Pilates Workshop w/ Tina Tricomi
Sunday June 2nd 1-3PM
What is Pilates?…
Please join us as we explore Pilates through the teachings of Joseph Pilates. Tina will guide us through some of the classical Pilates exercises and concepts; explaining the exercises in a little more detail for a better understanding for all those curious or looking to improve their current practice.In Pilates, we attempt to lengthen the body, mindfully, with complete control in every single movement! Breath is very important too, just as it is in Yoga. Pilates is all about strengthening the core and that stretch we all need!! Those who practice consistently on a regular basis, report much improved posture, flexibility and balance. Joseph Pilates was very passionate about this and gave homework- he insisted on 10-15 minutes daily!The first home-training manual for Pilates Mat exercises was published in 1945 and written by Joe Pilates himself. The Return to Life through Contrology, this was one of several books. He actually called this “his method”! He developed his method for boxers, not dancers, like many believe! (reserve your mat on our rates page)
Intro-to-Yoga Series in June w/ Maryalice
Thursday Nights 5:45-7PM
In this four-week yoga session taught by Maryalice our Wednesday morning instructor, you will become familiar with basic yoga postures, breathing technique, proper alignment and modifications. Be prepared to increase your flexibility and balance as you strengthen and tone your body. By the end of the series you will have the knowledge to attend any of the Roots’ class offerings. (reserve your mat on our rates page)
Intro-to-Yoga Workshop w/ Ginger
Sunday June 9th 1-3PM
Please join Ginger for this beginners workshop. She will break down the basics of our traditional yoga poses and cover how to avoid common pit-falls like wrist strain, lower back issues, and in-flexibility that some students experience. A strong grounding practice with proper breath technique, an understanding of how to set a firm foundation, and following the principles of alignment is essential to the success of the new yogi. (reserve your mat on our rates page)
Live Music Class Series w/ Ginger & Rocco
Wednesday Nights in June 7:15PM
Rocco DeRosa is a Burlington native and full time musician. He began singing at the age of 3 and has performed his original material throughout the US and Canada for the last 15 years. He began studying voice full time with Mark Baxter, teacher of Steve Tyler, Gary Charone, John Rezdnick among others, and has been fortunate enough to share the stage with Gary Charone (Extreme), Sponge, Live, OK GO, Smile Empty Soul, Stained, Dropkick Murphy’s and many, many more!
His most recent original release is with Boston based band, The Naked Stills, as been critically acclaimed. ”There is an earnest soulfulness in DeRosa’s empowered vocal reach. He coats the melodic phrase and rhythmic underpinnings beneath him with muscular coos and sustains that give a sense that something huge is going on.” (Bill Copland Music News) You can find him performing with a plethora of world class musicians throughout the US. And can find out more about his current project at www.thenakedstills.com ($15 class no pass cards)
Yin Yoga Workshop w/ Greg McGowen
Sunday June 23rd 3:30-5PM
A Yin practice benefits the body by freeing up the tight connective tissue capsules that form around the muscles and joints. As the body ages this tightening increases, creating limited mobility. This is not just due to aging but to the lack of addressing the tissues that are responsible for maintaining the agility of joints. When people say yoga keeps you young, they are referring to the suppleness of the joints and whole body due to the stimulating stretches of the practice. Yin Yoga aims to work on this directly with the long holds of the asanas in this practice.
Greg has studied under many renowned yoga leaders – Shiva Rea, Anna Forrest, Natasha Rizopolous, and Dominic Corgigliano to name a few. He is certified in Yin by the great Josh Sumner. Join Greg for this amazing, all levels, workshop while he guides us with his vast knowledge, calm demeanor, and fabulous manner. This workshop will also provide a time of inner reflection, meditation, and peace. (reserve your mat on our rates page)
