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Upcoming Events

THURSDAY, JULY 31

7:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. Yoga Teachers Unplug with Meditation. Learn a meditation to reduce traffic stress, enjoy snacks, and gather in community with other yoga teachers. Free. RSVP here. Unplug Meditation. 12401 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

Yoga and the Healing Sciences Teacher Training. This training introduces students to a variety of approaches to yoga rather than focusing on just one style. It will cover various spiritual traditions as well as the practical aspects of the business of yoga. $3,290. Loyola Marymount University.

Heart Medicine. August 1 – 3. Saul David Raye will use kirtan, dance, and teachings to equip students with the knowledge to help them find love and courage amidst challenging circumstances. $225 weekend/ $45 individual session. You and the Mat. 23811 Aliso Creek Rd, Laguna Niguel.

Vibration Transformation. August 1 – 3. A lifestyle program for big-hearted teachers, leaders and visionaries who are on the planet to make a positive contribution. In this training you will make a clear plan of action to embody and manifest your Vision. $350. Santa Barbara Yoga Center. 32 E. Micheltorena St., Santa Barbara.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2

Qi Revolution. August 2 – 5. No previous Qi Gong experience is required for this all-levels training in advanced breathing techniques, Qi Gong healing, reflexology, and food-based healing. $149. Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles.

4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. It’s Not You It’s Your Hormones. Are you feeling overwhelmed, moody, stressed out, sleep deprived and never in the mood? Learn how to balance your mood, increase your energy levels and sleep better without a prescription from your doctor. $20 early bird/$25 same day. The Green Yogi. 3504 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach.

7:00 P.M. Yoga Trance Dance. As created by Shiva Rea, led by Ariana Bates.  Meditation, ecstatic dance, prana flow yoga, and a sound bath savasana.  Please dress comfortable, no yoga mat needed. $15 pre-registration/$20 day-of. Stella Luna Yoga. 9191 Valley View St., Cypress.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

9:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. Naam Yoga’s Beach Yoga. Every Sunday until September 21 enjoy free yoga classes taught by experienced Naam Yoga LA instructors. All levels, dogs welcome. Palisades Park. Idaho and Ocean Ave., Santa Monica.

10:45 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Lift Off. Designed with the beginner in mind, this thirty day introduction to meditation course launches your journey to better health and greater  peace. Students will learn to be more present and find a deep connection with self. Sundays July 13 – Aug. 3. Evoke Yoga. 7th and Spring in DTLA.

2:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Ecstatic Dance LA. Experience this soul invigorating free-form dance event. Live DJ sets, yoga, massage, sound healing, RAW food and of course, dance, all celebrated in an electric and uplifting atmosphere. Liberal Arts Centre. 2244 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles.

2:00 P.M. Free Hot Yoga Barre Class. This free class will be taught by our Yoga Barre Graduates. A dynamic fusion of yoga, body sculpting, barre work, and non-impact cardio that will get you long and lean. Free. Email or call 310-866-5280 with questions. Hot 8 Yoga. 1422 2nd St., Santa Monica.

9:00 A.M. Yoga Rocks the Park. A blissful blend of the outdoors, yoga, and commUNITY, Yoga Rocks the Park makes it’s Los Angeles debut this summer.  Join us for live music, kids yoga, food and vendors in the cities most beloved parks. $15. Griffith Park. 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles.

MONDAY, AUGUST 4

Yoga Therapist Professional Training 300/500-hour Certification for RYT200’s. August 4 – 31. Integrated Health Yoga Therapy (IHYT) is a leader in the field of therapeutic yoga. With an international faculty of diverse professionals, IHYT brings the best of health care and yoga together. Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage/Yoga. 300-342 Water St. Vancouver, BC.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9

Kids Yoga Elective. August 9 – 17. 50-Hour Intensive Elective Teacher Training. Mukti Yoga School at The Green Yogi. 3504 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach.

9:00 A.M. Cancer Exercise Specialist Workshop Teacher Training. August 9 – 10. The Cancer Exercise Training Institute provides the only yoga-based rehabilitative exercise protocol that includes 25 types of cancer. $399. Sun Salute Yoga Studio. 24582 Del Prado #G., Dana Point.

10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. A Day with Eric Small, Senior Iyengar Teacher. Join the delightful Eric Small for his yearly visit to Yoga Jones to incorporate more fully Mr. Iyengar’s contribution to the world of Hatha Yoga. $85. Yoga Jones. 105 S. Oak St., Ventura.

1:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M. Bhakti Shakti Healing and Wellness Expo. Experience 20 minute mini sessions of Astrology and Numerology, Ayurveda, Resonance Re-patterning, Sai Shakti Healing, and Reflexology with Sarah Garney, Neil Martin, Kailas, Lisa Florine and Bill Wicks. Bhakti Yoga Shala. 207, Arizona Ave., Santa Monica.

6:00 P.M. The Path of Joy. Satsang, spiritual discourses, kirtan, meditation, question and answers session with Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, President of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh. Free and open to all. Healing in America, 107 W. Aliso St., Ojai.

6:30 P.M. Rebelution at OC Fair. Since forming in 2004, California-based Rebelution has become a front-runner for grassroots, independent and tour-driven music groups. Scroll down for a chance to win free tickets. Pacific Amphitheatre, Costa Mesa.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10

9:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. Naam Yoga’s Beach Yoga. Every Sunday until September 21 enjoy free yoga classes taught by experienced Naam Yoga LA instructors. All levels, dogs welcome. Palisades Park. Idaho and Ocean Ave., Santa Monica.

6:30 P.M. Rebelution at OC Fair. Since forming in 2004, California-based Rebelution has become a front-runner for grassroots, independent and tour-driven music groups. Scroll down for a chance to win free tickets. Pacific Amphitheatre, Costa Mesa.

On The Horizon

August 16. Mantra Mela Festival. This daylong devotional yoga festival honors tradition with lectures on yogic philosophy, Ayurveda, and the connection between vegetarianism and spirituality, yet also invites participants to explore AcroYoga, slacklining, and innovative vegan food and clothing vendors. Govind Das, Srikalogy, and Kirtaniyas will provide a live soundtrack of kirtan. Long Beach, California.

August 22 – 24. Big Bear Yoga Festival. Yoga and live music outside, in nature, and under the sun and moon. YMCA Camp Oakes at 47400 Monte Vista Drive, Big Bear. Use LoveLAYogaOnline2014 for online ticket purchases and get 10% OFF your attendance tickets. (Does not include accommodation tickets.)

August 28 – 31. Santa Fe Yoga Festival. The festival will combine music, yoga, and entertainment with fresh mountain air in an event to celebrate a sense of active vitality and light-hearted energy. Beryl Bender Birch, Mario Sandoval, Shiva Rea, and Mark Whitwell are a few of the teachers attending.

September 4 – 7 Bhakti Fest West. Four days of yoga, non-stop kirtan, world music, workshops, healthy living and much more. Master yoga teachers Dharma Mittra, Shiva Rea, Saul David Raye, Tim Miller, Sara Ivanhoe, and more will be leading heart opening yoga classes. Four day Bhakti Fest West tickets are available at a discounted rate of $300. Receive an additional $50 off by entering promo code ‘layoga’.

Prana Vinyasa Flow to Benefit The Share Necessities

Join Shiva Rea, Arjuna O’Neal, and the Bhakti Drum Circle for a transformative Sadhana and live drumming class.

100% of your donations support School Necessities Backpack Drive for local homeless kids in the LA Unified School District in partnership with Share Necessities and Yoga Energy Activism.

The Share Necessities is a grassroots organization that creates and executes programs to assist and mentor youth in need, preparing them to be successful in life and avoid the path of homelessness in their adulthood.

Find out more and donate now. Different levels of donations include yoga class plus other great gifts.

Saturday, August 16, 12:30 P.M. – 2:30 P.M. at Exhale Venice. 245 Main St., Venice.

Early Bird Special for Larry Payne’s Yoga and Health Vacation

Larry Payne, Ph.D. is an internationally prominent teacher, author and workshop leader on Yoga and back care who has helped thousands of chronic back sufferers and high stress professionals.

Join Larry Payne and friends in Kauai September 12 – 19, 2014 at this special rate available until August 12th. Watch video about the vacation.

Participants in this exclusive retreat will get to take part in:

• PRIME OF LIFE YOGA™ classes twice a day with Larry Payne Ph.D.

• Meals prepared by World Class Ayurvedic Chef Amit Heri

• Excursions to Kauai’s finest beaches

• Dress-up night at the exquisite St. Regis Hotel

• A private tour of the Kauai Hindu Temple

• Authentic Hawaiian entertainment at our site

• Exceptional guest speakers

Lodging at the primary site is limited to 25 occupants, on a first-come basis.

REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 12TH FOR $500 OFF

For more details or to register, call us at (310) 306-8845 or email

Starry Night 2014: The 3rd Annual UPLIFT Yoga Bash

Join distinguished yogis including Jaysea DeVoe, Anthony Chavez, and Lacey Calvert (pictured here by Robert Sturman wearing Beyond Yoga) for an evening of yoga dance flow under the stars presented by Beyond Yoga and Uplift Teen Yoga.

Event highlights include custom body art, a special musical performance by East Forest, giveaways from Beyond Yoga, healthy bites from Whole Foods, a special acro yoga performance by Acrovision, luxe yoga swag bags, and an OM circle with all 700 yogi guests after the yoga practice.

Ticket prices start at $64. All proceeds from this event will benefit the non-profit organization, Keep Friendship Alive, and UPLIFT Teen Yoga, benefitting teens at the Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach. Find our more and get yourtickets. Use promo code LAYOGA fo 10% off your ticket.

Friday, September 19th, 2014 6:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M., Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa.

New LA Yoga App On Your Phone and Tablet

We are very excited announce the LA Yoga app is now available for Apple and Android devices. The app is a free download and each issue is only $.99 or the entire year for $9.99.

Some benefits you will enjoy with your new state of the art LA Yoga app include:

• Higher resolution for crisper and brighter images

• Easier zoom in and zoom

• Clip small parts of any image and send them to your friends by text, email or social media sharing

• Use Stream to see what others are clipping and sharing

• Receive inspiration push notifications and updates between issues

Find Bliss, sister publication to LA Yoga, is also available as an app with FREE downloads of issues.

Get your LA Yoga app now.

This Week’s Giveaway: Tickets to Rebelution at OC Fair

Since forming in 2004, California-based Rebelution has become a front-runner for grassroots, independent and tour-driven music groups. With their inspiring and engaging music, Rebelution has earned top spots in the Billboard and iTunes charts.

Alternative/reggae group Iration brings a fusion of reggae, rock and pop with smooth original sounds, and The Green offers reggae and roots music with a cool Hawaiian vibe

You can win tickets to see Rebelution, Iration, and The Green play at OC Fair’s Summer Concert Series at Pacific AmphitheatreAugust 9th OR 10th at 6:30 P.M.

To win, email us and let us know why you’d like to attend the OC Fair’s Summer Concert Series.

Animals in Need: Meet Dizzle

Big Boy Dizzle weighs about 80 lbs. and is approximately 3-years old. He is a Staffordshire terrier Mix who was born deaf (as many white dogs and cats are-it’s a genetic mutation that sometimes accompanies the white coloring) and had a rough start in life, but we are so lucky to have him and he is a sweetheart.

He gets spooked by bikes and skateboards, and we are working on that with him, but he loves most other dogs, loves people, and is a giant cuddle bug. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped and ready for a foster home or permanent home with the right person.

Please contact info@muchlove.org if you are interested in meeting Dizzle or any of our adoptable dogs and cats.

Much Love Animal Rescue exists to rescue abused, neglected, and homeless animals from the streets and shelters of Los Angeles and place them in loving homes. Much Love is a 100% non-profit organization run entirely by dedicated volunteers who offer their time and resources to house, train, transport and care for these animals. Since its inception in 1999, Much Love has placed over 3,000 animals into loving homes.

Film Review: Yoga Maya

Yoga Maya is a 75-minute documentary film on the practice of yoga in the western world. It addresses some of the misconceptions of yoga in the West.

The documentary explores how yoga is taught, practiced, and marketed in America. It has two primary objectives: To clarify four misconceptions of yoga in America, and to encourage the yoga community how to expand their practice beyond asana and embrace all other limbs of yoga.

Yoga Maya features interviews with 12 senior yoga teachers in California: Jai Uttal, Annie Carpenter, Mark Whitwell, Tej Khalsa, Swami Sri Atmananda, Tracee Stanley, Felicia Marie Tomasko, Daniel Stewart, Chris Chapple, Lorin Roche, Arun Deva, Julie Carmen.

Watch Trailer

Read the full review by De Jur on LAYOGA.COM

Recipe: Dill Rice with Carrots

By: Aparna Khanolkar

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil or ghee

1 cup white basmati rice

1 tsp salt

½ tsp pepper

2 cups water

½ tsp turmeric

1 tsp cumin powder

1 large bunch dill

1 medium carrot thinly sliced

For full preparation directions, visit FINDBLISS.COM

Bhakti Fest West September 4 – 7

It’s that time again to consider immersing yourself in the singular Bhakti Fest experience.  The  6th annual Bhakti Fest West Yoga and Music Festival takes place in Joshua Tree, CA from September 4-7, 2014.

Master yoga teachers Dharma Mittra, Shiva Rea, Saul David Raye, Tim Miller, Sara Ivanhoe, and more will be leading heart opening yoga classes! Four days of yoga, non-stop kirtan, world music, workshops, healthy living and much more.

Four day Bhakti Fest West tickets are available at a discounted rate of $300. Receive an additional $50 off by entering promo code ‘layoga’. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Bhakti Fest.

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