Chakra Four is located in the middle of the chest and the sense is touch. This center is our emotion of compassion, love, and empathy. When the heart is balanced, one feels love and connection to self and others. “Anahata,” or the heart chakra, is Sanskrit for “unstuck” or “stillness”. The challenge of the fourth […] Continue reading → 
Chakra 3, or the Manipura is the center of motivation where we set our intentions and desires. This chakra is located at the solar plexus and calls us forth to develop greater will, self-esteem and autonomy. This is done not by keeping things safe, but by taking risks and venturing into the unknown. Although growth […] Continue reading → 
Let’s continue out “Balance Your Chakras” journey with looking at the second chakra! Chakra 2 is located near the lower abdomen or an inch below the navel and deals with families, emotions and setting boundaries. Its physical sense is taste. The emotion is desire, sexuality, and passion. Joy, movement, fluidity, and creativity all inspire this […] Continue reading → 
Chakras and how they work are fascinating. Enjoy this series of six blogposts sharing the most important information about our energy centers. I also share my suggestions for yoga poses in order to get more balance in your chakras. Let’s begin with the first chakra! Located at the base of the spine, the first chakra […] Continue reading → 
According to Yoga Alliance, here are the most important 10 reasons why trying yoga might be just the best idea for you. Why not give it a try in our studio? Check out our class schedule here! 1. STRESS RELIEF Yoga reduces the physical effects of stress on the body. Be encouraging relaxation, yoga helps […] Continue reading → 
This short article was first published in Uptown Magazine, March April 2010. Sharon McClinton, found yoga when she was 50. She discussed her fear of weakening bones, and the aging process in general, with her husband, a chiropractor. “You know, I really don’t want to get osteoporosis”, I want to remain flexible throughout my […] Continue reading → 
In this fast paced, high-stress world, do we really need our workouts to be driven and competitive? I have been a yoga teacher for 14 years and I really don’t think I need to be competitive at all. In fact, growing up, I played competitive tennis and won many tournaments. I began taking yoga 14 […] Continue reading → 
Each day, when we look outside, when we get our work done, we all can fall susceptible to giving our light away, becoming too attached to the moment. This serious side of life often can deplete our energy and leave us to feel more susceptible to stress, worry, depression and anxiety. Yoga, on the other […] Continue reading →