"Self-care is never a selfish act—it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others."
– Parker Palmer
Hi <<First Name>>,
Happy November!
It's Election Day today, and with it can come a feeling of anxiousness and uncertainty, as political tension has been high and views throughout our nation seem to be more polarized than ever. If you feel overwhelmed now (or at any time), remember to treat yourself with care and compassion first and foremost. Be kind to yourself in the same way that you would nurture a dear friend or a young child. Go for a walk, call up your best friend, take a bath, treat yourself to a nourishing meal.
The practice of yoga and meditation asks us to be still, and be a witness to our thought processes. This can be uncomfortable, especially if we are in a stressed state of mind and would rather be distracted. We can choose to be present and honest, even if the experience is full of grief. We can find power through self-care, and in the collective of humanity, knowing that we are never alone in our experience.
We have yoga classes for you every day to help you through it all, and awesome events coming up! We will continue to have outdoor classes and events, as well as our virtual offerings. We hope to see you soon!
Take care and stay healthy!
With Love + Gratitude,
<3 Lara
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Be social with us!
Follow us on social media to stay connected and up to date with events!
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Online Booking and Purchases
- Use MindBody to book your classes, purchase class packs, and memberships.
- If you need help with your email login or password, or need any assistance with purchases, email info@yogabliss-studio.com
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Studio Updates - When will we practice in the studio again?
Although we dearly miss seeing all of you at the studio, for the foreseeable future, we will expect to continue practicing outdoors and through livestream. In LA County fitness studios are required to offer in-person classes outdoors only (with no indoor offerings allowed at this point.) When fitness studios are allowed to hold indoor classes, it will start at limited capacity (starting at 10%, then 25%). This is simply not practical for the size of our space, as it would mean classes maxed at 2-4 people. We will continue to keep you updated through changes and as we get more information.
We've loved seeing people practice at the beach and at our outdoor locations, as well as through Zoom! We are doing our best to continue offering yoga and mindfulness to our community. We truly appreciate all of your support and understanding through these challenging times.
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Outdoor Yoga at Recreation Park, El Segundo
Saturdays @ 9:30am-10:30am // Vinyasa with Jennifer
Mondays @ 4:15pm-5:15pm // Vinyasa with Lara
Tuesdays @ 4:15pm-5:15pm // Gentle Flow & Deep Stretch with Lara
So happy to offer yoga in the park!
- Sign up in advance on MindBody.
- Classes will be held on the flat top area on the corner of Pine Avenue & Eucalyptus Drive.
- You will be required to sign a waiver for El Segundo Recreation & Parks.
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Virtual Sound Bath with Danielle
Wednesday, November 18 @ 6:00pm-7:00pm
(You can access a recording of the sound bath for 48 hours.)
$18 or use your class pack / membership.
Sign up here!
Check out a preview of Danielle's virtual sound bath here!
Utilizing state-of-the-art audio equipment, this virtual sound bath will not disappoint. Even though the experience of an in-person sound bath cannot be replicated, previous participants have shared that they felt they were "in the room."
There are a plethora of recorded benefits sound healing provides - some of these include:
- Activates higher states of consciousness
- Unblocks emotions
- Relieves anxiety and stress
- Induces complete relaxation
- Promotes deep meditation
- Heightens clarity
- Improves ability to concentrate
- Relieves insomnia
- Relieves physical pain
- Releases emotional trauma
Check out Danielle's website and Instagram.
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Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath
Sunday, December 6 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm // Sign up here!
Playa Del Rey Beach
$25 // With Lara & Lisa
Join Lara and Lisa for a relaxing session of restorative yoga with the accompaniment of singing bowls. Lara will guide you through long-held restorative poses for deep relaxation. Lisa will bring your practice to another level of zen with the vibration of sound.
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Rooted + Winged (Women's Workshop Series)
Virtual via Zoom: Sundays 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29 @ 7:00pm-8:45pm
With Keary Ann Bixby
$199 when you use discount code YOGABLISS // Sign up here!
My dear friend and someone I consider a mentor in the fitness industry, Keary, has developed a wonderful women's program, starting this month! Full details here.
Rooted+Winged was developed for a community of like-minded women wanting to find more balance within. Using 4 key dimensions, Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual, we can cultivate and bring awareness to our own true being.
Women often put themselves second in all things work, family, love… life. With the abundance of technology over the last few decades everything is affected from the way we operate, work, communicate, consume, even parent. We lose touch with our inner voice. We compare, we judge, we come undone.
This program offers a safe space in which we can learn and discuss different practices and concepts to help us adjust the patterns and behaviors we default to. It is time to harness our intuition to clear our minds, reset, and manifest.
Keary is the owner of Playa Pilates and also owned a yoga studio once upon a time.
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Outdoor Class at Aloft Hotel El Segundo
Sundays 9:30am-10:30am
Vinyasa Flow with Lara
Sign up here!
Space is limited. You can reserve up to 14 days in advance.
We are excited to offer this outdoor location to practice yoga!
BEFORE CLASS
- Do not come to class if you have any symptoms of illness or have been exposed to the virus.
- Reservations required at least 1 hour in advance. Book your spot on MindBody.
- Cancel your reservation at least 1 hour in advance if needed. If you miss the cancellation window and do not show up for class, you will be charged the single class rate of $18.
AT ALOFT HOTEL
- Parking is free for 2 hours at the hotel's outdoor lot.
- Wear a mask before and after class. Masks are optional during class.
- Be respectful and stay physically distanced (at least 6 feet away) from others.
- Bring your own mat and props. (Props are optional.)
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Livestream Yoga (via Zoom)
View our Livestream schedule and sign up here!
- Tuesdays 5:30pm-6:15pm // Power Flow with Denise
- Wednesdays 9:00am-10:00am // Vinyasa with Milena
- Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm // Yin/Deep Stretch with Jennifer
- Thursdays 5:30pm-6:15pm // Vinyasa with Lara
- Fridays 9:00am-10:00am // Reggae Friday Vinyasa with Stephanie
- Saturdays 9:00am-10:00am // Vinyasa with Alyssa
We are loving livestream yoga and hope you join in!
- Download Zoom on the computer, tablet, or phone that you will be using to watch class! (Zoom is free to use.)
- Sign up for class through MindBody at least 1 hour in advance.
- Use your current membership / class pack.
- Do a drop in for $8.
- About an hour before class, you will receive an email from "FitGrid LIVE" with the Zoom link to join class. Add "hello@fitgrid.com" to your contacts to make sure you receive the email.
We look forward to seeing you virtually!
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YouTube Yoga & Meditation Videos
We have over 139 yoga and meditation videos on YouTube and will continue to release more every week:
youtube.com/YogaBlissLA
If you would like to contribute to the studios and our online content, you can do so here:
These videos are accessible to all, and have reached far and wide. We are happy to share yoga and meditation around the globe!
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Used Prop SALE!
Please email your order of used props to info@yogabliss-studio.com (or simply reply to this email). We will prepare your props and coordinate for pickup.
- All props have been washed / cleaned!
- Bolster $25
- Cork Block $7
- Foam Block $5
- Strap $4
- Yogitoes Towel $25
- eQua Mat Towel $15
- eQua Hand Towel $5
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Retail Sale!
Amazing prices for quality yoga gear! Please email info@yogabliss-studio.com to place your order of yoga equipment. We will coordinate for pickup.
Available items and colors are noted below:
- Yogitoes Towel $58 // Sale price $40 plus tax
- Dark Purple, Navy Blue, Grey, Ocean Blue, Mint green / teal pattern, Blue pattern, Black, Pink / orange pattern, Peacock pattern
- eQua Mat Towel $38 // Sale price $25 plus tax
- Grey-blue, Purple, Dark grey, Dark blue, Blue pattern
- eQua Hand Towel $16 // Sale price $10 plus tax
- Blue, Blue pattern, Navy blue, Grey-blue
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Apparel Sale!
Please email info@yogabliss-studio.com to place your order. We will coordinate for pickup.
Available items and colors are noted below:
- Women's Racerback Tank $10
- Light Grey in S, XL
- Pink in S
- Teal in S, L
- Women's Flowy Boxy Tank $10
- Dark Grey in L
- Coral in S
- Teal in L
- Men's Tee $10
- Black Heather XXL
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Recipe to Try!
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Journal Prompts
Writing can be therapeutic and eye-opening. If you feel called to take out your journal or start one, here are some writing prompts for you:
- What is unique about your personality?
- What are things you need to stop doing that are making you unhappy?
- Make a list of experiences you would like to have with your close friends / loved ones.
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Hope to see you at the studio soon!
Let us know if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions! We'd love to hear from you!
<3 Lara and the Yoga Bliss Team
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