An invitation to fun.....

Hi Folks!

I wanted to invite you to the following Pilates workshop, Qi Gong class  and Yoga/Qi gong get away retreat. Please let me know if you have questions  donnaraesmith@yahoo.com

*Pilates 2 hour workshop on Saturday Aug. 30th  from 10-12 at Yoga On York (details below)

*6 week Community Qi Gong To Energize Your Spirit (in a nice, calming way)

*Maine Yoga/Qi Gong Retreat (you are invited to stay with me if space available) October 18th-19th

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Pilates Workshop To Tap In To Your Core Power ($20)

During this Labor Day weekend join Donna Rae for a powerful and fun workout that will leave you feeling strong and relaxed.

This two-hour workshop will help you understand the anatomy of your core muscles and teach you how to use those muscles skillfully and effectively.

Traditional Pilates movements improve posture and grace and help you move from your center while doing yoga, playing tennis and golf, or engaging in any other activity."

Community Qi Gong To Energize Your Spirit

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 & Oct. 2, 9     4 - 5:15

Yoga On York (www.yogaonyork.net) - very near Towson University

How would you like to experience a form of movement that helps you get stronger, more flexible and energized while creating a sense of calmness at the same time?

Qi gong (pronounced chi gong) will do just that. It’s an ancient form of movement that is rooted in martial arts and has over the years been proven to improve health and well-being.

Anyone can practice Qi gong. People that are not especially fit are drawn to it and people that are fit who need to learn to relax are too.

The movements and breathing techniques are designed to open the joints and help us tap in to our own ability to heal.

By moving the body a certain way specific energy acupuncture points are stimulated allowing the energy to flow through the energy channels more smoothly.

“And it’s fun too! Movements like Knocking On The Door of Life and Sunrise Over The Lake strengthen the spine and help calm the mind.”

It’s not just movement, it energizes the spirit and that’s probably the most important thing we can do for ourselves. 

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This workshop will continue on Sunday, October 19th at my home in Maine. Our cottage is right on a lake. It's very peaceful. There is still space available if you want to stay with me. It's a wonderful, colorful time in Maine. If you are interested and have any questions, please email me. 

Fall Foliage Yin Yoga~Meditation Day Workshop

WhenSat, October 18, 9am – 4pm

WhereNurture Through Nature, Warren Road, Denmark, ME, United States 

DescriptionRestore, Renew, Regroup~Fall Foliage Yoga~Meditation Day Workshop Come nourish yourself in this colorful season! In this workshop you will practice yin yoga movements and meditations designed to support your health throughout autumn. Together we will share in: Yin Yoga (slow, deep meditative stretching) Qi Gong~Tao Yin Yoga Breath awareness meditation Walking meditation Quiet time in nature along our magical mountain brook Sauna Steam Bath option Wholesome gourmet vegetarian lunch Your Facilitators: Jen Deraspe, founder of Nurture Through Nature, yoga instructor, retreat leader, holistic life coach 
Donna Rae Smith, Registered Nurse, Qi gong (Taoist Healing Style), Yoga and Pilates Teacher & Personal Trainer Cost: self-assessed sliding scale $75-$125. Weekend packages available! Optional workshop offerings continue Sunday @ Donna Rae’s lake house.