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Yoga Warrior Sutras!!!
So tonight I was going to write about KARMA but actually a friend of mine just gave me the awesome idea of writing about a “Sutra” or common thread in Yoga Warriors classes. I have mentioned sutras before in my blogs, but actually this is the perfect way to describe our Yoga Warriors classes on Wednesdays…it is a mix of Soldiers, Veterans and Police that have come to support each other each week. It has evolved into an unspoken support system or common thread just like a sutra!! It is what makes this program so special and actually it is more like a family!
On Thursday evenings the sutra is made up of Soldiers from different units or training programs; even though they wear the same uniform, they are all different and bring unique qualities to the class! Last Thursday we ended our practice a little differently, after settling into mediation it was clear by the end of class their breathing was so relaxed and body language had a touch a bit of peace!! I was looking around the room in Awe, thinking what a wonderful practice, we are not in a fancy Yoga studio… we are in a gym on a military base practicing Yoga…could not be anymore perfect!! This is what is meant by a SUTRA!!!
Namaste!!
Nicole
Yoga Warriors..makes Me Smile!!
Recently I had a new student attend one of my Yoga Warriors classes. He appeared very shy and quiet, but I could just tell from his body language that he was ready to keep an open mind and experience a YW class! As we began the class I could see his body just release into the mat and his breathing just flowed as he listened to me guide the practice. After class we talked for a bit and I just saw a shiny light in his eyes that something was there waiting to be unlocked! I later learned that this young man absolutely loved the class and can’t wait to return! This is the reason why I am so committed to this program…even if it helps one person all of these hurdles and challenges have all been worth it! I have dedicated a lot of time and resources to Yoga Warriors and my life has changed since last year but just to see one person find their smile again makes it all worth! I hope my next Teacher Training workshop in June (16/17) produces more Yoga Warriors teachers that help Soldiers, Veterans and First Responders find their smiles again!!
Namaste!!
Nicole
PS: Very unexpected surprise the other day!! A ride on a Harley!! My first Motor Bike ride! Thanks B, “have a nice day”!
Yoga Warriors Students Rock!!!
Last week Yoga Warriors Barrie/Borden went on a road trip to Uxbridge and another Yoga Warriors teacher lead the class! I was so proud of all the guys..they did such an awesome practice. The ultimate compliment I feel as a teacher is hearing the students breathe…the breath is like music to a Yoga Teacher’s ears!! Kathy commented on serval occasions during class on the wonderful breath work of the the YW gang and their postures! It is really like watching artwork seeing the transformation from when the guys first started to now!! I am so honoured to guide them during their practice and for all their support for photo shoots, attending events and advice! Honestly all of them have awesome qualities to be a Yoga Teachers and further more be YOGA WARRIORS TEACHERS…… I am so lucky to have these guys in my life, the Borden boys will be going off to other bases when they are done their training here, that makes me sad, however I know that they will plant the seed of Yoga Warriors where ever they are!! We are all connected and have formed a wonderful Yoga Family of Soldiers, Veterans and Police and a unstoppable Yoga Warriors Army!!
Thank so much for all your kindness!
Lots of love and hugs !!! You guys rock!!!
Namaste
Nicole
