Qigong, Taiji and Mandala
I was born in Poland and lived there during the revolutionary changes at the end of the 20th century. For many Polish people these historical events were like a door opening into new life and new awareness. Educated in Economy Science, I dived into the life of a business women. Very quickly I realized, that to be
Qigong, Taiji and Mandala
I was born in Poland and lived there during the revolutionary changes at the end of the 20th century. For many Polish people these historical events were like a door opening into new life and new awareness. Educated in Economy Science, I dived into the life of a business women. Very quickly I realized, that to be successful in any area of my life, I first needed to find out: what is the core of my being and how I can stay centered in the flow of life events. So, I immersed myself into a series of self-growth seminars, studied different religious and learned how to meditate.
My health issues in mid-1990’s connected me with studying medical Qigong, which I first learned from Marcus Bongart, Qigong Master and doctor of Chinese medicine. Qigong - graceful, gentle movement which requires focus of the mind, has become my daily routine and over time it has noticeably improved my health and physical condition.
When I moved to America in 2003, I met Chungliang Al Huang the Chinese Taiji Master, the founder of Living Tao Foundation. His organic, joyful style conquered my heart. After years of learning I became a teacher of his style. On my life long qigong learning path, I was fortunate to study also from world renowned teachers and book authors: Deng Ming-Dao and Master Zhongxiang Wu.
The other tool I have been using in self-growth is mandala. I learned about mandala from therapist and artist Janusz Olenderek. From the very beginning, when I started to draw mandalas, I noticed how this process influenced my inner state: it expanded my awareness, I felt integrated and energized. It was fascinating! When I moved to the United States, I connected with Judith Cornell, the acknowledged author of many books about mandala, including “Mandala: Luminous Symbols for Healing”. From Judith I learned how to share the treasure of creating mandalas with other people.
In the classes I offer, I use the tools which helped in my own process of healing and growth: Mandala, Qigong, Taiji, and Meditation.
Yoga and Belly Dance
Having grown up here in Gold Beach, I feel a deep connection to this community and our beautiful surroundings. I left town to attend college, gain perspective and learn about new things that Gold Beach didn’t have to offer (such as belly dancing). I hadn't planned to return to spend my life here, but every visit home
Yoga and Belly Dance
Having grown up here in Gold Beach, I feel a deep connection to this community and our beautiful surroundings. I left town to attend college, gain perspective and learn about new things that Gold Beach didn’t have to offer (such as belly dancing). I hadn't planned to return to spend my life here, but every visit home pulled my heart strongly, more and more as time passed. Eventually – I couldn’t pull away any longer. After returning, I began to share belly dance with both old and new friends. As of January 2023, our Gold Beach Belly Dance class is 7 years old!
Along with dance, I am dedicated to my yoga practice, and was very happy to begin studies with Vimla Maharaj (Iyengar Yoga Level 3 Teacher) in Pistol River 6 years ago. Since becoming her student, I have focused on using the methods of Iyengar Yoga in my own practice and I find them very effective. In 2020, I was certified to teach by Heather Carpenter of Vital Current Yoga School under the Yoga Alliance Registry. Currently, I am studying for Iyengar Yoga Teacher certification under Vimla’s mentorship.
Last summer, I turned to devoting myself to teaching full time, having spent several years balancing teaching with a day job. I believe so firmly in the healing power of mindful exercise, that it only made sense to me to focus on helping others to move with health and ease. I offer classes specifically for students to be empowered to enjoy their bodies, and in starting or improving their own home practice.
Adding conscious movement to our daily or weekly routines is a proven means to experience greater contentment and even happiness. If you’re in the Gold Beach area and you'd like to see how a simple, easy-to-follow, conscious movement practice can benefit you physically, mentally, and even emotionally, I offer classes in a close-knit environment that is challenging, supportive and fun. From stabilizing and strengthening Yoga-asana to loosening and conditioning Belly Dance, there is a class for everyone – I'd love to help you on your journey!
Centering Meditation and Chair Yoga
A graduate of the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, Ms. Israel has been a practicing yoga and meditation student for over 30 years. Formally based in California, she spent over 14 years teaching yoga and meditation to a culturally diverse population of people; including seniors, adults, teens
Centering Meditation and Chair Yoga
A graduate of the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, Ms. Israel has been a practicing yoga and meditation student for over 30 years. Formally based in California, she spent over 14 years teaching yoga and meditation to a culturally diverse population of people; including seniors, adults, teens and children in both group and private settings.
Dedicated to bringing the Art of Conscious Living to a wide range of people, she has conducted several Yoga Workshops including - “Menopause as a Gateway for Enlightenment” - A Yogic Approach; “Self-Awakening Yoga: Experiences in Conscious Living”; and “The Yoga of Awareness”.
As a resident of Gold Beach - for 13 years now - she conducted workshops in partnership with Bozena Palmquist - at the Mandela Healing Art Studio from 2010 – 2014: they include - Chakra Journeys -“Harvesting the Wisdom of the Major Energy Centers of the Body; “Activating the Heart Chakra” and "Cultivating a Home Yoga Practice".
Now in this new and beautiful space of the Gold Beach Wellness Center she is thrilled to once again be able to offer an early morning meditation class entitled “Centering Meditation”. As we all navigate this very chaotic time of accelerated change, being able to stay centered in body mind and spirit becomes our saving grace.
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