Workshops & Events

 
Upcoming Events:
Restorative Yoga Classes:  Fridays, May 9 and June 13, 6-7:30 pm 

It's time to relax!
Restorative yoga is for anyone who wants to rest or give her/himself time to slow down.  The supported yoga poses in this class help the body release muscles and relax the brain.

Pre-registration suggested, drop-ins welcome.  This class is taught by Lydia Hill.

Cost: $13/1 class on class card.

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Mother's Day Yoga

Mother's Day Yoga with Jennifer Harris, Sunday May 11, 12-2 pm. $30. 

Join us for an afternoon of yoga and relaxation.  The class will be split between active yoga and restorative poses, with poetry and music to inspire a mother's heart.  Mothers of all ages are welcome.

Date: Sun., May 11,
Time: 12-2 pm
Cost:  $30
(please note, our regularly scheduled post-natal class will be cancelled on this day in order to hold this special mother's retreat).

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LOVE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS – INFANT MASSAGE WITH SHARON PANITCH AND ALISSA FROMKIN
Sat. May 31, 1-2:30 pm

babyInfant massage is a wonderful way to soothe and bond with your new baby! Come learn with certified infant massage instructors Sharon Panitch and Alissa Fromkin as they gently guide you in techniques that can help your baby’s digestion, calm the nervous system (baby’s and yours), and ease fussiness. We will spend some time learning how to relax our bodies and hands in preparation for giving massage, and we will cover a sampling of techniques for various areas of the body, as well as a few infant “exercises.” This workshop is most appropriate for babies aged zero to not-yet-crawling. Up to two parents/caregivers may attend with each baby.

What to bring:
Your baby’s diaper bag
One bath towel for baby
One hand towel for each adult
A baby blanket
You may want to clip your fingernails before the workshop, and leave jewelry and watches at home.

What participants will receive:
Materials on the benefits of infant massage
An infant massage resource list
A handout outlining the techniques that we will cover
A small bottle of baby massage oil (hypoallergenic, non-nut-based)

Date: Saturday, May 31
Time: 1-2:30 pm
Cost: $40
Class size limited to ten babies (20 adults)

Sharon Panitch received her massage therapy training from the Muscular Therapy Institute in Cambridge, MA, and has been a Nationally Certified massage therapist since 2000.  She has a private practice in Burlington, where she specializes in massage therapy for relaxation, injury recovery, and relief of chronic pain, as well as pre- and post-natal massage.  She also focuses on working with clients with cancer, and in 2005 founded a massage therapy program at Fletcher Allen’s Department of Hematology/Oncology.  She has two massage-loving children, ages 3 and 10 months.

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Yoga Nidra - Deep Yogic Sleep
Saturday, June 21st, 5-6:15 pm

Join Janet Carscadden on this journey through the levels of consciousness. This 75 minute class will guide you through practices developed to take your mind to the deepest levels of awareness. In the state of yoga nidra one leaves the awake state of consciousness and travels to a state of deep relaxation. Through guided relaxation exercises your mind is allowed to relax and leave the alpha state of awareness to the delta state of subconscious awareness. This class is appropriate for beginners to advanced yoga practitioners. With practice you will develop the ability to quiet your mind, reduce stress and improve your sleep patterns. Please wear loose comfortable clothes. Bring your own props or use the studio blankets, bolsters and mats in order to lie comfortably on the floor for an hour.

Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 5-6:15 pm
Cost: $13 or 1 class on 10 class card

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Kirtan - Call and Response Chanting in Sanskrit.
1st and 3rd Sundays, 6:30-8:30 pm, FREE.

No experience necessary, all are welcome. Feel free to bring drums, shakers, and other instruments.

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Evolution Physical Therapy & Yoga
20 Kilburn Street, Burlington, Vermont 05401
phone: 802-864-9642 | fax: 802-864-9643
email: info@evolutionvt.com