We have settled into Pleasant Hill and have already formed a new relationship with Diane Valentine of Yoga Movement in Walnut Creek. She has graciously allowed us space to continue creating our community there. We will begin teaching Yoga Nidra and Meditation classes Friday mornings from 9:30-10:45am and will be hosting Dharma evenings with Thai food once a month starting Sunday September 19th from 5:45-7:45pm. ”A workshop on the nourishing qualities of stillness and rest on the body, mind and spirit. This two hour workshop will include guided meditation, Yoga Nidra, a short dharma discussion on these practice principles and fresh, homemade Traditional Thai food.” $40 per person. Please let us know if you’d like more information about either the classes or workshops starting in September.
Welcome to Maitri House Yoga, a community resource for tools of change.
Our lives are a series of infinite possibilities manifesting in any given moment, in any form. Together we create our deepest possibilities into their fullest potential. Intention, Attention and Awareness.
From the shared practices of Buddhism, Yoga and Ayurveda we find the unlimited potential for Self realization, spiritual discernment, and mental equanimity. MHY offers classes, workshops and retreats on Thai herbs and cooking, Practical Buddhist Dharma and Yogic Philosophy. We offer guidance on the whole health of body and mind through Yoga Nidra, meditation, breath work, listening and life-style planning. We invite you to use this site to learn more about any of these topics, register for any event, order Sararak's art, and sign up for private mindfulness-based therapy sessions.
News and Events
New Classes Starting in September!
August 30th, 2010Book of the Month
August 14th, 2010This month we are reading Jack Kornfield’s After the Ecstasy, the Laundry. A beautifully well written testament to the struggles, challenges, beauty and joy of walking on a spiritual path. This book touches issue that beginners and Elder practitioners alike will find relevant for their practice. Let us know what you think about the book and help continue the dialogue about your own practice and both your ecstasy and bliss and the laundry you do right after those moments!
Maitri House Moves to the Bay!
August 10th, 2010Alright, MHY has officially moved to the East Bay in Northern California. We already have some great connections in the Yoga and Buddhist world here. Jonathan and Jen Reynolds of Learning to Listen and their beautiful son Henry have welcomed us into their home and community. We will be partnering with them soon to establish a new Dharma and Thai food evening monthly schedule. There will be new classes starting at various locations in the East Bay. Also, our Thai Cooking Classes will begin in September, so email or call us to book an event at your house!
Thanks for coming along with us on this new journey into Practice.
With Love,
MHY
Join Big Yoga Yoga for monday morning meditations
May 16th, 2010Monday Morning Meditation
We have really been enjoying sitting together on Monday mornings 6-6.30am. Please join us for this free meditation session. It is not guided, but you need not be an experienced meditator to attend. I often provide short passages to reflect upon. And you’re welcome to sit on the floor, on one of our blankets, or on a chair. Come check it out! Big Yoga Yoga 5220 SE 42nd Avenue (503) 333-5484
www.bigyogayoga.com
New Yoga Nidra Class at Ayurveda Plus
April 8th, 2010Michael will be teaching another Yoga Nidra and Meditation series at Ayurveda Plus on Thursdays from 7-8pm starting on April 29th. Please contact us or Richard at Ayurveda Plus to sign up. The drop in fee is $16 per class or $100 for the entire series.
Also, Lee Lyons is offering his teachings on Psychology, Tantra and Meditation at Amrita on May 1-2nd from 1-6pm both days. This is a not-to-be-missed event. Sign up at Amrita: Sanctuary for Yoga.