Greetings Forrest Yogis and Pilates Aficianados!

Last month was non-stop action for me in my personal life, what with a bevy of houseguests, an emergency root canal, a last-minute trip to the East Coast to honor my Grandma's passing, and a weekend of assisting my beloved yoga teacher Ana Forrest at Yoga Tree. Although I received many gifts of insight during these intense times, I can't tell you what a relief it has been this last week to see you all again and be in my regular routine. I love my students! Thank you for all your kind words and thoughts; I really do appreciate it.

On a professional note, I've got in goin' on, so to speak. I'd like to take this opportunity to share a couple of 'wins' with you all:

1.) Did you see my quotes in the current issue of Yoga Journal? I am featured in an article about using the clothesline to dry clothes as a conscious choice to help conserve energy. Oftentimes it feel daunting to me, but I am committed to continuing to learn about all the ways I can help heal the earth, and doing what I can each day to cut down on landfill waste and conserve our precious resources. I'm inspired by the words of my teacher Ana, "Instead of focusing on all that you can't do or control, ask yourself, 'What is one thing I CAN do today?" I would love to learn what YOU are doing to 'go green'. Find me on FACEBOOK and let me know.

2.) I am so honored to have been chosen as a 2010-2011 Lululemon Ambassador for the Berkeley store. As a part of my role as Ambassador, I am offering a FREE Pilates Mat class during the YOGA IN THE PARK event on June 12th at Willard Park in Berkeley. The event starts at 11:30 and ends at 5:30; join me from 4:30-5:30 for a delightful, fun, spirited Pilates Stretching and Core Workout!

Hope to see you in class sometime soon!

In gratitude for each and every one of you, my teachers,

Kristin

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FREE FORREST YOGA FOR YOU & A FRIEND AT SEVENTH HEAVEN

My good buddy and fellow seeker Pete Guinosso and I are in cahoots to offer you and your friends an opportunity to experience Forrest Yoga on us. Through June, bring yourself and a friend who is new to Seventh Heaven Yoga Studio to any of our 4:30pm classes, and you both get in free of charge!

Pete teaches on Mondays and Wednesdays at that time, while I hold it down at 4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Read more about Pete and his rockin' Forrest Yoga and Vinyasa classes:

Pete brings over 30 years of fitness experience to his yoga teaching. He graduated from the Forrest Yoga Teacher Training in 2006 and is continuously inspired by the students in his class, the teachings of Vipassana (Insight) Meditation, and Ana Forrest. He assisted Ana Forrest for a month during the Forrest Yoga Teacher Training 4/2009 and has over 600 hours of training with Ana Forrest. For more info on Pete including upcoming retreats and workshops and his current class schedule, visit www.yogaislife.net

CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE

BACKPACKING AND FORREST YOGA RETREAT IN YOSEMITE!

I am delighted to announce that I will be teaming up with Back to Earth Outdoor Adventures and Organic Catering on a backpacking and Forrest Yoga retreat to Yosemite National Park, from the evening of Thursday July 15th to Sunday afternoon the 18th. We'll head out on a lesser traveled route (5.5 miles in from the parking lot) into the majestic mountains and set up a comfortable backcountry camp with nature as our backdrop. Morning and afternoon yoga sessions in these expansive locations will fill you with serenity and inspiration. Back to Earth's gourmet backcountry cuisine will tantalize your taste buds. This will be a trip you will never forget!

This trip is limited to 11 participants and will sell out, so sign up soon to reserve your place! For more information or to register, click here.

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

"Use this question as a barometer for making life decisions: 'Does this brighten or dim my spirit?' Choose what brightens you." - Ana Forrest, at Yoga Tree in SF last Sunday afternoon.

For an inspiring internet radio interview with Ana, click here.

In this newsletter:

• Noteworthy News
• Free Forrest Yoga for you and a friend!
• Current Class Schedule
• Backpacking and Forrest Yoga Retreat in Yosemite
• Quote of the Month