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The Yoga Studio in Magnolia was opened in 2001 by Lee Atwell who wanted to create a peaceful sanctuary for Magnolia and nearby communities to delve deeply into the classical practices of yoga – a place for all to feel welcome and to derive the many benefits of yoga. From the 33rd Street location's beginning, the Yoga Studio has been ‘green’ – from using bamboo hardwoods for the floor, to burning soy candles that emit no harmful emissions, using wash cloths in the bathrooms that are washed with non-polluting laundry soap, yoga mats that are eco friendly, cleaning products that are non-environmentally harming, using recycled paper – tissues, toilet paper and business paper, as well as recycling paper and plastic garbage. The studio is also buying part of their energy use (which is very little – using natural light and reduced air-conditioning as much as possible) from green energy sources. We hope that you will enjoy and be inspired by our decision to be ‘green’ – and when you take your next deep, full yogic breath in our studio know that the air you are breathing in our space is as non-toxic as possible.
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What is Green Yoga?
As yoga practitioners, we may wonder how to expand our yoga practice into other aspects of our lives. The Green Yoga Association, whose motto is "Practice Lightly on the Earth”, identifies concern for the wellbeing of the earth as a crucial component of our practice. Green Yoga is based on the idea that in seeking yoga or union, we must recognize the interconnectedness of all beings, nurturing the good health of our planet as much as we care for own bodies. As the health of the earth is being compromised by the decisions we make as individuals, it is our responsibility to make environmentally friendly and sustainable choices. |
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