Spring/Summer News from the Sail Loft Yoga Studio
Sail Loft Studio, #2105 Rte 329, The Lodge, 858-3330, May/June 2012

Cathy’s classes ongoing: Mondays and Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m.; Tuesday mornings: 8:30-10 a.m.; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Join us in our yoga practice at the welcoming Sail Loft Studio, and surrounded by spectacular views of the ocean and sky. Groups are small, with all ages and abilities attending the classes. If you have issues that restrict your movements, or injuries that you are dealing with, feel free to call Cathy to talk about whether you would feel comfortable joining a class. Drop –ins are welcome ($10).

On Monday evenings, Tuesday and Thursday mornings, we explore yoga as a multi-disciplinary practice, and everyone is welcome. “Ashtanga” means “eight limbs”: all Cathy’s classes explore yoga practice using this “eight-limbed” approach. Tuesday night’s class is dedicated to the practice of the Ashtanga Primary series, in which a set of postures is learned and practiced in the same order each time. Those new to yoga are welcome to attend this class if you are active and relatively fit. If you have never done yoga before, and have some questions, call or write Cathy anytime.

Saturdays with Susy, 12:15-1:45 p.m.: Susy MacGillivray leads us in a wonderful yoga class that is open to everyone.

Annual Ride of Silence, Wednesday, May 16th, 6:30 p.m. Bayswater Beach: A“first ride of the year”  for many, this annual ride commemorates those who have lost their lives, or suffered serious injury, while bicycling. We gather to build awareness of the necessity of sharing our roadways, riding single file and in silence. As we make our way towards the Blandford Community Centre, about six kilometers away, we pass by the spot where our friend, Peter Brock, died on his bike when he was hit by a car. We take time before the ride begins at 7 p.m. to share our thoughts and prayers. The ride is sponsored by the Route Enhancement Committee of the Aspotogan Peninsula (RECAP).  To find out more, go to www.AspotoganRoute.org.

Yoga and Drumming, Saturday, June 9th, 9:30 a.m.-noon, with Bonnie Vanechuk and Heather Pentz. Join us for this morning of yoga with drum accompaniment, followed by a drum circle, $40. Register @ www.spiritofyoga.ca.

Girls Ride, Friday, May 25th, 10:30 a.m. Chester Train Station: We will cycle on the trail from Chester towards East Chester until we deem the route unmanageable, then return to our start point, first visiting the Linens for Life Tearoom (right on the trail) for a snack/lunch. There is no charge, and all are welcome. Make sure you arrive with your bike tuned up, and bring water, road snacks, and a spare inner tube that fits your wheel (Cathy will have bike repair tools and pump). For more information, call or write Cathy (address and phone number below) or visit: www.aspotoganroute.org.

Annual Father’s Day Ride is now an EVENT: Sunday, June 17th, noon departure, Hubbards Barn: With funding from the Chester Municipal Recreation Department, RECAP, and SMBSA, this year’s ride will be more welcoming and fun for all ages and abilities. Finish at Bayswater Beach at 2 p.m. with a party. Your chance to win a TREK a bike!! For more details, click on this link.

Summer Solstice drum and dance: 6:30-8 p.m. The Countdown to Summer Yoga Challenge began Wednesday, April 11th and ends with a celebration (find out more by following our link: http://www.freewheeling.ca/Countdowntosummer.html.) Summer begins on Wednesday, June 20th at 7:09 pm., and we will welcome the solstice with a drum and yoga dance celebration. Join us for our celebration of summer, and to congratulate those who participated in the Countdown to Summer Yoga Challenge. After our ceremony, we will have tea and snacks! Donations are welcome, as are potluck contributions.

Cathy Guest
Freewheeling Adventures Extraordinary Active Holidays
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