DEEP YIN AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR MANIFESTATION
Jan
1
3:00 PM15:00

DEEP YIN AND ESSENTIAL OILS FOR MANIFESTATION

There are currents of energy running the body that can ground us, inspire us and liberate us. Our yin yoga practice is still in nature and allows us to target these energy lines to harness and manifest your intentions for the year ahead. Essential oils will also be offered with the practice to enhance the experience. Bring a journal if you like. All are welcome. 

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Five Week Prenatal Yoga Series
May
6
to Jun 10

Five Week Prenatal Yoga Series

In each prenatal class we will find strength in our practice through all aspects of pregnancy. Each class will begin with an insightful yin pose before moving into a dynamic vinyasa practice. We will address themes of endurance, rest, balance and compassion and holding space for each other. This prenatal series begins on a potent full moon and the journey will not only honor the moon phases but essential oils to nurture your body as it evolves through spring, eclipse season and into summer.

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Intro to Essential Oils
Mar
5
2:00 PM14:00

Intro to Essential Oils

  • 32 Union Square East Suite 415 New York, NY, 10003 United States (map)
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Content Includes:

  • Breakdown of Plants

  • Methods of Application

  • Blending Inspiration

  • Understanding Oils that: Ground and Restore; Support the Heart; Cleanse your Space

Essential oils have been used for a variety of reasons for thousands of years throughout the globe including Egypt, Greece, and India. There are countless ways these oils can improve your health and uplift your spiritual practice. Whether you are looking for an alternative for a chronic condition or an acute illness this workshop is for you!

Make sure to have a journal in case you like to take notes.

We will be speaking on 9 different essential oils. They are NOT required to come to the workshop but if you have any of them in your collection it might be nice to have these on hand.*


Grapefruit, Eucalyptus, Chamomile, Lavender, Bergamot, Geranium, Frankincense, Sandalwood and Clary Sage.

*If you would like to purchase these handmade, quality oils from Brandi, please email info@yogaparkside.com. Oils will be available in full sets only for an additional $65 charge.

Cost for workshop: $60

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YIN YOGA FOR ECLIPSE SEASON
Nov
20
12:00 PM12:00

YIN YOGA FOR ECLIPSE SEASON

  • 32 Union Square East Suite 415 New York, NY, 10003 United States (map)
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Eclipses bring change. They can be very dramatic but they are super helpful tools for getting us to pay attention to what areas of our lives need it. They are also amazing times to experience growth, evolution and liberation. Join me online to experience how to ground and harness potent Eclipse energy through yin yoga, essential oils and the breath.

Saturday November 20th 12PM EST Online

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

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Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Rituals for the Fall Equinox
Sep
19
12:00 PM12:00

Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Rituals for the Fall Equinox

We will be starting a journey back into darkness this fall and the rituals we create for ourselves are inportant to how we manage ourselves through the winter. Join Brandi and Susan as they explore yin yoga with essential oils and fall rituals to enhance your connection to the windy season and the harvest before dark.

This workshop link will be sent you before September 18th. This workshop starts at noon EST and is online. The yin session will be 90 minutes including ritual ideas and essential oil pairings. Any questions, Id love to hear from you at brandiryans@gmail.com Thanks! You can buy your workshop ticket under my essential oils page!

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Yin Yoga for The Thunder Moon
Jul
24
2:00 PM14:00

Yin Yoga for The Thunder Moon

  • 32 Union Square East Suite 415 New York, NY, 10003 United States (map)
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July 24th is the Thunder Moon. It represents the heat of the midsummer nights and it’s very powerful. As we prepare for August's heat, Brandi and Susan will bring cooling yin shapes and essential oils to ease summer's swelter.  All levels welcome; bring your blocks/books, bolsters/pillows, blankets, towels, and any other favorite props, plus some water and your journal. $25 until July 17th. $30 after. Zoom.

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Essential Oils and the Moon
May
8
2:00 PM14:00

Essential Oils and the Moon

Join Brandi for a very special workshop designed to help you realign with the moon's natural rhythms. 
If you are curious about harnessing the power of the moon, adapting your yoga practice to each moon phase, moving your cycle to the new moon or using sadhanas to enhance your lunar energy? Join me for lecture and practice. This workshop includes essential oils, crystals, different yoga styles and pranayama for each moon phase.  All levels welcome.

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Yin Yoga for the Spring Equinox
Mar
20
2:00 PM14:00

Yin Yoga for the Spring Equinox


Yin yoga is an ideal practice for reawakening ourselves and focusing on the new beginnings offered by this season. We will sew the seeds of plans and dreams with a focus on the stars and a long, juicy yin practice to get energy moving.
Props needed:
- a yoga mat
- yin yoga props (2 blocks, 2 or more blankets, or any t-home prop alternatives)
- a journal for writing
- an intention for spring
- essential oils: either lemon, rosemary or clary sage to support your practice.

*This 3-hour workshop also offers Continuing Education Credits through Yoga Alliance.





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Deep Yin and Essential Oils 25 Hour Teacher Training
Aug
5
to Aug 9

Deep Yin and Essential Oils 25 Hour Teacher Training

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My colleague and friend Susan Derwin and I teach monthly workshops in New York City showcasing the beautiful relationship between Yin Yoga and Essential Oils as healing tools. Once per year we offer an immersive weekend teacher training. We will teach you the philosophy and building blocks to teaching Yin Yoga, and the breakdown and development of ten core essential oils for healing. This intro to YIN AND ESSENTIAL OILS TRAINING ONLINE EDITION STARTS IN AUGUST  Email me at brandiryans@gmail.com for any questions. 

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Deep Yin and Essential Oils: LEAP DAY MAGIC Edition
Feb
29
2:00 PM14:00

Deep Yin and Essential Oils: LEAP DAY MAGIC Edition

Leap Day is a wonderful time to celebrate the magic of the days in between. Not quite spring but easing out of winter. Yearning to move while simultaneously craving some stillness. Embracing the collective while holding space for our individual potential.  Brandi & Susan will guide this transitional practice of deep yin shapes supported by luxurious essential oils. 

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Take It In: A New Years Day Class
Jan
1
2:30 PM14:30

Take It In: A New Years Day Class

Susan and I are back with our celebrated Deep Yin and Essential Oils workshop for Manifestation Using the Chakras as a guide, we will help you connect to a higher power and get serious about what dreams you want to turn into a reality in 2020. Join us at Laughing Lotus' brand new studio at 166 5th Avenue in Flatiron from 2:30 to 4pm. http://laughinglotus.com

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Let it Go: New Years Eve Class
Dec
31
7:15 PM19:15

Let it Go: New Years Eve Class

Join me on New Year Eve for a Yin Flow class with essential oils catered to release energy from 2019 and set intentions for 2020. A mix of yin poses, cleansing essential oils and a slow flow vinyasa will set you up right. Class is from 7:15 to 8:45 so you can still enjoy your night out. Check out http://parkslopeyoga.com for details coming up soon

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Deep Yin and Essential Oils: From the Heart Edition
May
11
2:00 PM14:00

Deep Yin and Essential Oils: From the Heart Edition


Each May we celebrate Mother's Day, each celebrating the heartfelt bond with our own mother as well as other nurturing maternal figures in our lives.  This month, Brandi and Susan will lead a practice of yin poses and evocative essential oils to both open and protect the heart, with a sweet treat at the end.  And as our special gift, we invite you to bring your own mom for half-price.



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YinFlow and Essential Oils Training
Mar
23
to Mar 29

YinFlow and Essential Oils Training

  • Laughing Lotus Yoga (map)
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Welcome to Yin Flow, our synthesis of deep release and signature Lotus Flow, heightened by healing essential oils, creating a uniquely balanced practice.  Each day begins with a Yin Flow practice, using essential oils to support the Yin poses, followed by a deconstruction of the sequence and oils.  Each afternoon will cover vital elements of the practice, including the history and theory behind Yin yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridian theory, the methodology behind the use of essential oils, fascia theory, aromatherapy & the chakras, sequencing Yin Flow classes, and practice teaching.

Get ready to create your own Yin Flow sequences, incorporating delicious, nurturing essential oils to enhance all of your yoga classes.

 

OUR CURRICULUM

  • Yin Yoga Theory & Asana

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridian Theory

  • Introduction to Fascia

  • Fundamentals of Essential Oils

  • Aromatherapy & Chakras

  • Yin Flow Sequencing

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Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Chakra Balancing
Nov
4
2:00 PM14:00

Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Chakra Balancing


As we enjoy the cool breezes and sweet colors of Autumn, we often feel the need to re-affirm our balance through grounding - what better way than Yin Yoga & Essential Oils to balance our chakras?  Please join Brandi and Susan for two hours of release, relaxation, and magical scents. Don’t miss out, it's our final workshop of 2018.



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Autumn Urban Retreat
Sep
23
2:00 PM14:00

Autumn Urban Retreat

Once the leaves start to change color, September’s “back to school” vibes remind us that change is ahead… It is a good time to remind ourselves not get swept up in the stress of change, but rather look more closely at what the season offers us.   We let go of summer’s excesses to make space for the harvest’s gifts and prepare for winter.  So much change, so much opportunity.

Join Brandi and Susan for a day of letting go and creating space.  We will combine conversation, pranayama, yin yoga, essential oils, journaling, and more; you will also leave with your own personal autumn oil blend. $65

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Moon Rituals for Spring
Apr
14
2:00 PM14:00

Moon Rituals for Spring

In the middle of spring we are deep in our processing of renewing. This weekend, we experience a new moon in Aries, yet another opportunity to let go and start fresh. Lots of emotions emerge in the spring. This workshop will give you practical rituals to deal with any emotional shedding we do this time of year. Discussion including which meridians, essential oils and crystals can help balance you in spring will be followed by a light YinFlow practice. 

Sign up through the link below

 

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Spring Urban Retreat
Mar
10
2:00 PM14:00

Spring Urban Retreat

The Vernal Equinox is considered a day of equilibrium and wonder. On March 20, we have equal amounts of light and darkness, as we shift seasons. To prepare for this time of rebirth and new beginnings, Brandi and Susan will share deep yin poses and essential oils to help us to move through the remnants of Winter and into the sweetness of Spring. We will also share conversation, pranayama, journaling, and more; you will also leave with a spring oil blend!

 

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Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Hearts and Hips Workshop
Feb
11
2:00 PM14:00

Deep Yin and Essential Oils: Hearts and Hips Workshop

The second chakra houses our creative spirit, the fourth chakra is home of the heart. Brandi and Susan will guide you through deep yin poses that nourish these energy centers while enticing you with essential oils that support each pose, opening your body up to give and to receive more love andcreativity. Great workshop for harnessing new ideas, working through emotional wounds or simply having a fun date with someone you love.

$45 if you sign up in advance. 

 

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New Years Yin Yoga for Manifestation
Jan
1
3:00 PM15:00

New Years Yin Yoga for Manifestation

Join us this Full Moon New Year’s Day Yin Class where we harness the powers of Manifestation.  The liberating current brings us excitement and energy while the descending current brings peace, grace and stability. This class will allow you to set intentions for the new year and manifest your dreams.  $27 mat included. 3pm-4:30pm

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