Balance is the key to caring for ourselves, one another and our planet. By unifying the body, mind and spirit through yoga, we can see the interconnectedness of our inner and outer health and the energy that is within and around us. Understanding these connections, we can then better maintain the health and wellbeing of our selves, those we care about and the world around us. Health, wellness and sustainability go hand-in-hand. Green Turtle combines yoga for health and well-being with caring for our local community and the planet. In addition to hosting benefit yoga sessions for local non-profit organizations, Green Turtle donates a portion of profits to protect turtles and turtle habitat around the world. As you cultivate your own health and wellness, you are helping to improve the health and wellness of your surroundings for future generations, too. Many turtle species, both land and aquatic, are in trouble due to habitat loss, ingestion of plastics caused by garbage in the world's oceans, and as a direct or indirect result of other human activities such as fishing, poaching and pollution. As an important symbol in many cultures since prehistoric times, turtles continue to remind us to slow down, breathe deeply, take our time, and think long-term. Some turtles are known to have lived for hundreds of years, and breathing rates have been measured to take two full minutes to inhale and then two minutes to exhale. In the process of assisting with turtle conservation efforts and habitat protection, many other species that are a part of our terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems will also benefit! In a day and age when we can easily become distracted from living in the present, feel overwhelmed by the issues facing our planet and be overcome by the stresses of daily living, the turtle can be a powerful reminder to slow down, remember what is important, and to cherish each moment of the journey since life is short, unless you are a turtle. What style of Yoga is it? Kripalu Yoga - a style of yoga for any one and any body! This 'yoga of compassion' will help to:
*Stretch & tone muscles
*Increase stamina
*Release chronic tension
*De-stress & relax
*Calm your mind
*Bring focus & clarity to your life
*Build confidence
Classes begin with warm-up movements and breath awareness to prepare for yoga postures. A series of postures will then stretch, strengthen and balance the body, ending with relaxation and meditation. Classes are open to the public and all abilities. To learn more about Kripalu yoga, visit: http://kripalu.org/
How much are classes? Classes are $15 for drop-ins. A 10 class punch card is also available for $100. Private classes are $45/hour for one person, $65/hour for two, and can be in the privacy of your own home. Special rates are available for private party yoga sessions for special occasions, wedding parties, etc. Please call for inquiries. Personal Training session pricing and packages are below. Purchase in person, by email, or through PayPal below. How can my nonprofit organization set up a Community Fundraiser Yoga Event? Contact Green Turtle for details, preferably at least one month in advance. Your nonprofit organization can reach out to members and bolster fundraising in a fun way by collaborating with Green Turtle. Green Turtle will donate all profits from the yoga event to your organization as our way of saying "thanks" for all that your organization does to support our community and environment. Who is Green Turtle? Green Turtle was founded in 2012 by Tara Schroeder, RYT & CPT, is a Certified Yoga Teacher by The Kripalu School of Yoga and Certified Personal Fitness Trainer by the Aerobic & Fitness Association of America. She is also WFA certified. Tara currently lives in Tamworth, New Hampshire and has spent many years hiking, guiding, teaching and coaching in the Mount Washington Valley. After years of working for non-profit conservation organizations, Tara decided to combine her passion for health, wellness and conservation and launched Green Turtle in February of 2012. Tara leads all yoga classes, events and retreats for Green Turtle, in addition to private personal training sessions.
