Bliss Yoga Manila SCHEDULE - JULY 2010

Yin & Yang, Lunar & Solar, HEAL & EMPOWER.

Another yoga retreat at The Farm at San Benito. We had an amazing group of participants. From our regular students at Bliss Yoga to Bikram Yoga practitioners to Ashtangis to curious beginners. I taught the Lunar class Saturday night which focused more on stretching rather than poses that required strength while Eunice greeted them early in the morning with a strong Solar Vinyasa class.

The pond that surrounds the amphitheater.

Yogini Katia
Sucirandrasana (Threading the Needle Pose)

Giving them a little break :)

Anjaneyasana (Supported Crescent Lunge)

Eunice in Bhekasana - Frog pose is a simple yet very powerful pose to open and stretch the hips. It has been said that the more open the hips, the more open the heart! :)

Bianca in Ustrasana (Camel Pose)

Sunrise Meditation

Cathy, Hilina, Alf and Al in Virabhadrasana I (Warrior I)

Everyone in Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II)

Maulik in Salabasana (Locust Pose)

Katia, Bianca and I in Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) - BKS Iyengar says of Dhanurasana in Light on Yoga, "the hands are used like a bow-string to pull the head, trunk, and legs up and the posture resembles a bent bow."

Jon and Katia in Sirsasana (Headstand) while Mark is relaxing in Utthita Balasana (Extended Child's Pose)

Eunice assisting me in Urdva Dhanurasana Drop Back.

Yoga Essentials

1.) Manduka PRO - I've tried several brands such as Prana, Hugger Mugger, Jade, Gaiam and nothing compares to the Manduka PRO. Yes, it's heavy (7 lbs) but it really makes me feel stable and it also cushions my knees and hips. It's a hassle to lug around so I just leave it at the studio. If you're looking for something lighter, try the PROlite or the eKO Mat.

2.) Yoga Towel- I like 2 brands. Easyoga and Yogitoes. When my sweat comes in contact with my mat, my hands and feet start to slip. It usually happens during downward facing dog. I don't have to worry about slipping anymore since I discovered these towels. The grip even gets better when the towel is wet.

3.) Face Towel- I like using Aquazorb. They come in all colors so I match it with my yoga towel.

4.) Water bottle - Staying hydrated is very important! I got mine at lululemon in San Francisco.

5.) Yoga Mat Spray- Keeps my yoga mat clean.

June 2010 Teaching Schedule at Bliss Yoga Manila

I won't be teaching any classes on June 13-16 as I will be in Tokyo :)

Bliss Yoga Manila

Radiate From Your Heart - Yoga Retreat by Drinie Aguilar & Cara De Ocampo

Sharing with you some pictures of our yoga retreat at The Farm last May 8-9, 2010. I did this retreat with my friend Drinie Aguilar. I met Drinie last November 2009 when we both trained under Shiva Rea in Venice Beach. She recently moved back to Manila to share her knowledge and passion for yoga. Try out her Fluid Power classes at Bliss Yoga Manila.

Jon getting a nice deep stretch.

Erika Jacinto and Pam Ayson

Juliet Robel, Drinie Aquilar, Nina Puyat

Pam Ayson and my friend Chiqui Okol's beautiful Mom!

Afternoon Vinyasa Practice at the Amphitheater. Look at that view!

Lunch at ALIVE! restaurant.

L-R: Andrea De Guzman, Darwin Mago, Al Sevilla, Cathy Romualdez

L-R: Lovebirds Jon Rufino & Dustin Reyes, Honey Cortez, Ione Lon, Bea Locsin and Leon De Ocampo
Natasha Rodriguez, Carmela Cancio and Reese Rivera