Morning Glory Yoga Studios

Due to overwhelming popularity.......

2012-02-09T09:38:00.004-06:00

A new Introduction to Yoga Foundation course will begin in March! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the many health benefits of yoga while gaining a foundation upon which to build a practice. The course is appropriate for those new to yoga as well as those who wish to refresh and fine-tune their understanding of the practice. Yoga builds strength and flexibility while also aiding students to better deal with stress and to relax. Students will learn basic yoga postures, proper alignment and breath work, and be introduced to basic meditation techniques.
This class is suitable for students of various ages although it is geared towards adults; no children under sixteen please. The class is also suitable for people of various fitness levels. Poses will be modified to meet individual needs. Students should wear comfortable, moveable clothes and will remove their shoes during the class. A yoga mat is recommended but not required.
The course, which runs from March 6 – March 29, will take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 -8 pm at the Morning Glory Yoga Studios in downtown Nacogdoches. Kimberly Kennamer, nationally certified yoga instructor, will teach. The cost is $85. Please call (936) 715 – 9909 for information and to register.

Schedule Change. Friday

2012-02-01T17:00:00.004-06:00

The 6am Hatha that meets on Monday mornings will be moved to Tuesday mornings as of 02.14.2012. Mark your calendars!

Hello 2012!

2011-12-21T13:05:00.002-06:00

Kimberly will teach a special All-Level class on New Year's Day! Class begins at 2pm. Let's begin 2012 with great intentions! See you on the mat!

Schedule Change. Friday, Beginner Yoga Cancelled.

2011-12-01T14:32:00.002-06:00

Dear Students,

With much thought, I have decided to cancel the FRIDAY, 10:30am Beginner class. In this class, we have observed a drop in attendance over the past several month leading us to believe that this time on Friday may not be ideal for most. With the end of the year drawing nearer, time for reflection and schedule revision is here.

All other classes are well attended and growing! We are putting our heads together to determine optimal times for future classes that may be introduced. Thank you for being a part of our growing yoga community! See you at the studio! Namaste.

2011-12-01T14:29:00.000-06:00

November News Letter!

2011-12-01T14:27:00.000-06:00

September Newsletter!!

2011-09-06T22:04:00.002-05:00

August Newsletter is here!!

2011-08-07T21:40:00.002-05:00

July Newsletter!

2011-07-07T09:26:00.002-05:00

Popular Beginner Yoga Class Returns in July

2011-07-07T09:15:00.000-05:00

Month-Long Foundation Course to be Held at Morning Glory Yoga Studios

Morning Glory Yoga Studios is offering a second Introduction to Yoga course beginning July 19. This class is a wonderful opportunity for those new to yoga as well as those who wish to refresh and fine-tune their understanding of the practice. Yoga builds strength and flexibility while also aiding students to better deal with stress and to relax. Students will learn basic yoga postures, proper alignment and breath work, and be introduced to basic meditation techniques.

This class is suitable for students of various ages and fitness levels; poses will be modified to meet individual needs. Students should wear comfortable, moveable clothes and will remove their shoes during the class. A yoga mat is recommended but not required. The course, which runs from July 19 until Aug. 16, will take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 – 8:15 pm at the Morning Glory Yoga Studios in downtown Nacogdoches. Kimberly Kennamer, nationally certified yoga instructor, will teach. The cost is $75. Call (936) 715 - 9909 for information or to register.

June Newsletter

2011-06-16T12:08:00.000-05:00

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May Newsletter!

2011-05-18T08:20:00.000-05:00

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April Newsletter!

2011-04-25T12:03:00.000-05:00

Click to enlarge and, as always - enjoy! See you on the mat!

March Newsletter!

2011-03-15T10:37:00.000-05:00

Click to enlarge, and read to enjoy! :)

February Newsletter

2011-02-10T14:10:00.000-06:00

Pour yourself a cup of hot tea and stay warm while reading the latest issue of the newsletter. It's cold out there!

Class update

2011-02-09T16:48:00.002-06:00

Due to weather, the 7:15am class will be cancelled in the morning. At this time, all other classes are scheduled to be held.

5:30 class cancelled, 02.03.2011

2011-02-03T15:28:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone, I am going to err on the side of caution and cancel class tonight. I am not concerned that we are going to get snowed in, but it seems that much of the town is closing early and I do not want to feel responsible for luring you out in potentially hazardous weather conditions. I hope you understand. Take this time to be with family, study, or curl up with a good book. Also, this is a great opportunity to practice yoga at home. Your personal practice is where you will learn the most! Check out www.yogajournal.com for short 30-45 min pod casts and great info related to yoga and health.

January Newsletter

2011-01-07T07:42:00.000-06:00

New year, new issue of the newsletter! Click to enlarge.

Gentle Yoga

2010-12-27T08:40:00.000-06:00

Morning Glory Yoga will offer Gentle Yoga beginning January 4th. Classes will be held on Tuesday/Thursday, 9:00-10:00 am and taught by Stephanie Campbell. If you are interested in signing up for the class please respond here or call the studio at 936.715.9909. Leave a message and we will call you back!

December Newsletter

2010-12-17T10:02:00.000-06:00

Fresh off the presses! (Click to enlarge.)

Here is an update from our very own Kimberly on her latest grand adventure

2010-12-14T15:31:00.001-06:00

Tom Yum soup, Tom Kha soup, Issan vegetables, fried vegetables with ginger and cashew nuts, Pad Thai with spicy peanut sauce, spring rolls, Som Tom (green papaya salad), Massaman curry, green curry, pumpkin hummus, mango sticky rice, plus green and red chili pastes. Those are the dishes I offically prepared during my May Kaidee Thai vegetarian cooking class. I was the only student there that day and so those are also the dishes I ate after class. Yes, 11 dishes, all for me. They were accompanied by a cold Singha beer and, within 15 minutes of returning to my room, I lay deep in a food-induced stupor, which I was quite surprised to awaken from some five hours later.

Duan, my teacher, is May Kaidee's sister, and she runs the Chiang Mai restaurant. Like most Thai women she is, by American standards anyway, tiny. She is also very pretty and laughs easily and loudly. Even so she still manages to be rather intimidating. She likes to yell. A lot. The morning started out at one of the local markets, buying ingredients for the class, which was great. Duan apparently knows the whole town and so the trip to the market started out as a social occasion. Then we got down to the business of shopping. "You take picture now!" She yelled each time she held up an item we would be using. "How you know what to buy in America if you don't have picture to remind you?!" I now have approximately 20 pictures of Duan holding up various types of ginger, mushrooms, lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves, chilis, etc.

Back at the restaurant, in the upstairs "school," a room with an extra stove, sink and mortar and pestle, she yelled some more. "Chop! Now! Like this! Now take picture! How you know how to chop in America if you don't have picture to remind you?!"

Then the actual cooking began and things started to move in some sort of comic, high-speed episode of Iron Chef Thailand meets the confused American massage student. "Stir! Stir more! Faster! Turn up heat! Turn down heat! Stir more! Turn off heat! Done! Now you taste!!" I was in a daze but, someowhere along the way, it occured to me I was also having a great time. And each taste confirmed why I had wanted to do this.

About halfway through the lesson Duan's husband yelled something upstairs. Duan yelled back. Even louder. She kept yelling. I have learned very little Thai while here but I think I can recognize the sound of an angry woman in most any language. Apparently Duan's husband had forgotten to tell her about a very large to-go order one of the yoga studios had ordered for delivery that day. Soon that day. "OK!" Duan regained her composure. "Kimberly listen now!" she yelled. "This morning I teach you how to cook! Now I teach you how to cook for restarant!" And so, knives and veggies flying, two woks full, we prepared tempura seaweed and sweet basil with a spicy peanut sauce, fried rice with veggies, crunchy noodles in red curry, more spring rolls and another soup. After each dish was completed Duan would hand me a spoon and yell, "You taste now!" And so, yet more food for me. I was amazed at how great everything came out considering the utter chaos of the kitchen, not to mention the confusion of the impromptu addition of a fumbling American sous-chef. We had almost completed the order when Duan yelled that she wanted me to make the soup, which I had never heard of before. This did not seem to worry Duan in the least. "It's like Tom Kha from this morning only more Indian! You know, same-same! But different! You do now!"

Just as we handed everything off to her husband and assistant to be boxed-up customers arrived downstairs. "Kimberly! Hurry! Go see what they want!!" "Pad Thai," I reported back to her. "Good!" she yelled. "You learn that only one hour ago! Go make now!" And so I did.

Suddenly quiet came to the kitchen. "OK!" Duan yelled, not even pausing, "Back upstairs! Show must go on!" And so my cooking lesson continued. I do realize that not everyone would like to pay money to be yelled at and then put to work making money for someone else. But for me, the day was hilarious and vastly entertaining and I really did learn a lot. Oh yeah, and the food? Absolutely fantastic, All 11+ dishes of it. :)

Aside from eating great quantities of Thai food, I managed to complete my Thai massage course plus a 2-day workshop on Thai foot massage. The course, school, teachers and students were all great and I feel really lucky to have been able to do this. Now I have a couple of more days to be a tourist in Chiang Mai before heading south to Cambodia.

It feels strange to wake up and not get ready to go to school. Instead I get up early and walk around the Old City. I like watching it awaken to the day. I like watching the barefoot monks make their morning rounds through the streets before heading back for study and contemplation at the various wats. I like watching the markets being set up for the day. I like seeing the old men who still pedal the old-style tuk-tuks ride almost alone through the streets before the modern day traffic overtakes them making you wonder if you really saw them that morning at all. I like seeing the men meditating in stillness by the moat and I like finding small lit candles burning on tiny altars at the base of huge trees wrapped in vines but still reaching up towards the sky. I like Chiang Mai; it's been a wonderful experience; I also feel it is time to say goodbye.

Last night I stopped by May Kaidees, to say goodbye to Duan. I heard her yelling as I approached the restaurant. "Stir now! Turn up heat! Turn down heat! Take picture now!" She had 4 students that evening, all looking dazed and a little frightened, but also smiling, She ran downstairs and hugged me goodbye. "Kimberly!" she yelled. "Go home and cook great food!" I certainly hope to, Duan. :)

I hope each of you is enjoying the colder weather (hard to imagine in the heat here) and the holiday season. I hope you are each well and smiling.

Namaste,

Kimberly

2010-11-23T08:34:00.000-06:00

The following classes are cancelled in light of Thanksgiving

November 23-26

9:00 am Level 1 Tuesday/Thursday

10:30 am Beginner Wednesday/Friday

7:00 pm Beginner Wednesday

Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours!

Parking for Parade 11.06.10

2010-11-06T08:27:00.002-05:00

The Veteran's Day Parade is today, please park behind the studio. The streets downtown will be blocked during class. See you soon!

November Newsletter

2010-11-04T11:50:00.000-05:00

With a bonus Thanksgiving Day recipe!

Click to enlarge, and happy November!

4 Week Ashtanga Yoga Series

2010-11-02T18:57:00.000-05:00

Beginning on November 7th and the 3 Sundays to follow, Karen Higgins will teach an Ashtanga Series. Registration is NOW! $75.00 for the 4 week series or $25.00/class! Are you in?

Saturday Class Cancelled, 10.30.2010

2010-10-28T11:26:00.002-05:00

This Saturday, 10.30.2010, the 9 am class is cancelled as I will be out of town. Also, the streets near and
around the studio will blocked off and sidewalks lined with people awaiting the SFA Homecoming Parade that begins at 10 am. Enjoy the weekend! See you all on Monday!

She's back!

2010-10-20T15:35:00.001-05:00

Karen Higgins from Longview will be teaching a Vinyasa class on Saturday at 9am!

AND

Beginning on November 7th and the 3 Sundays to follow, she will teach an Ashtanga Series. Registration is NOW! $75.00 for the 4 week series or $25.00/class! Are you in?

Contact the studio @ 936.715.9909 or mgyoga@gmail.com for questions and/or to register.

The October Newsletter!

2010-10-10T18:20:00.001-05:00

September Newsletter

2010-09-29T14:06:00.000-05:00

This has actually been out for a while, but I forgot to post it to the blog! My apologies, and be on the lookout for the October newsletter, which will be out next week. As always, click on the images below to make them larger, or pick up a free copy of the newsletter at the studio.

Subs at the studio while Amy is out of town from 09.15 -09.21

2010-09-16T00:24:00.001-05:00

Thursday 7:15 am : Connie
Thursday 5:30 pm : Stephanie
Friday 9:00 am : Pilates Class, Camilla
Saturday 9:00 am : Karen Higgins (from Longview)
Monday All Classes : Stephanie
Tuesday 7:15 am : Connie
Tuesday 5:30 pm : Stephanie

Labor Day Class

2010-09-03T09:35:00.002-05:00

In honor of Labor Day, there will only be one class this Monday, September 6th. It will be an all-levels class, at 10:00am, and is open to everyone. Hope to see you there, and happy Labor Day!

September is National Yoga Month!

2010-08-31T16:41:00.000-05:00

September is National Yoga Month! In honor of this, Morning Glory Yoga Studios is offering one week of yoga classes to all new students for free! New students can register at yogamonth.org, which will allow you to search for Morning Glory Yoga Studios and print out a coupon. Bring to the studio any time during the month of September to claim your prize. In addition, you can find out about other events/classes/workshops being offered throughout the month in celebration. Check it out and tell a friend!

Newsletter: on Vacation

2010-08-17T10:35:00.000-05:00

You may have noticed that there hasn't been an August Newsletter and it's already the second half of the month. This is because the newsletter is taking this month off, mostly due to the fact that our newsletter writer (yoga studio member Chrissy) had a birthday, a literary reading, and a new puppy. She apologizes and promises a September newsletter that will knock you right out of downward dog.

Until then!

July Newsletter!

2010-07-26T17:54:00.000-05:00

Update!

2010-07-21T12:28:00.008-05:00

At the end of the week (tomorrow afternoon) I will be traveling to Houston to attend a couple of yoga workshops and classes of my own! I am very excited about taking my place as student and returning with more to offer as a teacher.

The beauty of this practice is that it is limitless. Through mindful exploration we uncover and discover. Thank you all for being such wonderful students, teachers and friends. May we continue to learn and grow together.

I have listed the workshops that I am attending and the studios that they will be held at. Sadie Nardini is the guest instructor. You can check out her website @ www.sardinardini.com.

Friday 6:30-8:30 Core Transformer Flow

www.yogaonehouston.com

Saturday 10:30-12:30 Be a Yoga Ninja

www.JennYoga.com

I know many of you are traveling this time of year too. I would like encourage you to drop into different studios while on the road and practice the various styles of yoga. You will be amazed at what is out there!

Although you may be traveling far, keep your practice close.

While I am away

Stephanie will teach the Thursday 5:30 pm class and the Saturday 9 am class. The Saturday class will be 60 minutes this week instead of the usual 90 minutes. Jennifer Wade will teach the Friday 9am class. ENJOY! See you on Monday!

Saturday 07.17.2010 5pm class!

2010-07-17T15:57:00.001-05:00

Students, the power is back on at the studio and the noise upstairs has ceased! I am offering a class at 5pm today!

No Class on Saturday 07.17.2010

2010-07-16T18:38:00.001-05:00

Students, I have JUST been informed that the electricity will be turned off tomorrow from early morning and throughout the day for the upstairs renovations. After some thought, I have decided to cancel the 9am class. Please share this info with others that may not have access to post.

2010-07-06T16:36:00.003-05:00

This Saturday only, the Old Town Gospel Project will provide live music for the Saturday morning yoga class at 9am. There will be guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, harmonica, drum and vocals to accompany your practice! This should be a fun collaboration for everybody.

Holiday/Vacation Schedule Change

2010-07-01T16:11:00.004-05:00

Monday July 5th, Regularly scheduled classes canceled.

Come enjoy one extraordinary class, open to all levels
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Teacher: Amy

Wednesday July 7th, 10:30am Beginner canceled

Stephanie is on a Disney vacation with her family! She will return to the studio July 8th. Amy will teach her classes except Wednesday July 7th @10:30. This class has been canceled for the above date/time only and will be held at it's regular time the following week.

See you on the mat! Namaste.

2010-06-22T14:39:00.000-05:00

I will be teaching the 5:30 today. Poor Kimberly is fighting off East Texas allergies. Hopefully she will be well and able to teach in the morning......if not I will see you @ 9 am too:) Get well Kimberly. ~Amy

She's Back!.....for a week.

2010-06-18T11:29:00.003-05:00

Students! Kimberly will be visiting Nacogdoches next week and will be guest teaching at the studio. She will teach all of my classes from Sat-Sat with the exception of Monday and my beginner class Wednesday evening (Steph will teach that one.) ~amy

June Newsletter!

2010-06-14T17:31:00.001-05:00

Memorial Day

2010-05-26T14:12:00.000-05:00

In honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 31 2010, Morning Glory Yoga Studios will offer just one class. The class will take place at 9:00am and is open to all levels. Hope to see you there, and happy Memorial Day!

May Newsletter!

2010-05-25T13:27:00.001-05:00

5 Week Foundation Course Starts Tomorrow!

2010-05-03T15:39:00.001-05:00

A reminder: Morning Glory Yoga Studios instructor Stephanie Campbell will be teaching a foundation course beginning tomorrow and lasts until June 3rd. The class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 until 11:30am. There are still a few spots available, and you can register up until the start of the class.

See you at the studio!

April Newsletter!

2010-04-19T21:09:00.000-05:00

Enjoy!

This week @ the Studio

2010-04-19T12:36:00.002-05:00

I am very excited about attending the Ana Forrest Workshop this week in Houston! I will be out of town from Wednesday - Monday. Stephanie will teach Wednesday and Thursday but the Friday 9:10am class is cancelled.

Karen Higgins, owner of Longview Yoga Studio, will be a guest teacher on Saturday! This will be an all level class and one you do not want to miss!

Monday's 9:10 yoga class (04.26.10) is cancelled but Camilla Saulsbury will teach a pilates class at that time. If you have not taken a pilates class you should try it!

I will be back at the studio for the Tuesday eveing class (04.27.10) with much to share! Have a great week! ~ amy

Notice!

2010-04-09T15:28:00.001-05:00

THIS SATURDAY, 04.10.2010, there will not be a 9am class as I will be running my first 1/2 marathon. I will, however, be offering a class on Sunday @ 2:00 pm! Hope to see you then.~amy

AND

LITERARY READING AT THE STUIDO, tomorrow, April 10th.
The bi-monthly literary reading hosted by Morning
Glory Yoga Studios is back, and this time we’re featuring
a whole crop of readers brand new to the Studio. Our
performers this month will feature students from SFA as
well as some well known faces from yoga class. Be sure
to come out and support your friends and fellow members!

Doors will open at 7pm and the reading will begin at
7:30. As usual, this will be free event with complimentary
coffee and light snacks, and we will be collecting
donations for the Nacogdoches Animal Shelter.

Naked Yoga!

2010-04-01T14:34:00.000-05:00

Tonight's 5:30pm class is in for a treat - Naked Yoga! This class is perfectly safe for both beginners as well as advanced practitioners. Naked Yoga is healthy and all natural, so don't be shy!

March Newsletter!

2010-03-08T15:27:00.000-06:00

There's nothing like a nice little newsletter to help pass the time until Spring!

Snow Alert!!

2010-02-12T08:52:00.003-06:00

Amy's 9:10 am class is still scheduled this morning! Stephanie's 10:30 am class has been canceled. Now go play in the snow!!

O Chemistry, O Chemistry......

2010-02-10T16:53:00.006-06:00

Connie has graciously and willingly offered to teach the 5:30 and 7:00 classes tonight. I am home studying diligently for a 3 hour Organic Chemistry test that I will take on Friday afternoon and a Nutrition test scheduled for tomorrow. Send some good vibes my way. See you in class Thursday evening!

February Newsletter!

2010-02-01T16:29:00.002-06:00

Hello, February! Here's a brand new newsletter to celebrate. :) (Click to enlarge!)

5 Week Foundation Course

2010-01-02T11:20:00.001-06:00

click to enlarge

Schedule Change

2010-01-02T11:08:00.001-06:00

As of January, the Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 am class is now at 9:00am. Also, per your request, the Saturday morning class is now 90minutes! All other classes are at the regularly scheduled times.

Free Pilates Class on New Year's Eve

2009-12-30T18:55:00.003-06:00

Jennifer Whitley, owner of Studio J Pilates in CA, is visiting family in Nacogdoches and has generously offered to teach a FREE Pilates classs in the morning. The class begins at 9:00 AM and will last about 45 minutes. Members of the studio are invited to attend.

Jennifer has over 7 years of Pilates experience and a true passion for the craft. She has completed the rigorous full equipment training and apprenticeship at Personal Best Pilates Instructor Academy in Overland Park, KS. With over 500 hours of PMA certified training and years of teaching experience, Jennifer brings her expertise in the Pilates method to her clients from all backgrounds. She specializes in complete fitness, weight-loss and rehabilitation and loves to take her clients to the next level.
http://www.jenniferwhitley.com/index.htm

Yoga on New Year's Day

2009-12-30T13:22:00.003-06:00

Just a reminder....Class @ 10:00 AM on New Year's Day! All levels welcome.

New Year's Eve/Day Schedule

2009-12-28T18:43:00.002-06:00

New Year's Eve

Connie's 7:15am class is being held. Hatha 1-2 5:30pm class is canceled.

New Year's Day

The 9:00am class is canceled. Amy will teach an all level class at 10:00am.

Happy New Year to All!!

Healing Yoga

2009-12-22T11:01:00.002-06:00

On Christmas Eve, Connie will teach a special yoga class focused on healing. This class will begin at 9:00am and will end at 10:15. Please join Connie for what will surely be a positive and peaceful holiday beginning. (all levels welcome)

Holiday Schedule

2009-12-21T09:49:00.005-06:00

December 21 - 25
CANCELLLATIONS
Monday
7:00pm
Wednesday
7:00pm
Thursday
5:30
Friday
All Classes

New Year's Eve Cancellation
5:30
New Year's Day Cancellations
All regularly scheduled classes (see below for special class)

SPECIAL CLASSES

Christmas Eve
9:00 - 10:15 am Healing Yoga with Connie
All levels welcome

New Years Day
10:00 -11:00 am

Classes will resume normal schedule after the holidays.

December Newsletter!

2009-12-17T21:03:00.000-06:00

Last one for the year. Happy holidays!

Farewell Class

2009-12-11T12:20:00.002-06:00

Hello everyone!

Tomorrow is Kimberly's last class to teach here at the studio before she leaves for Colorado to pursue a massage therapy license. Let's see how many yogis we can pack in the studio and show some love and support for a wonderful teacher and friend. I hope to get a big group photo to send with her as a reminder of her yoga family.

Also, Jane and Robert will be leaving for their new home in California, so this will be their last class too. Come and wish them well on their new journey!

Literary Reading This Friday!

2009-12-02T10:24:00.002-06:00

On Friday, December 4th, Morning Glory Yoga Studios will host our third bi-monthly literary reading! Doors for this free event will open at 7:00pm; reading starts at 7:30pm. We'll provide coffee and some light snacks, and donations for the Nacogdoches Animal Shelter will be graciously accepted.

We hope to see you there, and we look forward - as always - to providing a space for the talented writers of Nacogdoches to share their ideas and their work.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-24T13:29:00.001-06:00

Classes will be canceled Wednesday 7:00pm and Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Hope you have a happy one!

November Newsletter!

2009-11-23T10:00:00.003-06:00

A special edition, with a whole back page of recipes. Enjoy!

Homecoming

2009-10-23T12:03:00.002-05:00

Just a quick note to let everyone know that tomorrow's 9am class WILL be held as scheduled. The homecoming parade won't start until 10, so we'll have plenty of time to practice beforehand. :)

Have a great weekend!

Class Canceled

2009-10-16T08:25:00.000-05:00

Just a quick reminder - the 9am class tomorrow, October 17th, will be canceled. Instead, the Studio will be hosting Kimberly's workshop at 10.

Have a happy Friday and we hope to see you at the workshop tomorrow!

Five Week Yoga Foundation Course

2009-10-13T18:58:00.000-05:00

Stephanie Campbell will be teaching a five-week long yoga foundation course, beginning on October 20th and ending November 19th. This class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am
to 11:15am.

This introductory hatha course is appropriate for those just beginning their yoga journey, as well as seasoned practitioners who would enjoy a return to the basics. Students will be taught fundamental yoga postures, meditation techniques, and breathing exercises, as well as the many health benefits of yoga.

The Five-Week Course will be $65.00 for non-studio members, and only $30.00 for members. To sign up, please see Amy Sanford.

October Newsletter!

2009-10-13T18:50:00.001-05:00

At your service.

Atma Vikasa Workshop - Oct. 17

2009-09-29T13:31:00.003-05:00

Morning Glory Yoga Studios instructor Kimberly Kennamer recently returned from India where she attended a teachers training program at the ATMA Vikasa Center for Yogic Science. Kimberly studied under Yogacharya Venkatesh, the center’s founder, and is now certified to teach the ATMA Vikasa “primary series,” a sequence of 42 asanas. The ATMA system is based on traditional Indian teachings which emphasize steadying the mind, finding focus and fully experiencing each posture on both a physical and more esoteric level .

Morning Session - 10:00am-12:00pm
An Introduction to the ATMA Vikasa Primary Series
$30.00

This session will focus on the asanas of the primary series. Students of all levels are welcome to attend although a few postures may not be appropriate for everyone. Attendees should be seated on their yoga mats and ready to begin at 10 am as we have a great deal of material to cover in 2 hours.

To sign up for this workshop, contact Amy at Morning Glory Yoga Studios by emailing mgyoga [at] gmail [dot] com, or calling (936) 715-9909.

Workshop Canceled, to be Rescheduled

2009-09-23T14:06:00.005-05:00

The Mandala Flow Workshop, scheduled for October 4th, will be rescheduled for a yet-to-be-determined date in November. While this is disappointing, there are two bright sides:

1. Patience is a virtue. ;-)

and

2. Kimberly Kennamer will be conducting a workshop in mid October, which will focus on poses and meditation practices she learned while traveling this past summer in India. Check here for more details, which will be posted as soon as we have them.

Have a great Wednesday, and happy Fall!

September Newsletter!

2009-09-17T10:06:00.000-05:00

This month's newsletter contains an original recipe from local culinary legend Eralda. For more of her delicious recipes, visit her cooking blog, The Split Pea!

Mandala Flow Workshop - October 4th

2009-09-17T09:57:00.000-05:00

Come join us for a special yoga workshop on Sunday, October 4th, with visiting instructor Bethany Templin. This workshop will focus on a full spectrum practice as we dive into the Mandala Namaskars (variation of Sun Salutations) which emerged from the practice of Bethany’s teacher, Shiva Rea, and have been evolving ever since! Like Surya Namaskar, created to heat and open the body, moving in full circles allows the mind and body to open as prana, our life-force energy, guides the way in waves of unfolding mudras to cultivate a deeper awareness, consciousness, and embodiment.

To learn more about Bethany and her style of teaching, visit her website at http://bethany-yoga.com. To learn more about this event, click the image below.

Labor Day Schedule

2009-09-04T05:59:00.004-05:00

photo credit: voithite

Monday, September 7th, is Labor Day, and Morning Glory Yoga Studios will be altering
our regular schedule only slightly.
Classes will be held as follows:

All morning classes (8:30 and 10:30) and afternoon (4:00)
remain as regularly scheduled.

Evening classes (5:30 and 7:00) are canceled.

Have a Happy Labor Day!

August Newsletter

2009-08-14T11:41:00.002-05:00

Hot off the presses!

Blueberry Crumb Cars

2009-08-13T15:16:00.002-05:00

One of the biggest hits of the Literary Reading and Vegan Bake Sale (besides the wonderful readers, and the supportive audience, and the Maggie the Puppy, who found a permanent home) was the wide array of delicious baked goods. Due to a few requests, we are sharing the recipe for the Blueberry Crumb Bars that disappeared early in the night. The recipe can be found on the Smitten Kitchen blog, or you can read below. The original recipe calls for one egg, but if you want to make it vegan you can substitute applesauce (this was prepared the vegan way for the bake sale.) Enjoy!

Blueberry Crumb Bars

1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold unsalted butter (2 sticks or 8 ounces)
1 egg (or 3 Tbsp of applesauce)
1/4 teaspoon salt
Zest and juice of one lemon
4 cups fresh blueberries
1/2 cup white sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch pan.

2. In a medium bowl, stir together 1 cup sugar, 3 cups flour, and baking powder. Mix in salt and lemon zest. Use a fork or pastry cutter to blend in the butter and egg (or applesauce). Dough will be crumbly. Pat half of dough into the prepared pan.

3. In another bowl, stir together the sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice. Gently mix in the blueberries. Sprinkle the blueberry mixture evenly over the crust. Crumble remaining dough over the berry layer.

4. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until top is slightly brown. (This took an extra 10 to 15 minutes in my oven.) Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Class Canceled, and a Health Fair

2009-08-04T11:02:00.003-05:00

On Wednesday, August 5th, the 10:30am Beginner's Yoga class will be canceled this week only. All other classes will be held on Wednesday, including the 7:00pm Beginner's Yoga class. The 10:30 class will be held as scheduled outside of this adjustment.

In lieu of teaching this class, Amy Sanford will be taking part in the Mommy and Me Health Fair, located at the C.L. Simon Recreation Center at 1112 North Street. This event takes place from 10am to 3pm, will feature children's activities, informational booths, family-centered classes (including an 11:00am family yoga glass led by Amy!) and door prizes. The event is free and is held in honor of World Breast Feeding Month, so stop by for a fun and educational time!

Literary Reading and Vegan Bake Sale!

2009-07-30T14:52:00.003-05:00

Join us at the Studio this Saturday, August 1st, for a literary reading and bake sale to benefit the Nacogdoches Animal Shelter. Local poets and writers will be volunteering to read their latest and greatest works, as well as short pieces by famous authors.

Come hungry, because we'll also be selling a wide variety of vegan cupcakes, cookies, brownies and cakes, baked by studio members and culinary artists. Free coffee will also be provided. If you'd like to donate baked goods or sign up to read, let us know!

This event will begin at 7:30pm, and the readings will start at 8:00pm. See you at the Studio!

July Newsletter!

2009-07-27T10:13:00.003-05:00

Hot off the presses!

Schedule Change

2009-07-17T15:31:00.002-05:00

Just a reminder that the Saturday, 9:00am class is canceled this weekend only. We are fortunate to have Jim Turner returning to the studio to teach three classes beginning on Friday evening. Please see previous post for details.

Family Yoga This Friday!

2009-07-14T18:52:00.000-05:00

Morning Glory Yoga Studios will be holding a Family Yoga class each Friday in July! Children ages 4 and up are welcome to attend. The cost of the class will be $7.00 for children and $10.00 for adults. Class will begin at 1:30pm, last about 45 minutes, and be followed by a healthy snack.

We hope to see you and your family there!

Ashtanga and Yogaflow

2009-07-08T10:45:00.004-05:00

The Ashtanga yoga workshop will take place this Sunday at 2:00pm at Morning Glory Yoga Studios. It will be taught by Karen Higgins, owner and manager of Longview Yoga Studios. This is the fourth and final class of the series, but students interested in attending need not have attended the first three classes to participate. Ashtanga is a fast paced class that is practiced in a warm room, so be prepared to move and sweat. The cost of the class is $25.00.

photo credit: a4gpa

And speaking of guest instructors and yoga workshops, Jim Turner, who has taught at Morning Glory in the past, will be returning to lead a special two day long workshop focusing on Yogaflow. Join Jim Friday, July 17th, from 6:30 to 8:00pm, and explore how the body feels in flow through building the foundation for strong postures and developing integration of asana and breath. On Saturday, July 18th, there will be two sessions. The first will take place from 10:00 to 11:30am and will help students develop the foundations necessary to move deeper into inversion practices. Postures will include Handstand, Headstand, Should-stand, and Forearm Balance. Even those who don't perform inversions are welcome to attend. After a light lunch, the workshop will continue from 1:00 to 2:30pm, where students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of hand and arm balances.

All levels of practitioners are welcome to any or all of these Yogaflow sessions. Prices for the workshop are as follows:

All three sessions: $90.00
Any two sessions: $70.00
Any one session: $40.00

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sanford at mgyoga@gmail.com. Namaste!

June Newsletter

2009-06-24T19:43:00.004-05:00

The June newsletter is here! You can get your copy free at the studio, or just click the images below to enlarge. Namaste!

DIY Yoga Gear - Clothing

2009-06-19T10:56:00.004-05:00

While it's true that you can do yoga anytime, anywhere, it never hurts to have a good mat and comfortable clothes to help with your practice. While these items can be pricey, they can also be created and crafted at home. Below are some links to projects and ideas to help round out your collection of yoga pants the DIY way.

This easy tutorial shows you how to make yoga pants out of shirt sleeves.

For those sewers who prefer patterns, check out this review of a pattern for pants.

This project turns a whole t-shirt into a pair of pants! The perfect way to recycle your wardrobe.

And finally, for those of you who simply want to update and personalize what you've already got, consider some embroidery on the edges of your pants. Simple and pretty!

No matter what you decide to wear to class, remember that practice trumps fashion any day. See you on the mat!

Yoga for Kids at the Library

2009-06-12T09:09:00.005-05:00

This past Tuesday, Morning Glory Yoga Studios' owner, Amy Sanford, taught a free yoga class at the public library for children. While the organizers of the event expected a good turnout, no one imagined that over 200 children would arrive, ready to twist and bend into poses and stretches! Amy handled the challenge with beauty, as you can see from the smiles in the slide show and accompanying article the Daily Sentinel posted on their website.

And speaking of websites, the Studio is currently hosting a give away. The 100th person to become a fan of Morning Glory Yoga Studios on Facebook will get a prize. We are currently up to 73 fans, so keep an eye on the site and pass the word on to your friends!

Acupuncture Seminar @ the Studio

2009-05-25T13:53:00.004-05:00

FREE ACUPUNCTURE SEMINAR
FRIDAY, MAY 29
AT 6:00 P.M.
Join Dr. Roberts in a discussion about the Art of Acupuncture, Learn:
What is Acupuncture?
How does it work?
What can Acupuncture treat?
Please RSVP by e-mail @ mgyoga@gmail.com or phone @ 936.668.6882

Goodbye, Guruji

2009-05-19T08:59:00.006-05:00

The yoga world received sad news yesterday. Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois, the teacher who founded the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in 1948, passed away on May 18th, 2009, after a brief illness. He was 94 years old.

From the Express News Service:

"Popularly known as Guruji by his students across the globe, Pattabhi Jois was honoured by the Karnataka government with the Patanjali Gold Medal in 1986. In 2002, the Veda Shashtra Poshini Sabha honoured him with the title ‘Shastra Nidhi.’ Pattabhi Jois’ students included pop stars Madonna and Sting and Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow. Pattabhi Jois was born on July 26, 1915, in the village of Kowshika near Hassan."

"In 1929, he left home and came to Mysore, where he studied Sanskrit, Patanjali Yoga Darshana, Hatayoga Pradepika, Geranda Samhita, Suta Samhita and other Hindu religious texts. He held a teaching position in Yoga at the Maharaja’s Sanskrit College for many years. He established the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in 1948 and started to travel abroad from 1975 to conduct yoga classes. He had acquired a multitude of students."

For more information, visit the Ashtanga Yoga Institute's site. Our love, condolences and gratitude go out to the Guruji's family, Mysore and the yoga world.

In the Studio: Ashtanga Yoga

2009-05-11T15:53:00.005-05:00

photo credit: milopeng

This Sunday (May 17th) at 2:00pm, Morning Glory Yoga Studios will be offering the first of a special series of classes exploring the world of Ashtanga Yoga.

Ashtanga yoga is a system of yoga developed by Sri. K. Patthabi Jois, which uses a learned sequential order of postures, synchronized with the breath, to create internal heat, purify the body, and improve strength, flexibility and endurance.

The first session will last two hours. The following sessions will be one and a half hours long, and will take place every other Sunday at the Studio. Karen Higgins, owner and manager of the Longview Yoga Studio, will be teaching this series. Her approach will be gentle and inclusive, with plenty of modifications to suit individual needs. Classes will be $25 each, or students may sign up for all four classes for $80. If you're interested in embarking on a new adventure in yoga, sign up at the Studio and make checks payable to Morning Glory Yoga Studios.

We're lucky to have Karen traveling to Nacogdoches from Longview, and excited about the opportunity to offer an additional kind of yoga to Morning Glory students. We hope you can join us this Sunday!

May Newsletter

2009-05-08T11:26:00.005-05:00

The May newsletter is out and about! Pick one up at the studio or click below to see a larger version. And if you happen to make the strawberry shortcake recipe, bringing some to class will earn you extra karma points! ;)

Bon Voyage, Kimberly and Jennifer!

2009-05-05T09:23:00.007-05:00

Many thanks to everyone who came to Kimberly's last class this past Saturday, and to all those who stayed for the Bon Voyage Brunch that followed. We had a great time drinking coffee and mimosas, sharing the delicious food provided by Olde Towne Deli, and wishing Kimberly and Jennifer good luck on their next adventures. Namaste, friends, and keep in touch!

DIY Yoga Gear

2009-04-30T06:00:00.002-05:00

How to transport your yoga mat to class is a problem easily solved by the crafty yogi. No matter what your crafting style (or lack thereof), there are a lot of easy ways to create a useful - and stylish - bag or strap for your mat. Below are a few ideas to get you started.

Crocheters can try their hand - er, needles - at this colorful bag. It's basically one giant granny square.

If you prefer to reuse and recycle, why not make a bag out of an old pair of pants?

This pattern is a perfect project for the beginning sewer. Straight lines on a sewing machine - a great way to meditate!

If you're more of a minimalist, nothing could be simpler than a colorful strap.

And don't forget - you can always buy a beautiful, sturdy, locally handmade yoga mat bag at the studio.

Goodbye and Good Luck!

2009-04-28T15:29:00.007-05:00

photo credit: amanky

This Saturday (May 2nd) at 9:00am, Kimberly will be teaching her last class at Morning Glory Yoga Studios. Following class, we will be hosting a brunch at the studio in order to wish her and Jennifer well on their next adventures. Please join us this Saturday at 10:30am for a relaxing morning of good cheer, good food, and good friends.

The brunch is being catered, so please remember to RSVP. We'll see you there!

Happy Earth Day!

2009-04-22T11:49:00.006-05:00

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
- Margaret Mead

Happy Earth Day from Morning Glory Yoga Studios! To learn more about this important holiday, and to discover ways to make every day Earth Day, visit the Earth Day Network.

April Newsletter

2009-04-19T06:00:00.003-05:00

The April newsletter is now available! You can view it here by clicking on the images below, or stop by the studio to pick up a paper copy.

If you notice a different tone to the newsletter, it's because Chrissy Hennessey, a long time member of the studio, has taken over the newsletter now that Kimberly is leaving for grander adventures in India. Don't worry - Chrissy plans on keeping many of Kimberly's features, which our members have come to know and love, including a Recipe of the Month, a Pose of the Month, inspirational quotes, and other information about the world of yoga. We hope you enjoy the latest issue of the Morning Glory Yoga Newsletter!

Earth Day Location Moved!

2009-04-17T14:12:00.002-05:00

Due to the weather forecast for tomorrow morning (rain, rain and more rain) the location of SFA's Earth Day celebration has been moved. It will now take place at the Recreation Center on campus. The time of the event will remain the same (10:00am until 2:00pm) and the free yoga classes will be held as scheduled (that's 11:00am for adults and 1:00pm for children). Hope to see you there!

Free Yoga Class for Earth Day!

2009-04-14T15:18:00.005-05:00

On Saturday, April 18th, Amy Sanford will be leading a free yoga class in conjunction with Stephen F. Austin State University's Earth Day celebration. The first class is for adults, and will begin at 11:00am. The second class will begin at 1:00pm, and will be geared towards children. Both classes will take place on the SFA Intramural Field, located across the street from Pecan Park.

Yoga mats will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Sunblock and water are also recommended. See you then!

Calling All Expecting Mothers

2009-01-09T00:41:00.008-06:00

Pre-Natal Yoga classes will begin Tuesday, January 13, 2009 from 7:00-8:30pm. Please contact Amy at 936.715.9909 or 936.668.6882 to pre-register for the class. Space is limited so do not delay. This class is continual, scheduled for each Tuesday at 7:00pm, so if you miss the first class call to reserve your space for the following week.

Donation Yoga Class

2009-01-06T14:12:00.004-06:00

Please come and practice yoga with us on Friday, January 9, 2009 from 5:30-7:00 pm. Bethany Templin will return to teach an All Level class. All proceeds go to the Engage Network. Please visit this website for details. http://www.offthematintotheworld.org/sevachallenge

Bring a towel and water. See you on the mat!

Beginner Yoga Classes

2009-01-06T14:06:00.004-06:00

New to Yoga? We have beginner classes available during the day and in the evening!

Beginner Yoga
Monday & Wednesday
11:00am - 12:00pm
7:00 - 8:00pm

Hatha Level 1
3:30 - 4:30pm

New Year's Day

2008-12-18T16:29:00.003-06:00

Please join us @ 10:00am for an All level yoga class led by Kimberly.

(Our regularly scheduled classes are canceled)

Morning Glory Yoga Studios

Due to overwhelming popularity.......

Schedule Change. Friday

Hello 2012!

Schedule Change. Friday, Beginner Yoga Cancelled.

November News Letter!

September Newsletter!!

August Newsletter is here!!

July Newsletter!

Popular Beginner Yoga Class Returns in July

June Newsletter

May Newsletter!

April Newsletter!

March Newsletter!

February Newsletter

Class update

5:30 class cancelled, 02.03.2011

January Newsletter

Gentle Yoga

December Newsletter

Here is an update from our very own Kimberly on her latest grand adventure

Parking for Parade 11.06.10

The Veteran's Day Parade is today, please park behind the studio. The streets downtown will be blocked during class. See you soon!

November Newsletter

4 Week Ashtanga Yoga Series

Saturday Class Cancelled, 10.30.2010

This Saturday, 10.30.2010, the 9 am class is cancelled as I will be out of town. Also, the streets near andaround the studio will blocked off and sidewalks lined with people awaiting the SFA Homecoming Parade that begins at 10 am. Enjoy the weekend! See you all on Monday!

She's back!

The October Newsletter!

September Newsletter

Subs at the studio while Amy is out of town from 09.15 -09.21

Labor Day Class

September is National Yoga Month!

Newsletter: on Vacation

July Newsletter!

Update!

Saturday 07.17.2010 5pm class!

Students, the power is back on at the studio and the noise upstairs has ceased! I am offering a class at 5pm today!

No Class on Saturday 07.17.2010

Students, I have JUST been informed that the electricity will be turned off tomorrow from early morning and throughout the day for the upstairs renovations. After some thought, I have decided to cancel the 9am class. Please share this info with others that may not have access to post.

Holiday/Vacation Schedule Change

She's Back!.....for a week.

June Newsletter!

Memorial Day

May Newsletter!

5 Week Foundation Course Starts Tomorrow!

April Newsletter!

This week @ the Studio

Notice!

Naked Yoga!

March Newsletter!

Snow Alert!!

O Chemistry, O Chemistry......

February Newsletter!

5 Week Foundation Course

Schedule Change

Free Pilates Class on New Year's Eve

Yoga on New Year's Day

New Year's Eve/Day Schedule

Healing Yoga

Holiday Schedule

December Newsletter!

Farewell Class

Literary Reading This Friday!

Happy Thanksgiving!

November Newsletter!

Homecoming

Class Canceled

Five Week Yoga Foundation Course

October Newsletter!

Atma Vikasa Workshop - Oct. 17

Workshop Canceled, to be Rescheduled

September Newsletter!

Mandala Flow Workshop - October 4th

Labor Day Schedule

August Newsletter

Blueberry Crumb Cars

Class Canceled, and a Health Fair

Literary Reading and Vegan Bake Sale!

July Newsletter!

This Saturday, 10.30.2010, the 9 am class is cancelled as I will be out of town. Also, the streets near and
around the studio will blocked off and sidewalks lined with people awaiting the SFA Homecoming Parade that begins at 10 am. Enjoy the weekend! See you all on Monday!