Do I need to cleanse to get rid of toxins in the body?

Why & When to Cleanse?

Those who have never completed a cleanse will often ask "why do I need to cleanse"; "doesn't my body take care of this on its own"? The answer is yes and no.Each day, between the food we eat, the air we breathe, and even the water we drink we ingest pollutants and toxins. These toxins can accumulate in the blood and internal organs such as the colon, kidneys, lungs, and liver resulting in a toxic body.

By detoxing, we take stress off the organs while eliminating old, toxic debris and residue from our tissues. We do this by eating nutrient-dense, live foods and by consuming herbal supplements that gently help facilitate deep cleansing of the tissues and organs while supporting and nourishing the body during the process.Aside from the physical benefits, we also gain positive affects to the emotional and mental state, bringing on a happy, peaceful feeling. As you cleanse the body you may begin to flush out old, unprocessed, negative emotions and memories helping you to feel more spiritually fit.

There are many times of the year when it is beneficial to the body to cleanse. For example, right after the holidays to remove excess sugar and flour that may have been consumed and to help shed excess weight that may have been gained during that period. It is generally believed that cleansing once per season is a great way to stay in harmony with nature. The new moon is also a great time to start anything new. Combining the start of a cleanse with the grounding, supportive energy of the new moon can help to remove food cravings and assist one to begin a new change in dietary and lifestyle habits.

Join us Monday - Friday, June 14th - 25th @ 6:15 am every day for 2 weeks of yoga with an optional cleanse. Challenge yourself...improve your health and well being. Throughout these two weeks you'll be encouraged to attend a daily yoga class, eat well (nutritional guidance will be provided), and meditate (instruction and support will be provided).

Get up early and start each day with an hour long yoga class designed to ease your soul, calm your mind, and help to detoxify your body. If you choose, you may do a week-long cleanse as part of the session (additional fee applies).

Classes are held Mon-Friday (june 14-25) 10 classes total.

Cost: Classes ONLY: $69 for all 10 classes! (if you are already on an unlimited membership there is no additional cost to attend the classes)

Classes PLUS Cleanse: $99 (price includes supplements) You will be able to attend all 10 classes over the 2 week period, plus receive detox instruction and supplements.

Cost of cleanse only for students with unlimited memberships is $35

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How To practive Kirtan Kriya

Kirtan Kriya is a meditation chant exercise originating from Kundalini Yoga. Kirtan Kriya involves chanting and using finger poses (mudras). This simple exercise reduces stress levels, increases circulation in the brain, promotes focus and clarity, and stimulates mind-body-spirit connection.

Difficulty: Easy

Frequency: 12 minutes once a day

Step-by-Step:

Sit on a cushion, block or blanket in an upright position on the floor or in a straight backed chair. You may also rest against a wall. Rest your hands on your knees with palms facing upwards.

Chant the syllables Sa, Ta, Na, Ma - lengthen the ending of each sound as you repeat them, ...aaaaaaaaah.

Touch your index finger tip to the tip of your thumb as you chant Sa.

Touch your middle finger tip to the tip of your thumb as you chant Ta.

Touch your ring finger tip to the tip of your thumb as you chant Na.

Touch your pinky tip to the tip of your thumb as you chant Ma.

Do the finger movements as shown in steps 3-6 as you chant in the following sequence:

Chant out loud for 2 minutes

Chant in a whisper for 2 minutes
Chant in silence for 4 mintues
Chant in a whisper for 2 minute
Chant out loud for 2 minutes


Sanskrit chanting sounds translate to:
Sa - birth
Ta - life
Na - death
Ma - rebirth

Make this meditation a daily routine. It is most beneficial to repeat this chant at the same time each day.

Home Practice for Connecting to your Core

This core strengthening practice will help provide a sense of strength and self-confidence.
Begin by putting on some uplifting and energetic music.

1. Begin in Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) with Feet close together. Incorporating Ujjayi Breath (ocean sound in back of throat). Hold for 10 breaths.
2. Inhale as you shift yourself forward into plank. Hold for 20 breaths.
3. Press back to Downward Dog, then flow forward to Plank. Repeat 10 times
4. Hop to the front of your mat, fold forward into Standing Forward Bend. Hold for 5 breaths, then reverse swan dive up to Tadasana (mountain pose)
5. Move into Eagle Pose by wrapping your right thigh over your left and hook the toes around your lower leg. Place the left arm over the right and touch plams together (eagle arms). Stay upright and bend the supporting knee, lift elbows up and move hands away from the face. Hold for 10 breaths, then repeat on the other side.
6. Squat down, sit on your mat, moving into Boat Pose with knees bent or straight and hold for 5 breaths. Bend one knee in towards the body, extending the opposite knee. Switch to the opposite site. Repeat 10 times total working the core. Then lie on your back.
7. Come into Revolved Abdomen Pose by walking the feet in with knees bent and pointing towards the ceiling. Spread the arms wide in a T turning the palms facing down. Drop the knees to the right side, and turn the head to the left taking care to keep the shoulders locked to the floor. Hold for 20 breaths, repeat on the other side.
8. Now interlace the fingers behind the head and bend both knees bringing the feet off the floor. Exhale as you extend the right leg out (not touching floor) draw the left knee in and touch it with the right elbow. Inhale, release and change sides. Do this 8 times on each side. Then pull both knees into the chest and take a few breaths.
9. Bridge Pose - bend knees and press hips upwards into bridge. Exhale and roll down one vertebra at a time. Repeat 10 times.
10. Move into reclining pigeon pose on the right side by placing both feet on the floor, knees bent. Place the right ankle on the left knee and draw the right thigh towards you. Hold for 10 breaths and change sides.
11. Stretch the legs out. Inhale and press forearms and elbows down, lifting the chest into Fish Pose. Resting on the crown of the head, hold for 10 breaths.
12. Pull the knees into the chest moving into Happy Baby for 10 breaths.
13. Extend arms and legs for 3 deep breaths, relaxing into Savasana for 5-10 minutes.