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Community AcroYoga Celebration With Scott Spampinato & Mary Aranas

Saturday, September 26th, 2009, 10:30-12:30pm & 3-5:00pm

Join us for these two fun community classes made possible by the generosity of your donations. Suggested donations of $15, $30, or $55 are appreciated and will contribute in part to support the Africa Yoga Project

This is a community celebration offering, no one will be turned away if they are not in a position to donate. Please spread the word about this celebration! Pre-registration and online donation is requested and appreciated. Click here to donate.

The day will focus on exploring the "Fundamentals of Connection: the realms of Active & Passive. Yang & Yin, Mac & Cheese, Abhyasa & Vairagya... balance is the midpoint between two extremes, and in order to fully know one, we need to experience the other. Join us as we explore the dynamic relationship between the active and passive energies found within our practice. Using elements of partner yoga, acrobatic movement, and soothing thai massage, this open level AcroYoga® workshop is a great introduction for first timers while challenging frequent fliers.

10:30AM-12:30PM Morning Class: Active/Passive

The morning session lays down a solid foundation as we examine the relationship between the self and the group, while exploring the physics of the body and the beauty of physical expression. A solid series of core conditioning and drills leads into a playful and dynamic sequence combining the presence of action with the desire to let go. After stoking the fire, we'll cool things down with some soothing thai massage.

12:30-3 PM Lunch Break: Bring a picnic lunch or purchase food in or out of the Park. Take a siesta or stroll. Enjoy Belvedere Castle, Shakespeare Garden & other scenic locales. Read. Rest. Jam. This is your free time!

3-5 PM Afternoon Class: Passive/Active

Building upon the foundation from the morning, the afternoon session encourages creative expression within the practice through a fun and challenging flow. With a steady start, each step becomes gradually bigger and bigger, taking each individual to the height of their potential. By letting go of reaching a goal, we can actively enjoy the journey itself.

All skills and experience levels are heartily encouraged to come play with us in this joyful community adventure. No need to bring a partner. We are AcroYogis! Partners 'R Us.

Location: Great Lawn from Central Park West and W.81st St. entrance, above Delacorte Theater and Turtle Pond. (Directions: Take W.81 or E.79 footpaths, walk in toward the Delacorte. Inside Great Lawn fence, large flat grass area with shady trees.) In the event of bad weather the sessions will take place at Om Factory Yoga Center.