Blue Banyan Yoga

As a student in the Philadelphia Public School System, I said the pledge of allegiance every day from 1st - 10th grade. It reminded us, as children, to hold a standard of liberty and justice for all, for those in our community, and as a citizen of our country as a whole. On 9/11 I was living in Brooklyn; from my roof I watched the towers fall.. Our flag, during those desolate, dark days was a symbol of unity and pride, of solace and solidarity for all New Yorkers. I have al...ways been one to stand for the National Anthem and, on occasion, tear up with feelings of overwhelm. Last weeks insurrection in our Capitol has left many of us distressed, distraught, outraged, furious, saddened, the list goes on...one of the many things that triggered these emotions in me was the image of our flag being used to do the bidding of Neo-Natzi, Racist, Fascist, Anti--American, Pro-Trump, Saditionists. It appalled and disgusted me, and continues to do so, In recent years our flag has incrementally become a symbol associated with hate groups and far-right extremists. The intention of our flag, to be a symbol of inspiration for Nationwide Unity and Justice, has been forgotten and abandoned; only we have the power to restore and reclaim all that it stands for "One Nation... Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for All" In these dark, infuriating, disenfranchised days, I need the beacon of light that our flag was for us, in New York on 9/11, I long for the sense of solidarity, pride, and responsibility I felt when I recited the pledge of allegiance with classmates. I want to reclaim my flag. I've decided to fly the American Flag in front of my house with pride and in hope of inspiring Freedom and Justice for ALL. I will no longer part-take in the American symbol of Democracy being highjacked, monopolized, and manipulated by haters and anarchists who have no place in our Democratic Society. Blessings of Unity, Peace, and Health, sophie #justiceforall #blacklivesmatter #unity #peace #health #yogathings #practiceoffyourmat #yogalessons

Come celebrate blue banyan’s 14th birthday with us on Thursday at 5:30 PM with Jenny B! Join her for a class based in repetition and love. And if you feel so incline; please leave a birthday wish below!

CALL TO ACTIVISM for much needed sanity!

#Repost @pointmadelearning with @get_repost Join us next Tuesday as we partner with our friends at @PrivToProg for a discussion about our documentary film, I'm Not Racist... Am I? Sign up now for access to the film and then join us on June 16th for a live Q&A with the Point Made Learning filmmakers and the founders of @PrivToProg. TIckets: $15, link in bio. ... #documentaryfilm #documentary #moviescreening #movienight #racism #diversitymatters #blacklivesmatter #antiracism #antiracismeducation #beantiracist #education #onlineresources #race See more

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This 'Open letter to white people' is written by a friend and colleague.Eleonora Bartoli. It's a 10 minute read and outlines easily accessible ways to help white people navigate their own path towards living an anti-racisit llife & how to actively participate in anti-racist reform. https://www.dropbox.com//Open%20letter%20to%20white%20peop #blacklivesmatter #kneelwithme #2minat2oclock #bluebanyanyoga

Spent some time today really noticing nature. Like @jk_m_m spoke about in Wednesday’s class we can take this time if we choose to notice the changing of the seasons and how each time we walk something is different. Find your light, find your guru. #nature #natureandyoga #yoga #change #guru #light #phillyyoga #phillythings #stayingom #vinyasayoga @ Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

On Wednesday at 5:30 pm we’ll be up and running LIVE! Other classes we will be offering live will be a Gentle practice on Thursday at 11:00 am. Hope to see you all soon! Please sign up using the link in our bio. ... Donations can also be made using the same link #yoga #vinyasaflow #vinyasayoga #mtairy #philly #phillythings #phillyyoga #getonyourmat #practicemakesprogress #practiceyoga See more

Looking for something to do on Saturday? Perhaps this Durga Coloring and Chanting Workshop is for you! https://www.sarahyantra.com/events/durga

We’re offering two online classes each week: Sunday’s at 9:15 am with Sophie and Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm with @jk_m_m Sign up using the link in our bio. If you can’t practice at those times, the classes will be available afterwards.... Also we’d love to see you! If you’re willing to share your space, practice or thoughts on your practice we’d love to see. Just take a picture, post it and tag us! Peace, Love, and Light #yoga #vinyasa #vinyasayoga #asana #vinyasaflow #practicemakesprogress #phillyyoga #phillythings @ Blue Banyan Yoga See more

I hope this is finding you well! I'm sure like our household you've been up to all kinds of projects... in our house we are about to have spackle and/ or grout in almost every room of the house! We have made 'Pandemic Pretzels' are working on a 'Pandemic Puzzles', cleaned closets with a 'Pandemic Purge'... what have you all been up to? We would love to see and hear about your projects and adventures during this time. Feel free to post them on our page!

Come practice with @jk_m_m on Wednesdays at 5:30 PM. All you need to do is register using the link in our bio! Don’t worry if you can’t make it at 5:30, the class will be available for 48 hours. Donations are welcome! #yoga #phillyyoga #phillythings #livestreamingyoga #getonyourmat #practice #practicewithus #vinyasa #vinyasaflow

We have some exciting new things to announce. Even though we can’t be together, we can still practice together. There’s as new website! Big shout out to @r_native for her services! This website will streamline registering for classes. We’re offering streaming classes. There will be a 75 minute class this Sunday at 9:15 led by Sophie. Click the link in our bio for registration information. If you can't make the class time don't worry, the link will be active for 48 hours. ...Registrants will receive a link to 15 minutes before the class begins. This class can be received for free or for donation or with class card credit if you specify that with Sophie through email. Keep a look out for shorter classes and breath practices that we will be streaming. Blessings and good health to everyone! #yoga #socialdistancing #phillyyoga #streamingyoga #getonyourmat #breath #practice #washyourhands #charliemackesy See more

You’re invited to a virtual gathering. Finding centerAt a time when we may feel uneasy, uncertain and disconnected let’s come together in community (virtually!) and find our center. Join me for an hour to ground down and lift up. We will combine Eastern mind-body practices and ritual with coaching elements to cultivate space, centeredness and connection.... 6pm EST Friday, March 20, 2020 Donation based pay what you can. Registration link in bio to join via Zoom Receive Zoom link upon registration For facebook: https://share.fitdegree.com/?c=595971

I hope this finds you breathing deeply, taking care of yourself and, of course, washing your hands. After much thought and consideration, I have decided that the best practice, for the emotional, mental and physical health of our practitioners and our teachers is to take the route of caution and the advice of local health officials and close the studio as of tomorrow (3/16) until further notice, (hopefully not longer than March 30th). There is a link to an audio recording of ...a 75 minute practice in our bio. In the meantime, if you are able, continue to support your local businesses; as this is a challenging time for all of us personally, it's also very challenging for small businesses. Consider purchasing classes or renewing memberships now that will be waiting for you when we reopen. Expiration dates for unlimited memberships will be extended and not in place for class packages. #socialdistancing #yoga #selfcare #phillythings #safetyfirst #keeppracticing #community #thinkofothers See more