Sage Wellness

It’s happening y’all. New class offering on Mondays from 5:45pm-6:45pm at Living Yoga and Wellness. This is an all levels vinyasa class and it is open to everybody. Beginners welcome. Seasoned practitioners welcome. Thanks to Elise Angel and everybody for welcoming me in. I’m looking forward to connecting with this community and if it feels right for you, I hope to see you there!

Spend a little time every day observing your thoughts. Know what you are giving your energy to. Know where your thoughts are coming from and if necessary, change them. "Whatever is true, honest, pure, lovely... think on these things."

Sage Wellness updated their business hours.

Sage Wellness updated their address.

Lots of fond memories in this little space that served me well for the last 5 years. We left a lot of good vibes on the floor and I am happy to release it to whoever moves in next while I relocate to our new space!

During this move I am temporary closed but will begin taking appointments on Monday, June 8th. New address: 1551 21st Avenue North, Suite 11 Myrtle Beach SC 29577

Can’t wait to start working with you there!

Looking forward to being back in action tomorrow! If you do not yet feel comfortable with close contact, then I encourage you to stay home, take care of yourself, and venture out only when you are ready. For those planning to see me, here are some things to know for your safety:

If you feel ill, do not come in

Service is by appointment only

Due to health reasons, I will not be wearing a mask during sessions but you are welcome to wear your own if you wish

All linens, tools, and equipment used during each session will be promptly changed, cleansed, and/or wiped down with disinfectant

There will be 30 minutes between each appointment to allow time for each client to leave and cleaning to be done before the next client arrives

Please try not to arrive more than 10 minutes prior to your appointment start time

Enjoy your session. Massage therapy is known to improve immune system health, relieve stress, and reduce risk of injury during everyday activities.

I will be reopening on the 18th! You can begin booking for the last two weeks of May online or by phone. I will be relocating soon so stay tuned for updates.

I know many of you are wondering when I will be open for business again. Me too! It is still uncertain at this time but keep checking in and I will update this page and the website when I have a definite date. Thank you for your continued support, do your best to keep moving, remember to relax, and I look forward to working with you again soon 🙏 ❤️ 🙏.

Did you know massage therapy has been shown to improve immune system function? Reducing cortisol levels and increasing lymph and blood flow enhances your body's natural defenses and improves your chances of staying healthy! You can even self massage or get your partner to help you out if you are isolating right now. If you are feeling well and want to do something for yourself during this stressful time, I am open for business and I promise I wash my hands regularly! Book via the link below:
http://sagewellnessyoga.com/onlinebooking.html

New class offering at the studio. LEVEL 1 Yoga. This is a great way to get introduced to the practice in an intimate environment where you will receive personal attention and quality instruction. If you or someone you know has been looking for a way to get started, here it is. Hope to see you there. www.sagewellnessyoga.com

Sage Wellness updated their information in their About section.

Renewal Yoga is a 6 week program specifically designed for those affected by Traumatic Brain Injury. If you or someone you know has had a TBI and would like to explore the benefits of practical yoga techniques for their unique needs, please click the link below for more info and to sign up! Space is limited to 6 people and classes begin February 15th.

https://sagewellness.as.me/?appointmentType=9101592

Due to hurricane Florence and the mandatory evacuation, we will be closed beginning Tuesday 9/11. Stay safe!

*** THIS COURSE IS FULL. ENROLLMENT CLOSED.***

AWAKEN YOUR INFINITE POTENTIAL
Join us for a Sattva Yoga Course
Reconnect to your Divine Nature by experiencing the Wisdom of Yoga through the practice of Pranayama, Kriyas, Mudras, Mantras, Chanting, Meditation and Ayurveda.
We will end each class with a Sattva Yoga Journey, an ancient practice from the Himalayas.
In this Course, you will learn and practice: Pranayama, Conscious Breathing Techniques Mudras, Position of the hands that brings deep healing and balance to the entire being. Bandhas, How to use them in your yoga practice and in your daily life Mantras, Sacred Sanskrit language; ways to use them Kriyas, techniques that lead us to expansion; how to practice them Chanting, for healing, abundance and enlightenment Meditation, how to meditate, types of meditation Ayurveda, the sister of yoga, what is your Dosha type, how to find balance by recognize them
This is a 7 week course that will meet once a week for a 2 hour lesson, each day studying a new topic followed by guided practice. For the student, this course will result in the understanding and application of the elements of Sattva Yoga as a complete approach to self-development and well-being. This course offers 14 hours of specialized instruction from a well=trained and experienced teacher. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome to join. Must sign up for the entire course and attendance is limited to 9 students total.
COST:
Early Bird Price until March 31 - $114
Regular Price after March 31 - $140
DATES:
Course Begins April 15 from 12pm - 2pm and meets every Sunday at the same time ending on May 27. Partial enrollment is not available and because space is limited, no refunds will be issued less than a week in advance of course start date.

*** THIS COURSE IS FULL. ENROLLMENT CLOSED ***

AWAKEN YOUR INFINITE POTENTIAL
Join us for a Sattva Yoga Course
Reconnect to your Divine Nature by experiencing the Wisdom of Yoga through the practice of Pranayama, Kriyas, Mudras, Mantras, Chanting, Meditation and Ayurveda.
We will end each class with a Sattva Yoga Journey, an ancient practice from the Himalayas.
In this Course, you will learn and practice: Pranayama, Conscious Breathing Techniques Mudras, Position of the hands that brings deep healing and balance to the entire being. Bandhas, How to use them in your yoga practice and in your daily life Mantras, Sacred Sanskrit language; ways to use them Kriyas, techniques that lead us to expansion; how to practice them Chanting, for healing, abundance and enlightenment Meditation, how to meditate, types of meditation Ayurveda, the sister of yoga, what is your Dosha type, how to find balance by recognize them
This is a 7 week course that will meet once a week for a 2 hour lesson, each day studying a new topic followed by guided practice. For the student, this course will result in the understanding and application of the elements of Sattva Yoga as a complete approach to self-development and well-being. This course offers 14 hours of specialized instruction from a well=trained and experienced teacher. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome to join. Must sign up for the entire course and attendance is limited to 9 students total.

COST:
Early Bird Price until March 31 - $114
Regular Price after March 31 - $140

DATES:
Course Begins April 15 from 12pm - 2pm and meets every Sunday at the same time ending on May 27. Partial enrollment is not available and because space is limited, no refunds will be issued less than a week in advance of course start date.

ABOUT THE TEACHER:
Erika Guerra-Todd is a 500 Hrs trained, Registered Yoga Teacher with a passion for sharing this ancient practice as it has been passed on to her. The yoga she teaches is transformational and a way of living that brings us into harmony with ourselves and nature. Her training includes:
200 Hrs in The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga (The Chopra Center, California)
300 Hrs in Sattva Yoga (Sattva Academy, India)

www.sagewellnessyoga.com

******UPDATE****** This course is full

Enrollment Closed
YOGA FOUNDATIONS - A Beginner's Course

IT'S BACK!

Click the link below and enroll by February 18 to receive the Early Bird price of $80. After the 18th, the price goes up to $120.
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=13368552&action=addCart&clear=1&id=321775

Learn the fundamentals of Yoga in this 6 part series designed to get you started on your path toward physical well-being, mental clarity, and emotional balance. By the end of this course you will gain a basic understanding of Yoga as a lifestyle, know the components that make up this system as a whole and how to integrate them into a daily practice, learn proper breathing, movement, and relaxation techniques, know how to work with your unique body in a safe manner to prevent injuries and feel confident attending group classes at any yoga studio so you can continue to learn beyond this course.

Topics covered will include:
Yoga Philosophy and Theory
Biomechanics and Injury Prevention
Basic Asana (yoga posture) Practices
Basic Pranayama (yogic breathing) Practices
Basic Meditation (mental concentration) Practices

If this is the opportunity you've been waiting for, then stop thinking about it and make the decision to come learn in a safe, intimate, judgment-free environment and get started on the path towards wellness. Attendance is limited to 6 Students. Must sign up for entire course. No refunds.

Course begins March 4th and ends April 8th
Class will meet Sundays at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Mar. 4
Mar. 11
Mar. 18
Mar. 25
Apr. 1
Apr. 8

www.sagewellnessyoga.com
843-907-3570

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No class this morning either. Happy snow day! We only get one every couple of years after all :).

No class tonight yogis. Stay warm, stay safe and we will get back at it tomorrow.

Happy New Year! Special offer to get a 10 Class Pass for $50 ends January 31st. There is no better time to get into a hot yoga practice. Purchase in store or online. www.sagewellnessyoga.com

Happy Winter Solstice! Remember to take time to withdraw, nourish, and reflect tonight as another cycle comes to a close. Enjoy the quiet and rest and know that even in the darkness, the light of life never stops burning

Happy December! As winter (slowly) rolls in, stay warm with some wonderfully, melty services here at Sage Wellness. All month you can enjoy a 90 minute Hot Stone Massage for $100! Love aromatherapy and the benefits of anti-inflammatory herbs on your skin? Add a steamed Herbal Ball to any length of table massage for only $10! This is a limited time offer and only available for the month of December. Book now at the link. Discount taken at time of service.

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It's Small Business Saturday and I want to give a shout out to all of you who have supported, promoted, and encouraged me all year! It's been a wonderful 2017 and I'm looking forward to many more years in the community stretching, kneading, sweating, and moving out the kinks. So much gratitude!

Today was Lesson 1 of the Yoga Foundations Course. We learned about connecting to ourselves, accepting all of our sensations and feelings as information whether they seem pleasant or unpleasant. This information gives us an opportunity to respond with compassion, awareness, and healing intentions. When we resist the things we don't want to feel, we create tension within outselves, we lose the ability to communicate on an inner level and this causes us to suffer. Accept it. Feel it. Let it go. Be free.

The Foundations Course is full! Enrollment is now closed. Looking forward to working with all of you who signed up starting in a few weeks :).

Don't be afraid to catch feelz!

If you're like most people, you probably spend a lot of time struggling against your emotions. Sometimes they are uncomfortable, unpleasant, and maybe even a little scary...so we resist. This resistance actually makes things worse for us and perpetuates the struggle. The only way out is to let yourself feel, sit with it, experience it, and let it pass. Neurologist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor says this about emotions:

'It takes less than 90 seconds for an emotion to get triggered, surge chemically through the blood stream, then get flushed out.
There’s an automatic and chemical response in the body, even to an EXTREME emotion, that simply cannot last longer than 90 seconds. After that, anything that you feel is OF YOUR OWN CHOOSING.
If you FIGHT the emotion and you don’t allow it’s natural release through your body, you are going to have to fight it again and again. If you open yourself to it and remain completely present, it will pass within 90 seconds.'

Pictured below is Camel Posture, my favorite facilitator of feelings, sensations, and physical responses. This posture has taught me how to feel and not panic, how to breathe and watch the feeling pass, and how to accept this experience of being human. The process brings me from discomfort to comfort; from resistance to acceptance, from fear to understanding, and completely changes the way I exist in this life. If you want to learn more, come practice yoga with me any day of the week and experience for yourself what this method has to teach you :).

What is the most common reason for joint pain developing in the body? Muscle adhesion. One more reason massage therapy is a key component of a regular wellness plan. This video explains it in under two minutes.

https://youtu.be/dLNa17Qcw3E

Adhesion Adhesion is the most common and most under diagnosed musculoskeletal problem.

Sage Wellness now takes appointments on their Page.

Class Changes--
Cancellations: Friday 8/18 1pm and Monday 8/21 12pm and 6pm.

Beginning 8/25, Friday will have a new class at 10am (unheated) instead of the usual 1pm and Monday will have a new class at 10am (heated) instead of the usual 12pm. All other classes remain the same :).

Yoga Foundations Course

Yoga Foundations Course By the end of this course, you will gain a basic understanding of Yoga as a lifestyle, know the components that make up this system as a whole and how to integrate them into your life, learn proper breathing, movement, and relaxation techniques, know how to work with your unique body in a safe manne...

Women's Circle is cancelled tonight! Sorry for the late notice. Kara is not feeling well so we will postpone 'til next month. Next Circle will meet September 12 from 7pm-8pm.

I'm often asked about stretching and how to increase flexibility. We often approach our body like we are going to battle with an enemy. If we can learn to work WITH our body rather than against it, we might start to see some progress. Here is an explanation about what is actually happening when we stretch. Worth a read if you wanna know more about your body.

Why You Can’t “Stretch” a Muscle Did you know that you can't actually "stretch" a muscle? According to Ralph Stevens, muscles are "not elastic."

Good health requires balance in our lives and bodies. It is important to both work and rest. Come learn how to find this balance through yoga as we move and work through a series of postures while simultaneously learning how to rest and relax both mentally and physically. Two options today are 12pm and 6pm classes.

Feeling extra depleted? Get a massage and let me help get your energy flowing again so you can move with ease!

ATTN: Evening class attendees,
Beginning today, if there are no enrollees by 5pm, the evening class will be cancelled for that night. If at least one person signs up by 5pm (online or by text), class will be held. If you're unsure, don't hesitate to text or call. When evening attendance becomes more consistent (read - when summer is over), this policy may change. THIS ONLY APPLIES TO EVENINGS. Day time peeps disregard :).

Thanks and happy Monday!

Two chances to practice today. 12pm and 6pm. Spending just 75 minutes of your day to cleanse, strengthen, and bring balance back to your body will leave you feeling revived and powerful. So worth it! Just show up.

It's good for you. Two chances to sweat it out today --1:00pm and 6:00pm