JoyfulYogaStudio.com

Happy New Year Healthy Friends!

hoffman — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:30:16 +0000

"Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the
whole cosmos-the trees, the clouds, everything." - Thich Nhat Hanh

Dear Joyful Friends,

Yesterday was our one year anniversary! Thanks so much for
making us the place you come to stay strong and share your smile!

Please take a look at the BEAUTIFUL article the Ahwatukee Foothills
Newspaper wrote about us in their Jan. 1, 2010 issue:

http://joyfulyogastudio.com/in-the-news/

Today is a great day to put your favorite motivational quote in a
few key places. Why not choose one that will keep you exercising
and eating well. I am going to use the quote I have placed in this
newsletter. Please share yours.

I hope to see you at the studio at least two times a week. Don't overdo it.
Keeping a regular schedule is the most important part!

If you need ANY help, please ask. It is my pleasure to assist you!

With love, peace, joy, and gratitude,
Syd 480-814-1780
3900 W Ray Road, Chandler

New Classes - some are free! Today's last day to vote… & we're on live TV!

hoffman — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:19:11 +0000

“One never rises so high as when one does not know where one is going.”

–Oliver Cromwell

Dear Joyful Friends,

1) We so appreciate your nomination for Category # 67: Best Yoga Studio in the New Times Reader’s Poll for Best of Phoenix. Today is the last day to vote. Only one vote per person. http://polls.phoenixnewtimes.com/polls/phx/bestof/

2) Today’s winners of a pair of movie tickets are Melani L. and Kelly D. You both work hard to keep fit! We’re so proud of you! Enjoy your movie!

3) We’re going to be on live TV on Tues, Sept 15^th. Look for Julia and some joyful children practicing yoga. Julia will be discussing the benefits of yoga for combating back-to-school stress on Channel 3, Good Morning Arizona in the 8am to 9am time frame. Julia teaches our Family Yoga class on Sundays for ages 5 and up. $10 for the whole family. Enjoy!

4) Do you have a homeschool child? We would like to offer a morning or early aft. yoga (and/or aerobics) class just for homeschoolers! Let us know if you are interested. $5 per child.

5) Interested in a Wednesday “early release day” children’s yoga class? Drop us a note.

6) Elementary school fieldtrips! Yes! Yoga class. $5 per student. Reserve your date as soon as possible. Notice the calming benefits right away!

7) Our delightful M, W, F “Muscle & Cardio” 11am class is no longer ages 50+. We have opened it to all ages who want to increase muscle strength, balance, and flexibility. It’s a total body workout for beginners. 45 minutes. $8 per class. 10 class pass for $75. Free with unlimited pass. Terrific pre-lunch class!

Health fact: 80 percent of people are more likely to stick with a workout if they have a friend or partner join them. Source: Women’s Health, October 2009.

9) Wed, Sept. 16^th is the first day of our “Walk & Talk” free class. Join us at Sunset Park (4700 W Ray Road, Chandler). North side of Ray. Just east of Rural. Park on Terrace. Excellent walking path. Bring a friend and/or make a new friend! Stay as long as you want. Strollers welcome. Gentle Yoga follows at 8:30am at the studio if you have time. Walking & yoga are a yummy combo.

10) October new classes to look forward to:

a) Relax & Renew yoga on Sunday mornings at 11:30am (Sat. morning class continues at the usual time.)

b) Yoga for cyclists, runners & hikers on Saturday!

11) It’s time to appreciate your beautifulbody and all it does for you! Why not commit to one class per week. If this feels good, add another. Start slowly and build. Stay with it and you’ll experience better sleep, a lower number on the scale, increased energy, a happier outlook, and so much more. Let us know how we can help.

12) Got an idea for a class? Need us to modify a class time? Let us know. We’ll consider every idea, suggestion, and comment.

13) Outdoor Fitness Intensive…2 openings…let us know if you are interested in getting a fabulous workout on Mon & Fri mornings at 5:30am. We can prorate this class for Sept.

14) Have you tried “Low Impact Aerobics & Toning?” It’s a fun way to smile and exercise at the same time on Wednesday at 4pm. Music from the 70’s and 80’s. No jumping. Perfect after school/after work stress reliever.

15) Yoga for Little Ones…ages 3-5 years old. Thursday at 11am. Prereg.

Sunday 3:30pm class starts in November. 30 minutes. $5 per class. Call for details.

16) Interested in Plus Size Yoga or Baby & Me Yoga? Please e-mail us. We’d love to run these classes if there’s an interest. Thanks!

17) Upcoming Sept workshops…

a) Sept 19^th: Women’s Self-Defense Workshop….1-4pm. Prereg. Bring your mom, girlfriends, daughters, etc. $29. Tyler is amazing! The best investment you can make!

b) Sept 20^th….7am….Info. meeting for Joyful Running Club. Sunday runs to help beginners or intermediate runners prepare to 5K, 10K, half marathon. Run or run/walk.

c) Sept 20^th…Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Workshop. 2-4pm. Info online.

d) Sept 27^th..Intro to Yoga….free class….for beginners….3:15-4:15pm. Prereg.

18) Consider going organic when purchasing apples, grapes, pears, and cauliflower. They have higher pesticide levels than many other fruit and veggies.

19) Sept. is National Yoga month. Know someone who has never taken a class at Joyful Yoga Studio? They can get a free unlimited 7-day yoga pass during the month of Sept.

20) We are so excited that Ana will be teaching our new Monday “Happy Hour” $5 yoga class starting on Sept. 21^st. 4pm to 5pm. See you there!

Thanks so much for letting your friends, family, and coworkers know about of studio.

It’s always lovely to meet nice people!

With peace, joy, love, and gratitude,

Syd 480-814-1780 anytime!

http://JoyfulYogaStudio.com

3900 W Ray Road, Chandler

NE Corner of McClintock & Ray Road

Zumba certification

hoffman — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:01:25 +0000

Do you want to obtain your Zumba certification? There is a class on August 9, 2009 at Sway Dance Studio in Phoenix, Arizona.

This one day certification meets from 9am to 6pm. You will receive many instructional DVDs, CDs, and written manuals. This first step to becoming a teacher is a valuable and easy one. You'll love Vanessa, the instructor. She's amazing!

For more details go to www.zumba.com. Let's Zumba!

Healthy Living, Yoga, Kickboxing, Low Impact Aerobics, Free classes & Outdoor Fitness Intensive classes for July!

hoffman — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:27:48 +0000

"If you breathe well, you will live long on the earth. " - Indian Proverb

Dear Joyful Friends,

1. Our July schedule is our best one ever. Enjoy some of your old favorites and mix in a few new ones!

A) Kickboxing with Michelle is on Monday evenings at 6:15pm. What an energetic way to start your week! Try one class and you'll be hooked.

B) Tu. & Th. Mornings: Low Impact Aerobics & Toning. Lee includes pilates and other fun movements to tone you from head to toe. (How do you think she gets her amazing abdominals?) Perfect for all fitness levels. Excellent combo of easy-on-the-joints cardio and toning. Each class is unique.

C) Wednesdays 6:05pm "Bring It On!" class with Julia is full of surprises. Cardio. Strength. Yummy stretching. Great for weekend warriors and regular folks too. Push yourself to your personal edge. Gentle Yoga follows at 7:30pm.

D) We saved the most fun for Friday! "Smile & Move" with Julia. Yoga, aerobics, and positive affirmations for ages 7-12. Help your child have a healthy heart, learn to relax, and develop a strong self-esteem. (Did you know we offer FOUR classes for kids/families? Zumba Kids on Thursdays, Hawaiian Hula on Saturdays, and Family Yoga on Sunday.)

E) Sign-up for July Outdoor Fitness Intensive is taking place right now. Class meets at 5:45am on Tu, Th, and Sat mornings. Two days outside. One day inside.
Lose fat, gain muscle. Great way to have fun, increase endurance, and hear the birds sing at a "no -excuse" time of day! (Please note in August this class will meet 15 minutes earlier.) We offer a "tryout" class. RSVP. 11 classes for $99. Only $70 with a 30 or 90 day pass.

F) Free Hula Hoop Fitness class! Sunday, July 5th at 11:30am. Enjoy using a weighted hula hoop to tone. If you enjoy the class, we'll add it to our fall line-up.

G) Our Sunday, July 12th schedule is online. FREE morning classes. We'd love to have you and your friends/family at the studio. It's a fantastic way to invite people to get off the couch and feel good. Thirty minute "right-to-the-point" classes. Please come and support the studio. We need our Joyful community at the studio for this special morning with Good Morning Arizona...that means YOU!

H) Water Fitness class info. Tues, Thurs, Saturday mornings. Address: 3902 W Rene Drive, Chandler. Community pool is right there...near grass field. Arrive early.

Bring a towel and a bottle of water. No swimming. Full-body "push to your edge."
The water is dreamy! No post-workout soreness and increased range of motion. It's a very therapeutic way to increase shoulder and hip mobility. It's easy on your back, knees, etc. The water is a perfect temp. Safe for pregnant women.

2. We are so excited about our Bryce/Zion National Parks Hiking & Yoga Retreat. (No camping.) Please read all about it on our website (Seminars page). Only 10 participants.

3. Got yoga? Yes we do! At all times of the day, seven days a week. Please try different times, teachers, and intensities. Sometimes you need a gentle class, other times a more powerful class...mix it up.

4. There's no need to struggle with extraweight, lack of energy, allergy grief, menopause hot flashes, or achy muscles/joints! Set-up a free meeting with Daniel to discuss using Mannatech products to loseweight, feel stronger, etc. Daniel can be reached at 480-634-5289 or ShareItAll@aol.com. He's not pushy and he is very wise.

5. The hardest part of exercising is showing up for class! Don't talk yourself out of it! Once you are here, we'll make your workout safe and fun. We have the best teachers on the planet and classes all day long. You really really really have no excuses!
Feeling strong and fit does not just happen from reading the newsletters!

You'll ALWAYS feel better after your workout!

Let me know how I can get you here! We accept post-dated checks, arrange accountability/exercise partners, give advice on best class for your fitness goals, etc.

6. While we accept credit cards, we prefer cash or check. Unfortunately credit card transactions deduct three percent per sale. Our prices are the lowest possible and we want to keep it that way! Please help by paying with cash or check. Thanks friends!

7. Our beautiful tank tops, yoga wraps, yoga pants, and yoga capris are on our website. Please invite your out-of-state friends and family to view the most comfy, durable fitness clothes at low prices.

8. Drinking more water, "walking out" any muscle discomfort, and taking "Bounce Back" daily are the best ways to show gratitude to your muscles after a workout. This is especially important when you are taking a new class and/or increasing your frequency at Joyful Yoga.

9. This week's movie ticket drawing winners are: Emily B. and Candace J. Enjoy!
(To win, enter your name each time you take a class! Boxes are on the studio countertop.)
I am proud of your commitment to good health.

10. Healthy tip: Fitness classes help you sleep more soundly. (It really works!)

11. Healthy tip: Keep your fitness bag ready-to-go in your car. Make sure your yoga mat is not receiving sunlight.

12. What are your favorite classes? Why? Encourage a friend to join you. We really love how you have recruited the nicest people to be part of our Joyful community!

13. Mention this newsletter for $2 off any adult tank top or shirt on July 3-5th. Limit two per family.

Happy Independence Day Weekend!

With peace, joy, love, and gratitude,

Syd

480-814-1780 (anytime!)
www.JoyfulYogaStudio.com
3900 W Ray Road, Chandler, AZ
NE Corner of McClintock & Ray Road

Hawaiian Hula, Baby Yoga, Teen Peak Conditioning, Zumba For Kids, Water Fitness, Yoga For Men, Summer Camp

hoffman — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:13:12 +0000

Subject: June Schedule

“A little madness, a little kindness, makes for happiness.”

- my fortune cookie

Dear Joyful Friends,

I hope you are feeling happy and healthy.

This week’s movie ticket winners are Andrea J. and Ursula R. I’m so glad you are enjoying your Yoga, Pilates, and Zumba® classes at Joyful Yoga. I love seeing your smiling faces!

New June Classes:

Beginning Hawaiian Hula (ages 5 – 105)…Saturday 1:10pm to 2:10pm

Baby & Me Yoga (6 weeks – crawling)…Mondays, 10:45-11:45am

Three week session with Julia. Please prereg. $25 for all three classes.

June 1 - 17, June 22 – July 8, July 13 – 29.

Youth Exercise, Health, & Wellness (ages 7 – 12)…Mon & Wed, 1:45 – 3:45pm

Three, 3 week sessions. $100 per session (12 hours of instruction with Julia)

June 1 - 17, June 22 – July 8, July 13 - 29…Sign up today!!!

Teen Peak Conditioning (ages 13 – 17)…Mon & Wed, 4 – 5pm

Three, 3 week sessions. $50 per session (6 hours of instruction with Julia)

June 1 – 17, June 22 – July 8, July 13 – 29…please pre-register

Zumba® Kids (ages 7 – 12)…Thursdays, 11:15am – 12:00pm…Melinda

Teen Dance (ages 13 – 17)…Tu & Th, 4 – 5pm…Rolanda

Outdoor Fitness Intensive with Julia. Challenge yourself & have fun!

13 sessions…$117 total…One of the best ways to get fit for summer!

June 1 – 30...Tu, Th, Sat, 5:45 – 6:45am...please pre-register.

Water Fitness Intensive with Julia

Starts June 30^th…Tu, Th, Sat, 7:30 – 8:30am

Very challenging. Balance, toning, & core workout in the pool!

Summer Special Events (Please prereg. for each seminar.)

a) Yoga and Menopause…Sunday, June 7…2 – 4pm…$20…Shaila

b) Tara Puja (meditation)…Sat, June 13…3-4:30pm…sugg. donation $20…Ani

c) Yoga for Men (ages 5 – 115)…Saturday, June 20…2:15 – 3:30pm…$20…Rasoul

d) Summer Camp:

June 1 – 5, June 8 – 12, July 27 – 31, August 3 – 7…1 – 4pm

Yoga, Zumba®, Nutrition, Science, Spanish, Creative Arts, Journaling…plus a weekly bowling field trip! (Ages 7 – 12) $100 per week. 10% discount for siblings

Day/Time Changes for June classes:

a) Power Yoga: Mondays, 12 – 1pm. (This class currently meets on Wednesday.)

b) Morning Cup of Yoga: Mon & Wed, 6:30 – 7:30am (New time…15 min. later.)

5. Summer Rates

Drop-in: $10 per class

New student, 7 day Unlimited: $25

30 day Unlimited: $75

90 day Unlimited: $199 (Our awesome summer special)

10 punchcard (no expiration): $95

6. I had such fun on the radio with Deborah and Pete. You can listen to my thirty minute

interview at www.boomerandthebabe.com. They want me to come back and talk for an hour later this summer!

7. My daughter was a guest columnist for the Arizona Republic newspaper. Her article,

(about me) is on our website at http://joyfulyogastudio.com/testimonials#Hillary

I’m such a proud mom!

8. Healthy Living Tips

a) Change one thing at a time! For example, if you decide to cut back on drinking soda, that is wonderful. Try not to add other big changes at the same time.

b) Move your body joyfully! Find those physical activities that bring you the most

joy and do them…no excuses!

c) Plan your day around your fitness classes…not the other way around.

d) Invite a friend to join you in class, but don’t be attached to the outcome. They may say “no” or simply not show up. Enjoy your class without disappointment. Perhaps when they continuously hear how energetic you feel and they see your shapely physique, they will join you in a future class!

e) Drink water: a minimum (in ounces) of half your body weight (in pounds.)

For example: If you weigh 140 lbs, drink at least 70 ounces of water per day. Increase that quantity if you are losing water via perspiration.

f) Every time you go to the market, try a new seasonal fruit or veggie. Children love to help you choose.

g) Graze. As you prepare to have children and teens home for the summer break, consider changing the way your family eats in June. Young people do best with 5 – 6 small, healthy meals rather than three big ones (adults, too!). Why not try this as a family? Smaller portions. Lighter meals. Less grouchiness. Less grabbing of unhealthy junk food (why are you buying this stuff anyway?).

h) Read. The Internet and your local library have a wealth of info on nutrition, fitness, and mind-body relaxation. Get informed! Knowledge is power. Take a baby step and try one new, sensible thing you learned. Remember everything you read may not work for you.

With peace, love, joy, and gratitude,

Syd

(480)814.1780

www.JoyfulYogaStudio.com

Yoga and Menopause: Joyful Yoga Newsletter 5/7/09

hoffman — Thu, 07 May 2009 20:09:25 +0000

"People will forget what you say and do, but they will always remember how you made them feel."

Dear Joyful Friends,

This week's movie ticket winners are Mahesh and Kaylene. Thanks so much for coming to classes with such a positive attitude! Enjoy your movies!

I am going to be on the radio as a guest of Pete Peters and Deborah Brown. The 30 minute show is called, "The Pathways to Wisdom." The topic is Yoga and Menopause. It airs this Friday at 2:30pm, on KXXT,1010 AM. After 11pm on Friday, it will be on www.boomerandthebabe.com.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, May 9...Beginning Hula (ages 5-105), please prereg. $10 per family.

Sunday, May 10...Family Yoga (ages 5-105), please prereg. $10 per family, plustake home a free pizza for Mother's Day!

Summer Camp:

Yoga, Zumba, Nutrition, Science,Spanish, Creative Arts, Journaling... plus a weekly bowling field trip!

June1-5, June 8-12, July 27-31, August 3-7...1 - 4pm, Ages 7-12...

$100 per week, prereg. 10% discount for siblings.

Adaptive Yoga Classes:

4 week session...Sat, June 6,13,20, and 27th, 3 - 4:30pm...$39

This class adapts traditional yoga postures to the needs of each individual. Ideal for students who have health or physical limitations, ages 14+. Fabulous instructor! Call to reserve your space.

We'd love to have a yoga class for police, firefighters, UPS drivers, etc... a class for people who don't need more"strength," but want the yoga benefits of flexibility and relaxation. Know a contact or candidate? Please let us know!

Coming in June...Kids Yoga, Kids Zumba, "Exercise, Health & Wellness",Teen Yoga, Teen Zumba, Teen Dance, Teen Peak Conditioning! Let us know if there's something you'd like us to add.

We're on Facebook and Twitter!

Links on our website at www.JoyfulYogaStudio.com.

Healthy Living:

Listen to your body. Make sure you have a delightful balance of exercise, work, rest, and play.

Great natural allergy-remedy: the cat-cow yoga pose!

"You need carbohydrates to burn fat," according to Nancy Snyderman, MD, chief medical editor for NBC News and author of Diet Myths That Keep Us Fat and Medical Myths That Can Kill You: And the 101 Truths That Will Save, Extend, and Improve Your Life. Why? Because your body uses carbs to fuel its energy-producing system. Try whole grains. Calories matter, so don't overdo it!

Exercise is a mood-lifter!

Extrabody weight places unnecessary stress on your joints, heart, and other internalorgans.

All-in-One Toner (works shoulders, abs, gluts, thighs, calves): Stand with feet wider than hip-width, toes turned out. Sink in to a plie squat, then come up onto tiptoes (option: lift weights overhead as you are up on your toes.).

10. We are anxious to talk to all creative spirits out there! If you hand-make any items that would complement the attitude and feel at Joyful Yoga...jewelry, clothing, yoga bags, etc..., please give a call to discuss sharing for consignment!

11. Low on Funds? Don't let it stop you from exercising! Joyful Yoga accepts post-dated checks, bartered services, and credit cards. Our staff wants you to stay healthy! Let's build a supportive and resourceful community.

Have a peaceful Mother's Day weekend!

With joyful gratitude,

Syd

www.JoyfulYogaStudio.com

480.814.1780

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