In the Spring newsletter, I talked about Guruji’s Centenary celebration in Pune in December last year and looked forward to the IYNAUS (Iyengar Yoga National Association of the US) National Convention, which took place in Dallas this past April.

Randy Just, the most senior teacher and leader of the Iyengar Yoga Association of the South Central US (IYASCUS), along with the help of over 200 volunteers, spent two years coordinating the Convention. At least from my outside perspective, the entire event went off without a hitch. The venue held comfortably the 900 people who attended, and the surrounding environment provided a variety of restaurants for convention goers. I’m sure there were sights to see as well, but

with a schedule that was packed from early morning well into the evening hours, no time to see them.

At every Convention, there is always a general meeting open to all the members o f t h e A s s o c i a t i o n , as wel l as Reg iona l Association meetings. In the Washington area, our Regional Association is the Iyengar Yoga Association of the Southeast (IYASE). Unity Woods’s own Leah DiQuollo is the current

President of IYASE. (Go to iyase.org to learn more and join.)

The schedule also included a special meeting, AHIMSA IN ACTION: RACE, SOCIAL JUSTICE AND

See Namaste, page 2

InsideJohn’s Workshop

Schedule ......................2

Special Events ...............4–5

Class Schedule .............6–7

Teacher Information ......8–9

Studio News .....................9

Course Descriptions .......10

Boutique Information ......10

Fees and Policies ............11

Registration Form ............12

YOGA IN THE IYENGAR TRADITION SINCE 1979 SUMMER 2019 • JULY 8-SEPT 8

Namaste

Unity Woods Yoga Center...is one of the best known and most widely re-spected yoga centers in the country. We offer classes for students at all levels in posture (asana) and breathing (pranayama), special courses for tar-geted needs and interests, workshops with some of the world’s finest teachers, and programs covering various aspects of the science and art of yoga.

At Unity Woods, our purpose is to offer uncompro-mising, expert yoga instruction to as broad an au-dience as possible. Our teaching staff is the area’s most experienced, comprised of highly trained, certified instructor s who help guide you to im-proved health, serenity, and expanded awareness.

© 2019 Unity Woods Yoga Center, LLC.4853 Cordell Ave, PH9Bethesda, MD 20814Phone: (301) 656-8992Fax: (301) 656-7792www.unitywoods.com

All of our classes are based on the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar. Named by Time magazine as "one of the 100 most influential people in the world", Mr. Iyengar is widely regarded as the 20th century's foremost yoga teacher. His approach develops self-awareness through precision in movement and attention to the subtleties of body, breath, mind, and spirit.

HEALTH • SERENITY • AWARENESS

First Class Free for New

StudentsNewcomers to

Unity Woods may take their first class free anytime during the session. Contact

us for details.

301-656-8992www.unitywoods.com

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John’s Workshops

August 2-4 Friday-SundayTeacher Training:

The Art of Skillful AdjustmentsSERENDIPITY

Berkeley Springs, WVwww.unitywoods.com

301-656-8992

August 15-18 Thursday-SundayYoga Intensive for Advanced Stu-dents, Teachers-in Training, and Teachers. Yoga Northwest

Bellingham, WAwww.yoganorthwest.com

September 6-8 Friday-SundayBringing the Yoga Scriptures to Life with Graham Schweig, PhD

and John Schumacher, Unity Woods Yoga Center,

Bethesda, MDAn exploration of classical yoga scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita, and Puranas and their manifestation in Asana,

Pranayama, and Meditation.

September 20-22 Friday-Sunday

Montreal, Canadawww.asanaperformance.ca/en

October 25-27 Friday-SundayTeacher Training: Topic: Practicing and Teaching

BackbendsSERENDIPITY

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November 17 SundayAdvanced Pranayama and

Discussion GroupUnity Woods Yoga Center

Bethesda, MD

November 22-24 Friday-SundayIyengar Yoga Association of

Greater New YorkNew York, NY

www.iyengarnyc.org 212-691-9642

December 27, 28 Friday, Saturday

PosturesNaples, Florida

www.postures.com 239-566-9642

Namaste (continued)

THE IYENGAR YOGA COMMUNITY, intended to address the issues of inclusivity, outreach to minority and underserved communities, and the removal of barriers that perpetuate unconscious bias within our own community.

I also attended a three-hour assessors’ meeting. The triannual Convention is a unique opportunity for assessors to get together in person to discuss the many questions and difficulties that arise as part of the certification process.

The Lighting the Way Award, which recognizes and honors an IYNAUS member who has contributed extraordinary volunteer service, was presented at the banquet on the last night of the Convention. I was pleased to be asked to present the Award to my longtime friend and colleague, Laurie Blakeney. Laurie, the most senior teacher and leader of the Iyengar Yoga Association of the Midwest (IYAMW), has served the community in many capacities for decades, but most notably as Chair of the Certification Committee for two(!) terms. That job is an unbelievably difficult and near thankless task. The award is well deserved.

One evening of the Convention featured the world premiere of the new film Iyengar: The Man, Yoga, and the Student’s Journey by award winning director, Jake Clennell. This movie is a fascinating portrait of B.K.S. Iyengar’s teaching and its effect on people from some surprising corners of life.

Of course, the primary focus and main event of the entire Convention was Abhijata Iyengar’s teaching. For three hours each morning and two hours each afternoon, Abhi led the entire assemblage in masterfully presented classes. Steeped in the teachings of her grandfather, B.K.S. Iyengar, and her aunt and uncle, Geeta and Prashant Iyengar, Abhi taught classes that were challenging, illuminating, and fun. The work was often intense, but Abhi’s wonderful and witty sense of humor lightened the vibe and bonded the participants with her and with each other. Part of the joy for me was hearing Mr. Iyengar’s voice in her teaching. Not only the content of her instructions, but the rhythm, intonation, and dynamics of her voice carried me back to Guruji’s classes where the magical process of hearing, absorbing, and responding to creative cues and clues brought the poses to new levels. Everyone I spoke to at the

Convention and since returning home has marveled at Abhi’s innovative techniques, the wise ways she wove classical Yoga philosophy into our actions, and the captivating stories she told about studying and living with B.K.S. Iyengar, all offered in the context of her uplifting and inspiring presence. Her uncanny ability to channel her teachers and at the same time speak in her own voice is an example to all of us of the power of practice in the process of making these teachings our own - a particularly profound and important message, as the theme of the Convention was to Explore the Path of Practice.

A highlight of the Convention was Abhijata’s keynote address on the second night. She spoke clearly, directly, and honestly. The ostensible focus of her speech was the key role that intention plays in practice and teaching, but the subtext was the turmoil in the Iyengar community caused by the decision by the Board of Directors in conjunction with the Iyengars to decertify Manouso Manos, one of only two people in the US to hold an Advanced Senior Certificate. This decision came about as the result of the conclusions reached by a Special Investigator hired to examine allegations of sexual, physical, and psychological abuse brought by more than half a dozen complainants. An exhaustive inquiry took place with hundreds of hours of testimony taken and tens of thousands of dollars spent. I was involved personally in the investigation to the extent that I was asked by IYNAUS President, David Carpenter, to meet with Bernadette Sargeant, the investigator, and answer her questions about Iyengar yoga. Ms. Sargeant, a highly qualified and experienced investigator in matters of abuse, is not a yoga teacher or practitioner, so my job was to explain what Iyengar Yoga is, show her props and describe how we use them, and answer questions about adjustments. I was not asked to comment on Manouso personally (I have known and been friends with Manouso for nearly forty years) or to make judgements on any of the allegations raised in the inquiry. David asked me to participate because I am the most senior teacher in the Washington area which is where Ms. Sargeant is based.

Because Manouso has been such a prominent teacher in the community for so long, because he is a skillful and charismatic teacher, and

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John Schumacher is the founder and director of Unity Woods. He has prac-ticed yoga for over 45 years and has taught in the Washing-

ton area since 1973. John studied in India with B.K.S. Iyengar for 33 years and is an Advanced Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT). He also spent many years studying with internationally acclaimed teacher Dona Holleman.

John’s clear, precise style and his engaging sense of humor have made him one of the country’s leading yoga teachers. Yoga Journal cited him as one of "25 Americans who are shaping yoga today." He has written for a variety of publications and has appeared in numerous local and national media, including U.S. News and World Report, Yoga Journal, Washingtonian Maga-zine, the Washington Times, the Washington Post, PBS and others. John speaks about the practice and benefits of yoga on radio and television and at conferences and organizations around the country.

Over the years John has taught thousands of students and trained hundreds of teachers. He contin-ues to travel across the U.S. and throughout the world, includ-ing Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, the Middle East and the Caribbean, where he conducts workshops for students and teach-ers of all levels.

Namaste (continued)

because he has thousands of dedicated students,

this situation has completely splintered the

community. Many feel that Manouso has been

wrongly accused and take his side, castigating

his accusers, the investigator, and IYNAUS in

the process. Others are horrified by his actions

as described in the report, and in addition to

denouncing Manouso, blame IYNAUS and

the Iyengars for creating a culture that allows

and fosters abusive behavior. Not only the

Iyengar community is up in arms, but others

in the broader yoga community are taking

the occasion to call for an examination of

the teacher-student relationship, what actions

should be taken to avoid abusive situations, and

to offer their perspectives on B.K.S. Iyengar and

his methods.

The report was released about a week before the

Convention opened, but most in the community

were aware of the situation months ahead, after

the initial allegations went public on KQED in

September. Because of this, there was a palpable

sense of dread among many regarding how this

would play out at the Convention.

Abhi’s keynote, in which she made herself

especially vulnerable and relevant by recounting

for the first time her own being abused sexually

some twenty earlier and in which she addressed

the issue of touch and its role in Iyengar Yoga,

was instrumental in changing the underlying

tone of the Convention to a much more positive

one.

Still, the issue came up at the general meeting

and was a constant topic of conversation at

meals and in hallway discussions. It remains

a powerful and divisive force in the Iyengar

community and the larger yoga community.

One thing that can be said for certain: The

situation is a tragedy for all concerned - for the

people who felt they were (and continue to

be) harassed and abused; for Manouso, whose

professional and personal life is in tatters; for

his family, who must be suffering terribly; for his

students who, irrespective of where they stand

on the report, must be deeply disturbed; and for

the community which has lost one of its most

prominent and influential members and finds

itself roiled by strife and dissension.

To my mind, the challenge for us as practitioners

is to look into our own hearts to find compassion

for ALL who are suffering through this and to

honor the meaning of namaste, which is often

offered casually, but which reminds us that we

are not just colleagues or teachers or students

but inextricably connected brothers and sisters.

We will need to act as our best and most honest

judgements dictates to us and to keep in mind

that any action that isn't based in love will surely

bear bitter fruit.

Read John’s essays from earlier newsletters on our website:

www.unitywoods.com/tag/letter

And look for digital downloads of John's classes and discussions at

www.schumacheryoga.com

“Had it not been for BKS Iyengar, I would have definitely underestimated the value and the healing power of touch.”

Abhijata Iyengar -Keynote 2019 IYNAUS Convention

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Workshops, Short CoursesSee unitywoods.com for detailed descriptions.

September 6-8, 2019

Bringing the Yoga Scriptures to Life

with

Graham Schweig, PhD and John Schumacher

Unity Woods

Yoga Center

An exploration of classical yoga scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita, and Puranas and their manifestation in Asana, Pranayama, and

Meditation

Bethesda WorkshopsFriday, August 2 8:15-9:30am Advanced PranayamaWith Doerthe BraunDeepen and refine your pranayama practice. The focus of this workshop is on kumbhakas and digital pranayama.Prerequisite: Pranayama Level IV $30

Friday-Sunday, September 6-8

Bringing the Yoga Scriptures to Life with Graham Schweig, PhD and John SchumacherAn exploration of classical yoga scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Yoga Sutra, Bhagavad Gita, and Puranas and their manifestation in Asana, Pranayama, and Meditation. (Schedule to follow)

Wednesday, Sept 11 6:45-8:15pmA Firm Foundationwith Linda McReynoldsA Level II drop-in class $12

Bethesda Short CoursesThursdays, July 11, 25, Aug 1, 8 (4 weeks) -7:00-9:00pmReflection on the Teaching of AbhijataWith Doerthe BraunBased on sequences and instructions of Abhijata’s brilliant teaching at the convention. Prerequisite: Level II and up. Course $140, Drop-in $40

Thursdays July 25 and Aug 29 (2 weeks) 12:15-1:30pmLight on Life Discussion GroupWith Doerthe BraunA group exploration of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras through BKS Iyengar’s “Light on Life".Prerequisite: None Cost is free; donation accepted for Bellur Trust (cash or check payable to Doerthe Braun).

Saturdays July 27 - Aug 17 (4 classes) 11:45am-1:00pm Soothing Summer Progressive Gentle With Steve MitchellA slower, prop-supported class that is progressive and gentle.Prerequisite: 1 year Iyengar experience. Course $100, Drop-in $30

Thursdays Aug 29, Sept 5 (2 weeks) 7:00-9:00pmYoga Kurunta With Doerthe BraunPlayfully explore Yoga as a string puppet. Limited to 15 studentsPrerequisite: Level II and above. Course $75, Drop-in $40

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Arlington Workshops Sunday, August 4 2:30-4:30pm Rest and Restore: with Cooling AsanasWith Juliana FairA restorative class with an emphasis on the cooling asanas Prerequisite: None $55

Arlington Short CoursesSundays, July 14 and July 28 (2 weeks) 2:30-4:30pmPUNE STYLE CLASS with Gems from the Convention With Juliana Fair To attend this fun, fast-moving class, you must know how to make modifications where necessary for your limitations.Prerequisites: Level 1 x2 $55 per class

and Special EventsNo refunds or credits/credits/changes from 14 days prior.

Teacher Training at Serendipity

John SchumacherFriday-Sunday, August 2-4

Topic: The Art of Skillful

Adjustments

As yoga teachers we strive to improve our students’ performance by guiding them to safer and more effective ways to work. One of the ways we accomplish this is by adjusting their poses. We can do it verbally, by visually demonstrating the proper method, or by hands-on corrections.

First, however, we need to see what must be done. Observing what is happening, who needs attention most, where to go first: all are key elements in seeing the class and the students in it.

Then comes the art of adjusting. Skill in manually adjusting your students is learned over time and is based on the depth and intelligence of your own practice. We will examine some basic principles that form the foundation for giving good adjustments.

Morning sessions will focus on seeing a class and the students in it. We’ll work on what to look for, what to avoid, and the mechanics of observation. We’ll study and practice techniques to make effective adjustments. We will practice teach in the afternoon sessions to help you refine your skills as a teacher. Optional early morning practices open to all.

Call UWYC or see our

website for more information.

www.unitywoods.com

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Community Classes

Every Friday, 6:00–7:00pm

In Bethesda July 12 – MaggieJuly 19 – MaggieJuly 26 – Linda M Aug 2 – Rocky Aug 9 – Linda M Aug 16 – MaggieAug 23 – MaggieAug 30 – RockySept 6 – No Community Class

$10 drop-in fee, cash only

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE NOTES

Megan Bowles will be away for most of the summer. The majority of her classes will be taught by substitutes - enjoy the

variety of teachers!!

Summer's here and the class schedule reflects the break in routine. Class fees adjust to adapt to missed classes. Please make a note of days that your class will not meet.

Class Schedule

Fridays 10:00–11:30am Level II Laurel10:00-11:30am Osteoporosis Megan11:45am-1:00pm Level I Julia6:00–7:00pm Community Class varies

Saturdays

8:00–9:30am Level II Steve9:30–11:00am Level II Linda SG10:00–11:30am Level I/II Steve11:15am–12:30pm Level I Megan

Sundays

8:00–9:15am Level I/II Steve9:00–10:30am Level II/III 3 Anne9:30–11:00am Level II Steve10:45am–12:15pm Level II Anne11:15am–12:30pm Level I Steve

Schedule Changes for SummerBethesda

Classes w/Anne will not meet Monday July 8 12:00pm-1:30pm Level II 5:45pm-7:15pm Level I/II 7:30pm-9:00pm Level II Classes w/Anne will not meet Sunday Sept 8 9:00-10:30am Level II/III 10:45am-12:15pm Level IIWednesday 9:00am Pranayama II w/Doerthe will not meet Aug 14Thursday 5:45pm Pranayama IV w/Doerthe will not meet Aug 15Friday 11:45 Level I w/Julia will not meet Aug 2, Aug 23Tuesday 12:00pm Level II/III w/Julia will not meet Aug 20Tuesday 9:45am Level II w/Julia will not meet Aug 20Wednesday 9:00am Level I/II w/Julia will not meet Aug 21Thursday 10:45am Level I w/Julia will not meet July 11, Aug 22

Classes w/Steve will not meet Saturday, Sept 78:00-9:30am Level II

10:00-11:30am Level I/II

Mondays

10:00–11:30am Level II/III 3 Jill/Rocky10:15–11:45am Level I/II Suzanne12:00–1:30pm Level II Anne12:15–1:15pm Level I Suzanne5:45–7:15pm Level I/II Anne6:00–7:30pm Level II/III 3 Mary7:30–9:00pm Level II Anne

Tuesdays

9:45-11:15am Level II Julia10:00–11:30am Level I Doerthe12:00-1:30pm Level II/III3 Julia4:15–5:45pm Level I/II Rocky5:00–6:30pm Level II John6:00–7:15pm Level I/II Maggie6:45–8:45pm Level III 4 John7:30–9:00pm Level II Maggie

Wednesdays 9:00–10:00am Pranayama II1 Doerthe 9:00–10:30am Level I/II Julia 10:15–11:45am Level II/III 3 Doerthe12:00–1:30pm Gentle Suzanne4:30–5:30pm Level I/II Kim5:00–6:15pm Back Care Rocky6:00–7:15pm Level I John 6:45–8:15pm Level II Linda McR7:30–9:15pm Level II/III 3 John

Thursdays

9:00–10:15am Seniors Suzanne9:00–10:15am Level I/II Doerthe10:30am–12:00pm Level II Doerthe10:45am–12:15pm Level I Julia5:45–6:45pm Pranayama IV1 Doerthe6:00–7:30pm Level I/II Megan

Bethesda, MD 4853 Cordell Ave, Penthouse 7

Prerequisites:1 completion of previous level Pranayama 2 Level I/II and up 3 5 minute freestanding Sirsasana 4 10 minute freestanding Sirsasana5 completion of one year of Asana6completion of Level I once

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Arlington, VA4001 N 9th St, Suite 105

Mondays

6:00–7:30pm Level II Joe7:45–8:45pm Pranayama III1 Joe

Tuesdays

12:15–1:30pm Mixed Level6 Carol6:00–7:00pm Level I/II Giulia7:15–8:45pm Level II Giulia

Wednesdays

6:00-7:15pm Level I Leah 7:30-9:00pm Level II Leah

Thursdays

6:00–7:15pm Level I/II Joe7:30–9:00pm Level II/III 3 Joe

Saturdays

9:00–10:30am Level II/III 3 Mary10:45am–12:15pm Level II Mary

Sundays

9:00–10:30am Level II Maggie10:45am–12:15pm Level I Maggie

Schedule Changes for SummerArlington

Classes w/Leah will not meet Wednesday July 10-24. These classes will meet July 31-September 4 (6 weeks) 6:00-7:15pm Level I 7:30-9:00pm Level II Cost of classes will adjust accordingly.

Class ScheduleWashington, DC4000 Albemarle St NW, 4th Floor

Wednesdays

6:00–7:15pm Level I Joe7:30–9:00pm Level II Joe

Saturdays

9:00–10:30am Level II/III 3 Joe10:45–12:15pm Level II Joe12:30–1:45pm Level I/II Joe

Building access 3227# on small keypad

IMPORTANT DATES

Summer Registration is now open:www.unitywoods.com

Summer Session:Monday, July 8 - Sunday, Sept 8

Please note Summer BreakNo regular classesWednesday, July 3 - Sunday, July 7

Classes will meetMonday, Sept 2 - Labor Day

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT TAKING CLASS

AttireThere are changing rooms at each studio. Wear clothing you can move in (no baggy clothes—they obscure alignment). Bare feet are essential. No perfume, please.

Propsare provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own mat.

Food Come with an empty stomach.

Special Physical NeedsLet your teacher know about any injuries, physical problems or medical conditions.

Please be on timeTeachers begin each class with preparatory practices. You may be turned away if you arrive late.

Do not come to classif you have any contagious condition. You share the floor, props, and air with many other students!

Children Minimum age for asana class participation is 16. Unity Woods cannot provide childcare for younger children.

Class Cancelationsfor weather or other emergencies are posted on our website and our voicemail 2 hours before class time: www.unitywoods.com or 301-656-8992.

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Joe Adlesic, CIYT Intermediate Junior I, mentored by John Schumacher since 1982, has taught at Unity Woods since 1990. Joe studied in India with the Iyengars several times and

has trained extensively with Senior Iyengar teachers, particularly Patricia Walden.

Megan Bowles, CIYT Intermedi-ate Junior I, trained with senior teachers John Schumacher and Patricia Walden. Megan’s style is warm, humorous, and pre-cise, and helps all levels of

yoga practitioners access the benefits of yoga. Megan is certified by Dr. Loren Fishman and Ellen Saltonstall to teach Yoga for Osteoporosis,

Doerthe Braun, CIYT Intermedi-ate Junior III, began practicing in 1999, apprenticed with John Schumacher and has studied with the Iyengars in India. With a degree in acting and move-

ment, she enjoys sharing yoga’s gifts with all ages, inspired by her own four children.

Jill Pollet Cahn, CIYT, has stud-ied at Unity Woods since 1980 and taught since 1987. Jill has a B.S. from U.C. Berkeley and an M.A. in Special Education. She teaches special workshops

on Yoga and the Energy Field.

Carol Cavanaugh has taught Iyengar yoga since 1977. She made five trips to study with B.K.S. and Geeta Iyengar between 1980 and 1995. She directed the Iyengar Yoga

Institute of San Francisco from 1977–1988. She has practiced Vipassana meditation since 1999.

Rocky Delaplaine, CIYT, is interested in exploring how the practice of yoga promotes peace, fosters creativity and cultivates reverence for the natural world. She is certified

by Elise Browning Miller to teach Yoga for Scoliosis. She has taught at Unity Woods since 1991. rockydelaplaine.com

The Teachers at Unity Woods

Thierry Chiapello, CIYT, is a Yoga All iance Registered Teacher at the RYT 500 hour- 200hr Experienced level. In addition to NDU, he teaches Iyengar yoga at the Pentagon,

as well as classes, workshops and special events in the DC area.

Leah Diquollo, CIYT Inter-mediate Junior I, began prac-ticing yoga in 1998. Her caring teaching style uses asana and Yogic philosophy to help students find ground-

ing, flexibility and balance on and off the mat.

Sonia Dovedy, CIYT, first began her practice of Iyengar yoga in Pune, India, under the strict, compassionate eyes of Shri BKS Iyengar and his family. For Sonia, the practice of yoga

is a gift for all; it generates courage, builds re-silience, shields against illness, and cultivates immense joy.

Juliana Fair, CIYT Intermediate Senior I, began her yoga journey in 1974 in her native Australia, and has taught Iyengar yoga since 1981. She travels to Pune to study with the Iyengar family

bi-annually. Her straightforward, humorous teaching encourages students to understand their own bodies.

Sarah Hull, CIYT, began practicing Iyengar yoga in 2010, apprenticed with Doerthe Braun and studies regular ly wi th senior teachers. She looks to cultivate and inspire the

alignment, balance, strength, and ease that comes from a dedicated practice.

Kate Krems, CIYT, is a lifelong mover and athlete who arrived at yoga after 15 years as a com-petitive swimmer. For her, yoga is a way to chill out, tune in, and find peace amidst chaos.

STAFFUnity Woods Office

(301) 656-8992 uwyc@unitywoods.com

John SchumacherFounder/Director

ext. 102

Judith FriedAdministrator

Outreach Coordinatorext. 101

Suzanne Y. SigüenzaAssistant Administrator

Website ManagerBoutique Manager

ext. 300

Debra MonacoFinancial Administrator

ext. 104

Annick MildeRegistrarext. 105

Steve MitchellArlington Studio Coordinator

ext. 201

Cathleen ScottBrandi EricksonTracy Koretsky

Dorian FlorescuBilly BialeckiReceptionists

ext. 500

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Laurel Goeke, CIYT appren-ticed with John Schumacher, and has been practicing since 1994. When not teaching at Unity Woods, you can find her teaching teens & adults at Sweetbay Yoga.

Giulia Mainieri began studying yoga with BKS Iyengar directly. She has studied with senior Iyengar teacher Kofi Busia for over 30 years. She is an experi-enced teacher who finds each

class different and fun.

Linda McReynolds, CIYT, began practicing at Unity Woods in 2003 and apprenticed with John Schumacher. She believes that dedicated yoga practice provides energy and equipoise to enjoy a full life.

Steve Mitchell, CIYT, has been with Unity Woods for over 20 years, and has studied with many senior teachers. He has maintained a devoted, steady yoga practice for 23 years, teaching since 1995.

Mary Pappas-Sandonas, CIYT Intermediate Junior III, B.S. Psychology/Neurobiology, M.S. Exercise Physiology, and Mom, applies joy, intuition and compassion.

Maggie Rhoades, a certified Yoga teacher, has studied with the Iyengars, and has taught classes for cardiac and cancer patients in area hospitals. She is a certi-fied Pilates instructor and has

developed yoga and Pilates DVDs.

L inda San Gabr i e l has practiced since 1989 and taught since 1996. She apprenticed with John Schumacher, studied with the Iyengars, and travels to

study with Iyengar teachers worldwide.

Suzanne Y. Sigüenza offers the practice of yoga as a s teady foundation to develop compassion, benevolence, awareness, and the fortitude to “run

with perseverance the race set out before us” (Heb. 12:1). She is an artist.

Ann Thomas, CIYT, appren-

ticed with John Schumacher

and began teaching at Unity

Woods in 1996. She holds

an M.A in health education

with a graduate certificate

in theology.

Amy Van Mui, CIYT, has

taught since 2000. Her focus

on functional and efficient

movement is supported by

her study of biomechanics

and background in Pilates.

Amy’s classes journey beyond

the physical to cultivate a vibrant sense

of well-being. WellWithin.com.

Kim Weeks. CIYT, was voted three times DC's Best Yoga teacher. Kim loves being at Unity Woods and is grateful to

be of service in Bethesda.

Anne Wutchiett, CIYT, has

taught for over 30 years and

has studied in India with the

Iyengars. Her teaching is

precise, caring, and inspired,

acknowledging the vitality,

strength and harmony yoga brings.

Julia Zawatsky, CIYT, be-gan practicing Iyengar Yoga in 2012. She has apprenticed with John Schumacher since 2015. Trained as a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Julia is

particularly interested in the intersection of yoga philosophy and human consciousness

STUDIO NEWS

The Iyengar Yoga National Association of the US (IYNAUS) held its triannual National Convention in Dallas in April. The Association published a convention magazine, Iyengar Yoga USA, containing a number of articles relating to the theme of the convention: practice. John contributed an essay, “The Beating of the Pulse and the Rhythm of Respiration”.

Two of our teachers are about to bring new yogis into the world -

Sonia Dovedy is due to give birth to her first child on or about June 27th.

Kate Krems is due to give birth to her second child on or about NOW.

John is honored to have been invited to present the IYNAUS Lighting the Way Award to Laurie Blakeney at the 2019 IYNAUS Convention. The Lighting the Way Award recognizes and honors an IYNAUS member who has contributed extraordinary volunteer service toward the dissemination of the art, science and philosophy of yoga as presented by B.K.S. Iyengar, and has assisted IYNAUS in carrying out this mission. Laurie, the most senior teacher and leader of the Iyengar Yoga Association of the Midwest (IYAMW), has served the community in many capacities for decades, but most notably in two (!) terms as Chair of the Certification Committee, an unbelievably difficult and near thankless task.

Becoming a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) requires years of dedicated practice, training and experience. This rigorous preparation for the national certification exams produces highly quali-fied and knowledgeable yoga teachers. Unity Woods is proud of our expert and inspiring faculty.

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ASANA (POSTURE)Gentle classes are for students who are less flexible, not so strong, have a particular limitation, or would prefer a more slowly paced, less rigorous class.

Level I classes introduce beginning students and students new to Unity Woods' approach to the fundamentals of posture and breath.

Level I/II classes are for students who have completed Level I and prefer a gradual tran-sition to Level II. This level is also ideal for those with previous yoga experience who are new to Unity Woods or Iyengar Yoga.

Mixed Levels is for students in Level I/II and up. Modifications will be made according to level and/or need.

Level II classes are for students who have com-pleted the introductory (Level I) course. The basic poses are refined with an emphasis on all the standing poses. Inverted poses (headstand, plow and shoulder stand) are introduced.

Level II/III classes are for students firmly established in their practice and ready to move beyond the basics. Must be able to do a five minute freestanding Sirsasana.

Level III classes are for students with previous Iyengar training who are strong in all the basic poses, can do a ten minute freestanding Sirsasana, and can do Sarvangasana and Halasana with confidence.

Advanced Asana classes are offered periodically and are limited to students who meet the listed prerequisites for each topic.

Course DescriptionsSPECIAL CLASSES Seniors’ Yoga (Bethesda), a gently paced class designed specifically for seniors, approaches asanas in ways that enhance strength, supple-ness and balance.

Back Care (Bethesda), for those with back inju-ries/conditions, focuses on strengthening weak muscles, stretching tight muscles and creating traction in the spine. We correct postural imbal-ances and use breath awareness to reduce stress and pain. Physician approval recommended. Suitable for students with scoliosis.

Yoga with Osteoporosis (Bethesda): come to this fun, challenging, effective class to learn the dos and don’ts of yoga with osteoporosis.

PRANAYAMA (BREATHING)Level I affords those interested in working with the breath an opportunity to move beyond the elementary levels incorporated into regular asana classes. Prerequisite: one year of study and practice of asana in the Iyengar method.

Level II, III and IV classes are for students who have completed the preceding levels.

Level V classes are strictly for students who have completed Level IV or have received extensive Iyengar training in pranayama elsewhere.

Level VI classes are for students who have extensive Iyengar training and have been practicing digital pranayama for two years or more.

Beyondananda Boutique Information

At our Bethesda studio, we offer a convenient source for supplies to enhance your yoga practice. We sell yoga DVDs, CDs, books and props, along with John’s audio CDs, plus our unique Unity Woods and Dog Pose t-shirts, and beautiful batik clothing designs created exclusively for us.

Gift certificates are available for Beyondananda Boutique items or for classes. Call to inquire or e-mail uwyc@unitywoods.com.

Bethesda Boutique Hours Mon–Thurs: 10:00am–9:00pm Friday: 10:00am–1:00pm Sat–Sun: 8:30am–1:00pm

For Boutique information call us at (301) 656-8992 or visit www.unitywoods.com.

D i s c o u n t e D D r o p - i n s

For those enrolled for the full session:

extra classes for $12 each (except two-hour classes:

drop-ins $15).

Registration form on reverse -- or register online at www.unitywoods.com.

Fees and Policies

SESSION TUITION DROP-IN FEE Per-class amount If fully enrolled If not enrolled ASANA (POSTURE) CLASSES if fully enrolled in another class

1 1/4 – 1 3/4 HR CLASS $19 $12 $24

1 HOUR CLASS $17 $12 $20 2 HOUR CLASS $24 $15 $28

COMMUNITY CLASSES N/A $10 $10

SHORT COURSES (see pages 4–5) prices vary N/A $18–38

SENIOR DISCOUNT: 10% for age 65 and over, on full-session enrollments only (no discount on drop-ins or Short Courses).

STUDENT DISCOUNT: 10% with current student ID, on full–session enrollments only (no discount on drop-ins or Short Courses).

MILITARY DISCOUNT: 10% for personnel/families with valid ID, on full–session enrollments only (no discount on drop-ins or Short Courses).

MAKE-UP POLICY: Make up missed classes any time during the current session, at any of our locations, in a class of the same level or lower than your own.

DROP-IN POLICY: Drop-ins permitted any time during the session, at the discretion of the teacher.

REFUND POLICY: For full session classes: If we receive notice of your withdrawal before July 8, you will receive a full refund. If we receive notice between July 8 and July 28, we’ll refund tuition minus the $40 registration fee. No refunds after July 28.

For workshops: no refunds or credits from 14 days prior to the event.

SHORT COURSE POLICIES: Students are encouraged to enroll for the series, but drop-ins are accepted. No make-ups. No discounts. No refunds. Short Courses may not be used as make-ups for regular classes.

SCHOLARSHIPS/WORK EXCHANGE: We have a limited scholarship fund and an active work-exchange program. Please call for information.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS for weather or other emergency circumstances are posted on the voice mail (301) 656-8992 and at unitywoods.com 2 hours before class. We do not follow Montgomery County, Arlington, DC school or government closures.

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SUMMER SESSION DATES:

July 8 -- Sept 8, 2019

PRANAYAMA (BREATHING) CLASSES $19 $12 $24

NOTE: For most classes, summer will be a 9-week session. Please register online for accurate pricing, or check with us before enrolling.

Full-session tuition includes a $40 non-refundable, non-transferable registration fee per class.

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