awaken | yoga ~ reiki ~ wellness | waitsfield, vt

New Yoga Class & Open Group Meditation

2010-11-30T17:04:00.003-05:00

I am excited to announce that Lori and Nicholas Mortimer will share teaching an

8 am Yoga Class on Tuesday Mornings from 8 - 9:30 am beginning this week!

Also - please join us for Open Group Meditation on Friday Mornings from 9:45 - 10:45 am. No Fee.

No need to pre-register. Everyone welcome!

We will begin with 15 minutes to practice asana and/or get comfy, followed by short spiritual reading and then 30 minute silent meditation. A very nice gift to give yourself at this time of year!

In addition - I have spent the weekend rearranging the studio space.

I am happy to say that we can now accept up to 8 students per class.

This means that there are spots open in ALL yoga classes.

Please email me to reserve a spot.

8 - 9:30 am Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu & Fri

4 - 5:30 pm Mon

6 - 7:30 pm Tues Prenatal

6 - 7:30 pm Thu Gentle Yoga

Gift Certificates are available for yoga and reiki healing.

Gently used mats and other items on sale at studio.

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy

2010-09-10T17:44:00.005-04:00

A few years ago I read a book called, "The Forgotten Body: A Way Of Knowing and Understanding Self" by Elissa Cobb, co-director of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Training Center in Bristol, Vermont. It was one of those reads that I just could not put down and I felt as if this woman knew and understood exactly where I was moving on my Life's Journey. I was hungry for more and very interested in exploring this process of yoga & healing thinking it might be a perfect complement to my reiki practice and yoga instruction.

This past June, I was lucky enough to participate and complete Level One Training at Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy with Karen Haasskarl, co-director at PRYT. What an amazing experience! At PRYT you learn to become a practitioner by experiencing this compassionate and supportive healing style first hand. The most important part of the training for me was learning to become an unconditional presence for others as well as experiencing what it feels like to have someone become that for me. PRYT combines fully assisted yoga postures with non-directed dialogue guiding the client to self-observe, breathe and stay in the present moment. Physically - it feels great! Mentally, Emotionally and Spiritually it supports healing! What could be better! I have incorporated some learned assists in my classes already and all I hear is "aaaahhhh - that feels great!" I plan to go on to complete Level Two this Fall and hopefully Level Three and complete certification this Winter and Spring.

Here is an excerpt from PRYT website: http://pryt.com/index.html

"Though at times we look for outside sources to guide us, somewhere deep inside we know that we must slow down, reconnect with ourselves, and listen to our own inner voice.

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, through a combination of classical yoga techniques and elements of contemporary body-mind psychology, encourages this deeper connection with self. Through this deeper connection, we are able to know ourselves more fully. And out of this knowing, we are more easily moved to embrace the opportunity for change, growth and enhanced well being in body, feelings, thought, and spirit.

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy changes lives from the inside out."

Saturday Morning Outdoor Yoga and Brunch at Hostel Tevere

2010-06-10T16:51:00.005-04:00

with Mary Ellen Alberti or Lucy D'Aponte

Breathe in the Universe and move with the mountains! Join us for meditation, breath work, yoga postures and relaxation. Afterwards, enjoy a fresh, healthy, delicious summer brunch at Hostel Tevere's restaurant.

8:30 - 9:45 am Yoga $12, Optional 10:00 am Brunch a la carte.

June 26th, July 3rd, 10th, 17th 24th, 31st, August 7th & 14th.

In case of rain, Yoga will be held at Awaken.

For directions to Hostel go to hosteltevere.com.

Awaken: New Location & New Offerings

2010-03-31T11:52:00.005-04:00

Dear Friends of Awaken,

Many of you may be hearing about and sensing "The Shift in Human Consciousness" taking place on the planet. As Owen Waters, the author of The Shift, states "The Shift is the spiritual and creative awakening of humanity....It means following your heart to express your inner joy through making your own meaningful contribution towards betterment of the world."

This past fall and winter have brought many profound awakenings and changes to me. These experiences have guided me to make a "shift" in the way in which I share my energy with others. I have decided to let go of the studio space in Waitsfield and bring Awaken to Warren beginning May 1st. I have a very cozy and peaceful studio on my property where I will be offering private & group yoga instruction and restorative yoga/reiki sessions. I will also continue to offer private reiki sessions and instruction. This transformation of Awaken will be reflected on the website shortly. All sessions will be by appointment. I live very close to the Four Corners at East Warren Rd/Roxbury Gap/Airport Rd. I can fit up to five people comfortably. If friends want to schedule a class or an ongoing class together this would be possible. Hopefully this will make yoga classes available to people who have a difficult time coming to studio scheduled classes. The classes may also be tailored to your individual needs and requests. I am hoping to work with people who are interested in guidance developing personal practice. This will be offered as "Intuitive Yoga".

Rates at my new location will be as follows: Private Yoga: $54, Group Yoga: $12 per person, $110 for 10 class card. Private Restorative Yoga & Reiki: $54, Semi Private Restorative Yoga & Reiki: $24 per person. All Yoga sessions are one and one half hours. Private Reiki Session: $54 per hour. Usui or Karuna® Reiki Instruction: $144 per level of instruction.

Awaken students who have 5 or 10 class cards with classes left may choose to either use the classes towards my new offerings or may request a refund for the value left on the card.

There is a chance that someone may wish to take over the studio and classes would continue. Please spread the word and feel free to contact me if you are interested or know of someone who might be. As you know, it is a very inviting space to practice! Also, lots of props will be for sale at great prices. It is always nice to have a few available at home. I will email any information regarding where Awaken instructors will be offering classes.

I would like to thank from the depths of my soul - Lucy D'Aponte, Edgar & Laura Mesquita, Mela Brady, Cathe Neuberger, Nancy Spencer and, of course, Donna Boyle for coming into my life. I am so lucky to spend time with these Shining Beings! It has been my honor and joy to share yoga and friendship with all of you at Awaken. I am listening to my heart and I am excited to make this "Shift". I am grateful for the opportunity to have received the gift of love and wisdom from the beautiful people who come to Awaken. Thank you for your support. I wish you much joy as you follow your heart on your own Life Journey. Breathe and Listen. peace,

Mary Ellen

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2010-01-26T16:17:00.007-05:00

Thursday, April 29th 6:30 -8:00 pm

at Valley Yoga & Movement

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

In this workshop Nancy Spencer will assist you into comfortable yoga postures using blankets and bolsters to support every part of your body. She will guide you to bring a gentle attention to your breath as you drift into stillness.Mary Ellen Alberti will offer Reiki healing. Thoughts will quiet and tension will soften as Life Force Energy is directed into the body deepening relaxation and aiding in the release of any holding of negative energy.

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.comor by phone: 802-496-7526.

Saturday Morning Open Practice 10:30 - 11:30 am

2009-12-20T20:30:00.004-05:00

Enjoy the supportive energy at Awaken as you devote time to deepen your own personal practice. Props and music provided. Lucy will arrive at 10:20 am to open the studio, focus on her practice and close at 11:30 am. Open to all.

New Saturday Morning Class!

2009-12-20T20:09:00.002-05:00

Swasthya Yoga taught by Laura Mesquita

saturday, 8:30 - 10 am

Swasthya (self-sufficient) and Svatantrya (free will) Yoga are the primary philosophies of this class. Exploration of openness and flexibility towards life. Focus on developing the strength needed to become successful and grow as a human being. Class includes breath work and postures (body purification and energy flow), healing sound, hand mudras, gratitude and guided relaxation. Open to all levels.

New Beginner Yoga Series!

2009-12-20T19:59:00.002-05:00

taught by Cathe Neuberger beginning 1/7/10

10 week session, thursday, 6 - 7:30 pm

$15 drop-in or $120 for 10 week session. Awaken students may use class cards.

Stretch, strengthen, relax, renew! Learn the basics of hatha yoga through investigation of gentle postures and breath work within the framework of weekly themes.

No prior experience necessary.

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2009-11-04T16:51:00.010-05:00

Sunday, January 10th & January 24th 9:00 - 10:30 am

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.com or by phone: 802-496-7526.

Freedom Yoga with Edgar Mesquita

2009-10-21T15:22:00.006-04:00

open to all levels

Monday and Wednesday 6 - 7:30 pm.

Come and have fun while exploring your Being - Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit!

We will work with all the ancient Yoga techniques:

cleansing, meditation,deepening the postures, breath work, and more -

to experience a complete yoga practice.

A practice complemented with explanations to understand how Yoga works.

Come with an Open Mind and a Smile :)

For more information on Edgar please visit our Instructor Page.

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2009-09-01T17:14:00.012-04:00

Monday, October 19th 6 - 7:30 pm

Sunday, October 25th 9:30 - 11 am

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

In this workshop Nancy Spencer will assist you into comfortable yoga postures using blankets and bolsters to support every part of your body. She will guide you to bring a gentle attention to your breath as you drift into stillness. Mary Ellen Alberti will offer Reiki healing. Thoughts will quiet and tension will soften as Life Force Energy is directed into the body deepening relaxation and aiding in the release of any holding of negative energy.

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.com or by phone: 802-496-7526.

Outdoor Yoga and Brunch at Hostel Tevere

2009-08-10T17:16:00.002-04:00

8:30 - 9:45 am Yoga (in case of rain, yoga will be held at Awaken Studio in Waitsfield)

10:00 am Brunch served on deck at Hostel Tevere.

Sunday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 30th. $20 includes yoga and brunch.

Directions to Hostel Tevere - hosteltevere.com

Directions to Awaken Yoga - awakenvt.com

Couples Massage Workshop

2009-08-02T22:01:00.006-04:00

with Jessica Tompkins

Come with partner, friend or family member!

Date to be announced. 3 hour workshop.

Fee: $65 per couple Call: 802-793-1116

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop

2009-07-30T07:23:00.001-04:00

with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

Thursday, August 6th 10 -11:30 am

$20 pre-register at maryellen@awakenvt.com

Belly Dancing with Hannah Rudy

2009-07-20T13:36:00.003-04:00

Cool & Relaxing Intro to Belly Dancing.

Discover or rediscover the beauty of these movements.

6:30 - 7:30 pm Fee: $12

7/22, 7/27, 8/5, 8/19, 8/24, 8/31

10 week session will begin in Sept.

Dick Eisele & Jess Tompkins Discussion on

2009-06-26T18:59:00.003-04:00

"The Shift In Consciousness"

July 6th, July 20th, Aug 3rd & Aug 17th at 6:30 pm

Please come with questions & ideas! No Fee.

Call 802-793-1116 to reserve seat.

Mitchel Bleier Yoga Workshops at Warren Town Hall

2009-06-21T17:33:00.003-04:00

Fri, Aug 7th 6-8pm

Sat, Aug 8th 10am -12 pm, 3-5pm

Sun, Aug 9th 10am -12pm

$35/2hr class - $120 full weekend

preregister at maryellen@awakenvt.com

Awaken T Shirts For Sale!

2009-04-30T14:28:00.001-04:00

Each shirt is unique: designed and hand printed by Mary Ellen.

Have fun searching for the one that makes you smile!

Kripalu Yoga with Cameron

2009-04-30T14:27:00.000-04:00

Wednesday 8 - 9:30 am & Thursdays 6:30 - 8 pm

Yoga Instructor Practice

2009-04-30T14:24:00.002-04:00

Sunday 9 - 11 am $5

July 12th & August 16th

Open to all instructors. Sign up to lead a class or just come and enjoy other instructors yoga experience.

Yoga for Strength and Serenity

2009-01-24T12:25:00.005-05:00

Thursday 8:30 - 9:45 am

with Mary Ellen

meditation, pranayama, asana, restorative, shivasana, namaste!

Prenatal Yoga Class

2008-09-12T11:18:00.004-04:00

Tuesdays 6 - 7:30 pm with Mary Ellen

Eckhart Tolle Silent Group

2008-09-12T10:26:00.007-04:00

Sunday May 3 1 - 3 pm No Fee

"Bringing Stillness Into Everyday Life"