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Ana Franklin

Ana Franklin

Address:

321 Poyntz Ave. Suite A
Manhattan, KS 66505
United States
T: 785-341-9908

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Description        

At Yoga Connection Studio, (find us on Face Book) Ana teaches the art and science of Yoga in the tradition of Patanjali. True Yoga practice is, by definition, appropriate to the present circumstances of the person practicing. It is excellent for stress reduction, rejuvenation, strengthening of the whole body and calming and focusing to the mind. One can apply the eight limbs of yoga according to personal needs, or choose to work with only one or two limbs. We can use Yoga to help ourselves in many areas of our lives. Regular, frequent practice of Yoga enhances and promotes the body's natural process of healing. As we learn to use yoga's breathing methods, we improve circulation and mental awareness. This creates harmony in the entire person and allows constant healing which is the natural function of system. Movement, postures, breathing technique, chanting and other methods are all employed in a way that is appropriate for the individual. Ana's classes in the Manhattan, KS area are limited in size, so students can enjoy more personal attention. Instruction is available for all levels, including pregnancy, and post-partum, private lessons and other special needs. Ana aims to inspire as many students as possible to create their own regular Yoga practice, thereby finding harmony for themselves and becoming promoters of a happy, healthy, peaceful world. Private lessons are available in addition to regular class time, and are recommended for those with special considerations or medical conditions. Those with medical conditions are asked to check with their physician before attending classes, and to inform your instructor before taking classes. Thank you for your interest, and here's hoping we meet soon!

Profile and Credentials        

Ana's personal practice of yoga spans thirty five years, and she began teaching in 1984. She has studied under Gary Kraftsow, T.K.V. Desikachar, Kausthub Desikachar and Sonia Nelson. In 2006, Ana became certified as a teacher/mentor by the Krishnamacharya Healing and Yoga Foundation, www.khyf.net in Chennai, India.

Beyond this, she has studied natural and herbal healing including the Indian Science of Ayurveda and is a Certified Natural Health Consultant by Dr. Richard Schulze's School of Natural Healing in Santa Monica, CA.

Since 1998 Ana has studied and practiced Yoga Sutras and Vedic Chant with her teacher, Sonia Nelson, Director of the Vedic Chant Center, www.vedicchantcenter.org. Thanks to Sonia's excellent teaching, Ana has attained a special feeling for using the voice to focus and calm the mind.

Philosophy and Comments        

Health is more than lack of disease. When we are healthy we are loving, kind, joyful and full of vibrant energy. The Practice of Yoga, while enhancing our vitality, also helps us to be more aware of our unconscious habits of body and mind. With this awareness of ourselves it becomes much easier to make the changes we desire in all areas of our lives.

"If the day and night are such that you greet them with joy,

And life emits a fragrance like flowers and sweet scented herbs,

Is more elastic, more starry, more immortal,

- that is your success! -

All nature is your congratulations,

and you have reason, momentarily, to Bless yourSelf."

Henry David Thoreau

Work Hours and Fee Schedule        

Military rates: 15% discount

NEW STUDENTS MAY REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR A SIX WEEK INTRODUCTORY COURSE AND ONE PRIVATE LESSON TO BE TAKEN DURING THE SIX WEEKS. PLEASE CONTACT ANA TO LEARN MORE. All bulk class packages expire after a set time span.

The following packages are available to students who have finished the beginning six week session and 1 private lesson with Ana:

Four classes $66 (3 months)

Six Classes $96 (3 months)

Eight Classes $112 (3 months)

Twelve Classes $132 (3 months)

Sixteen classes$144 (3 months)

Annual Unlimited $550 (one year)

Six Month Unltd. $288

Three Month Unltd.$192

Private lessons,one on one In Studio $80

One on One At your Home $100

Group Semi Private limited to 9 people $100

Available by appointment:785-341-9908.

UNLIMITED MEANS: The more classes you take,the lower your per-class rate, and you may come to as many classes as you choose during the time period on your ticket.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL BULK CLASS PACKAGES HAVE a TIME LIMIT AND MUST BE USED WITHIN this TIME. Packages EXPIRE AFTER PRESET TIME,USUALLY 3 MONTHS or LONGER.



Tuesdays 5:30 pm Yoga Over Forty and 7:30pm Practical Yoga for Everyone



Fridays 9:30am to 11:00am ALL LEVELS (90 minutes)

Saturdays 9:30am to 11:00am ALL LEVELS (90 minutes) Yoga Class



Ana will be teaching "Yoga Over Forty" through U.F.M. call 785-539-8763 or call Ana directly

College students, Get college Credit for yoga class! Call U.F.M. at 785-539-8763 and find out about Ana's classes for Kansas State Credit.

Gift Certificates and Discounts        

If you would like to make a gift of yoga classes, you can order a gift certificate by mailing a check for the number of classes (see fee schedule at the top of the page)to: Ana Franklin,

Yoga Connection Studio

321 Poyntz Avenue Suite A

Manhattan, KS 66505

Please make your check to Ana Franklin, and be sure to indicate the name of the person you are giving the certificate to. A gift certificate will be mailed to you or to the person you wish to receive it. Another alternative is to hold the certificate here at the studio and simply have the receiver come to the studio.

Student and Military discounts are available. If there is any reason that you cannot afford the rates listed here, please speak to Ana in person to see whether you can receive a cost of living discount.

VEDIC CHANT        

"Chanting is one of the most transformative and nonsectarian spiritual practices, especially since it almost immediately takes us out of our heads and beyond the mind, into realms of pure spirit and bliss."

Lama Surya Das



For those interested in learning to chant the Vedas, private lessons are available to groups or individuals. I have been studying and practicing Vedic Chant for over fifteen years. The classical teaching of Vedic Chant is rigorous and requires full concentration. I find this practice to be very uplifting. It is strengthening and clarifying for the mind and the spirit.

Contact: Ana 785-341-9908

Private Lessons        

There are certain times when private instruction could be more useful than attending a class with many others. If you have not studied with Ana, and if you are a beginning yoga student, you are advised to take a private lesson before beginning classes. If you have special considerations or would prefer not to be in a group class, a series of private lessons can be arranged. In fact, the tradition in Yoga is for each student to be taught privately so that the student can be observed and given individual attention by the teacher. The practice of yoga is very personal, and will naturally not be the same for any two people as we are individually unique. So, even for those who do not have health concerns or special considerations, I recommend that you can go further in your yoga practice with private lessons either instead of, or in addition to group classes. Call me to talk about the structure and rewards of learning privately.

First Annual Open House - January 21st - Free classes & Fun        

Saturday, January 21st, you are invited to attend any or all the events at Yoga Connection Studio, free of charge. Please do come, and bring friends! Events:

1) Yoga Class at 9:30AM to 11:00AM (90 minutes) for experienced yoga students, please.

2) Tea, Cider and visiting from 11:15AM to 12:15PM

3) Two MINI-Classes for ALL at 12:30pm and 1:10pm

4) Door Prizes, fill out a form and leave it here. You'll be notified if you win a prize!

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