Santa Cruz Sentinel

CAPITOLA -- For some, the term "hot power yoga" may sound like an oxymoron. But for Jeanette Lehouillier, it's a way of life.

"Power yoga is not about force," she explained. "That doesn't mean we don't work hard, and it doesn't mean we don't challenge ourselves -- but it's about coming from a place of being, and creating a sense of possibility in your life."

After practicing and teaching yoga in the Santa Cruz area for the past 12 years, Lehouillier is set to open her own local studio, PurePower Yoga, on 41st Avenue in Capitola. PurePower Yoga will open Monday, offering all-hot, all-power yoga and pilates every day.

The studio will be the first in the area to offer hot power vinyansa flow classes, inspired by the Baptiste Power Vinyasa method -- a dynamic, energizing type of yoga where practitioners move fluidly through various poses in a heated environment. PurePower will also offer its version of the latest workout in the high-temperature exercise trend, Pure Hot Pilates.

Classes will be taught at varying levels, from a foundation series for those who are new to power yoga to mixed-levels classes all the way up to Power Yoga Plus for more experienced practitioners and Power Yoga Core -- an all-levels class with an emphasis on core muscle strengthening and stability.

PurePower Yoga is also the first yoga studio in Santa Cruz to offer open studio hours, where experienced yogis can enjoy the heated

Warm and humid

Equipped with a state-of-the-art heating and humidifying system, the studio will be kept at a toasty 95 degrees, evoking a sense of the tropics with a steamy 50 to 60 percent humidity.

"You should come out of here like you just got out of a pool -- really hot, wet and soupy," said Lehouillier, adding that yogis can take advantage of the studio's locker rooms and showers if they want to freshen up before they leave.

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The power of heat: PurePower Yoga studio opening in Capitola

Each week we tell viewers what they can get for free. This weeks free list: 1) Yoga in the Park 2) Tastings from Haveli Restaurant

Celebrate summertime in the Big Apple with Wanderlusts Yoga in the City, coming to Pier 63 on June 9th. Grab your friends, roll out your mats and come namaste with the some of the nations leading yoga instructors, music entertainment and indulge in wholesome eats! Also, Sweet Riot Chocolate will place 500 bars under yoga mats four bars will have a golden ticket to attend the 4-day Wanderlust Festival in Vermont.

Wanderlust Yoga in the City Returns to New York City on June 9 Free, one-day event brings renowned yoga, performances, food and more to the big apple at Pier 63, Hudson River Park New York, NY (May 14, 2013) Wanderlust, the world`s largest and fastest growing yoga and music platform, will bring its annual Wanderlust Yoga in the City (YITC) series back to New York on June 9. The gratis afternoon event will unite the city`s yoga community as they hit the mat with some of the nation`s leading teachers, take in tunes from acclaimed musicians and connect with other wellness enthusiasts at Chelsea Piers. As an added bonus, Sweet Riot chocolate bars will be placed under the yoga mats of 500 practitioners in between classes. Recipients will be prompted to open their bars at designated times throughout the day four of which will contain a golden ticket to attend the 4-day Wanderlust Festival in Vermont, June 18-23. The 2013 Wanderlust Yoga in the City in New York will start at 1:00PM and will include: CLASS 1 1:00 1:30 Performances / Introductory Remarks 1:30 2:00 Twee Merrigan (Yoga) 2:00 2:30 Kelly Morris (Yoga)

CLASS 2 2:30 3:00 Intermission & Performances 3:00 3:30 Schuyler Grant (Yoga) 3:30 4:00 Dana Slamp (Yoga)

CLASS 3 4:00 4:30 Intermission & Performances 4:30 5:00 Raghunath (Yoga) 5:00 5:30 Dana Flynn (Yoga) 5:30 6:00 David Romanelli (Yoga) There will be performances throughout the day by DJ Matthias Heilbronn and Hannah Thiem with AcroYoga by Adam Rinder and Crew. Wanderlust Yoga in the City serves as an urban escape for yogis looking to capture the essence of our 4-day festivals, in the midst of their regular routines, said Wanderlust co-founder, Jeff Krasno. We are thrilled to return to New York, bringing together top-of-the line talent, likeminded sponsorships and a strong, mindful community of people that make up the fabric of our brand. Official media partner, Health magazine will return with the Health Pavilion, allowing yogis to refresh and recharge between classes with healthy snacks, advice about fitness, nutrition and beauty, and fabulous giveaways for the mind and body. Throughout the day attendees will be fueled by a number of Wanderlust partners including LYFE Kitchen, who will provide culinary demonstrations and a menu of chef-inspired, good-for-you meals, along with LUNA, who will offer samples of its organic, nutritional bars. Avocado Pineapple Smoothies and Avocado Toast samples will be available from Avocados from Mexico and resource Natural Spring Water, sustainably sourced 100% Natural Spring Water with natural electrolytes, will keep practitioners hydrated. For more information on Wanderlust Yoga in the City dates and registration please visit http://www.wanderlustyitc.com

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Located in the heart of Forest Hills, in Queens, Haveli serves some of New York Citys finest Indian cuisine. Haveli is a term used to describe a mansion in the Indian subcontinent where the nobles, high priests, landlords and the affluent would live and entertain their guests. The word is derived from the Persian world meaning Hawli meaning an enclosed place usually of architectural interest.

On Monday, June 3rd between 5pm and 7pm, over at Haveli, they would like to invite customers (old and new) to sample some of their finest Indian cuisine from our unique menu that features both classic Indian food and contemporary cooking.

The dishes to sample include: Naan Traditional Indian bread made in Tandoor oven Lemon Chicken Curry with Fenugreek, ginger julienne & fresh cilantro, and lemon Galan Jamun sweet cheese dessert made with farmer cheese and sugar syrup Samosa like Italian calzone stuffed with potatoes and peas Crispy Okra green vegetable in our spicy sauce

Haveli 116-33 Queens Blvd. (between 77-78th Avenue) Forest Hills, NY 11375 Tel.: 718-261-8880 Website: http://www.havelinewyork.com

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(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Scott Moore teaches a yoga class at Alianza Academy in South Salt Lake on Wednesday, May 29, 2013.

Yoga is on the rise and theres no stopping it.

Studios offering classes in what one practitioner called its "pretzel-y twists" are popping up faster than sushi bars and Thai restaurants. Millions of Americans swear to its physical and emotional benefits, while selling yoga gear especially pants and mats is a billion-dollar business.

Yoga Rave

The Krishna Temple will hold a yoga festival featuring more than 75 classes, seminars, workshops and music.

When Friday, June 7, 8 p.m.

Where Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple, 965 E. 3370 South

Now, meditate and ruminate on this: Is the popular practice a religion?

The National Center for Law & Policy, which specializes in religious-freedom cases, says it is, and is suing a Southern California school district on behalf of parents for teaching yoga, arguing that it violates the separation of church and state.

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