Yoga Journal New York Yoga Conference

	Nicki Doane had a wanderlust that led her to India in 1991 to study yoga; in Mysore she met her teacher, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. Although rooted in Ashtanga, Nicki's classes combine asana, pranayama, philosophy, and poetry. Nicki lives in Sebastopol, CA with her husband, Eddie Modestini. Together, they co-direct Maya Yoga Studios in both California and Maui, HI.

Wake Up and Flow Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini Saturday, May 16 8:00am-10:00am: Session 1 Code: M1NDEM All Levels A dynamic vinyasa-style yoga practice can start to awaken the spirit within us all. Through an energizing sequence of postures, explore how a grounded, earthbased asana practice can be the bridge that joins the spirit body and the physical body. This class offers the perfect opportunity for you to wake up and take notice! Mostly asana. This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs. Taking Time to Look Within Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini Saturday, May 16 3:00pm-5:00pm: Session 3 Code: M3NDEM All Levels How often do we really slow down and take the time to look and listen to ourselves? This slow, reflective class will focus on hip openers and inversions and act as a gentle introduction to pranayama. It is the perfect complement to a strong morning yoga practice. Asana and pranayama practice. This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs. Surya Namaskar C Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini Sunday, May 17 10:30am-12:30pm: Session 5 Code: M5NDEM All Levels This dynamic, flowing sequence of standing postures is the root of all flow yoga classes taught in America today. The beauty lies in its spontaneity—it's always different! Depending on students' needs, the postures are linked together using a vinyasa sequence and conscious breathing. Dynamic backbends will complete the flow. Mostly asana. This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs. Standing Poses: From the Ground Up Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini Sunday, May 17 3:00pm-5:00pm: Session 6 Code: M6NDEM All Levels Get your feet on this earth. This class includes detailed work on transforming the feet and using the legs in standing poses—something that all vinyasa yogis need to know. A fun, strong class that will help you build heat without Sun Salutations. Mostly asana. This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.

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