We just rescheduled this series to take place online. This will be an exceptional small group experience, at a time when mindfulness and self-care are so important. Please join me to renew your ability to show up in life with an open mind and an caring heart. ~ Maria

In this 4-week series we will explore mindfulness as a life skill. We will learn what it is to be awake to what we are experiencing, to notice our judgments and habits and to call forward a sense of ease and acceptance.

Mindfulness is a natural antidote to the frenzied pace of our modern lives. This practice helps soothe the pressure we feel to be busy, perfect, and productive, while reducing stress, anxiety, and distraction. Overtime Mindfulness strengthens our ability to be steady in times of challenge, compassionate in times of struggle and to rest in the simple joy of being alive.

Each week Maria will introduce exercises and guided meditations to help us better understand mindfulness. As we explore the different paths to being present, our habits and tendencies will be revealed, our minds will be strengthened and our nervous systems calmed.

Each class builds on the previous and will include sitting, moving, listening and optional sharing. There will be time for questions and discussion, so we might also learn from one another. The workshop is open to everyone – from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.

What study after study shows is that meditation and mindfulness training profoundly affects every aspect of our lives – our bodies, minds, physical health, and our emotional and spiritual well-being. When you consider all the benefits of meditation … it’s not an exaggeration to call meditation a miracle drug.” – Arianna Huffington, Author of Thrive

Dates & Time:

• Apr 22nd, 2020 – May 13th, 2020
• From 12pm-1:30pm

Tuition: $99

About the instructor: Maria Bliss

Maria’s journey to yoga began as a child when she entered the world of movement as a dancer. As she grew and moved through this world as a dance teacher, professional dancer, fitness instructor and mother, yoga offered Maria spiritual solitude, peace and an opportunity to nurture herself. All of Maria’s passions came together with Power Vinyasa Yoga; a blending of strength and flexibility, a graceful flow of dance and an element of spirituality all beautifully integrated in this dynamic style of yoga. Maria has completed Level 1 teacher training with Baron Baptiste, two teacher training courses with Lisa Black and a full year in the Teaching Assistant Program (TAP) at Shakti. She completed Level 1 Iyengar teacher training with Aadil Palkivala and has studied intensely with Anna Forrest, Shiva Rae and Seane Corn. Maria strives to create a light-hearted, supportive environment for others who want to practice an integrated style of yoga. She believes that every person possesses the heart of a teacher and a student. She thrives on incorporating the blessings of both in her life.