Upcoming events.
Benefits of Seasonal Eating
As part of a Winter Wellness Series I am offering the following class. You can go to the link below to see what other classes are available and register for all the ones you want.
So often people choose foods based on a particular dietary plan and yet still feel dissatisfied, hungry or always full, and continue to crave and eat the foods that don’t support a healthier lifestyle. Ayurveda- the sister science to Yoga- offers a way of eating that takes into account all the factors involved when dealing with real people in real situations. It asks if the person is eating the right foods in the right season in the right combinations rather than giving a one size fits all approach to diet that is so common today. Learn why eating with the seasons is so beneficial to your health and wellbeing, and how making sure you have the right flavors balanced in your meals will help stop cravings and make you feel satisfied. A joint project of the Cambridge Food Coop and Hubbard Hall.
Pre-registration (single class): $12, Drop-in registration (single class): $17
Freight Depot (Green Building).
Ayurveda: an ancient practice to sooth the modern human (Greenwich)
Known as the sister science to Yoga, Ayurveda is starting to show up more and more in modern day health and wellness spaces. Because being a modern human can be so hard on our system we are finding ourselves more and more attracted to self soothing behavior that is having significant and negative impacts on our health. Ayurveda uses nature as a guide to help us find balance and stability in a world that moves fast and changes all the time. In this 2 hour workshop Zaidee will teach you about Ayurveda, share some of the key practices and concepts that make Ayurveda so easy to incorporate, as well as help you navigate some of the popular content that is sprouting up in the social media sphere. Bring a pen and paper to take down some notes. $25
This class is at Live Oaks Wellness in Greenwich, NY
Sense Care is Self Care
Do you feel like having time for self care is impossible to find? What if a few simple and sweet additions to your daily routine counted as self care? Ayurveda says that spending a little time attending to both soothing and stimulating our 5 senses you can feel more grounded and clear headed and cared for.
In this 2 hour workshop, Zaidee will guide you through an exploration of the significance of the 5 elements and the 5 senses and how to sooth and stimulate them to improve your sense of well-being. No previous understanding of Yoga and/or Ayurveda is necessary to get the full benefits of these techniques. $35
This class is at the Yoga Place in Bennington, VT
Sense Care is Self Care (Greenwich)
Do you feel like having time for self care is impossible to find? What if a few simple and sweet additions to your daily routine counted as self care? Ayurveda says that spending a little time attending to both soothing and stimulating our 5 senses you can feel more grounded and clear headed and cared for.
In this 2 hour workshop, I will guide you through an exploration of the significance of the 5 elements and the 5 senses and how to sooth and stimulate them to improve your sense of well-being. No previous understanding of Yoga and/or Ayurveda is necessary to get the full benefits of these techniques. $35
This class is at Live Oaks Wellness in Greenwich, NY
Online Seasonal Lunch Series: Spring
Part 4 Springtime is wet and cool. It’s time to spice things up to get out of winter hibernation.
Ayurveda and Yoga
Upgrade your yoga toolbox by including concepts from Ayurveda. You will build a personal practice using your Ayurvedic constitution and condition as a guide for what poses will be more effective for your type. In this 2 hour workshop, you will determine what your needs are based on your Ayurvedic body type. Zaidee will share a few basic asana sequences that are designed for specific issues and then offer some additional poses and breathing techniques that are even more specific to your needs. You will leave with a sequence or two that can help you get the most from your home practice. This class will be mostly learning and creating but there will be some movement so dress in your usual workout/yoga clothing. $25
This class is at the Yoga Place in Bennington, VT
Ayurveda and Yoga (Greenwich)
Upgrade your yoga toolbox by including concepts from Ayurveda. You will build a personal practice using your Ayurvedic constitution and condition as a guide for what poses will be more effective for your type. In this 2 hour workshop, you will determine what your needs are based on your Ayurvedic body type. Zaidee will share a few basic asana sequences that are designed for specific issues and then offer some additional poses and breathing techniques that are even more specific to your needs. You will leave with a sequence or two that can help you get the most from your home practice. This class will be mostly learning and creating but there will be some movement so dress in your usual workout/yoga clothing. $25
This class is at the Yoga Place in Bennington, VT
Ayurveda: an ancient practice to sooth the modern human
Known as the sister science to Yoga, Ayurveda is starting to show up more and more in modern day health and wellness spaces. Because being a modern human can be so hard on our system we are finding ourselves more and more attracted to self soothing behavior that is having significant and negative impacts on our health. Ayurveda uses nature as a guide to help us find balance and stability in a world that moves fast and changes all the time. In this 2 hour workshop Zaidee will teach you about Ayurveda, share some of the key practices and concepts that make Ayurveda so easy to incorporate, as well as help you navigate some of the popular content that is sprouting up in the social media sphere. Bring a pen and paper to take down some notes. $25
This class is at the Yoga Place in Bennington, VT
Ayurveda Practices for Winter
Learn about how certain practices and foods can help you feel better able to withstand the effects of winter. These are easy to incorporate and often feel a little indulgent. Online $15 or free with membership
Online Seasonal Lunch Series: Winter
Part 3 Hardy lunches are for cold winter days.
I’ll send out the recipes when you register. $25 (Free for members of the Livin’ Yoga Club)
October Restorative Series with Betty
Yoga Nidra
One of the most restorative practices in yoga can be relaxing into a Yoga Nidra. An hour of Yogic Sleep is said to be equivalent to 3-4 hours of regular sleep without actually losing awareness. This would include at least 1 full sleep cycle which involves going down through the 5 stages of sleep to the deepest level of healing sleep and back up again. During sleep, our bodies ‘power down’ to allow for energy storage, self-repair and brain maintenance essential to health. Our brains especially need quality deep sleep to adapt neural pathways in response to learning and new experience. This Nidra will include the usual sequential elements crafted to allow time, space and reason to become more and more fluid. Finally a story or two may speak to you on a symbolic or subconscious level before you return to full wakefulness. So come enjoy a relaxing journey through the body and beyond with Betty Longo. Wear cozy or comfortable clothing.
1 for $35,
2 for $65
3 for $90
4 for $100
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October Restorative Series with Zaidee
Move to Restore
It is well known that exercise is beneficial for healthy brain function. Different types of exercise addresses different areas or brain function. An essay- 10 Neurological Benefits of Exercise written by Catherine Moore published in Positive Psychology in 2019- says that exercise improves memory, cognitive functioning, concentration and mental health and reduces stress, anxiety, depression and brain fog. In this hour and a half long class you will move through the various kinds of exercise- strengthening, cardio, stretching and resting to target as many aspects of your nervous system as possible in one session.
1 for $35
2 for $65
3 for $90
4 for $100
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October Restorative Series with George
Yin Yoga with a Thai Flare
In Yin poses are held for longer periods of time- around 3-5 minutes each- to create a tension in connective tissues that results in a deep, beneficial stretch. This also creates tension in the conversation between your body and your mind with the observance of Change. Props can be used to create various degrees of tension appropriate for the practitioner.
Restorative Yoga practice on the other hand, I view as minimizing tension in most, if not all areas of the Yogi's body, with as complete support as possible , necessitating prop usage. My Restorative version also includes a musical background, and hands on Yoga assists, acquired during my study of a month of Thai Yoga at the Triple Gem School,
formerly of North Adams MA. Quotes are read from wisdom teachers of various sources :Taoist, Buddhist, Advaita, Indigenous Peoples, Christian tradition and Poets. Asanas can range from 10-15 minutes.
1 for $35,
2 for $65
3 for $90
4 for $100
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October Restorative Series with Carol
Restore your nervous system and build up reserves for future stressors: A session of everything healthy for our nervous system
We will center our minds and bodies starting with nadi shodana (alternate nostril breathing) and a practice to come inward. We will do an asana practice filled with yoga poses proven to reduce stress and recalibrate the nervous system into a more relaxed state. Legs up the wall with lovely supports, and a restorative pose, will wrap up our time together. You will leave with a list of yoga poses known to reduce anxiety and restore our nervous system.
1 for $35,
2 for $65
3 for $90
4 for $100
Book here. Scroll to date to register
Online Seasonal Lunch Series: Fall
Part 2 of the seasonal lunch series. Join me online to make a lunch perfect for cool Fall days. I’ll share what Ayurveda says about eating in the Fall while we all cook from the comfort of our own kitchen. A shopping list and recipes will be emailed a week before the event to give you time to shop.
$25 when you register by September 1st. $30 when you register after.
Sound Bath and Integration with Jess Frey
I am so excited to offer this wonderful experience to you.
Sound Bath and Integration
Slow down.
Rest.
Receive.
Allow.
Experience the healing power of sound on July 14th at 2pm at 70 Main Street in Greenwich, New York with Jess Frey, Kripalu Yoga Teacher. Jess will take you on a journey of self reflection through the healing vibration of sound using singing bowls and chimes. There will be time for integration through journaling and conversation at the end. Wear comfortable clothing. All props needed will be provided.
Jess Frey (She/Her), is a 1,000-hour Kripalu Yoga educator and embodiment teacher, 500-hour Kripalu Ayurvedic Yoga Teacher, and Ayurvedic Bodyworker. She works with private clients, leads sound healing sessions, teaches group yoga, pranayama, and meditation classes, and facilitates retreats at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health. She also teaches in the Kripalu School of Yoga and Ayurveda (KSYA).
Leading from a place of authenticity, presence, curiosity, and heart; my approach stems from self-inquiry-based somatic exploration and learning; focusing in trauma, post traumatic growth, addiction, body based presence, and the quest of the true Self. I blend the art and science of yoga with the self-care and lifestyle approach of Ayurveda. I believe this combination offers a pathway to connection, embodiment, truth, and transformation.
Seasonal Lunch Series: Summer
This is the first in my new Seasonal Lunch Series. In this 2 hours we will make a lunch suitable for hot summer days. Ayurveda says we should eat less food when the weather is hot. The dishes we will prepare are light and tasty. Not only will you make and eat a meal, you will learn all about the pitta dosha and what Ayurveda says about keeping your cool in the summer. $45 includes cost of food and samples to take home.
Conquer Your Cravings
Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring. When you make a meal with all the 6 tastes (6 tastes according to Ayurveda), or flavors you will feel satisfied and nourished so you won't feel the need to eat too much and snack throughout the day. Join me for an experiential workshop to learn the 6 tastes, and how to apply them to an actual meal. You will get a chance to investigate the different tastes and play with spices. I will provide a basic kitchari dish so you can play with the spices to other additions to get a feel for the many ways you can eat healthy and feel satisfied. February 25th 11-1pm Cost includes materials and food: $45
How To Get Healthy Habits to Stick
Discover the simpler way to get healthier without spending tons of time, money and energy.
Have you tried a million times to start a new healthy habit only to forget all about it a week later?
Does reading about complicated health hacks online get you so overwhelmed you quit before you even start?
Do images of perfectly fit yogis meditating on some distant and very expensive island make you think healthy living is just for rich people?
The health and wellness world can be so overwhelming. There’s always some new pill, some secret trick, some special retreat that promises to change your life in record time. With all the complicated diets and extreme fitness plans you see online, it’s amazing you even give it a try at all.
The good news is, most people just need three simple strategies to feel remarkably better, brighter and more confident about their future. Just THREE. And none of them require weird food, extreme plans or expensive potions.
Come learn how you can gain a fresh perspective and build a healthier lifestyle without breaking the bank, disrupting your life, or feeling like you’re not doing it right.
This presentation is free.
You can register here.
Sense Care is Self Care
Ayruveda tells us that taking care of our five senses through cleansing and nourishing methods we become more “sattvic”. Sattva is a state of mind that allows us to feel at ease and able to navigate life with grace. These techniques are simple and nourishing and don’t require a lot of extra “stuff”. Everyone can adjust and fine tune these methods to suit your own unique blueprint. These new little healthy habits are simple and pleasant so they easily fit into your daily routine.
$20 Register Here
Guest Teaching
Come to Eddy Plow Works at 25 Eddy Street, Greenwich, NY and join me and a few other amazing practitioners for a series of health and wellness classes along Fly Creek! These classes are designed to help you improve your physical and mental well-being, and are perfect for anyone looking to live a healthier, more connected, lifestyle. Learn more about the offerings available and you can register here.
Guest Teaching
Come to Eddy Plow Works at 25 Eddy Street, Greenwich, NY and join me and a few other amazing practitioners for a series of health and wellness classes along Fly Creek! These classes are designed to help you improve your physical and mental well-being, and are perfect for anyone looking to live a healthier, more connected, lifestyle. Learn more about the offerings available and you can register here.
How To Get Healthy Habits to Stick
Discover the simpler way to get healthier without spending tons of time, money and energy.
Have you tried a million times to start a new healthy habit only to forget all about it a week later?
Does reading about complicated health hacks online get you so overwhelmed you quit before you even start?
Do images of perfectly fit yogis meditating on some distant and very expensive island make you think healthy living is just for rich people?
The health and wellness world can be so overwhelming. There’s always some new pill, some secret trick, some special retreat that promises to change your life in record time. With all the complicated diets and extreme fitness plans you see online, it’s amazing you even give it a try at all.
The good news is, most people just need three simple strategies to feel remarkably better, brighter and more confident about their future. Just THREE. And none of them require weird food, extreme plans or expensive potions.
Come learn how you can gain a fresh perspective and build a healthier lifestyle without breaking the bank, disrupting your life, or feeling like you’re not doing it right.
This presentation is free.
You can register here.
Guest Teaching
Come to Eddy Plow Works at 25 Eddy Street, Greenwich, NY and join me and a few other amazing practitioners for a series of health and wellness classes along Fly Creek! These classes are designed to help you improve your physical and mental well-being, and are perfect for anyone looking to live a healthier, more connected, lifestyle. Learn more about the offerings available and you can register here.
Guest Teaching
Come to Eddy Plow Works at 25 Eddy Street, Greenwich, NY and join me and a few other amazing practitioners for a series of health and wellness classes along Fly Creek! These classes are designed to help you improve your physical and mental well-being, and are perfect for anyone looking to live a healthier, more connected, lifestyle. Learn more about the offerings available and you can register here.
Sense Care is Self Care
Ayruveda tells us that taking care of our five senses through cleansing and nourishing methods we become more “sattvic”. Sattva is a state of mind that allows us to feel at ease and able to navigate life with grace. These techniques are simple and nourishing and don’t require a lot of extra “stuff”. Everyone can adjust and fine tune these methods to suit your own unique blueprint.