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Latest update: Sunday, 10 July morning Intro to Ashtanga workshop – road closure, access to hirafu188 affected

Dear workshop participants, 
There'll be a road closure on Route 343 due to the The Niseko Classic Race on Sunday, 10 July 2016. As far as we are aware at the moment, Route 343 between Higashiyama and Hirafu will be closed from 09:00 to 12:00, and Route 343 between Kutchan and Hirafu will be closed from 10:00 to 12:00.

You may like to plan your journey ahead and use alternative routes to get to hirafu188. Please contact us at yoga@sanctuaryniseko.com for more information.

Namaste,
Marika, Iku + Jac
Sanctuary Niseko Yoga
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Come practice with Ashtanga teacher Tsutomu Yonashiro! Daily yoga sessions starting tomorrow Wednesday, 6 July until Tuesday, 12 July. Open to all levels.

Book now at www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga
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DAILY ASHTANGA SESSIONS with TSUTOMU YONASHIRO
(6, 7, 8 July, and 11 & 12 July) at hirafu188, 5F

Following Nancy Gilgoff's inspiring workshop in May, Tsutomu Yonashiro(Nancy’s teaching assistant) will be leading Daily Ashtanga Yoga Sessions on 6, 7, 8 July; 11, 12 July, and a special Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga Workshop on 9 &10 July (open to all levels).

The daily sessions – Morning Mysore sessions for individualised practice and personalised attention to each person's abilities and needs, and Evening LED classes and to allow practitioners to move through a guided practice of the Primary Series. The sessions are open to beginners who are new to Ashtanga, as well as practitioners of all levels to deepen their practice.

Schedule:
Morning Mysore: 09:30 - 11:30 (Self practice sessions with guidance from Tsutomu)
Note: You can drop in between these hours, and practice for any amount of time you’d like. You’ll receive personal guidance from Tsutomu, according to your individual level of practice. 
Tsutomu will gently guide you through the sequence. For more experienced practitioners, you’d be able to practice both 1st and 2nd series during the Mysore sessions.

Evening LED: 18:15 - 20:00 (Guided practice of the Primary Series)
Price:
Mysore Mornings and LED evenings 6, 7, 8 July & 11, 12 July: ¥2,500/drop-in
Block of any 5 classes LED or Mysore: ¥11,000

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Accommodation packages at Ki Niseko are available. Please email us to enquire.
More information on www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga
For enquiries, please email: yoga@sanctuaryniseko.com
This event is kindly supported by Ki Niseko and hirafu188

9 & 10 JULY SUMMER YOGA WORKSHOPS!

Sat and Sun mornings: Introduction to Ashtanga by Tsutomu Yonashiro 
Sat and Sun afternoons: Restorative Yoga and Meditation workshop by Lisa Pollard Yoga and Meditation Teacher
Hirafu188, 5F

Bookings are now open at www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga
¥3,500/workshop or ¥6,000/full-day

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RETURN TO CENTRE: SUMMER YOGA WORKSHOPS with TSUTOMU YONASHIRO & LISA POLLARD (9 & 10 July)

Experience a summer yoga weekend with 2 great yoga teachers!

The workshops are a great way to learn the fundamentals of a rejuvenating, balanced practice – one where you could integrate into your daily practice at home!

Start your day with the Introduction to Ashtanga workshop with Tsutomu Yonashiro where you'll learn the fundamentals of the Ashtanga practice, as well as build a solid foundation of the dynamic practice by linking postures (asanas) and the breath. This invigorating and inspiring workshop is open to practitioners of all levels - from someone who is stepping onto the mat for the first time (or in a long time), to an experienced yogi who is looking to deepen their practice.

Ease into the afternoon with a gentle and enriching Yoga and Mindfulness Workshop with Lisa Pollard Yoga and Meditation Teacher, where you'll learn about the importance of mindfulness, and how you are able to embrace it both in your yoga practice and your everyday life. The restorative focus of this workshop will not only work on your deep connecting tissues, but also to help heal the body and mind. Lisa will guide you through a mindful yoga practice, restorative yoga, and guided mindfulness meditation. Each session will be an inward journey and an unfolding experiential exploration of embodying your practice. (www.lisapollard.com)

Level: Open to all levels
Schedule (both Sat & Sun): 
10:30 - 12:30 - Introduction to Ashtanga by Tsutomu Yonashiro
12:30 - 14:00 - Lunch break
14:00 - 16:30 - Yoga and Mindfulness workshop by Lisa Pollard
Each participant is encouraged to bring 2 blankets, 2 cushions, long scarf, shawl or wrap, and preferred meditation equipment (e.g. bolsters, stool)

Prices:
Saturday, 9 July: 
1 workshop (Either morning or afternoon workshop): ¥3,500
Both Saturday workshops: ¥6,000
Sunday, 10 July
1 workshop (Either morning or afternoon workshop): ¥3,500
Both Sunday workshops (¥6,000) (Either morning or afternoon workshop): ¥3,500

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Accommodation packages are available at Ki Niseko. Please email us to enquire.
More information on www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga
For enquiries, please email: yoga@sanctuaryniseko.com

This event is kindly supported by Ki Niseko and hirafu188

Start your mornings with personalised Mysore-style yoga sessions

Start your mornings with personalised Mysore-style yoga sessions withTsutomu Yonashiro at hirafu188 on 6, 7, 8 July and 11 & 12 July 2016.
A Mysore class is based on a self practice session of the Ashtanga sequence. Everyone works at their own pace and at their own level, which allows personalised one-to-one personalised guidance catered to your needs.
The best part - you could drop in anytime between 09:30 and 11:30 and practice as long or as short as you'd like to between these hours.
¥2,500/drop-in or ¥11,000 for a block of 5 Mysore or LED classes.

Book now at www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga

Sanctuary Niseko Yoga Workshops at Hirafu 188

Located in the heart of upper Hirafu Village and walking distance to everything including shops and restaurants, hirafu188 is the premium event and conference space for the Niseko area, offering a comprehensive range of facilities and convenient accessibility for groups and private functions.

Located on the fifth floor you’ll feel on top of the world – the views overlooking land marks of beautiful Mount Yotei and the Niseko area are breathtaking.

www.hirafu188.com/eventspace/

50% off for Summer Sanctuary Niseko Yoga Workshop Participants at Ki Niseko!

Participants in Sanctuary Niseko Yoga's July workshops can receive up to 50% off* on their stay when staying for three or more nights between the 6th and 12th of July at  Ki Niseko. Just a short 10min walk from hirafu188, there is no better way to unwind after, than a soak in the Ki Niseko Onsen. Rooms offer breathtaking Mt Yotei and Mt Annupuri views with upscale amenities which include complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning and state-of-the-art entertainment system.

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast spread at 杏ダイニング／杏カフェ＆バー　An Dining / An Cafe&Bar, located on the ground floor of the hotel. You'll also be amazed by their dinner menu, marrying raw creativity with years of international experience. Head Chef Shinichi Maeda uses only the freshest Hokkaido produce to delight the most discerning of guest palates.

Hotel accomodation discounts will apply to participants in either Tsutomu Yonashiro's Ashtanga Yoga Practice (July 6th, 7th,8th, 11th and 12th) orLisa Ellen Pollard's Return to Centre workshop (July 9th and 10th).

Book your stay now: www.kiniseko.com/…/50-off-for-summer-sanctuary-niseko-yoga-…

YOGA & MINDFULNESS AFTERNOON WORKSHOP with Lisa Pollard (9 & 10 July)

Experience the interconnectedness of yoga & mindfulness as you explore non-judgement, patience, non-striving, letting be & kind curiosity. Come home to the body, mind & heart through these gentle nurturing practices, opening to the wisdom of your own body.

Restorative yoga is a practice where your body is supported by yoga props; slow fluid yoga sequencing, walking meditation, guided mindfulness meditation & silence. Suitable for beginners to experienced practitioners, pre & post natal or those recovering from illness or injury. The weekend afternoon will be led by Lisa Pollard Yoga and Meditation Teacher with more than 26 years of practice & teaching experience, in educational, corporate, medical and organizational settings. Her openhearted approach to teaching creates a warm inviting space to discover the joys of these mind-body practices.

photo: Elaine BUll

Bookings still open at: www.sanctuaryniseko.com/yoga
For enquiries, please email: yoga@sanctuaryniseko.com
This event is kindly supported by Ki Niseko and hirafu188