Beach Yoga, Meditation, Delicious Food...the list is endless!

YogaWalk WEDNESDAYS at 6pm (FREE class!) 

This combination of Hatha Flow yoga and a 5Km walk has been a welcome newcomer to the Dubai yoga community. All levels of yoga practitioners are welcome, including raw beginners. Do you think that you're not flexible enough for yoga? Congratulations! That means that yoga is perfect for you!   

Where: Next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant, end of Jumeirah 3/beginning of Umm Suqeim 1. Bring a mat, a bottle of water and comfortable walking shoes. Pre-booking encouraged fieldsofyoga@gmail.com or +971 (0)50 284 4374

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SATURDAY SUNRISE BEACH YOGA, 7AM (Donation based class)

In response to many requests and in an attempt to help fund the 4 yoga teacher trainings I am doing between Nov 2016 and July 2017, I have once again added Saturday Sunrise Beach Yoga to the FoYD offerings. Join me for this gentle beach-side Hatha Flow yoga practice. It's a beautiful way to start your day!  

Where: Next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant, end of Jumeirah 3/beginning of Umm Suqeim 1. Bring a mat, a bottle of water and a small towel. Pre-booking encouraged fieldsofyoga@gmail.com or +971 (0)50 284 4374

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION - Does life happen to you or does life happen?

"When life just happens, you empower yourself with the decision of how to move forward." Take a moment to read this interesting (and short) article about how to become more resilient. Empathy and how we react to events in life can make the difference between being resilient or agitated. 

11-MINUTE MEDITATION WITH DAVID MAGONE

Want to try meditation but need a little guidance? Click here to do this lovely, soothing, and easy meditation with David Magone. I'm excited to be enrolled in meditation teacher training with David Magone in June 2017. Want to enroll too? Check out this link for more information. 

DELICIOUS & HEALTHY HOLIDAY RECIPES

Recently I've watched the documentary Forks Over Knives and I am struck by the overwhelming evidence that a plant-based diet is the most beneficial way for us to eat. If you've never tried vegetarianism or veganism, the thought of never having a juicy steak or hamburger again might be unthinkable. However, you might consider making one or two days per week, 'Vegan days' or 'Vegetarian days' . To help with that, here are a few delicious recipes from Nest and Glow. They offer mouth-watering, healthy recipes that are accessible to both novices and seasoned vegans. Give Vegetarian Tuesday a go! You never know, you just might like it

MINCED PIES RECIPE  http://www.nestandglow.com/healthy-recipes/raw-easy-mince-pies-gluten-free

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER 'CHEESE' (non-dairy, vegan recipe)

http://www.nestandglow.com/healthy-recipes/roasted-cauliflower-cheese

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DECEMBER AND JANUARY CALENDARS

Due to the holiday season, not all group classes will meet on their regular days. Take a peek at our December and January calendars and meet us on the beach for the group yoga classes!

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As a reminder, private yoga lessons are still available. Time slots are filling up quickly so be sure to book yours today. Private lessons are a fantastic holiday gift for a friend or loved one...or for yourself! For more information about private yoga lessons, please contact me at fieldsofyoga@gmail.comor +971 (0)50 284 4374.

Saturday Sunrise Yoga RETURNS!!

Saturday Sunrise Yoga (Saturdays, 7am, next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant, end of Jumeirah 3 - DONATION based class)

In hopes of offering more ways to meet your needs, I have signed up for some exciting yoga teacher trainings in the coming months, including swing yoga, meditation and the advanced 300 hour yoga teacher training. In an attempt to fund my studies, I will be offering Saturday Sunrise Yoga classes on a donation basis (pay what you would like to contribute!). Come and begin your Saturday with this peaceful, gentle yoga practice, caressed by the morning breeze, serenaded by the song of the birds and the rhythm of the waves, this 75-minute practice is not to be missed! All levels welcomed and encouraged to join. To register, simply send an SMS or WhatsApp message to me at +971(0)50 284 4374 or email me at fieldsofyoga@gmail.com

Saturday Sunrise Yoga Calendar

12 November

19 November

26 November NO CLASS

3 December NO CLASS

10 December

17 December

24 & 31 December NO CLASS

7 January

14 January

21 January NO CLASS

28 January

4 February

11 February

18 February

25 February

YogaWalk (Wednesdays, 6pm, next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant, end of Jumeirah 3 - FREE class)

Our Wednesday evening YogaWalk session will continue as a FREE class. We meet each Wednesday at 6pm on the beach adjacent to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant. We begin with a 20-30 minute body warming yoga practice, then take a 5Km walk - each yogi going at his/her own pace and we finish with gentle stretches, meditation and yoga nidra.  Participants have reported better sleep, reduced stressed levels and more energy after participating in YogaWalk. All are welcomed!

Are you sure you're not diabetic?

Did you know that according to some statistics as many as 45% of the world's Type 2 diabetics go undiagnosed? The Dubai swim community recently and very tragically lost one of its newest members to this horrible illness. Chisela Kanchela was a 29 year old swim coach with Speedo Swim Squad and had only arrived in Dubai two months ago. He was also an undiagnosed diabetic who passed away last week after falling into a diabetic coma. As one of his trainees, I am shocked and saddened by his death. Let's let Chisela's tragic passing be an opportunity to examine our own health and habits. The NHS has developed a quick and easy self check for risk of diabetes online (http://www.nhs.uk/Tools/Pages/Diabetes.aspx).  If you experience a combination of these symptoms of diabetes, please seek the advice of a medical professional as soon as possible.

• Increased thirst
• Increased hunger (especially after eating)
• Dry mouth
• Frequent urination
• Unexplained weight loss (even though you are eating and feel hungry)
• Fatigue (weak, tired feeling)
• Blurred vision
• Headaches

Fields of Yoga Dubai News for November

YogaWalk!

As it is Wednesday, there is another opportunity to join us TONIGHT at 6pm for YogaWalk on the beach next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant (just north of the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club). Grab a pair of comfy walking shoes, your yoga mat and a bottle of water for this unique yoga practice. We begin our moonlit session with a gentle yoga warming practice, then set off on a 4.5Km walk and finally finish off back on our mats with yoga stretches, meditation and yoga nidra, caressed by the seaside breeze and serenaded by the rhythm of the waves. Participants have reported lower stress levels, better sleep and uplifted moods after participating in YogaWalk. As always, YogaWalk remains a FREE class!

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Solar Light Donation?

Now that the sun sets earlier, we are in need of a string or two of solar lights for our beach YogaWalk practice. (Our candle-lit lanterns are proving a little difficult) Do you have a string of solar lights that you would like to donate or lend to our practice? If so, please let me know or just bring them along tonight.

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Dubai's Community Art Scene

Want to contribute toward a stronger sense of community in Dubai? This Saturday 5 November at 6pm there is a Members Exhibition at the Dubai International Art Centre in Jumeirah 1. All artists are residents of Dubai and this is a wonderful opportunity to support local artists and purchase beautiful pieces at excellent prices. More information, go to: http://www.artdubai.com/Gallery76-upcoming-exhibition.html On a personal note, three of my pieces will be on display at the exhibition. (DIAC  Street 75b, Villa No 27, Jumeirah Beach Road, Near Town Centre)

'Tis the Season!

As we head closer to the winter holidays, the sweet and often unhealthy treats start to make their appearance at work and at home. As an option to the corn syrups, processed sugars and the like, here is another wonderful recipe from the Nest and Glow website. These chocolate and nut butter cups will satisfy your sweet tooth and give the the anti-oxident benefits of almonds and dark chocolate. It's a win-win recipe! http://www.nestandglow.com/healthy-recipes/raw-chocolate-almond-nut-butter-cups

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YogaFest 2016

Mark your calendars for YogaFest on 11 November at Dubai Internet City Amphitheater. Come and enjoy free full moon yoga sessions hosted by the House of Yoga. Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1780694178841480/ for more information.

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For more information on these events or private yoga sessions, please feel free to contact me via email or WhatsApp (+971 50 2844374)

New Season, New Opportunities!

FIELDS OF YOGA DUBAI

Private Yoga Lessons

+971 (0)50 284 4374

3 September 2016

I think it was John Lennon who said, "Life is what happens when you're making other plans." Last spring I announced that we were moving out of the UAE but then life happened and here we still are in Dubai getting back into our new-school-year routine.

PRIVATE YOGA LESSONS (1-1 or group) 

Now that I have overcome jet lag and a surprise 'welcome-back-to-Dubai' flu, I am happy to offer private lessons once again. Private lessons can conveniently fit into your busy schedule, can take place at my home studio or your home, at the beach or in a park. Another reason to choose private lessons is that you get a yoga session that is designed just for you!   I offer private lessons every day except Friday, from 6am to 8pm. Sessions are filling up quickly so be sure to book your private lessons today! The rates (below) are valid for up to 5 people so if you have friends who would like to join you, you could share the cost.

You can choose from Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Pre/Post-natal yoga and meditation for all levels.  Private lessons are 75-minutes long and the rates are as follows. If you would like additional information regarding private yoga lessons, please let me know.

PRIVATE LESSONS - RATES

1 lesson (pay-as-you-go): 350aed

10 pre-paid lessons: 3000aed (3 month validity)

YOGA WALK

I'm very excited to offer this FREE yoga + walking session every Wednesday evening from 6pm-8pm. We'll begin on the beach with a few yoga stretches then have a well-paced walk for a designated distance (increasing our distance each week). We will finish where we began with more yoga stretches and a bit of meditation. Our start/end point will be next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant (end of Jumeirah 3/beginning of Umm Suqeim 1). Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.  ALL are welcome!

If you would like to register for any of the yoga options mentioned, please contact me via phone or WhatsApp (+971502844374) or by email (fieldsofyoga@gmail.com)

All Good Things Must Come to an End

It has been my sincere pleasure to offer the free Sunrise Beach Yoga for the past 4 years. I have enjoyed meeting yogis from all corners of the world. I have seen raw beginners become transformed and devoted to their yoga practice and I have watched my yoga teacher colleagues turn off the 'teacher voice' in their head and just surrender to the practice. The yoga community in Dubai has grown exponentially in the last 4 years and it has been an honour to be part of that growth.

Last week I sent a schedule for our February yoga sessions. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at the situation) I will have knee surgery this Saturday afternoon with several weeks of recovery. Additionally, I am preparing for a move back to the USA. In short this means that this Saturday, 6 February will be the LAST Sunrise Beach Yoga session.

Please come and join me for this last session together! The sunrise, the water, the breeze and peaceful hour are worth sacrificing a bit of sleep - oh and the yoga isn't bad either!

Our session will begin at 7am, in our usual spot, next to the Bait al Bahar Restaurant at the end of Jumeirah 3, beginning of Umm Suqeim 1, just north of the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC).

If I don't see you on Saturday, I'll take this opportunity wish you peace, happiness and much laughter on your life's journey.

Namaste,

Julie