Yoga ~ Anne Nowell

Photos Spring 2009

March 21st, 2009 at 3:17 pm (Anne writes)

Those who “model” yoga poses know that a good photo is a combination of lighting, skill of the photographer, and some understanding of the postures. For every good shot there are many attempts. I have been blessed in my career as a yoga instructor to have worked with several fine photographers.

As I move into maturity I would hope the outcome of a photo session would likewise reflect that maturity. I feel in these photos photographer, Yvonne Venegas, has captured the essence of my yoga in 2009. Life in middle age has many gifts not the least of which is no longer needing to prove oneself. I look forward to aging gracefully and embracing the strength and power of the “crone” years.

Thanks to Yvonne, her father and daughter for the beautiful outcome of Photos Spring 2009. Many thanks to our Gurus, K Pattabhi Jois & T Krishnamacharya, and to all of you who have shared thus far in my yoga journey.

Namaste

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Yoganic Teachers’ Graduate!

March 16th, 2009 at 10:17 am (Anne writes)

After 8 months of study, experimentation with different styles, and practicing yoga together I am pleased to certify six beautiful ladies as Yoga Instructors. The emphasis in the course has been the techniques of the Krishnamacharya lineage which includes rigorous Ashtanga Vinyasa, precise Iyengar techniques, and therapeutic Viniyoga methods. I feel confident that the newly certified Yoga Teachers will have the knowledge to use yoga in ways that will be beneficial to many students by addressing the needs of their students. By meeting the qualifications of the Yoga Alliance, the new instructors can be certified as RYT’s (Registered Yoga Teachers). Please enjoy the photos of our graduation ceremonies and festivities. You can click on the images for a larger view.

Course Instructors: Anne Nowell and Skyler Myers
Course Participants: Samantha Smith, Lisa Marchesini, Anne Nowell, Adesh Kaur, Skyler Myers, Keryna Johnson, Janet Dehart, Jennifer Shultz

Graduation Smiles!
Keryna Johnson
Janet Dehart

Jennifer Shultz
Samantha Smith

Adesh Kaur Khalsa
Lisa Marchesini

Artist Laura Rogan gifted the graduates with beautiful henna tattoos.
Kirtan (devotional music) performer, Thierry, performed on sitar and harmonium, leading the group in devotional chanting.