Ricarda O'Conner Workshop & Yoga Class

WCA member Ricarda O'Conner has a yoga class and a Meditation, Intention and Zero Point Field Workshop this coming weekend. Here is the info Ricarda sent to me.

Greetings,

So happy to tell you that I will be teaching my stretch/restorative yoga class in Woodstock this summer.

Place: Woodstock Yoga, 6 Deming Street, Woodstock    http://www.woodstockyogacenter.com

Day: Sundays (BEGINNING NEXT WEEK, ON SUNDAY JUNE 14TH)

Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Hope to see you on the mat!

and

My next workshop, MEDITATION, INTENTION and THE ZERO POINT FIELD is:

Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00 - 3:30 pm     

This workshop is designed to tune-up your conscious awareness, help you tap into your most vital joyful power, and boost your ability to transform every area of your life. Although the workshop has a basic structure it is different each time, reflecting the unique energy and intention of the participants. 

To read a brief description of the workshop, click on the link: 

http://www.ricardaoconner.com/news.html#meditation

            

Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Place: Sage Center for Healing, 6 Deming Street, Woodstock, NY (downstairs in the yoga studio).

Cost: Only $20

To save your space, register by simply calling or emailing:  sagehealingcenter@gmail.com  845-679-5650  Or just drop in!

Looking Forward to Seeing You!

Best Wishes,

Ricarda

845-688-5006

www.ricardaoconner.com

Yoga In Shandaken

WCA member Ricarda O'Conner continues to teach an awesome yoga class right here in Shandaken. Here is a message from Cardi featuring her current class schedule.

Yoga in SHANDAKEN:

Friday, March 15th:  Open-level Yoga 
@ 4:00 - 5:30 pm   

Sunday, March 17th:  Open-level Yoga 
@ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Monday, March 18th: Stretch Class 
@ 5:30 -7:00 pm

WHERE: Catskill Mountain Pilates, 7 East High Street in Shandaken.

Take Route 28 to intersection of Route 42, turn RIGHT on Ruthenbeck Road (between the Appletree Motel and the Firehouse) then right on High Street East to # 7. It's the last house on the left---look for my yoga sign. The studio is above the garage.

Link for driving directions and map:         http://catskillmtnpilates.com/pages/directions.html

Hope to see you on the mat!

Best Wishes,

Ricarda

www.ricardaoconner.com

Ricarda O'Conner - New Website

I have been very remiss in announcing the new website of WCA member Ricarda O'Conner. Cardi is both a gifted yoga teacher and a healer extraordinaire. I have experienced both things with her and I can personally attest to her skills. She launched this website in the fall. The site was written by Cardi (who has talents as a writer as well). The design is by Stephanie Blackman (who lives right in Chichester) and all the photographs were done by me (including the opening photo mandalas). Check it out when you have the chance. I am very proud of the site. I think all the elements came together perfectly and Ricarda's words explained many things that are not easily articulated. So take a look when you have a moment.

Ricarda - Yoga/Healing Arts

Meanwhile, Cardi continues to keep an active schedule of yoga classes for those who are looking to get in shape in the new year. In my opinion she is one of the best teachers I have ever practiced with so I recommend taking a class if you enjoy yoga. The classes have recently moved from the 1890 building to Catskill Mountain Pilates in Shandaken. Everyone agrees that the new space is great!

Her basic schedule is below. But it can vary week to week so contact her if you are coming just to make sure there is class. You can get on her mailing list if you want to receive regular updates.

Sunday - Open-level Yoga @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Monday - Stretch Class @ 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Thursday - Open-level Yoga @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

WHERE: Catskill Mountain Pilates, 7 East High Street in Shandaken.

Take Route 28 to intersection of Route 42, turn on Ruthenbeck Road (between the Appletree Motel and the Firehouse) then right on High Street East to # 7. It's the last house on the left---look for the sign. The studio is above the garage.

Link for driving directions and map: http://catskillmtnpilates.com/directions.html

Ricarda O'Conner September Yoga Schedule

I got this note from WCA member Ricarda O'Conner regarding her September yoga classes in the 1890 house in Phoenicia. For those of you who practice yoga have never taken a class with Ricarda you are really missing something. She is an awesome teacher! But don't take my word for it go and find out for yourselves!

I will be teaching my regular yoga schedule this weekend, and throughout the month of September.

SEPTEMBER CLASS SCHEDULE In PHOENICIA:

Sunday: Open Level Yoga 9:30-11:00 am

Monday: Open Level Yoga 9:30-11:00 am

Monday: Stretch Class 5:30-7:00 pm

Place: The studio is located in the 1890 House, corner of Bridge Street and Main Street in downtown Phoenicia.

Hope to see you on the mat!

Best Wishes,
Ricarda

Yoga Retreat with Special Rates for Community

I received this message yesterday from our good neighbors up at the Menla Center.
- Carol

One of our rental groups, which is scheduled to hold a small intimate retreat of yoga asanas and chanting this weekend, would like to open their program up to the local community. They are offering special reduced rates for the program. All info is attached below. I am happy to help answer any questions.

Best Regards,
Tania

Tania Robyn Cyrlin
TIBET HOUSE US
Manager, Admin & Operations
Menla Mountain Retreat & Conference Center
375 Pantherkill Road, P.O. Box 70
Phoenicia, NY 12464
845.688.6897 x 7519 Fax: 845.688.6895
office@menla.org
www.menla.org
www.tibethouse.org


SHIVA’S DANCE OF BLISS - THE ANANDA TANDAVA
A 3-day yoga retreat interweaving Asana, Mantra, & Pranayama
with Certified Anusara® teacher Susanna Harwood Rubin &
Crash Test Dummies’ Brad Roberts

Shiva’s dance of bliss, the Ananda Tandava, is the culminating moment in a mysterious and poetic story from Hindu mythology. Depicted in Shiva Nataraja iconography, the dance takes place deep within the Tillai forest, a landscape inhabited by sages and animals, gods and goddesses. Join us for an exploration of the story’s rich philosophical themes, with Susanna leading asana and pranayama practice and Brad guiding us through the story’s mantras, sharing vocal techniques and playing live music during asana classes. As the story unfolds, we will move deeply into the forest of our own consciousness, finding the meaning of the Ananda Tandava within our own hearts.

Susanna Harwood Rubin is a Certified Anusara® teacher with eight years of teaching experience, offering public classes at Virayoga as well as teaching privately. She has apprenticed with John Friend and Sianna Sherman internationally, and has been profiled by FIT YOGA magazine and by SocialWorkout.com. Brad Roberts is the singer/songwriter for Crash Test Dummies. He also teaches Mantra classes at Virayoga. Both study the Rajanaka Tantra with Dr. Douglas Brooks, one of the world’s foremost scholars of Hindu Tantra. Brad has recorded a volume of Rajanaka mantras set to music in a full-length album, which will be released in late 2010. Brad and Susanna have taught together at Virayoga, and are pleased to be offering their first retreat together.

DATES: Memorial Day Weekend - Friday, May 28 – Sunday, May 30
COST: Tuition for Friday only $75; Saturday only $100; Full Weekend $200
*These are special discounted rates for commuters only. Meals & Commuter fee are separate.
ACCOMODATION & MEALS: The beautiful Menla Retreat Center in Phoenicia, NY, 2-hour commute from NYC. All meals provided by Menla.
Participants have use of swimming pool, tennis courts, hiking trails and weight room. Wellness services, including massage, available upon request.
SCHEDULE: Arrive by 12:30pm Friday & depart Sunday 3:30pm
INFORMATION/REGISTRATION: Susanna : om_susanna@yahoo.com
ANUSARA HOURS: Retreat offers 15 Anusara® Yoga hours.

Yoga Classes Resume

Cardi O'Connor is back from her trip to Florida and will resume her classes on this coming Sunday. Here is the message I got from her a few days ago.

Greetings!

I am glad to be home in Phoenicia, and will be back in the studio beginning this Sunday, March 14th. While in Florida I happily discovered an excellent yoga teacher and studied with her several times a week. I learned plenty, and am looking forward to sharing some new approaches, insights and asanas with you!

Hope to see you soon!

Best Wishes, Ricarda

Regular schedule:

Sunday: Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Monday: Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Monday: Stretch Class @ 5:30 pm till 7:00 pm

Place: Catskill Mountain Physical Therapy
Located in the 1890 House, corner of Bridge St. and Main St., Phoenicia

Yoga Classes Resume

Here is a message from WCA member Cardi O'Connor.

Hi Everyone,
Just a reminder that my yoga classes begin THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND. Here, again, is the schedule and pertinent info. Looking forward to seeing you back on the mat!
Best Wishes, Ricarda

Here's the full schedule:

Sunday: Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Monday: Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Monday: Stretch Class @ 5:30 pm till 7:00 pm

Place:

Catskill Mountain Physical Therapy
Located in the 1890 House, corner of Bridge St. and Main St., Phoenicia

Logistics:

After entering the front door, go through the sliding doors on your left to enter the waiting room. The classroom is just beyond it.

Price:

My classes are still just $15.00, but if you're financially stretched then come to class anyway and pay what you can.

Two Weeks of Yoga Remaining

Here is a message from WCA member Ricarda O'Conner.

There are only two weeks left to my Fall yoga session. The last two classes will take place on Friday, 11/28 (the day after Thanksgiving). Those of you with class cards MUST use them up by then. I won't be teaching again until the Spring.

Best Wishes, Ricarda

Monday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Tuesday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Friday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Friday--- Stretch Class @ 5:00 pm till 6:30 pm

NEW LOCATION:

Mount Tremper Arts (in the barn)
647 South Plank Road (not far from the Zen Mountain Monastery)
Mt. Tremper

Cardi O'Conner Yoga Classes Resume

Here is a message from WCA member Cardi O'Conner

Greetings,
My yoga classes will resume on Monday, October 13th!!!

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES REMAINS THE SAME:

Monday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Tuesday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Friday--- Open-Level Yoga @ 9:30 am till 11:00 am
Friday--- Stretch Class @ 5:00 pm till 6:30 pm

NEW LOCATION:

Mount Tremper Arts (in the barn)
647 South Plank Road (not far from the Zen Mountain Monastery)
Mt. Tremper

CLASSES BEGIN ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 13TH, RUN THROUGH THE FALL (AN EIGHT-WEEK SESSION) AND FINISH FOR THE SEASON ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH.

I am excited to bring you this news, and I look forward to seeing you back on the mat!

$15.00 per class
Class cards available at discounted prices.

Best Wishes,
Ricarda

Yoga with Ricarda O'Conner

A former professional dancer, Ricarda has been teaching yoga for over twenty years. From a lifetime of study and experience, her knowledge of the human body is extensive, as is her understanding of the mind/body connection---how thoughts and emotions influence our physical health.
Through the practices of hatha yoga, meditation, pranayama (breath work) Reiki and other techniques, Ricarda teaches people of all ages how to focus their energy and intuition, empowering them to create strength, balance and health in their bodies and their lives.

For information Call: (845)688-5006 or Email: ricardao@earthlink.net

RICARDA'S YOGA CLASSES

At The Copperhood Spa, route 28 in Shandaken

Monday: Open Level Yoga @ 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Tuesday: Open Level Yoga @ 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Friday: Open Level Yoga @ 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Friday: Stretch Class @ 5:00 -6:15 p.m.

Private and semiprivate lessons by appointment