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Theresa Oswald, MD – Alive and Healthy Institute

by Tracy • October 19, 2010

Theresa Oswald, MD

• Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Diplomat of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine
• Mother of 2 teenagers
• Vegetarian cook with a passion for simple recipes
• Yoga student for life
• Graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin and postgraduate training at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Northwestern University

After practicing conventional medicine for over 15 years, Dr. Terri came to the realization that there was much more to the art of medicine then just pills, tests and procedures. Since 2004, she has been studying integrative medicine with a wide array of experts from across the country.

Integrative medicine is a philosophical shift away from more specialization and micromanagement of individual organ systems to a focus on the whole person including their body, mind and social support.Integrative medicine blends the best of conventional medicine with whole body healing systems.

Her travels to India and Africa enhanced her knowledge of Ayurveda, Yoga Science and indigenous medicines. She enjoys working in cooperation with clients interested in health and healing using food as medicine, breathing and exercise as therapies.
“Knowledge is medicine and knowing more about your body’s healing forces can greatly improve your ability to activate your body’s innate healing powers. Less pills, more skills — this is the optimal way to heal!” – Dr. Terri

You can contact Dr. Terri at Alive and Healthy by email, Terri@aliveandhealthy.com or reach her directly at 214-663-3370. For more information, please go to AliveandHealthy.com.

Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • October 18, 2010

• Next Session: January 14-16
• Fridays: 5:30-8:30pm
• Saturdays: 9:30-5:30pm
• Sundays: 11-6:00pm
• Contact Tracy for registration information

An in-depth 11 week course series will be beginning in mid June consisting of 18hrs for each weekend series being offered. The dates for all the courses are located on our ‘In-Depth Courses’ page. Click here to learn more about ‘Yoga for Freedom’ including topic, times and cost.

The suggested contribution for a 3-day weekend courses is $200-$240

These courses are designed to provide you a deeper understanding of the yoga tradition and practice leading to transformational life experiences. Yoga Balance is Registered with Yoga Alliance. Yoga for Freedom is a contribution based series of in depth courses that offers the wisdom, knowledge and benefits of this ancient sacred practice to all devoted students and teachers on the path of self realization creating freedom of mind, body and spirit.

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat (May 14-19, 2011)

by Tracy • September 8, 2010

Yoga & Creativity Retreat

• WHEN: May 14 – 19
• WHERE: Pura Vida Spa • Alajuela, Costa Rica

Connect to your body and soul in gorgeous Costa Rica at the luscious Pura Vida Spa. Tracy Carruth (Yoga Balance) and Silky Hart (Expressive Hart) combine yoga and creative expression to give you a retreat experience filled with opportunities to connect with your magnificent self, your creativity, nature and new friends.

Enjoy daily yoga classes, expressive arts activities, eco-tours and healthy cuisine while pampering yourself in a country renowned for its natural beauty. No previous background is necessary. Just bring your desire to play and have fun! Do as much or as little as you like. It’s your time to enjoy beautiful Costa Rica! Pura Vida!

• For additional information, contact:

Tracy Carruth
972.832.5864
tracycarruth@sbcglobal.net

Silky Hart Michero
972.890.6394
silky@expressivehart.com
www.expressivehart.com

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat – Daily Schedule

by Tracy • September 8, 2010

Schedule for Yoga & Creativity Retreat 2011
Do as much or as little as you like. It’s your time to enjoy beautiful Costa Rica! Pura Vida! The half-day Canopy Adventure (treetop tour that sends you flying through the trees) departs daily at 8:30 AM. The sun rises all year round 5:30 AM and by 6:00 AM everyone is usually naturally awake and alert. Sunset is around 6:00 pm all year round.

Daily Schedule

Saturday, May 14

• 2:00 pm – Check-in
• 8:30 pm – Welcome with Easy Yoga and Easy Expressive Arts

Sunday, May 15

• 6:00 – 7:00 am Yoga
• 7:00 – 7:30 am Meditation
• 3:00 – 4:00 pm Expressive Arts
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm Yoga
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Journaling

Monday, May 16

• 6:00 – 7:00 am Yoga
• 7:00 – 7:30 am Meditation
• 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Water Fall Gardens (optional)
• 3:00 – 4:00 pm Expressive Arts
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm Yoga
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Journaling

Tuesday, May 17

• 6:00 – 7:00 am Yoga
• 7:00 – 7:30 am Meditation
• 3:00 – 4:00 pm Expressive Arts
• 5:00 – 6:00 pm Yoga
• 8:30 – 9:30 pm Restorative Yoga and Journaling

Wednesday, May 18

• FREE DAY
• There are three eco-tours options available today:
  5:45 am – 6:30 pm White Water Rafting
  6:30 am – 6:00 pm Day at the Beach
  7:30 am Wild Life Boat Tour (full day)
Or, you may want time on your own for a spa day or to tour around.

Thursday, May 19

• 11 AM Check- out

Daily Meal Times

• 7:30 – 9:00 am Breakfast
• 1:00 – 2:30 pm Lunch
• 6:30 – 8:00 pm Dinner

Cost Rica 2011 – Pura Vida!

by Tracy • September 8, 2010

A wide variety of accommodations are available:

• Tentalow: Double/$680 • Single/$820
• Standard: Double/$730 • Single/$920
• Deluxe: Double/$830 • Single/$1,065
• Super Deluxe: Double/$900 • Single/$1,210
• Suite: Double/$995 • Single/$1,405
• Pagoda: Double/$1,120 • Single/$1,605

The prices listed above include:

• 5 nights accommodation
• 3 healthy and natural meals each day
• transportation to and from San Jose International Airport
• daily yoga class
• daily expressive arts class

Eco-excursions and spa treatments are extra.
Available Eco-excursions include:

• Canopy Tour (zip line)
• White Water Rafting
• Day at the Beach
• Wildlife Boat Tour
• Poas Volcano

A Yoga Class for Athletes – Yes it can help!!

by Tracy • July 15, 2010

Whether you are a novice to yoga or an experienced yogi, an elite athlete or lacing up your first pair of running shoes, this class will help you discover how yoga can enhance your performance and well being. An intelligently designed yoga class offers the most complete workout and is an excellent addition to the sport of your choice. Regular class begins every Thursday, July 8th 5:45pm

In this class you will learn:

• Specific postures to help you build Strength and Stamina without weights, which often shorten muscles, impede quality circulation and create misaligned “rounded” posture and joint problems
• Specific postures and breathing practices to build Endurance without repetitive exercises that can cause stress fractures and chronic pain
• Specific postures to increase Flexibility, Balance and proper Alignment that result in pure functional strength
• Specific postures and breathing practices to sharpen Mental Focus and reduce stress, improving overall Performance and well being

Yoga for Athletes Class – Starts July 8th 5:45pm

by Tracy • July 1, 2010

• Thursdays
• 5:45 – 7pm
• Starting July 8th

Whether you are a novice to yoga or an experienced yogi, an elite athlete or lacing up your first pair of running shoes this class will help you discover how yoga can enhance your performance and well being. We will use the foundations of yoga to bring awareness and balance to areas affected by the repetitive strain on muscles and joints used in running and sports. This class will help you improve flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus

Ahimsa – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• June 18-20

Course will include Yoga Balance Level 1 Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy Introduction, Breakdown of Sun Salutes, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Satya – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• July 16-18

Course will include Yoga Balance Level 1 Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Philosophy – Paths of Yoga Kirtan Bhakti, Breakdown of Standing Poses, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Asteya – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

July 30 – August 1
Course will include Yoga Balance Level 1 Classes, Pranayama, Meditation Workshop, Yoga Philosophy, Breakdown of Seated Poses, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Aparigraha – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• August 13-15

Course will include Yoga Balance Level 2 Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Sutras,  Breakdown of Sun Salutes, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Saucha – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• September 17-19

Course will include Yoga Balance Level 2 Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Breakdown of Seated Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Nidra Relaxation

Santosha – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• October 1-3

Course will include Yoga Balance Mixed Level Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Breakdown of Poses, Yogic Diet and Ayurveda, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Tapas – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• October 15-17

Course will include Yoga Balance Mixed Level Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Breakdown of Poses, Yoga Anatomy Physical and Subtle, Zen Yin Practice, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

Svadhyaya – Yoga for Freedom

by Tracy • May 6, 2010

• November 5-7

Course will include Yoga Balance Mixed Level Classes, Pranayama, Meditation, Breakdown of Poses, Inversions, Assisting/Adjusting and Group Teaching

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