Our Kula
Our Kula includes community members, our devoted students, our talented and experienced teachers, healers, wellness professionals and the loving hearts of each individual who make it all possible.
The model of our center is set-up as a co-op, offering our staff the opportunity to become a co-op member. This model helps our professional staff cultivate their own financial freedom, creativity and schedule, with the support of our kula.
Co-op success depends on meeting our members needs, therefore active meetings and member support is essential to our growth and ability to serve our community.
Desiree J. Palanisamy, Founder/Co-Director
Desiree has been teaching the general public and special populations yoga since 2000 and practicing yoga since she was a teen. Desiree holds a degree in Social and Human Services and possesses over a dozen certifications which include: Yoga, Pilates, Wellness Coaching, Raw Food Nutrition and Pranic Healing.
Desiree's yoga training includes 500+ hours of formal training. Her training includes: Hatha, Sivananda, Ashtanga, Kundalini and Anusara Yoga. Desiree completed the Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Program in 2010.
Her teaching style embraces elements of all her formal training with an emphasis on alignment and grace.
Desiree was also the former owner of Breathe Yoga in Bay Shore and is happy to find a new home studio, near her residence in Brookhaven Hamlet. Desiree shares her happy home with her family.
For additional information on Desiree visit:
www.desireejoyyoga.com
Liz has been practicing yoga since 1996 in such disciplines as Iyengar, Yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, Vinyasa Flow, Barkan, Bikram, and Ashtanga. She is a 500 hr. trained teacher and additionally holds a certification for Thai Yoga Body Work. Liz's goal is to offer her students the opportunity to explore the philosophy, practice, and healing benefits and of yoga.
Liz specializes in Therapeutic Yoga, Thai Yoga Body Work, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga.
For more information on Liz or to schedule a private Thai yoga Bodywork session go to:
www.mcyogatherapy.com
or contact her directly at: mcyoga.liz_gmail.com
Cher Meli-Lyman is our talented,energetic and resourceful booking agent. Cher will be booking and scheduling most of our workshops. Cher is working in conjunction with the co-op directors to have more visiting teachers come to the LI area to offer our community access to a variety of styles and methods. Cher has been practicing yoga for over 20 years, teaching for almost 15years and holds almost 1000 hours in teaching certifications.
Her classes range in style from an energetic vinyasa flow, to relaxing restoratives and Pre/Postnatal yoga. Cher has been so fortunate to study yoga asana, meditation, philosophy, chanting and many other tools of yoga with some of the most renowned teachers in the world and will always be a student of yoga.
Beth Sparrow, Co-Director/Co-op Operations
Beth Sparrow has a background in business management and marketing. Her skills and level-headed energy have been a tremendous assest to the co-op. Beth's innovative and fresh ideas have helped this center to emerge and she is one of main reasons this co-op exists. Beth is a student of Yoga and Pilates, and hopes to pursue her certification in Yoga one day. She would ultimately like to teach classes to individuals with developmental disabilities. Beth lives in Brookhaven Hamlet with her family.
COMING SOON
*SEE SERVICES & GO TO MASSAGE*
Chris McCollum, LMT
COMING SOON....
Kelly Gildersleeve is a New York State Certified Elementary School teacher who holds a Master's Degree in Elementary and Special Education. Kelly specializes in utilizing children's strengths to build upon areas in need of improvement. Kelly always uses researched based best practice to ensure that children reach their highest potential.
Aside from being a dedicated elementary school teacher, Kelly is a certified Vinyasa Yoga Teacher. Her classes are challenging yet, relaxing. Kelly resides in Islip with her husband, son and
dog, Oscar.
*yoga*pilates*specialized class series*kids+teen programs*
Class Schedule:
The following classes will be effective Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012. Please scroll down for are full March schedule...effective March 1, 2012.
February 2012 Schedule:
Saturday:
8:30am-9:30am Power Pilates--All Levels
9:45am-11:15am Level II/III Yoga
Sunday:
10:00am-11:30am Open Level Yoga
Monday:
10:00am-11:15am Level I/II Yoga
Tuesday:
4:15pm-5:15pm Pilates Fusion--All Levels
March/Spring 2012 Schedule:
Addendum to the Schedule*
*New Classes*
ALL *new *classes effective March 2012*
*=New
10:00am-11:15am Level I- Yoga-Desiree
*4:30pm-6:00pm Yoga for Stress Management-Liz (sign-up or drop-in)
*7:00pm-8:00pm*Intro to Yoga Flow-Diane
(sign-up or drop-in)
4:15pm-5:15pm Pilates Fusion-All Levels
*7:00pm-8:15pm*Yoga-Level I-Teri
Wednesday:
*10:00am-11:15am Yoga-All Levels-Desiree
*6:00pm-7:30pm Yoga for Back Pain-Liz
Thursday:
*10:00am -11:00am Yoga/Pilates Fusion-
All levels-Desiree
*7:00pm-8:15pm* Vinyasa Yoga-ALL
(Yoga Flow)-Teacher TBD
Friday:
*8:00am-9:00am Yoga-Level I
*7pm-8:30pm Meditation*By Donation*
9:45am-11:15am Level II / III Yoga
Specialized Class Series:
These classes are conducted as a series and are designed to meet the specific needs of our clients. Please check our website on a regular basis for upcoming classes, sessions and series.
Have an idea for a Class Series??? Contact us at
631-803-2438 or via email
MARCH 2012:
Yoga for Stress Management
with Liz O'Dwyer
Certified Yoga Instructor RYT 500hr.
Certified Lotus Palm Thai Yoga Body Work
Mondays on :
March 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16
Time: 4:30- 6:00 PM
Cost: $105.00 for 7 weeks (SIGN-UP & SAVE)
*Drop-ins $20.00 per class*
In the world we live in today stress is one of the greatest common factors with many health issues. Many times stress can lead to such issues as headaches, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) , Fibromyalgia, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This seven week series will be dedicated to a gentle practice stretching muscles and keeping the joints flexible without straining the body. During this series, students will practice restorative poses to stretch muscles passively while providing deep relaxation and breathing techniques to calm an overtaxed nervous system.
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Yoga for Back Pain
w/ Liz O'Dwyer
Wednesdays on:
March 7,14, 21,28, April 4,11 & 18
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Cost: $105.00 for 7 weeks
(SIGN-UP & SAVE)
Back pain is one of the leading medical complaints in our society, many times caused by sport injuries and improper techniques. Back surgeries continue to be one of the most commonly performed unnecessary surgeries (MacCall, 2007). With this in mind, this seven week series will be dedicated to linking pain to our posture, muscle tightness and weakness, as well as developing body awareness. This series will be dedicated to developing healthy curves in the spine, abdominal strength, developing flexibility with in the hips, and strengthening the large muscles running along the spine. In this class, students will learn which muscles need strengthening and which need stretching rather than focusing only on the idea of strengthening our abdomens.
For more info on Liz visit her website at:
Kelly Gildersleeve,
Director of Children's Program,
presents a variety of programs for children's & teens.
PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO ON KELLY'S INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS OR COME DOWN TO OUR OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, FEB 19TH 12-5PM FOR MORE INFO.
KELLY CAN ALSO BE REACHED AT:
kellybulk_gmail.com or 631-379-5335
THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE....
Healing & Wellness Services
Massage Therapy Services:
Rates:
$80.00 per 1 hour session
*Sessions are by appointment*
To schedule an appointment please contact our Licensed Massage Therapists directly.
Massage Therapists:
*Jason Turner, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
(917) 405-4320
thedivinemassage_yahoo.com
Bio to follow....
*Christopher McCollum, LMT
(631) 803-2929
fullcirclemassage_hotmail.com
Bio-
Chris has been a licensed practitioner of massage since graduation from Seattle-based Brian Utting School of Massage in 2004. He currently resides and practices in New York. Chris utilizes deep tissue, injury treatment, and stretching techniques along with self-care education to assist his clients in relieving chronic pain, improving range and quality of motion, and achieving profound relaxation.
HOLISTIC NUTRITION
Rev. Cheryl Caruso, MS, CNC, APP is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
Holistic nutrition is the modern natural approach to developing a healthy balanced diet while taking into account the person as whole. Holistic nutrition is considered to be part of holistic health. Holistic health is an approach to treating a person’s well being by taking into consideration all aspects of life. A long term course of action includes emotional and spiritual health along with the physical body
About Rev. Caruso....
Rev. Caruso has been living a life based on the principles she teaches for over 20 years and has counseled patients in her practice since 1998. At present, she is working towards
the completion of her Ph.D. in Holisitic Nutrition. Rev. Caruso is accredited by The American Association of Drugless Practitioners and The American Naturopathic Medical Accreditation and Certification Board, as well as an Ordained Interfaith Minister, a graduate of The New Seminary, chartered by The Board of Regents of The University of New York as a nonacademic professional training program for Interfaith Ministry. Rev. Caruso is a Professional Member of The American Association of Nutritional Consultants, earning the national title of Certified Nutritional Consultant (CNC). In addition, Rev. Caruso is a Polarity Therapist (APP) and member of The American Polarity Therapy Association (APTA).
1-1/2 Hours consultation (office or phone) - $130
1 Hour consultation (office or phone) - $90
1/2 hour consultation (office or phone) - $50
1 E-mail session - $25
5 E-mail sessions - $100
10 E-mail sessions - $200
*To schedule an appointment with Cheryl at The LI Kula Yoga & Wellness Center please contact her directly at:
516-885-4555 or via e-mail at: CC_chacaruso.com
ACUPUNTURE/COMMUNITY ACUPUNTURE PROGRAM:
Connie Tjaden. L/AC., LMT. BS/MS, BFA Medical Intuitive, RYT
The Community acupunture program, emphasizes education, and guides patients toward positive changes, according to their individual needs.
Rates for the Community Acupunture Program are $25.00 per session.
About Connie....Coming Soon.
To schedule an appointment with contact her at:
(631) 680-9458 or at: connietjaden_islide.net
ENERGY-WORK & HEALING SERVICES....COMING SOON.........
The Zen Den/Yogaholic is one of our affiliate studios (aka--Sister Studios). This means that Diane Corey, the Director of the Zen Den and The LI Kula Yoga Directors & Members work together to promote the livelihood of yoga studios on Long Island. This includes shared community events, links, workshops, classes, advertising and other various promotional tools. Stay tuned for shared events & promotions.
Here's The Zen Den's website: http://www.yogaholic.net
Coming Soon.......
(Dates tbd)
*200-500 hr Yoga Teacher
Training Program
*Weekend Intensives
*Workshops, Immersions &
MORE
*NOTE to former students of Breathe Yoga/Bay Shore studio, if you have an existing package, it will be honored through the month of March only. These students will also receive "grandfathered" class rates & packages. Call or email for additional information.
The Ganesha package is good for "5" regularly scheduled classes & expires in 2 months from purchase date.
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The Lakshmi package is good for "10" regularly scheduled classes & expires in 4 months from purchase date.
The Shiva-Shakti pack is for our Seniors & Students. This pack is good for for "5" regularly scheduled classes & expires in 3 months from purchase date.
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146 S. Country Rd.
Bellport Villlage, NY 11713
(631) 803-2438
