Special Announcement
 

The only thing constant in life, is that everything changes.   Change  brings newness, growth, evolution, and the opportunity to stay present in the truth of each moment.

It is from this place, that I announce the transition of the Salinas studio - from Seaside Yoga Sanctuary, into a new studio ran under Lucy Favaloro, effective Jan 1, 2017.
(**Please note, that this change is only for the Salinas location as our Seaside and Pacific Grove studios will remain the same.**)
 
This decision did not come easy and is one that I spent a great amount of time in thought, meditation, and reflection. Our community is very important to me and equally, the level of service that I and the studios are able to provide.  When we brought the Salinas location into our family of yoga, it was at a time where I was 100% confident of my ability to step in as a leader to nurture the sustainability and longevity of our sanctuaries.  
Since this time, unexpected and significant changes in my personal life, has brought me into a deep space of reflection. And I am understanding the necessity of opening up to where life seems to be directing me.

Committed deeply to this practice, being in service, and standing in my own truth - it became clear to me this was a necessary shift.   To remain a leader and serve this community well, I must live my yoga, for I cannot practice and teach it any other way. Remaining in this truth and openness with all of you, is how my heart can express the magnitude of love I hold.

It has been such a great honor to serve this community and I am humbled to be one of the many threads that have woven us together.   While there are parts of me that are sad to be stepping back, I am also FULL of JOY that yoga will continue in Salinas under Lucy's guidance.

Lucy, if you haven't met her yet, is full of energy, enthusiasm and LOVE for this practice and community.  I couldn't think of any better hands to leave you and the greater community with.  She is a wonderful teacher, but also has the experience of running a yoga studio, as she ran her own in Florida.  She has so many great ideas for this community and is honored to be of service.
 
Please know that Lucy and I are eager to support each other, and so with that, there will be collaboration from time to time between the studios, as we both endeavor to support the richness of community growth.  This relationship has me greatly excited as I know our vision together will be even greater!
 
So like any other chapter in our life, while you may mourn for the close of this chapter, I hope that you can also find excitement and eagerness to begin the new.
My heart is FULL knowing that our communities will continue to thrive and that we can all be beacons of light, shining light wherever we are.
 
You are more than welcome to email me with any questions, concerns, or feedback. While Lucy and I are working closely together to ensure a seamless transition, she is better able to address specific questions regarding the Salinas location and anything you need to know for next year.
You can reach Lucy at luciafavaloro@gmail.com

All SYS passes are valid in all locations through Dec 31st, after that SYS passes will only be accepted in Seaside and Pacific Grove.
With a humble and grateful heart, I thank you for your continued support. 


With love and light,
Laura McKinnon