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June Updates & News
Featured in this issue: Summer Wellness Specials • NEW Exciting Workshops & NEW Trainings Including Yoga Therapy * Healthy Recipes
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🌼 Summer Wellness Specials...until June 10th!
Purchase 20 yoga/pilates mat classes for only $190 saving $90!
- this package is good for 4 months from date of purchase
Purchase 5 Private Sessions with any of our trainers and get 1 FREE!
- 1/2 system credit can be used for this offer
- this special must be purchase at the studio or by phone
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Thank you for Voting!
Essence has been voted the winner of Best Yoga Studio in The Toledo Blade Reader's Choice Awards!
This is the 3rd year in a row that essence has been voted #1! Thank you! Namaste
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It's the little things that make all the difference.
The beautiful creature in this picture proves exactly that. It is the small, soft, quiet, little things that are done consistently that keep all stable and continuing. The power in the small things is often times not measurable with the equipment and knowledge we have to this point. Even the first suspected particles - quanta - continually vibrating and traveling with light that eventually created our entire universe can still not be seen. In the teachings of Taoism, this is what is known as "downward-causation".
In our work and commitment to our wellness care, it is the same. The small, consistent things that we do on a daily. regular basis are what builds and sustains all...or lack of doing so does not. I teach my yoga trainees and remind them often that our ancestors did not make it all so complicated. They just did the same practices daily and consistent (like brushing teeth) and found amazing benefits for their health. Keep it simple yet consistent.
Stop changing all so dramatically. This program...that program...this diet...that diet...stop. In functional medicine and holistic medicine, we look at each person as a bio-individual. Once we test and see exactly what is causing the imbalances, then we can set up a maintenance plan to sustain homeostasis and will be able to sense when even the smallest shifts come to address them long before major disease. The small shifts cannot be felt when there is so much inflammation, dysbiosis, disease, and many compensatory patterns. And, each of us have a unique formula that has lead us into these states and will require our own, unique formula to get us out. Stop guessing. Let's get the imbalances resolved so that we can go back to keeping it simple, consistent, and steady with the ability to sense the small, powerful sensations and shifts that keep all in motion and alive.
Join me for my workshop on the 6th from home and learn some not-so-commonly-taught ways to bring balance and awareness to of functioning.
In love and light,
Namaste 🙏🏻
Diana
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Upcoming Workshops • Learning • Experiences | |
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Has anyone ever told you that your mouth and its movements (like chewing) and alignment affects your core functioning? Or, that your eye movements dictate spine movement? Or how about that your tongue is connected to your feet? In this workshop, Diana will highlight things she has been teaching for many years and bring much more together while helping those that come improve their movements and function through the fascia system and much more.
CEC's available for Yoga Alliance, IAYT, Pilates Method Alliance PMA and ACE. Others can be petitioned.
See all of Diana's background here:
www.dianaspiess.com
Cost: $30 per person
Sign up online or by calling the studio 419-873-646
** Date and time change since first posting. All will be on Zoom.
Sign up online here or by calling the studio 419-873-6463
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Zen at the Zoo
This summer we have 3 opportunities for yoga at the Zoo!
June 1st, July 20th, & August 3rd at 8am
We will be practicing in new areas that have never been used for yoga and have some behind-the-scenes educational opportunities, too! Areas for the classes: The retile house (that's Diana teaching in there and all LOVED it!), in the Tembo Trail (the new baby elephant!!), and in the future watch for sessions in the Arctic building (the polar bear twins!) and the giraffe deck!
Register for Zen at the Zoo
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NOW BOOKING
Fall Silent Retreat | |
**Spaces are filling fast for this one! May 5th is the final day to register for our spring retreat.
Fall 2024: Sept 27-29
Check in 4-5pm Thursday
Check out 3:30pm Sunday
Lial Renewal Center in Whitehouse, Ohio
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Book time for yourself to renew, restore, relax, and energetically cleanse in so many ways!
Silent retreats provide space for participants to experience the powerful impact of having an extended time and space to restore. Past participants are so amazed at the power of this retreat and many have attended more than one! The foods are wholesome and delicious (vegan/gluten-free), the grounds are stunning and so calming, and the guided meditations and practices will restore and relax you. Diana shares many techniques for finding balance, and her private energy sessions are powerful for those that choose to add them on.
Private Room with own private bathroom:
$650 (includes both nights, all 6 meals, and all that the retreat has to offer) ** If you'd like to come 1 or 2 days only, each day is $250. 3 meals per day, all activities/classes included, private room, and the option for private sessions with Diana. Please call in to sign up and specify which night(s) you'd like. Spaces are limited for his option.
* Yoga classes for all levels including beginners
* Guided meditations
* Multiple Sound Therapy Sessions
* Reiki
* Gluten Free & Vegan Meals Made Fresh
* Crystal Biomats
* NIR Red Light Therapy
New for 2024:
* Sound Bed Sessions
* Decompressions Sessions
* Hypnosis Sessions
...and MUCH More!
Call the studio to sign up!
419-873-6463
Email Diana with more questions:
Diana@essencembs.com
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Definition of Yoga Therapy
Yoga therapy is the professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being within a therapeutic relationship that includes personalized assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals or small groups.
Contact Diana asap if interested diana@essencembs.com.This program has an application process. To apply for this program and to receive more details, please submit your interest to Diana Spiess at diana@essencembs.com
Yoga Therapy Hours 1st Half 2024
- January 27th 1-3:30 (studio)
- February 15th 5:30-8:30 (Zoom)
- March 2nd 10am-3pm (studio)
- March 28th 5:30-8:30pm (Zoom)
- April 13th 11-3pm (studio)
- April 25th 5:30-8:30pm (Zoom)
- May 9th-12th (Silent Retreat Weekend Hours to be assigned)
- June 15th 10am-2pm (studio)
- June 25th 5:30-8pm (Zoom)
Course layout includes:
- Live training hours both in-studio and online
- Self-paced course work on Teachable
- Books to be read and reported on
- I-AYT requires a minimum of 2 years of study
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NEW for 2024!
'Essence of Yoga'
Yoga Therapist Training School
Diana has been working toward this for over 8 years! and here it is!
This course is for those who have completed a 200hr Yoga Teacher Program and aspire to become a Certified Yoga Therapist. Diana has been a certified yoga therapist for almost a decade and the school is now an I-AYT member school. This course will begin in January 2024 and is a 2-year program minimum. The course is open to 8 students and 4 spots are filled already.
Some Topics Covered Include:
- Yoga for Autoimmune Diseases
- Yoga for Children of All Ages
- Pre and Post Natal Yoga
- Yoga for Anxiety and Depression
- Yoga for Orthopedic Needs
- Detailed Use of Yoga Props
- Yoga for the Aging Population
- Yoga to Resolve Trauma Effects
- Yoga for Neurological Conditions (Parkinson's, M.S., Lupus, Schizophrenia) etc)
- Yoga for Mental Health Conditions
- Detailed Training in Pranayama (breathing practices)
- Meditation and Yoga Nidra
- Yogic Philosophy and Lifestyle
- Detailed Anatomy and Postural Assessments
- Detailed Breakdown on Nutrition and Functional Medicine
- Detailed Study and Practice on Communication Techniques
- Observation and Clinical Hours with Diana
- ...much more!
Upon completing this course, each student will have, along with their Yoga Therapist Certification, also acquired a certification in:
- Children's Yoga (Yoga Alliance)
- Prenatal Yoga (Yoga Alliance)
- Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher Level 1 & 2 ('essence of yoga' and can be petitioned for CEC's in numerous organizations
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LISTEN TO THE LATEST EPISODE!
Motivational Moments: Tournament Time
Join Diana Spiess for this powerful podcast about how we are way too often living in what she calls "tournament time" and trying to learn new skills during this time for self-care...this does not work. She gives wonderful analogies and helps the listeners gather very useful information to help pave the way for more balanced health and more ease in managing the "tournament times" in our lives.
Listen to episodes at:
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Catch up on previous episodes!
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Yoga and Pilates Trainings | |
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TRAINING PROGRAM REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 out of 5
Review by Lori Smith on May 12, 2023
300hr YTT Training Program held Dec. 1, 2020– Dec. 31, 2022
"Diana Spiess leads an in-depth teacher training program, which challenges students to learn and put into practice those lessons. The flexibility regarding timing to complete the program is helpful, and Diana will work with students as needed. The weekend classes, anatomy intensives, Yoga Enthusiast Practice classes, and other specialty classes are fabulous options, allowing students to explore a variety of areas that can be developed further, if interested. I was challenged personally and professionally, which ultimately helped me become a better teacher. I’m also grateful for the opportunity to meet other teachers and develop friendships that will last well beyond the teacher training program! Diana models healthy living, and I respect that she lives her yoga on and off the mat. In my humble opinion, the depth and breadth of Diana’s overall knowledge is second to none and I am fortunate to consider her a mentor as I continue additional trainings at Essence."
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The Pilates Essential/Beginner Reformer and Cadillac, Chair, and Barrels Courses are also available with the Matwork!
The "essence of Pilates" Teacher Training is now fully accredited with the ITTAP!
See details below!
Sign up here and see details!
NEW Live Essential and Intermediate Matwork Dates:
2024 Dates:
June 8th 10am-3pm
June 18th 5:30-8:30pm
July 7th 1:30-3:30pm
Many folks do these trainings to go on to teach others and many do them to enhance their knowledge and practice.
These trainings can be used for CEC's for ACE, Yoga Alliance, C-IAYT, and petitioned for many others
Contact Diana for details and questions or to get registered: diana@essencembs.com
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Trauma-Sensitive Teacher Training Level 1
2024 dates coming soon!
Trauma-Sensitive Teacher Training Level 2
2024 dates coming soon!
Cost: $650 (pricing plans available)
Contact Diana for details, to sign up and for questions: diana@essencembs.com
These trainings can be used for CEC's for ACE, Yoga Alliance, C-IAYT, and petitioned for many others
Learn more on the 'essence of yoga' classroom site!
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Congratulations to the newest graduates of the 200hr YTT program!
YTT 200 Started this January!
Contact Diana with any questions and details to get started! email Diana
2024 200HR YTT Dates
- Jan. 19-21st
- Feb. 16-18th
- March 22-24th
- April 19-21st
- May 24-26th
- June Sunday 23rd
- (independent work to be done)
- July Sunday 21st
- (independent work to be done)
- August 23-25th
- Sept. 14th-17th (Graduation Weekend)
Thursdays 5:30-9
* (Graduation weekend only)
Fridays 5:30-9
Saturdays 11am-6:30pm
Sundays 10am-5pm
See more of the Lead Instructor's background here: www.dianaspiess.com
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'essence of healing'
* new class forming now! Contact Diana for more information and to sign up.
Folks have been waiting for Diana to offer this course for some time! She has launched the first class and is taking sign-ups now for new class starting May 2024!
see more here
Dates for new course stating April 2024:
Tuesday, April 23rd 6:30-8:00pm ((ON ZOOM))
Sunday May 5th 1-3:30pm ((IN STUDIO))
Tuesday, May 21st ((ON ZOOM))
Sunday, June 2nd 10am-3pm ((IN STUDIO))
Thursday June 13th 6-8pm ((ON ZOOM))
Sunday, June 30th 10-3pm ((IN STUDIO))
Sunday, July 14th 10-3pm ((IN STUDIO))
- the history and science behind sound and vibration on our health, meditation, the brain waves
- sound therapy with numerous instruments for private sessions and groups
- crystals and how their vibration effects us with crystal layouts for healing and balancing energy
- aromatherapy and its effects on the body for healing
- How to include all of these modalities for healing in private and group sessions
- ...much more!
***Important to note: If you would like to do this course and certify with Diana, you will need to complete the Trauma Sensitive Course Level 1 with Diana and Soma Energetics Phase 1 with Diana in addition to this course work.
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email Diana to sign up diana@essencembs.com
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Tumeric Roasted Cauliflower
(Vegan + GF)
Let the cauliflower be the feature in this amazing dish.
Click to get the recipe.
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Vegan Raspberry Cheesecake
(Vegan + GF)
This ultimate comfort food has been brightened up for spring with the addition of leeks.
Click to get the recipe.
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Join Us Online for Great Classes on Zoom! | |
Important Zoom Class Reminders:
- For those participating via zoom, you must be visible on camera. We can not allow participants coming on with us without a camera option going forward for safety reasons.
- Be signed up at least 2 hours before the class begins
- Zoom link will be sent about 1 hour before class begins to your email
- Be signed in 15 minutes before class
- Ask all in your home to be off the internet for best reception for Zoom classes
- You will be on mute during Zoom classes and can send a chat message to the instructor if needed.
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For yoga classes, please leave savasana at the beginning or stay on the entire time to avoid being disruptive to the class.
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Here are links to products that Diana uses daily!
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Reminder! Keep your Valuables Safe.
Please consider keeping valuables and things you do not need in your trunk or at home when coming to the studio. Due to space and safety concerns, we cannot have extra belongings in the rooms while classes are going on. Although we take pride in our amazing community and studio, Essence is not responsible for lost or stolen items, and we are hoping to help you prevent any issues while also keeping the studio safe and spacious for everyone.
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Studio Policies
No recordings, photos, or copying of classes, workshops, or private sessions without written permission from the owner. Please leave all cellular devices on silent/off and in your bag during sessions/classes.
In order to make the space comfortable for everyone, please refrain from wearing colognes or perfumes to class.
Thank you! Namaste!
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Standard Reception Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30-11:30am • Mon-Thurs 4:30-7:30pm • Sat 7:45am-11:30am
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