14 W. Main Street, Middletown, Maryland 21769 aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaA July 11 , 2020
Empowering you to create greater health & well-being through Yoga!
Welcoming you home!

Mountain Spirit Yoga opened its doors last week after 4 months of being closed! It was such a delight to see students come back through those doors and take their places for practice. Although socially distanced, that intervening space couldn't dim the light of connection between us as we shared experiences of the past months apart. My heart swelled with each returning student, and class by class a sense emerged of reweaving the threads of the studio back together into whole cloth. I eagerly await each one of you to return when you are ready, until we are completely whole once more.

Holding you in infinite light and love,
Carla
(image is a heart chakra mandala - symbol of wholeness and connection at the heart level)

Show your Love of Yoga and MSY
Sunday is the last day to order new t-shirts!

Celebrate the MSY Yoga Community and help us make our goal!T-shirts are available in women's and unisex styling in 3 different colors, plus a luscious hoodie for cool summer nights. Just click on the aqua t-shirt to see the selections and order your shirt or hoodie today!

Order Now! This is a fundraiser for MSY through Custom Ink and is only available for the next 2 days! We need just 3 more orders to reach our goal - can you help?

Shop the MSY page on the Custom Ink website, choosing the design and size* you want from our choices. Then simply pay online and check to either have your purchase mailed directly to you (for a small additional fee), or pick it up at the studio for free. Easy-peasy!

Note:
*be sure to check out their real person sizing guide - very cool and helpful!
*V neck shirt (aqua) is 100% ring-spun cotton and is a looser fit - more true to size
*Unisex t-shirts (blue, pink) are cotton/poly blend and run a little small
*Sweatshirt is generously cut
*No Returns
Sunflower field
Summertime! Yoga Time!
 Registration is NOW OPEN !!
July Session - July 6 - August 2 (4 weeks)
ALL Classes are 60 minutes

Week 2 Schedule - July 13-19
Monday
9:30-10:30AM - Moderate - Audra - in-studio
5:00-6:00PM - Moderate Plus! (vigorous options) - Carla - in-studio
Anytime - Chair Yoga - Audra - video

Wednesday
8:00-9:00AM - Gentle/Moderate - Audra - at the park
9:30-10:30AM - Moderate - Carla - in-studio
11:30-12:30PM - Chair Yoga - Carla - in-studio
Anytime - Moderate - Carla - video

Thursday
9:30-10:30AM - Gentle - Audra - in-studio
5:45-6:45PM - Moderate - Carla - in-studio
Anytime - Gentle - Audra - video

Friday
8:00-9:00AM - Gentle/Moderate - Carla - at the park
Anytime - Strength & Balance - Mary - video
Active seniors doing healthy stretching in a rehabilitation fitness course in summer
Practice Your Way!
In the Studio
In July we are offering 6 classes at 4 levels (see the schedule below)
  • gentle, moderate, moderate plus! (vigorous options), chair yoga
All classes are held in the Garden Studio, which comfortably holds 6 students.
Please bring your own props (see description below).

At the Park - Perfect for the early morning nature lover!
Wednesday and Friday mornings Only 10 spots! $10 per class
Held at Memorial Park in Middletown - just a few blocks from the studio.
  • come 10-15 minutes early to check in and set up
  • bring a mat, beach towel, water, hat, and sunglasses

Online - Videos still coming your way for home practice!
With the addition of park and in-studio classes, we now offer four video classes each week:
  • gentle, moderate, chair yoga, and strength & balance
Some weeks you might just find a surprise Friday Surprise! class!
Your in-studio experience has changed - New Guidelines

MSY follows all restrictions and guidelines set by the state of Maryland and the CDC for your safety. While in the studio, please
  • wear a mask (during practice is optional)
  • wash your hands or sanitize often
  • maintain social distance

All Classes last 60 minutes to limit time together and ensure enough time for cleaning afterward
  • please bring your own mat, water bottle (filled), and other props you like to use (beach towel instead of a blanket, peanut or tennis balls, straps);
  • Most studio props are not available at this time. MSY has limited amounts of mats, mat bags, blocks, peanuts and therapy balls for sale.
Fees and Registration Nuts & Bolts
Flexibility in the midst of change!
MSY is tweaking its registration system to offer you the greatest amount of flexibility and offer you three ways to practice with us.

Classes
  • All classes are 60 minutes long, whether they are in the studio, at the park, or videos.
  • Due to limited class sizes and numbers of classes this summer, there are NO drop-ins or make-ups allowed.
  • Everyone must register for each class in advance. The schedule will be posted online each Saturday for registration for the following week.
  • If you have a pre-existing 3, 5, or 10 class pass from before March, you must now pre-register for classes instead of dropping in, but they are already paid for by your pass.

Fees - Pay in advance online or by check
I n Studio - ALL Classes are pay per class (except pre-closure 3, 5, and 10 class passes)
  • Yoga and Strength & Balance classes: $16 per class
  • Senior classes $10 per class

At the Park - pay per class
  • Yoga classes: $10 per class

Video - pay by Class Pass or per class
  • Yoga and Strength & Balance classes: $16 per class
  • Senior classes: $10 per class

Video Class Passes - Passes are ONLY for Video Use (except yearly unlimited pass holders)
  • July 5 Video Pass - $75
  • July Senior 5 Video Pass - $45
  • July 10 Video Pass - $125 (this replaces the Unlimited Monthly Pass)
  • Yearly Unlimited Class Pass - you are good to go for video and in-studio classes!

How to Register - Please note changes!
Everyone registers each week for park classes and videos. NEW this week - you can now register for in-studio classes through the end of July.
  • Weekly schedules will be available on the registration system on Saturday morning by 8AM for the upcoming week - this includes in-studio, at the park and video classes
  • Register for the class or classes of your choice - in-studio, park, or video
  • Please register ASAP for Monday classes, so we know who is coming!
  • You must register at least 2 hours before an in-studio or park class
  • Cancellation - if you must cancel for an unforeseen reason, please give us 24 hours notice to offer your place in the class to another student. You fee will remain as a credit in your account. This is especially important since there are only 6 places in each class.

This system keeps all of us on our toes each week, but allows you to come to classes according to your schedule and preferences!
Breathe * BE Present * Radiate Love!
Come experience why Mountain Spirit Yoga has been a Top Finalist for Best Yoga Studio in Frederick County for the past 5 years!

Classes, workshops, Private Yoga Therapy to serve the needs of all our students through Yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi.