YOGA FOR A CAUSE - CASA
On Monday, June 18th our 6 pm Yoga class will be free for all. We will be taking donations and all proceeds will go directly to CASA. Sana Vida will even match all proceeds! Come help us "Be The Change."

Prepare your skin for summer!
The radiant rays of the sun feel good to our soul, but the UV exposure is extremely damaging to the our skin! Save 15% on all sunscreens purchased in June.

Shed Your Winter Skin!
Purchase a microderm package (6 weekly microderms for $500.00 or 10 weekly Microderms for $700.00) and receive a Salt Glow (valued at $100.00) absolutely free!.

AYURVEDA TRIPLE SHOT!

• Lifestyle, Diet & Nutrition Consultation
• Abhyanga Hot Oil Massage
• Personalized Ayurvedic Restorative Facial

GENTLE BEGINNER'S YOGA
IS NOW A WEEKLY CLASS
INSTEAD OF A WORKSHOP!
Due to the overwhelming interest, we have decided to add Gentle Beginners Yoga to our regular weekly schedule. Not only does this give you more flexibility it also saves you money! So grab your friends and introduce them to yoga. Remember they get their first class free if they purchase a 10 Class Pass!

What happened to saying grace before meals? Maybe you grew out of the habit, maybe you were never taught to say grace, or maybe you only do so on special occasions. A feeling of appreciation for the enjoyment and nourishment of a good meal is natural, but we seem to be losing the tradition of grace, and as we do, something deeper, more subtle and satisfying to the heart, is also being lost.

Part of that loss is our fading awareness of our connection with the world around us. According to the yogis, we are indebted to that which nurtures and supports our lives. Offering up a prayer of gratitude and thanksgiving before a meal is one way of repaying that debt. But in the modern world, food materializes from plastic wrappers, cardboard boxes, and aluminum cans. When lunch is delivered in a Styrofoam carton, it is easy to forget the richness of the soil, the sweetness of the rain, and the heat of the sun that brought the meal to our table. A cereal box doesn't inspire the same feeling as a field of wheat rippling in the sun; a display of perfectly shaped wax apples stacked under the neon lights of the supermarket doesn't call to mind the bounty of the tree; and a plastic jug of homogenized milk doesn't remind us of the cow that provided it. Food becomes just another commodity, and the expression of gratitude seems old-fashioned and meaningless.

If you have forgotten how to say grace, or never learned, consider making it part of your mealtime. This simple and easy practice can be intensely fulfilling. It is helpful to wash your hands before you sit down to eat, not only for the obvious reasons of cleanliness, but also as a means of making a mindful transition from other activities to the act of eating. When you sit down at the table, sit up straight. Look at your food. Close your eyes and become aware of your breathing. Mentally and audibly recite your prayer, remaining attentive to the significance of the words you chose to speak. Then, eat and enjoy! Let yourself be fully gratified.

Set your thermostat to 78 deg F.
Go higher, if the humidity is low. Turning a thermostat down to cool a room quickly doesn't work, and it makes the air conditioner run longer, not colder.

DID YOU KNOW...
The tenderloin is the leanest and most tender cut of pork. When the external visible fat on pork is removed before cooking, the result is a cut of meat that compares to chicken in calories, cholesterol and fat content.

Pork is a nutrient dense food, which means it has a high level of nutrients in proportion to its calorie content. It contains a high level of some of the essential B vitamins, such as B12, B6, thiamin, niacin and riboflavin. It is also rich in other nutrients, such as phosphorous, zinc, potassium, iron and magnesium, which are important to our daily diet. Our bodies require a certain amount of protein daily and the body does not store protein so we need to replenish it each day. A 3-ounce portion of pork provides approximately half of our daily requirement for protein.

Our bodies also require fat in our diet, which allows us to absorb vitamins that are fat-soluble and energy producing. But, too much fat is not healthy and will increase our cholesterol levels. Some cuts of pork are as low or lower in fat than chicken and over half of the fat is unsaturated fat, the type that helps lower cholesterol. Any cuts from the loin are good lean selections. Remember to always buy organic, natural, hormone & antibiotic free meat.

GILLED PORK TENDERLOIN with PINEAPPLE SALSA

2 (1-lb) pork tenderloins, trimmed of fat and silver skin, natural, hormone and antibiotic free.
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon ground chipotle chili powder
2 teaspoons salt, plus a pinch
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, crumbled
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 pineapple, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnishing
Cilantro Oil, for drizzling, (recipe follows)

Preheat a grill to high.

Rub the pork tenderloins all over with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with the chipotle chili powder, 2 teaspoons of the salt, the pepper, and the oregano. Rub the tenderloins well with the garlic and drizzle the lime juice over all. Allow the tenderloins to sit, refrigerated, for 45 minutes before cooking.

Brush the pineapple slices lightly with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, then place the pineapple slices on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until softened slightly and nicely marked by the grill, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and allow to cool to room temperature. Dice the pineapple slices (discard the tough core portions) and place in a medium non- reactive bowl. Add the red onion, remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, remaining pinch of salt, jalapeno peppers, red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro and stir to combine. Set aside while you grill the pork.

Place the tenderloins on the hottest part of the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until well browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Reduce the grill temperature to low and continue to cook, turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 145 degrees F. Remove the tenderloins from the grill and allow to sit, loosely covered, for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Slice the tenderloins on the diagonal and serve with the grilled pineapple salsa and fresh cilantro sprigs. Drizzle with Cilantro Oil.

Cilantro Oil
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

Place herbs in a mini-chopper and blend. Slowly add oil to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper.

Serves 4

KID YOGA SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Yoga has proven to help kids with flexibility, strength, positive attitude, concentration, self-esteem, discipline, creativity, imagination, stress, and self awareness.

• Build focus, coordination, and strength in a safe, injury-free environment!
• Kids will learn the basics of yoga postures and movements along with simple relaxation techniques.
• We use fun exercises, game playing and story telling come to life!

July 23rd - August 15th

Mondays & Wednesdays
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm for 4 - 6 year olds
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm for 7 - 11 year olds

Session Price: $40 (for 1 class per week) or $80 (for 2 classes per week)

YOGA for GOLFERS


Yoga is now one of the golf world's hottest tools. Prominent tour professionals Greg Norman, Brett Quigley, Brad Faxon, Jonathan Kaye and Andrew Magee have embraced yoga to improve health on and off the course.

• Increase flexibility and range of motion by alleviating back, hip and shoulder pain.
• Improve balance and coordination for a fluid and controlled swing and stroke.
• Heighten concentration focusing on intent and reducing mental distractions.
• Release unconscious tension in the body and mind through conscious breathing and awareness.
• Advance your game through proper body alignment for greater power and precision.

Even if you don't win the bet, you'll be better able to reach your wallet!

Fridays June 22nd - July 27th (6 sessions)
7:30 - 8:30 am
$75 for the series
Instructor: Connie Mendoza

Sorry, no drop-ins for this series.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required.
No refunds after June 21st.

YOGA for BACK PAIN RELIEF


A good, regular yoga practice will go far in relieving the stress and tension that cause back pain. Studies have shown that, when done properly, yoga is the number one most effective remedy for relieving back pain. However, not all yoga poses alleviate back pain, and some can aggravate existing discomfort. It is vital to know which poses will be most helpful in reducing back pain. Connie will show you which poses are most appropriate for your specific situation. In addition, she will help you learn how to properly perform poses to strengthen the spinal column, diminish the occurrence of injury, and increase recovery time.

• Discover breathing techniques to help relieve pain.
• Gain flexibility and space in the spine.
• Achieve relaxation in the back.
• Improve balance and strength.
• Become aware of the mind-body connection.
• Learn to transition safely from one pose to the next, and how to incorporate safe movement into daily life.

Fridays June 22nd - July 27th
10:30 - 11:30 am
$75 for the series
Instructor: Connie Mendoza

Sorry, no drop-ins for this series.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required.
No refunds after June 21st.

Weight Management & More Support Session
Who: Persons seeking a holistic lifestyle change.
What: Friendly, non-judgmental guidance and support to alleviate excess weight, eating disorders, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, pain, and suppressed emotion.
When: The fourth Saturday of each month.
Time: 10:30a - 12:30p
Cost: $35 (vegetarian snacks offered)
Facilitators: Gina Caccavalla & Patti McCormick.