Challenging yourself by expanding your Yoga practice not only brings new energy to your practice but also allows you to continue exploring what works for you. The Floating Lotus’ Yoga teacher training program helps you further develop your practice – whether or not you plan to teach. Want to bring it to the next level? […]
Time for spring cleaning! And we don’t mean just for your home – spring is also a great time to remove impurities from your body, mind and spirit. So, The Floating Lotus is offering a Deep Detox Flow Yoga workshop this week to help you do just that. Detox flow will guide you through gentle […]
Is skin care important? According to a recent Huffington Post story, it is: skin care, they said, is self-care, which is important to mental wellbeing. No matter the reason – for beauty or for health – a skin care ritual is soothing and comforting. Our skin works all day to protect our bodies, so why […]
We hear a lot about strengthening our core, but what does that really mean? An article on Harvard’s Healthbeat describes core muscles as “the sturdy central link in a chain connecting your upper and lower body.” A strong, flexible core improves stability and supports every movement you make. Not convinced? Here are 5 reasons a […]
Want to deepen your yoga practice or become a Yoga instructor? Discover your potential and develop your skills at The Floating Lotus: Join us as we begin our fourth year of certified teacher training! The Floating Lotus offers two programs to match your needs, whether you aspire to lead your own Yoga class, or you […]
Most people have a general idea of what yoga is, whether they practice or not. But ask them about cuddle yoga, and you’ll probably get a lot of raised eyebrows. So, exactly what is cuddle yoga? Cuddle yoga combines the best of restorative yoga with the power of touch to keep couples feeling connected. “My […]
Fall is the season for replenishing your ojas, the Ayurvedic term for your life force or essence, which influences immunity. When your ojas is diminished, your immunity is reduced. In addition to refraining from the energy-depleting effects of caffeine, Ayurvedic tradition recommends more downtime, inward stillness and daily massage. Massaging your body with oils is […]
Did you know that the physical practice of yoga is only a very small aspect of the true, greater yoga tradition? The word “yoga” comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, which means “to join” or “to yoke.” Yoga is an ancient practice that brings strength and flexibility to the body. A healthy body opens the […]
Join the Floating Lotus on Sunday, Sept. 24, for Global Mala 2017! This is our eighth year to host a public global mala. Shiva Rea, Cassandra Benning’s teacher, began the Global Mala Project to bring the worldwide yoga community together to form a symbolic mala around the earth. The combined practices are based on a […]