YOGA CARNIVAL!!!

What a fun, delightful evening we had here at The Jade Apple!

We kicked off the holidays with a Yoga Carnival here on December 11th and had a blast. From reiki, facials, massage & tarot readings to belly dancing, acro yoga and live music...the Apple was jumping!

And then there was the absolutely incredible LISIMA - A live Gypsy band - making melodies & fun out back.

For those of you who joined us, and for those who missed it, I'll walk you through the carnival.

The red fabric banners welcomed you into the studio, which was transformed into a beautiful holiday delight thanks to my dad (wonderful designer & drapery man). It was spectacular to see the colors and billowing beauty that flowed throughout our space...both inside and out!

After entering, you had many choices. Signing up for one of the special treatments; reiki, massage, facials & tarot. We had truly extraordinary people providing the services and they were all, in a word, YUMMY.

And then into the studio, with a makeshift stage area that featured a myriad of performances. Jennelah performed a Middle Eastern number (that's ME, using my belly dance name), Gigi & Chelsey gave us wonderful Acro-Yoga demonstrations, Sakuntula performed a stunning classical Indian dance & Danny and Nathan WOW'ed us with their partner yoga skills and cool tricks!

Onto the outdoor patio, it was time for food and libations. Sunpower Cafe provided delectible raw vegan treats for us. Chelsey baked vegan brownies that were simply outta this world and several of our students brought dishes that were wonderful! Warm pear cider and a little vino heated our insides and our lovely Lara donated drinks on behalf of Farmscape.

And then the band started to play. Funky, unique & really lively! Everyone was enjoying the music...and some were dancing. We had a couple of amazing ladies perform with the band, including my gorgeous friend Akasha Starr - belly dancer & yoga teacher.

All in all, it was a magical evening. I was thrilled by how much fun everyone had. If you weren't able to make it, I hope to do something this amazing again.

Yoga Carnival...yeah!!!

Jenn

FALL in to YOGA!

Fall is here....or is it?

I ordered tea the other day, but soon realized that no one is really interested in a warm, cozy cup of tea when it's 98 degrees outside!!!

It's been a beautiful few weeks here at the studio. With all the new students we have coming in these days, the energy feels refreshed and exciting. Every time a student completes their very first yoga class, I love to see their wonderful glow and feel their inspired sense of self.

Oh....and did I mention that apples are back again?

I took a trip to Oak Glen (in Riverside county...an amazing day trip!) and picked apples! Small, green & bursting with flavor. It's the perfect post-practice treat.

Come on by and grab one today. And let's all enjoy this wonderful warm Autumn!

In Kindness,

Jenn

The Fun Never Ends at Lululemon in Glendale!

We have had so much fun at Lululemon Athletica this month.....from Partner Poses to Office Yoga to Yoga for Weight Loss & Handstands Galore!

Last weekend, Chelsey & Jenn had some fun demonstrating quick & simple ways to stretch & center yourself when you are sitting at a desk all day. Danny showed customers & the adorable Lululemon ladies how to change your life, one handstand at a time!

The fun continues this weekend : Saturday WendyO will be on hand from 1-3pm to demonstrate Strong Yoga 4Women, which helps women through fertility, menopause, hormonal & all things related to the wonderful world of being female!

On Sunday, Marti Jo teaches a 9:30am Flow class on the lawn at the Americana....for FREE! Come on down and support her.

Then Karen Byers will be in the store, setting people up in yummy Restorative Yoga poses....and discussing the numerous benefits to this kind of relaxation!

It's ALL fun and games with The Jade Apple, as we finish off National Yoga Month with Lululemon!

Xx

National Yoga Month!!!

Yoga month is here! So many wonderful things are brewing at The Jade Apple to celebrate an entire month devoted to yoga.

Our teachers and students have created a list of 108 Reasons to do Yoga. This list is funny, uplifting, beautiful and inspiring! Each day, I'm posting different reasons on Twitter and Facebook and I really love reading each one.

We are starting our month long Lululemon activities! The Jade Apple is STUDIO of the MONTH and we're doing our best to fill it with free classes, exciting in-store demos and lots of LOVE for Lulu!!!

Try to check back in to the blog throughout the month. I promise to make every effort possible to update it frequently.

Love & Yoga to you!

Yoga to Make the Clouds Disappear!

It's a gloomy June morning here in NoHo. Feels like a "marine layer", but we're not so close to the ocean.

Overcast and grey days make our moods sullen and quiet. But it's summer and we all tend to have an energy buzzing within us!

An invigorating, opening yoga class will burn off that grey and make your inner body bright!!!

I'm sitting at my desk, doing paperwork and updating web stuff. Want I really want to do is go in the studio and get a little flow going, so I can make my grey day disappear.

Join me, won't you?

:)

Jenn

My Dad's challenge

My dear dad, whom most of you have had the pleasure to meet, has created a fun challenge and is getting others to do it with him!

He's committed to take every single class at The Jade Apple. That means bellydancing, too!

I am hoping to get him to blog about his experience as he goes along. It will be fun to hear about the progrees.

If you want to take on this challenge with him, send me an email. He's excited to get people to join him on his summer quest.

jenn@jadeappleyoga.com

Happy Summer Day!

Days go by so quickly!

All the teachers have been saluting the sun so much the past few days since the solstice, that the energy in the studio is buzzing!

It's so interesting to see our students change their normal yoga times as school gets out and the summer heat builds. People we normally see coming at 4:30 and 6:30 are now here early in the morning.

Changing up your yoga 'habits' can be extremely beneficial to your overall practice. If you get a chance, try a teacher you haven't had before or a time of day you've never practiced. See how your body feels, how your mind reacts and if your spirit finds freedom!

:)