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Today we celebrated Lions Gate (annual cosmic alignment) simply because yoga naturally fell on 8/8@8am (last minute change to theme). 8 is the sign for infinity while 888 is an angel number for abundance. Lions Gate is where the Earth, Sun in Leo & Earth's brightest star Sirius line up making today the most potent time to manifest. At the start I asked students to write down a positive intention/goal with their non dominant hand, then burn safety back in their yards (outside)

Dear Yogis, Thank you for showing up on your mats today and for doing the work. We had some new and familiar faces...all experiences welcome 18+. See you next Saturday 8/8@8am (35 Water Street, Hampton VA 23663). FYI, if it rains, meet at the dock instead. We practiced a fun DMDF balancing sequence with a nice breeze, thank you Pachamama for nurturing us on your birthday....BLESSED. Gina was absent, so hopefully you will meet her soon. Next week we will focus on Timeless Pre

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Thank you Yogis for always showing up, you are always appreciated! Unfortunately yoga was cancelled before I could suggest another location. So...on-

Thank you for showing up and working on yourself, there was some nice shade! With it being July, Gina and I are requesting that ALL participants bring fluids and have the proper SPF. We also may decide to cut the time to 30 minutes so you can stay consistent without being exposed to too much sun. Yesterday we celebrated Goddess Pachamama with a ritual at the end. This Saturday we are celebrating the "Divine Masculine & Divine Feminine Energies". Both DM&DF energies exist in o

Thank you for showing up and working on yourself, there was some nice shade! With it being July, Gina and I are requesting that ALL participants bring fluids and have the proper SPF. We also may decide to cut the time to 30 minutes so you can stay consistent without being exposed to too much sun. This Saturdays theme gets exciting again! We are celebrating the "Divine Feminine & Divine Masculine Energies" that exist in all of us Earthly beings. Some images depicting these ene

Thank you for meeting up on your mat and doing the work! Yesterday we focused on Hampton's Birthday....HAPPY 416TH BIRTHDAY HAMPTON! We gave thanks to the fearless and resilient Community Organizations & Leaders including First Responders; And ALL city employees. Thank you, blessed, grateful. Stay safe. This Saturday's theme: Goddess Pachamama (Goddess of Abundance & Fertility) - connecting with all living things. I invite ALL to join Gina & I this Saturday at 8am. Fun fact:

Thank you for showing up yesterday for a short and sweet sequence honoring USA's 250Th Birthday. Thank you for your service. Join Gina and I next Saturday@8am. The theme is Community Spirit, honoring Hampton's Birthday on July 9th. Follow Historic Downtown Phoebus FB page for updates HERE. Tips to keep you cool, click HERE Fun Fact: Your Hypothalamus is your internal thermostat when the body overheats. It evaporates through sweating and signals blood vessels closest to the sk

Having a clean mat is essential, especially when you take it everywhere. When you spray your mat, use a cloth and then drape over a door so it can dry and air out. You will need the following: Large Glass Jar & Lid (save them, you paid for them and they come in handy) Empty Spray Bottle Measuring Cup 2 Cups White Vinegar 1-2 Sprigs of Rosemary 1-2 Sprigs of Lavender (skip this if you have allergies) For a nice scent, add in Ginger peel Place all dry ingredients in your glass

Thank you to all who came out to Karma (free) yoga today, everyone did a great job focusing on your Equilibrium - physical balance. Yoga is a free resource so come out and try something fun and free. Join Gina and I next Saturday@8am for 4th July yoga. We will be focusing on honoring 4th July with equanimity: Offering empowerment, resilience, freedom Finding emotional balance For those who don't know Gina, she is the AWESOME Executive Director at the Phoebus Partnership and

If you missed the first day of this yoga series that is okay. It was a grounding sequence with longer holds, focusing on releasing tension and stress. This Saturday's sequence is centered on Equilibrium. To achieve this we are focusing on: Finding your Drishti - focus spot (excellent for meditation) Stability & Balance - Core engagement, Pelvic Floor Lifts FUN FACT: "Asana" or "Pose"? In yoga: Pose - a physical shape that creates flexibility. Many instructors call the pose an

Gina....This wouldn't have been possible without you....BIG HUGE THANK YOU for the opportunity to teach yoga. You are an absolute BLESSING! Thank you so much for attending yoga today, your body will be thanking you throughout this next week. For those who don't know Gina, you are missing out! She is the Executive Director at Phoebus Partnership. Gina is responsible for organizing all the awesome Phoebus events going on....super busy lady and blessed to know you! Next week I w

Location: Phoebus Waterfront Park - 35 Water Street (click HERE for map) Dates: Saturdays June 20th to September 1st Start time: 8am, please arrive 5min early to sign waiver and get settled Memorize an affirmation, either your own or from the list HERE Essential Outdoor Gear & Protection Clothing: Sweat wicking, breathable, light colors (dark colors absorb the heat) Socks or bare feet Sunglasses, hat or cap SPF Insect Repellent Yoga Mat (props provided) Towel - to absorb swe

Good morning Soul Tribe, If you are new to this website, welcome! Please take your time to read "Know Before You Go", if you have any questions please text or email. Every week, usually a Monday (apologies) I will be posting a list of affirmations and I want you to pick one and memorize it at the start of each week. You will use this affirmation at the start and end of yoga. You can use this as a tool through your week if you want. If you have any trauma or are processing a w

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Using ripe bananas you no longer want. Peel, chop, bag, freeze. Break Flax Seed shells to release nutrients. Serving for one Frozen banana pieces (ap

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Hi! Do you have studio space? I am studying Pre Natal Yoga and looking for air conditioned spaces to host specialty classes. Currently, I host at Cro

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Thank you Chelsea & Dan for providing space to teach yoga classes! For my future 11.11 Club members, I'm working on it....Keep an eye out for more in

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Toss the OJ! I don't know what is in the store bought juices but recently I made OJ and it was much thicker. It got me thinking about what I consume

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. Let's face it...Nobody has time for an hour of yoga. The world is moving faster with the crazy tech and it seems life just keeps getting busier. Why

Medical Disclaimer: Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog. Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. What is "White Space" and how can you achieve it? First and foremost it is FREE! White Space is when you find complete solitude in your life and surr

New location details..... Phoenix Rising Yoga currently teaches at a private gym location. If you are a private group or commercial client interested in hiring me just send me a text or fill in the contact form. My sequence is Mobility Flow, it is grounding and calming, focusing on a combination of mindfulness and yoga poses. Namaste Rachel@Phoenix Rising Yoga