At Peconic River Yoga, our purpose is to develop a community in
which individuals from all backgrounds are supported on their
individual paths toward wholeness and healing.
We offer a diverse approach to yoga, embracing a variety of
philosophies and techniques. The benefits of yoga are available to
everyone, regardless of age or fitness level.
PRY welcomes all
practitioners, from beginner to experienced. PRY hopes to become a
meeting place for the Riverhead area’s yoga and spiritual
communities.
Yoga originated in India over 5000 years ago. Yoga is Sanskrit for
"union". In Yoga, the asanas (physical postures) are the means
of finding the "inner posture", which is the experience of
complete inner stillness, harmony, peace, integration, balance ...unity
of body, mind, and spirit. This state of wholeness is grounded in a
discipline known as the 8-limbed path:
Welcome to Peconic River Yoga! We look forward to getting to know you
as a yoga practitioner. Our instructors are well qualified, having
completed a thorough training in yoga instruction. Yoga is more than
physical exercise; it is a transformational practice that integrates
body, mind and spirit.
The following guidelines may serve useful as you begin the practice
of yoga:
Feel free to ask questions about anything that is unclear to
you. Let your instructor know if you are under a doctor’s care or if
you have any specific health conditions.
Attend classes regularly! Try to arrive a few minutes early so
that you will have time to relax and enter the spirit of yoga before
class begins. Let go of your cares and concerns, and allow yourself
to be in the "here and now".
Keep conversation to a minimum before, during, and after class,
in order to maintain a meditative atmosphere for everyone.
Breathe smoothly and continuously as you move. Work gently,
respecting your body’s abilities and limits. Never strain to attain
a position.
Wear comfortable clothing, and be prepared to practice barefoot.
It is best to perform yoga postures on an empty stomach. Wait at
least 2 hours after a full meal. You may, however, have a glass of
juice or a piece of fruit up to an hour before.
To receive maximum benefit from classes, try to practice daily
or several times weekly what you are learning in class. Reading
books on yoga will be a helpful supplement to your practice.
Relax, go at your own pace, and, most importantly, have fun!
We carry
yoga mats, props and supplies, books, CD's, cards, candles, aromatic
oils, bath salts, incense, wall hangings, bags and other unusual items.
Great for gifts and holiday shopping! Gift Certificates available also.
Namaste!
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