Category Archives: Beginner Yoga
A Semperviva Beginner – Part 17
Master Teacher”. Hmmm. What does that mean exactly? I was curious to find out for myself, especially since this was going to be my first Yoga based workshop. Semperviva is the only studio in town that offers the depth and …
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Yoga Teacher Training; three words that were not part of my vocabulary until just a few short months ago. Three words that I think may forever change my life. There are 42 of us in the Spring session – forty …
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Homeric Hymn 8 to Ares (trans. Evelyn-White) (Greek epic B.C.) : “Ares, exceeding in strength, chariot-rider, golden-helmed, doughty in heart, shield-bearer, Saviour of cities, harnessed in bronze, strong of arm, unwearying, mighty with the spear…” … found peace and rejuvenation …
More DetailsA Semperviva Beginner – Part 14
Two Non Yogis walk into a studio. A Beginner Yogi, me, greets them, as they enter, and leads them to the class. The two Non Yogis, my friends Alexis and Aris, stand at the threshold and stare into the space. …
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I returned to my home practice again this week and felt as though I’d been reacquainted with an old friend. I’d forgotten what a touchstone it’s been and how satisfying it can be to just practice with me, myself and …
More DetailsA Semperviva Beginner – Part 12
What a difference a week makes! No doubt if you read last week’s blog you may have been wondering if I’d ever set foot in a studio again. Well not only am I returning to the mat, I’m also now …
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I bolted from class today and it came as a real surprise to me. As I write I’m still trying to make sense of it and the best rationale I can come up with thus far is that I wasn’t …
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Oh Yin how I love thee, let me count the ways. This is not necessarily the first sentiment a beginner to Yin Yoga may express after their first class. For me however it would seem that mindfully putting myself in …
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Each time I reach the mat, each time I move into a pose, each time I breathe deeply and wonder if I’m going to be able to travel through it all, physically or emotionally, I am coming to the realization …
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After reviewing the blogs I’ve written thus far I realized I’ve done anyone who’s brand new to yoga, or still on the fence about trying it, a real disservice by not starting from the beginning. In other words, demystifying the …
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Kundalini. What is it? Why is it? And how was I going to like it? It’s early Friday morning, crisp and quiet as I head towards the KB studio. My senses are heightened and my nervous apprehension is similar to …
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By the time this post is up the 40 day challenge will be just past its halfway point and my practice has been sparked by its invitation. That’s not to say I’ve been heroic in maintaining forty consecutive days, I’ll …
More DetailsA Semperviva Beginner: Part Five
What a fantastic week! I’m so proud of all these happy faces, young and old, rookies and veterans, coming through our doors doing the 40 day challenge! If you’re not familiar with the challenge it’s a commitment to do 40 …
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I don’t know about you but sometimes a change in the seasons can make me a little melancholy. Especially as we move from Summer to Autumn, from a season full of light and playfulness to one full of cloudy days …
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Starting up a yoga practice can be quite an intimidating experience. What studio will be a good fit? What kind of class is best for your body? Perhaps you’ve walked into a studio where you felt like you were not …
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I’ve injured my foot. Thankfully not while doing yoga so have no fear. I stepped on something sharp, ‘nuff said. And I was thinking that this was going to make the whole class thing even more challenging. I was already …
More DetailsA Semperviva Beginner – Part Two
Today is the day. My first EVER yoga class. But as I head up the hill towards Semperviva the ‘self-doubt serenade’ begins; should I take a later class? This top is too tight. Am I fit enough? My hair looks …
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Oh boy. I’m nervous. I’ve decided I’m going to take my first EVER yoga class. I’m ready… I think. I’ve been coming up with all kinds of excuses not to start, everything from not having the time because of my …
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Maggie Anderson teaches the Absolute Beginners workshops at our Kits Beach studio and has been with Semperviva for 9 years. She shares with us how she came to yoga and why she loves teaching Hatha so much! How did you …
More DetailsThe Inquisitive Yogi: Carolyn Anne Budgell RYT
Carolyn Anne Budgell explores the relationship between teacher and student through thoughtful eyes and a curious mind.
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