"Be willing to be a beginner every single morning." ~Meister Eckhart

2011 laid the foundation for what will unfold in 2012. From all of us at the Bodhi Tree, we wish you a year full of creative opportunites!

The Tree is kicking off the new year with fresh inspiration! We are honoured to announce Ally Bogard as the Bodhi Tree's new lead teacher! Ally is one of the founders of Gaiatri Yoga, a teacher training and retreat company. In her role there, she has inspired thousands of yogis in Calgary and abroad with her heartfelt teachings. We are delighted as a staff and community to have Ally on board and look forward to her inspirational teachings both on and off the mat. Welcome aboard Ally!

We are also thrilled to be launching our new website in the coming week. Over the last year, this labour of love has been the inspiration behind a playful and fresh direction for the Tree, as we move into our second decade of serving the Calgary Yoga Community. That's right...our eleventh year starts February 18, 2012! We'd like to thank-you for sharing your practice with us over the last ten years and look forward to celebrating with you.

We are continually inspired by your dedication to this practice and will strive to grow with you for many years to come!

With Gratitude,
Your family at the Bodhi Tree

Start the year with a 5 for 5!

Jan. 8 - Feb 11, 2012

Kick off the new year with a commitment to expand your yoga practice.

Much like balance in nature, our bodies, minds, emotions and spirits need equilibrium. In our first ever 5 for 5, we will help you develop a well-rounded, balanced and sustainable practice. Learn how yoga is part of your life on and off the mat by integrating yin, yang, breath and meditation into every practice.

Click here to view the event poster.

Wild Lotus Workshop with Patrick Creelman

February 3 - 5, 2012

For the 2nd year in a row, the lead teacher of Pure Yoga in Hong Kong and Certified Anusara Teacher, Patrick Creelman, graces the Calgary community with his electric-style and his radiant offerings. Considered a Teacher to many of the Teacher's at the Bodhi Tree, Patrick is highly sought-after and this is one workshop not to be missed!

Click here to view the event poster. Registration opens soon - check our website mid-December for details.

Sunday School this January

January 8 & 22, 2012
1:30-3:30pm

We are starting the new year with some fun! Join us January 8th for a teachers hot potato practice! What's a hot potato practice? One class, a handful of our inspiring teachers, a mix of styles and methods, 90 minutes of fun, twists (no pun intended) and connection with your community!

On January 22nd, join us for a creative yoga exploration of self. Co-taught by yogini / art therapist Kristin Boettger, and Sasha Bahador, this practice will be guided to maximize creative expression on and off the mat.
No experience required, simply childlike curiosity!

Movie Night at the tree!
"Yogawoman"

January 28, 2012  
7:00-9:00pm

This film is dedicated to all the great seekers of yoga that have gone before. Once a tradition only for men, women have helped bring the practice to the masses. Narrated by Annette Benning, "Yogawoman" uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever.

Come watch, make a donation to the women's shelter and share an evening with your community.

See you there!

Being a Tree

Like many of you this last year, the Tree has had a year of personal growth.

While these shifts and changes resonated differently for each of us, we were all guided by nature's ancient wisdom. Sometimes we simply need a reminder of the strength of our roots and our connection to Mother Earth.

Click here for some of nature's wisdom.

Om Cooking 15

In keeping with our theme of beginnings, our resident chef, Jacinthe Koddo, shows you how a little sprinkling here and there of something new works both in the kitchen and on your mat.

Click here to get your cook-on!