awaken | yoga ~ reiki ~ wellness | waitsfield, vt

Awaken: New Location & New Offerings

2010-03-31T11:52:00.003-04:00

Dear Friends of Awaken,

Many of you may be hearing about and sensing "The Shift in Human Consciousness" taking place on the planet. As Owen Waters, the author of The Shift, states "The Shift is the spiritual and creative awakening of humanity....It means following your heart to express your inner joy through making your own meaningful contribution towards betterment of the world."

This past fall and winter have brought many profound awakenings and changes to me. These experiences have guided me to make a "shift" in the way in which I share my energy with others. I have decided to let go of the studio space in Waitsfield and bring Awaken to Warren beginning May 1st. I have a very cozy and peaceful studio on my property where I will be offering private & semi-private yoga instruction and restorative yoga/reiki sessions. I will also continue to offer private reiki sessions and instruction. This transformation of Awaken will be reflected on the website when the move occurs. All sessions will be by appointment. I live very close to the Four Corners at East Warren Rd/Roxbury Gap/Airport Rd. I can fit up to three people comfortably (2 or 3 people would be semi-private). If friends want to schedule a class or an ongoing class this would be possible. Hopefully this will make yoga classes available to people who have a difficult time coming to studio scheduled classes. The classes may also be tailored to your individual needs and requests. I am hoping to work with people who are interested in guidance developing personal practice. This will be offered as "Intuitive Yoga".

Rates at my new location will be as follows: Private Yoga: $24, Semi Private Yoga: $12 per person, Private Restorative Yoga & Reiki: $48, Semi Private Restorative Yoga & Reiki: $24 per person. All Yoga sessions are one and a quarter hour. Private Reiki Session: $45 per hour. Usui or Karuna® Reiki Instruction: $126 per level on instruction.

Awaken students who have 5 or 10 class cards with classes left may choose to either use the classes towards my new offerings or may request a refund for the value left on the card. We will not be selling anymore class cards.

There is a chance that someone may wish to take over the studio and classes would continue. Please spread the word and feel free to contact me if you are interested or know of someone who might be. As you know, it is a very inviting space to practice! Also, lots of props will be for sale at great prices. It is always nice to have a few available at home. I will email any information regarding where Awaken instructors will be offering classes.

I would like to thank from the depths of my soul - Lucy D'Aponte, Edgar & Laura Mesquita, Mela Brady, Cathe Neuberger, Nancy Spencer and, of course, Donna Boyle for coming into my life. I am so lucky to spend time with these Shining Beings! It has been my honor and joy to share yoga and friendship with all of you at Awaken. I am listening to my heart and I am excited to make this "Shift". I am grateful for the opportunity to have received the gift of love and wisdom from the beautiful people who come to Awaken. Thank you for your support. I wish you much joy as you follow your heart on your own Life Journey. Breathe and Listen. peace,

Mary Ellen

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2010-01-26T16:17:00.007-05:00

Thursday, April 29th 6:30 -8:00 pm

at Valley Yoga & Movement

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

In this workshop Nancy Spencer will assist you into comfortable yoga postures using blankets and bolsters to support every part of your body. She will guide you to bring a gentle attention to your breath as you drift into stillness.Mary Ellen Alberti will offer Reiki healing. Thoughts will quiet and tension will soften as Life Force Energy is directed into the body deepening relaxation and aiding in the release of any holding of negative energy.

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.comor by phone: 802-496-7526.

Saturday Morning Open Practice 10:30 - 11:30 am

2009-12-20T20:30:00.004-05:00

Enjoy the supportive energy at Awaken as you devote time to deepen your own personal practice. Props and music provided. Lucy will arrive at 10:20 am to open the studio, focus on her practice and close at 11:30 am. Open to all.

New Saturday Morning Class!

2009-12-20T20:09:00.002-05:00

Swasthya Yoga taught by Laura Mesquita

saturday, 8:30 - 10 am

Swasthya (self-sufficient) and Svatantrya (free will) Yoga are the primary philosophies of this class. Exploration of openness and flexibility towards life. Focus on developing the strength needed to become successful and grow as a human being. Class includes breath work and postures (body purification and energy flow), healing sound, hand mudras, gratitude and guided relaxation. Open to all levels.

New Beginner Yoga Series!

2009-12-20T19:59:00.002-05:00

taught by Cathe Neuberger beginning 1/7/10

10 week session, thursday, 6 - 7:30 pm

$15 drop-in or $120 for 10 week session. Awaken students may use class cards.

Stretch, strengthen, relax, renew! Learn the basics of hatha yoga through investigation of gentle postures and breath work within the framework of weekly themes.

No prior experience necessary.

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2009-11-04T16:51:00.010-05:00

Sunday, January 10th & January 24th 9:00 - 10:30 am

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.com or by phone: 802-496-7526.

Freedom Yoga with Edgar Mesquita

2009-10-21T15:22:00.006-04:00

open to all levels

Monday and Wednesday 6 - 7:30 pm.

Come and have fun while exploring your Being - Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit!

We will work with all the ancient Yoga techniques:

cleansing, meditation,deepening the postures, breath work, and more -

to experience a complete yoga practice.

A practice complemented with explanations to understand how Yoga works.

Come with an Open Mind and a Smile :)

For more information on Edgar please visit our Instructor Page.

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

2009-09-01T17:14:00.012-04:00

Monday, October 19th 6 - 7:30 pm

Sunday, October 25th 9:30 - 11 am

Join us and invite your body, mind and spirit to relax and renew!

In this workshop Nancy Spencer will assist you into comfortable yoga postures using blankets and bolsters to support every part of your body. She will guide you to bring a gentle attention to your breath as you drift into stillness. Mary Ellen Alberti will offer Reiki healing. Thoughts will quiet and tension will soften as Life Force Energy is directed into the body deepening relaxation and aiding in the release of any holding of negative energy.

Fee for each workshop is $25.

Please pre-register to guarantee a place in the workshop by emailing: maryellen@awakenvt.com or by phone: 802-496-7526.

Outdoor Yoga and Brunch at Hostel Tevere

2009-08-10T17:16:00.002-04:00

Breathe in the Universe and move with the mountains! Join us for meditation, breath work, yoga postures and relaxation. Afterwards, enjoy a fresh, healthy, delicious summer brunch in the Hostel Tevere restaurant.

8:30 - 9:45 am Yoga (in case of rain, yoga will be held at Awaken Studio in Waitsfield)

10:00 am Brunch served on deck at Hostel Tevere.

Sunday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 30th. $20 includes yoga and brunch.

Directions to Hostel Tevere - hosteltevere.com

Directions to Awaken Yoga - awakenvt.com

Couples Massage Workshop

2009-08-02T22:01:00.006-04:00

with Jessica Tompkins

Come with partner, friend or family member!

Date to be announced. 3 hour workshop.

Fee: $65 per couple Call: 802-793-1116

Restorative Yoga & Reiki Workshop

2009-07-30T07:23:00.001-04:00

with Nancy Spencer & Mary Ellen Alberti

Thursday, August 6th 10 -11:30 am

$20 pre-register at maryellen@awakenvt.com

Belly Dancing with Hannah Rudy

2009-07-20T13:36:00.003-04:00

Cool & Relaxing Intro to Belly Dancing.

Discover or rediscover the beauty of these movements.

6:30 - 7:30 pm Fee: $12

7/22, 7/27, 8/5, 8/19, 8/24, 8/31

10 week session will begin in Sept.

Dick Eisele & Jess Tompkins Discussion on

2009-06-26T18:59:00.003-04:00

"The Shift In Consciousness"

July 6th, July 20th, Aug 3rd & Aug 17th at 6:30 pm

Please come with questions & ideas! No Fee.

Call 802-793-1116 to reserve seat.

Mitchel Bleier Yoga Workshops at Warren Town Hall

2009-06-21T17:33:00.003-04:00

Fri, Aug 7th 6-8pm

Sat, Aug 8th 10am -12 pm, 3-5pm

Sun, Aug 9th 10am -12pm

$35/2hr class - $120 full weekend

preregister at maryellen@awakenvt.com

Awaken T Shirts For Sale!

2009-04-30T14:28:00.001-04:00

Each shirt is unique: designed and hand printed by Mary Ellen.

Have fun searching for the one that makes you smile!

Kripalu Yoga with Cameron

2009-04-30T14:27:00.000-04:00

Wednesday 8 - 9:30 am & Thursdays 6:30 - 8 pm

Yoga Instructor Practice

2009-04-30T14:24:00.002-04:00

Sunday 9 - 11 am $5

July 12th & August 16th

Open to all instructors. Sign up to lead a class or just come and enjoy other instructors yoga experience.

Yoga for Strength and Serenity

2009-01-24T12:25:00.005-05:00

Thursday 8:30 - 9:45 am

with Mary Ellen

meditation, pranayama, asana, restorative, shivasana, namaste!

Prenatal Yoga Class

2008-09-12T11:18:00.004-04:00

Tuesdays 6 - 7:30 pm with Mary Ellen

Eckhart Tolle Silent Group

2008-09-12T10:26:00.007-04:00

Sunday May 3 1 - 3 pm No Fee

"Bringing Stillness Into Everyday Life"