WELCOME TO
'An Inspired Path'
Sanskrit: अधुना योगस्य अनुशासनम् आरभामः।
English: Now let's start the discipline of yoga.
Join us in-person for KULA (community)
each Thursday morning : 10-11:30am Chair Version of Kripalu Yoga
and/or each Friday evening: 7-8:30pm Floor Version of Kripalu Yoga
both at Lifepoint Baptist Church, 112 Main St. E., Stewiacke, NS
Investment in your health:
You receive 90 minutes of rejuvenation for
$50 for 5 classes (paid at first class) or $15/drop in.
We accept cash or e-transfer only.
With your payment also comes a free Membership to this website
where you can utilize the videos/podcasts as your 'in-between class' Yoga time.
You may choose to come to both experiences or only one, or shift between them depending on your own schedule and simply 'play it by ear' not committing to either.
Whatever is less stressful for you and best suits your schedule each week.
Bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow and if you have yoga blocks, they can come too!.
All students of 'an inspired path' automatically become Members on this website. Membership gives you access to the various podcasts and videos produced by Gail over the years. Many have come to appreciate these recordings as
their 'yoga in-between class time'. The password to the MEMBERS PAGE will be shared with you provided your account is up-to-date.
The yama of AHIMSA: Compassion/Non-harming
a) The door to in-person class is unlocked for 30 minutes prior to and 30 minutes post-class.
Doors are locked for the safety of the students in meditation, as well as respect for their process of delving deeper into states of concentration as the class progresses.
Interruptions in their learning process is detrimental to the lesson.
The door will not be unlocked once class begins, until it is over.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to get situated/settled so we can start on time.
b) Students are wise not to eat 90 minutes prior to class start time (includes the online as well). One of the benefits of the asanas (postures for meditation) and some pranayamas (breath work) is that they stimulate and massage internal organs. If the stomach is 'full', this can create nausea or discomfort, gas and more. If you must eat before class, choosing light fare will do you (and your neighbour in the class) a great service [broth, steamed vegetables, fruit, crackers or anything else that does not give you bloating or gas].
c) We practice in a scent-free environment in-person as much as possible respecting
our friends with sensitivities
d) Intoxicated students, or any rude and disrespectful behaviour and/or language will not be tolerated and can end in you being asked to leave the group. The ambiance whether in-person or online is one of peaceful presence.
e) For 'Floor Yoga' classes involving postures, we recommend 'doubling-up' on your mat if you feel that 1 mat is not comfortable enough on the hard floor. Expensive mats are not necessary. As long as their surface is 'sticky' enough so that you do not slip when in wide stances ... you are good.
f) We recommend bringing a few props to the classes involving postures, that can give you options for assistance when you need them. 2 Yoga blocks and 1 Yoga tie are helpful props (but not necessary) if you are contemplating their purchase, hoping to make your experience on
the mat a more supportive one.
CURRENT ONLINE OFFERING:
The yama of ASTEYA: Non-stealing
If you live in a country like Canada, where layering is necessary to maintain a healthy body heat during your practice in the cold months, you are wise to wear the proper attire when attending a class in a community space which may be struggling to cover its expenses: like the rising high costs of heating a building. The yama of AHIMSA: compassion/non-harming is a practice for true students of Yoga.
Empathy for non-profit organizations struggling to survive, means you have no problem wearing extra clothing for your yoga class (instead of expecting the facility to turn up the heat and suffer the added expense). By doing this, you are also practicing SEVA: selfless service.
The yama of ASTEYA teaches us that insisting a community center (struggling to pay its expenses) turn up their heat when we have the option to simply 'layer' more, can be seen as 'stealing' their much-needed funds that could instead be directed to their mission and outreach.
Food for thought.
The yama of SATYA: Truth
The yama of satya teaches the importance of living in truth.
By participating in any class/workshop or offering by An Inspired Path, you understand that all activities you undertake at may require strenuous physical exertion that
could cause injury, and you are fully aware of the risks involved and understand it is your own
responsibility to consult with a physician prior to participation. You hereby agree to assume
full responsibility for any manner of loss, injury, claim or damage whatsoever, known or
unknown, incurred as a result of same and you, your heirs, executors, administrators or
assigns expressly release and forever discharge An Inspired Path and the
Program Instructors,; and waive any claim against them, their shareholders, officers,
directors, successors, heirs or assigns for any loss, injury, claim or damage sustained as
a result of your attendance and/or participation.
You have read this release and waiver of liability, fully understand its contents and
voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated herein in consideration for those
services offered by An Inspired Path.
This is a TRUTH and by becoming a member of this Kula (Community),
you agree to practice this TRUTH.