April Newsletter

Spring looks like it is finally here. Hooray. Thank you everyone for your great response to our request for feedback. We have spent some time looking through your requests and have made changes to schedule and some policy changes to assist in your needs. It was a close contest for the winner of the two months free unlimited pass but it looks like Mark Devine gave the best set of useful answers with a great idea for encouraging home practice. He will get the two months unlimited pass and everyone else will get a 5 euro voucher for massage

We are going to resume the Saturday level IV Pilates class, bring back weekend classes and start early morning classes at 7am to give you time to get to work. The ventilation system is ready to be installed in the studio and should be up in the next week. Class sizes are being reduced and courses will have to be made up within the 8 week period to avoid makes up classes extending into the next course.

Importantly, we are going to limit online booking for evening drop-in classes to those with unlimited passes or who have a valid class pass with credit. This will ensure space for our regulars.

We are also starting Children's classes in May for 4-7 year olds to start with. Please join us at our new classes to ensure their success. To celebrate we will have a week with a selection of Free classes in May so you can try them for yourselves.

If anyone can recommend a local handy man I would really appreciate it, I have been waiting for three weeks for mine to come along and do some jobs including installing the fans. So if you know anyone local and reliable, please let us know.

Finally, we have some space left on the yoga/meditation and vegetarian cookery weekend. For those of you who want to get away from the hectic pace of life in Dublin and head down to Tipperary for some chill out time. The retreat will run from Fri 18th April – Sun 20th April.

Lisa Wilkinson

In this issue:

• Online class and workshop booking
• New Weekend Class schedule
• Pilates courses - enrol online
• Ashtanga courses - enrol online
• FREE classes promotion week
• New classes
• Unlimited member section
• Yoga, Meditation and Vegetarian Cookery Weekend Retreat
• Staff News
• 4 week Infant Massage Course
• Partner Birth Workshop - Giving Birth on your Own Two Feet
• Mother and baby Pilates 4 week course

Online class and workshop booking
Reserve classes and book workshops online - only available to unlimited members and those with valid class passes
To avail of our online booking facility you will need to create an account. Simply select your option whether to reserve a space in a drop in class if you have a valid class pass, or book a courses. Click here to see schedule and booking options.

At the top right hand corner of your screen you will see New Users: Sign up!

Here it asks if its your first time and will ask for your name - please follow the instructions from here to create your own account.

New Weekend Class Schedule
A range of drop in classes available - enrol online
We are happy to confirm that we have added a number of extra classes to our schedule.

Saturday May 10th
13.45 - 15.00 Hot Yoga I-II with Aiden
15.30 - 17.00 Vinyasa Flow II-III Dave
Saturday May 24th
13.45 - 15.00 Hot Yoga I-II class with Aiden
15.30 - 18.00 Ashtanga Workshop with Linda - learn the full primary series (not for complete beginners) €35 (€30 unlimited/unwaged) or 2 class passes
Sunday May 25th
13.00 - 16.00 Vinyasa Flow workshop with Rohan €50 (€40 unlimited/unwaged) or 3 class passes
Saturday May 31st
13.45 - 15.00 Hot Yoga I-II class with Aiden

To reserve a space click here to and select Click here to see online schedule for drop-in classes.

Pilates courses - enrol online -start May 5th
Enrol online for Pilates courses

Level IV returns on Saturday at 9:45 followed by level II - Extra level II on mondays
All our courses in Pilates courses will recommence week beginning Monday May 5th or May 12th for Mondays). Please note that Mon night courses will run for 6 weeks due to the two bank holidays. It is possible to reserve a space on these courses at the moment and a deposit of €50 will hold your place. We need this within 48 hours of your booking.

To see online schedule click here and select online schedule and reserve Pilates and Ashtanga 8 week workshops. Unless you are an unlimited member, select enrol unpaid.

Please note missed Pilates sessions must be made up by 29th of June

8 week Ashtanga course - enrol online
Ashtanga for improvers - level II
This 8 week course begins Tuesday 6th of May at 8:15. Due to client interest, we are running an Ashtanga Level II course as a follow on for those who have completed Ashtanga I course or would like to deepen their Ashtanga practice. We expect this course to book up early, so please contact us to make a booking. To book a space you can enrol online click here and select online schedule and reserve Pilates and Ashtanga 8 course. Unless you are an unlimited member, select enrol unpaid.

A €50 deposit secures your space. We need this within 48 hours of your booking.

FREE Classes Promotional Week ‚ Mon April 21st - Fri April 25th
You can attend any of these classes free of charge for this week only. Maybe try a class you have not been to before to see if you like it! Bring a friend too
Mon April 21st – 12.45 – 13.45 – Hatha Yoga with Helen
Tues April 22nd – 07.20 – 08.20 – Body Conditioning with Michael
Thurs April 24th - 07.20 – 08.20 - Body Conditioning with Michael
Thurs April 24th – 09.30 – 10.45 – Hot Yoga I-II with Aidan
Friday April 24th – 12.45 – 13:45 – Vinyasa Flow with Aiden

New Classes
New classes added and time changes starting:
Monday May 12th 18:15 – 19:10 Pilates II - new level
Monday May 12th 19:15 – 20:10 Pilates III - new time
Monday May 12th 21:15 – 21:10 Pilates II - new time
Tuesday May 6th 07:00 – 08:00 Body conditioning - new earlier time
Tuesday May 6th 17.30 – 16.45 Hot Yoga I-II with Aidan- new class
Wednesday May 20th 15.00 – 15:45 Yoga Bugs - kids yoga 4-5 yrs - new 5 week course
Wednesday May 20th 16.00 – 16:45 Yoga Bugs - kids yoga 6-7 yrs - new 5 week course
Thursday May 8th 07.00 – 08.00 Body Conditioning with Michael - new earlier time
Saturday May 10th 09:45 – 10.40 – Pilates IV with Brian
Saturday May 10th 10:45 – 10.35 – Pilates II-III with Brian
Saturday May 10th 11:45 – 13:00 Pre-natal Yoga with Melissa

Unlimited Member Section
10% Discount off 3 Day Yoga Retreat
Available for our 3 day retreat this weekend, just email us and we'll send you a booking form.

If you are interested in becoming an unlimited member just get in touch and we'll explain your options.

Yoga and Vegetarian Cookery Detox Weekend - This weekend
In the beautiful Glen of Aherlow with Helen Byrne
Fri 18 April – Sun 20 April

Our last retreat was such a success, we have scheduled a date for 2008 for those of you who want to get away from the hectic pace of life in Dublin and head down to Tipperary for some chill out time.

This weekend will involve 4 hatha yoga classes and mindfulness meditation sessions with Helen Byrne and vegetarian cooking classes with Roy. Saturday and Sunday optional hill walking will be available for those who want to get out and explore the beautiful countryside of the Glen of Aherlow. The cost for the weekend (which includes accommodation, all classes, €320. If you wish to travel by train we can arrange a transfer from Limerick Junction (20 mins away).

Email us for a booking form here.

Staff News
We were sorry to see Niamh one of our holistic therapists leave us recently, to head back to her home in Lancashire. Tommy, our body conditioning instructor, has also finished up in The elbowroom, to focus on his personal training business.

We would like to welcome Michael, our new body conditioning trainer. Michael English is now working in the fitness industry since 1991 and has studied in many areas. His qualifications include, Pilates, Bodypump, Spinning, Aqua, Swiss Ball, Strength and Weight Loss Specific Training.

We would also like to welcome Una, a new therapist to The elbowroom. Una holds qualifications in Reflexology, Massage, Orthopaedic Massage, Thai Foot & Leg Massage, Thai Chair Massage, Thai Table Massage, Thai Herbal Ball Massage, Thai Massage, Indian Head Massage, On-Site Massage, Auricular Candle Therapy, Auricular Therapy, Usui Reiki and is currently studying Aromatherapy and Thai Massage Teacher Training.

Infant Massage Course
Starts Thursday May 15th– April 10th, 11.00am – 12.00.
Costs €100 - Redeemable from most health insurance policies

Infant massage is an ancient tradition that has been practised for centuries in India, which has been rediscovered throughout the West. Clinical evidence shows that infant massage has positive effects for caregivers and infants and has an important impact on their development. It is through our senses that all human beings interact with their environment.

To book a space you can enrol online click here and select online schedule and reserve Infant massage or e-mail info@the-elbowroom.com.

Partner Birthing Workshop - Give Birth Standing on your own Two Feet - with Lisa Wilkinson
Sunday June 29th 10:00-17:00
Costs €160 (Partners free)

Pregnancy often raises many concerns and questions about the imminent arrival of the new addition to your family. You can use this period of growth and reflection as the ideal learning time for a wonderful life changing experience.

Attending this workshop will empower both you and your partner to be more actively involved in your birth.

Full details here .

To book a space you can enrol online click here and select online schedule and reserve Birthing Partner workshop or e-mail info@the-elbowroom.com.

4 week mum and baby pilates course
Perfect for toning up pelvic floor and abdominal area post preganancy.
Thurs June 12th 11.00 – 12.00.
4 week workshop, commencing Perfect for toning up pelvic floor and abdominal area post pregnancy. Cost €60, deposit of costs €30 will book your place.

To book a space you can enrol online click here and select online schedule and reserve mum and baby pilates or e-mail info@the-elbowroom.com.