Conscious Cook: Gazpacho

Although the dog days of summer are winding down and coming to a close, the sultry heat is still lingering – especially during mid-day. It can be a bit unforgiving at times, but luckily for us there are tons of tricks that can help us during these intense heat waves. Ayurvedically speaking, when things get […]

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August Kunga Theme: Back To School! The ABC’s of Yoga as Service

Back To School! The ABC’s of Yoga as Service. As yoga practitioners in the west, we learn much about asana, the spine, the benefits of the physical practice to our cardiovascular, respiratory, & nervous systems. As we work to learn, integrate and share the benefits of our practice off the mat, from a spiritual heart […]

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10 Reasons to Incorporate Sun Salutations in Your Routine Everyday

Even if you don’t have time for a full hour yoga practice a day, incorporating a 20 minute practice of Sun Salutations in the morning is a great way to get the body moving and the mind connected before beginning your day.  Consistency is key!  Practicing 20 minutes a day is more beneficial than practicing […]

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Conscious Cook: Parsley + Mint Pesto

Putting a fresh spin on traditional basil pesto, our funky rendition is both simple to make and the brightest addition to any summer meal. It’s light enough to throw on just about anything (salads, veggie noodles, pasta…etc.) – but also incredibly satisfying to the tongue. Throwing a dinner party? Whip this up in a pinch […]

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Saucha: Happy sweating!

Have you ever been to a yoga class, been deep into the zone only to be brought out by the smell of something rancid? Your first thought is, “What is that smell?”. Your second thought is, “Is it me?”. Your third is based on fear, “Please don’t let that be me” or perhaps denial “the […]

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Yoga Resources: Meditation

Meditation, or dhyana, is the process of quieting the mind and drawing inward. The ultimate goal of meditation is to connect to our true nature, which is described as peace, happiness or bliss. But finding this state of quiet and calm definitely is a practice – the mind has a mind of its own and […]

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July Kunga Theme: 10 Minutes of Pranayama

Wilmington Yoga Center’s Kunga theme of the month is 10 Minutes of Pranayama! Controlling the power of the breath is the technique of “pranayama.” ”Prana” is the Sanskrit word for life force. This is the energy that exists everywhere and is manifested in each of us through the breath, but prana isn’t exactly the same […]

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AcroYoga Mini Workshop with Mercedes Saulsbury, RYT200 – July 2016

Solar dynamic postures & transitions, and lunar therapeutic flight Benefits of this program: community building body awareness building self-confidence establishing rust AcroYoga is a physical practice that blends yoga, acrobatics, and Thai massage. It is practiced in pairs or groups of three in a safe, loving and supportive environment. AcroYoga is all about creating community […]

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Pose of the Week: Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend

Wide-Legged Seated Forward or Upavistha Konasana is a seated yoga posture that deeply stretches the inner groin and spine, while calming the mind. It is often practiced toward the end of a yoga class, when the body is warm, to prepare the body for even deeper forward folds. Begin by sitting in Dandasana (staff pose) […]

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30 for $30? Yes please!

Did you say 30 days of unlimited, incredible yoga with awesome, talented teachers at Wilmington’s premier yoga studio for $30? Yes! Please! The Wilmington Yoga Center is a true community “center” of yoga, open to people of all ages, shapes, sizes, and abilities that wish to deepen their understanding of yoga and healthy lifestyle practices. […]

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