Metta Yoga

Embrace the season with meaningful local community event: Live-Music-Flow is Metta’s quarterly community gathering/fundraiser, featuring a yoga class, live guitar music with Kurt Kleinhans, and social time with refreshments afterwards. Wonderful opportunity for us to get to know each other and learn about inspiring charities and people behind it.

We usually feature different Metta yoga instructors and local charities that our community is directly connected to. This time Zuzana Kolinkova (pic below) is teaching a gentle flow class with Kurt's music and we are featuring Vietnam Friendship Village. Our long term member Carol Konyha hosts this event yearly in memory of her dad and her sister who both passed based on being exposed to "agent orange" during Vietnam war.

Support our efforts and register below - you don't have to participate in-person to support our cause. Pls donate and register here, regardless if participating in person or in spirit.

When: Friday 12/9 6-7pm TONIGHT!
Cost: voluntary donations for Vietnam Friendship Village Project USA

Following yoga class (from 7pm - 9pm) you are invited to our gallery - featuring Harris "Whimsical Landscapes and Modern Abstract Prints" from Iceland. Kimberly is another long term member at Metta Yoga. We are looking forward to celebrating the season with you tonight.

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/adm/main_enroll.asp?studioid=35098&tg=&vt=&lvl=&stype=-8&view=day&trn=0&page=&catid=&prodid=&date=12%2f09%2f22&classid=0&prodGroupId=&sSU=&optForwardingLink=&qParam=&tabID=8

We've added a new class on Tuesdays at 10:30am - we invite you to join us at The Phoenician spa, to open up your body with simple and soothing stretches on the silks before relaxing into the
comforting cocoon of the hammock.

In this new class, you will be guided into meditation on the sounds of gong and singing bowls. Within the comfort of your silk cocoon, you can let the vibrations wash over you, clearing out old energies and rejuvenating you down to your deepest cells.

Sign up via Mindbody.

New student? Check out our $40 for 30 days unlimited special.

We've added a new class on Tuesdays at 10:30am - we invite you to join us at The Phoenician spa, to open up your body with simple and soothing stretches on the silks before relaxing into the
comforting cocoon of the hammock.

In this new class, you will be guided into meditation on the sounds of gong and singing bowls. Within the comfort of your silk cocoon, you can let the vibrations wash over you, clearing out old energies and rejuvenating you down to your deepest cells.

Sign up via Mindbody.

New student? Check out our $40 for 30 days unlimited special.

Join us NEXT Saturday, 11/5, for our monthly Sound in The Silks workshop guided by the lovely Rhonda. We will spend our time together immersed in sound healing and yoga Nidra, cocooned in the aerial silks.

Get registered at https://newmettayoga.com/workshopsandevents/. ⭐ 💟

This Saturday 😍

🍂 Fall in Love Partner Class THIS Weekend!

There are many concepts that we learn for our yoga practice. First, we learn that our true nature is love, and second, we are all connected and feel happiest when we are loved and loving/ supporting others.

Partner Yoga is a practice that brings us into an immediate felt sense of our shared humanity. In this workshop, we will learn how to be effortless with our partners and align, both physically and emotionally, with our innate radiance and well-being. During this playful workshop, you and your partner will deepen your experience by uniting your body, mind, and breath.

Saturday, October 15th, 6-8PM Metta Yoga]

Investment: $50 a couple

This will be an all levels class. Join us today and save your space with Metta Yoga].

We are accepting winter essential items at the studio through 9/30 to be donated to our friends in Ukraine. Any contributions, big or small, are greatly appreciated ✨

We 💚 you, Metta fam.

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NCCC Arizona (Southwest Regional) – NCCC

Metta Yoga raised $325 in our Live Music Flow fundraiser last Friday - big thanks goes to Shawna for teaching our yoga class, Kurt playing live guitar music and the rest of Metta team (for hosting this fun and meaningful event!

NCCC Arizona (Southwest Regional) – NCCC Donate to this ChapterChapter Leader Shaundra Hall“After being diagnosed with cervical cancer at 28, my life took an unexpected and amazing turn. I am now a nearly 20 year survivor and proud to be the Regional Director of the Southwest Chapter for NCCC/ASHA. I am also the Chair of the NCCC-ASHA st...

Have you met Shawna? We 💚 her and know you will too. She’s teaching a Live Music Flow this Friday, September 9th at 6pm, to benefit National Cervical Cancer Coalition, with guitar music by our very own Kurt Kleinhans.

Join us for an evening of yoga, music, and community. Visit https://newmettayoga.com/workshopsandevents/ or email [email protected] to register.

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Labor Day STAND-UP-PADDLE BOARD YOGA - tomorrow 9am at beautiful rooftop pool of Phoenician spa. Register here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=35098&stype=-101&sView=week&sLoc=0&date=09/05/22

Take our photo-tour of upcoming retreat to Tuscany. CLICK HERE: https://conta.cc/3bDyDe6

Still kicking yourself for not practicing and meditating as you promised to yourself in Jan 2022? Here's your chance to make a difference in the next 4 months and make up for it. All mat classes at both locations are included as well as online offerings:

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/main_shop.asp?stype=40&pMode=4&reSchedule=&origId=&recType=&recNum=

Happening next Saturday! Join Robert in exploring the meaning of presence on August 27th from 1-3pm.

In this 2-hour workshop, you will learn what presence is, why it is important, and several practical techniques to be more present, including how to: Develop the Observer; Set Awakening Alarm Bells; Connect with the Being; Transform Negative Feelings; and Embrace Acceptance.

To register, visit https://newmettayoga.com/workshopsandevents/

Still time to join Zuzana Kolinkova for trip of your lifetime.(w/Carol Panaro-Smith and James Hajicek from Alchemy Studio). 2 ROOMS LEFT! https://newmettayoga.com/retreats/

Love the One You're With.
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You are invited to join Lorilee and Tyler for this Summer Lovin' Partner Yoga class on Saturday,
July 30th from 6-8pm.

Partner Yoga is a practice that brings us into an immediate felt sense of our shared humanity. In this workshop we will learn how to be effortless with our partner and align, both physically and emotionally, with our innate radiance and well-being. During this playful workshop you and your partner will deepen your experience by uniting your body, mind and breath.

Couples can be any two people with a connection - be it a roommate, friend, partner, business or romantic partner. This will be an all levels class.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Please sign up in advance on Mindbody or www.newmettayoga.com

When your bestie signs up for our “30 days for $40” special in July both of you will be entered into our raffle -- if either of your names are drawn you BOTH win.

1st Prize: Strawberry Rhubarb facial
(value $170 = 2x $85)

2nd Prize: two $75 gift certificates to our boutique (value $150)

3rd Prize: two $50 gift certificates for future yoga purchases (value $100)

To Enter:
1. Your bestie purchases our $40 for 30 days special. The 30 days must be initiated before the end of July.
2. Email [email protected] your name AND your bestie’s name.
3. Wait for drawing on August 1st – it will be in live broadcast via our social media.

Are you looking to dig deeper into the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of yoga?

Starting August 10th, sign up for a 200hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) with Metta Yoga. YTT is for those looking for personal growth or to become an instructor!

Students will learn how to lead Flow and Restorative classes in Metta's unique Yoga Teacher Training program led by Zuzana Kolinkova, Jes Tehan and Lorilee Gilmore.

Training includes lectures on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, In-person hours, based on class times that work for you and self-led practice time.

Register before August 1 for a discount.

For more information, email [email protected] or visit our website https://newmettayoga.com/teachertraining/

Join us for a YOGA & ART RETREAT IN TUSCANY​
WHEN: September 18- September 25, 2022
WHERE: Villa San Rocco, Benabbio, Italy

Imagine a week on a Tuscan mountaintop, practicing yoga twice a day & making art.
Start each day with Metta Owner and Founder, Zuzana, guiding you through an invigorating yoga flow to wake up your body. As the sun dips below the horizon, spend each evening in a restorative practice that eases you into shutting down your mind and preparing for a restorative night of sleep.

Visualize yourself here: your creative side flourishes while you practice yoga twice daily, build community and create memorable art.

With a daily yoga practice and visual art experiences, you will be awakening your creative side. Artists Carol Panaro-Smith and James Hajicek, of Alchemy Studio, will guide you in a variety of materials and techniques, using both photographic and art materials.

No previous art experience is needed.

Explore the beautiful Tuscan Countryside, in the comfort of a group

All costs, aside from airfare, are included in the retreat cost:
- twice daily yoga sessions,
- daily art sessions and 24/7 access to a 14th century monastic studio
- 2 City outings,
- Pick up and drop off at the Florence airport
- All meals
- Lodging in a glorious residence
- Set in the beautiful village of Benabbio, in the hills above Lucca
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Mother figures are undoubtedly significant in people’s lives - through Sunday, we are offering 20% off for you to treat the special person in your life that nurtures and positively influences you.

Treat your bio mom, step-mom, bonus mom, single dad, both moms, neighbors, friends, teachers, heck - if you have been taking special care of yourself, treat yourself.

As Mother’s Day comes around again, let’s embrace the importance of all women as mothers, be that with a specific child or as a role model for women, men and children generally.

As women slow down the usual rush and drive of life, they are often met with their own beauty and grace.

Help a loved one in your life to slow down by gifting them a 5-pack of specialty classes (aqua yoga, outdoor yoga flow, aerial restorative, SUP yoga, yoga walk, etc.).

For instance, Aqua yoga is a therapeutic, unique class which is offered in the luxurious setting of the Phoenician Spa, at the base of Camelback mountain. Five of these classes are sure to be a meaningful gift to produce relaxation and restoration so energy can continue to be given towards love and nurturing - and isn’t this what the world is crying out for?

Follow the link in our bio for a special 20% off discount!

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=35098&stype=41&sTG=42&prodId=14536

As the temperatures rise, did you know that Metta offers early morning outdoor and mid-morning water classes?!?

Let us help you to practice outside without overheating, by joining us at the Phoenician for the following classes:
M,W,F & Sun @ 7:30AM.: Outdoor Yoga Flow
T, Th & Sat @ 7:30AM: Yoga Walk
M&W @ 9AM: SUP Yoga
T, Fri & Sun @ 9AM: Aqua Yoga

Read descriptions and sign up via Mindbody.

Happy International Women's day from this female owned and operated business.

March is Women’s History Month and March 8th is International Women’s Day - a day to celebrate the global social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

Here at Metta, we believe that empowered women empower other women - behind every strong woman, you are likely to find a strong female tribe.

Let's celebrate together - comment below on what makes you feel empowered as a woman or tag a woman you'd like to acknowledge today.

All month, we will be resharing images of the amazing women that make up the Metta community. Please tag us - we look forward to featuring strong women.

Message from Zuzana Kolinkova (Metta owner)
I STAND WITH UKRAINE.
Like so many around the world I am shocked and saddened at the unprovoked aggression by Russia in commencing a full-scale invasion of Ukraine this week. It is appalling to witness the senseless loss of life and the displacement of so many refugees. This type of unilateral and indefensible assault is a direct threat to the principals of freedom and democracy across the world. It hits home for me, as it was not long ago that the Russian’s occupied my homeland, the Czech Republic. We must stop this unilateral aggression in it’s tracks, or we will be asking ourselves “who is next”?

We must not turn our backs on Ukraine in their greatest moment of need. I urge all of us to identify, influence, and deploy actions to ensure that the Ukrainian people can successfully defend their homeland, and that Russia will be held accountable. Time is of the essence. As the greatest nation in the world, we do not want to look back and find that we have done too little, too late.

PLS SEND YOUR LETTERS TO:
Senator Mark Kelly
516 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
(202) 224-4521
https://www.kelly.senate.gov

Senator Kyrsten Sinema
317 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
(202) 224-4521
https://www.sinema.senate.gov

Representative Greg Stanton
207 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 225-9888
https://stanton.house.gov/email-me

No matter where you are physically, mentally or spiritually, there has never been a better time to embrace our Yoga Teacher Training. https://www.newmettayoga.com/teachertraining/