Live Courageously

Still flowing...

2011-06-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

Living in downtown San Diego, enjoying the high view.

Savoring my month long trip to India.

Continuing to teach and train students and teachers.

Studying for a second Masters degree.

Taking my business to the next level.

Always thinking and dreaming...

2010-07-25T17:08:00.000-07:00

The Perfect Combination.

Spinning for Weight Loss

Aztec Rec. Center @ SDSU

Wednesdays 7-8 pm

Vinyasa Yoga

Aztec Rec. Center @ SDSU

Fridays 10:45-11:45 am

http://arc.sdsu.edu/recclasses/index.php

Organic Gardening and Yoga Retreat

2010-03-05T17:56:00.000-08:00

APRIL 16-18, 2010

Do you want to grow your own healthy foods or spend quality time meditating or learning to meditate? Join us in this unique excursion to beautiful Julian, California for two and a half days of connecting to yourself and the planet. Our destination, Camp Stevens is two hundred fifty six acres of forest, trails, gardens, and meadows that offer unhurried serenity.

Organic Gardening

Ryan Wanamaker, Sustainable Gardener for five years at Camp Sevens will guide us through key points of organic gardening. Real, hands on experience in the many acres of gardens includes:

• Double Digging
• Seeding
• Transplanting
• Sequential Planting
• Positive Gardening & Ecology

Yoga and Meditation

Jennifer Tipton will lead yoga and meditation sessions in the Camp Stevens Lodge and outdoors when possible.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 (Friday)
12:30pm Meet at SDSU
1:00pm Depart SDSU
3:30pm Arrive at Camp Stevens and move into yurts
4pm - 5:30pm Intro to Meditation & Yoga Session (Dining Hall)
5:30pm – 6pm Personal Time
6pm – 7pm Enjoy Dinner (Dining Hall)
7pm – 9pm Sustainability Discussion (Dining Hall)

DAY 2 (Saturday)
6:30am – 7:30am Yoga
8:00am – 9:00am Breakfast
9:00am – 9:30am Personal Time (Reflection/Bathing)
9:30am – 12:00pm Plant Positive Gardening & Ecology
12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch
1:15pm – 2:00pm Hike to Farm
2:00pm – 4:30pm Organic Gardening
5:00pm – 5:30pm Meditation
6:00pm – 7:00pm Enjoy Dinner
7:00pm – 9pm Evening by the Fire

DAY 3 (Sunday)
6:30am – 7:30am Yoga
8:00am – 9:00am Breakfast
9:00am – 9:30am Personal Time (Reflection/Bathing)
9:30am – 12:00pm Double Digging/Seeding/Transplanting
1:00pm - 2:00pm Lunch
2:00pm - 3:00pm Optional Yoga, Solo Meditation, Adventure Hike
4:00pm – 7:00pm Pack Up & Drive back to SDSU

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OUR EXPECTATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION

Plan on being a contributing member of a group of 10 to 12. We will enjoy meals together, make decisions together, and divide any work that needs to be done equally amongst the group.

RULES OF CONDUCT & SAFETY POLICIES

NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL WILL BE TOLERATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE TRIP (i.e., from the time the trip departs until the time we bid you farewell). Additional policies are outlined in our handout “ABOUT OUR OUTINGS” – please read it carefully.

EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING

Trip Members must have suitable clothing for yoga and sturdy shoes and long pants for gardening and hiking. Be prepared to spend lots of time outside. PICK UP A DETAILED EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING LIST AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

HEALTH/PHYSICAL CONDITIONING

Yoga can be strenuous at times. However, with proper instruction and technique you should enjoy a rejuvenating workout. Keeping yourself well hydrated, fueled up. Protection from the sun is essential and will help keep your energy levels high.

FOOD/COOKING

All meals provided are healthy and vegetarian. We’ll eat meals in the dining hall. We are happy to prepare meals that support special dietary restrictions. Please let us know on your Medical Disclosure Form.

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT THAT AZTEC ADVENTURES WILL PROVIDE

Yoga Mats, Yoga Props, Gardening Tools, Personal Headlamps

EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING LIST

Shade Hat or Baseball Cap
Warm Hat – a wool or fleece stocking cap or balaclava is wonderful if you are a “cold” sleeper or for wearing in the evening when it is cool in Julian.
Cotton T-shirt/shirts
Cotton Sweatshirt or similar layer for cool mornings and evenings.
Wind Breaker or Nylon Shell.
Wool Sweater or Fleece Jacket/Pullover.
Nylon or Cotton Shorts
Cotton Sweat Pants: nice to have in camp for the cool evenings.
Underwear
Hiking Socks: Wool or Wool/Nylon blend.
Day Pack

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

Sunscreen, Chapstick & Hand Lotion
Wide brimmed hat
Small Towel & Personal Toiletries: Whatever you need to bring to feel most comfortable.
Sunglasses w/retainer strap: The sun can be extremely bright at times. A good pair that offers UV protection w/polarized lenses is recommended.
One-Quart Water Bottles: Bring a minimum of two.
Flashlight
Snack Food: Our motto is “Lunch begins right after breakfast”. Please keep your energy and calorie level high all day!
Camera
Favorite Pillow for van & sleeping

GROUP EQUIPMENT THAT AZTEC ADVENTURES WILL PROVIDE

Expedition First Aid Kit and Satellite Phone

COST $325

Included in the Cost: The fee includes: professional yoga instruction, professional gardening instruction, hiking guide, vegetarian meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners), lodging in yurts, and round-trip transportation via air conditioned 15-passenger van. Full payment is required to reserve your space. Fees are based on multiple occupancy in yurts. Please read our cancellation policies carefully before registering.

NOT Included in the Cost: Your personal expenses will include on the road expenses and favorite snacks.

http://aztecadventures.sdsu.edu/outings/organic_gardening_yoga/index.php

SPINNING WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS

2010-02-17T14:56:00.000-08:00

The Spinning Weight Loss Program: 8 Weeks to Success

When presented with the offer to teach the Spinning® 8-Week Weight Loss Program, I was excited, but not sure what to expect. It was the first program of its kind to take place in my facility and the participants are all novice exercisers with limited Spinning experience. So far, the experience has been motivating, fun and refreshing.

The structure of the program is simple and easy to follow. We meet once a week to review basic exercise goals and nutrition, explore challenges of the week and create healthy plans for the future. Following the lecture is a challenging 40-minute Spinning class. That’s all there is to it: educating and exercising!

During our first meeting, the students were introduced to the bike and the program in general. They also had their first Spinning class. The experience was groundbreaking. As group leader, I was impressed with their willingness to jump in and start riding even though they had never taken a class. Of course the first class was challenging, but it just got easier after that.

All of the students have been exceptional with their positive attitudes and continued dedication, but one student stands out overall. Like the others, Darrick walked in with no previous Spinning experience. He was very overweight and had little exercise history. I knew that he was in the right place. Even though he had the most weight to lose, he also had the most enthusiasm and the biggest smile in the room.

I encouraged the participants to take additional Spinning classes throughout the week to get the most out of the program. The very next day, Darrick was in my evening class. He struggled, but made it through and the hard work paid off. When he attended the Spinning Weight Loss session the next week, and he was stronger and in better condition. He has attended every one of my Spinning classes since committing to the eight-week program.

A few weeks after starting the program, Darrick even asked if he could join my yoga class. I was thrilled to have him. Since then, he has attended class on a weekly basis. I believe that Spinning has given him the self-confidence and motivation to try other healthy formats for weight loss. In fact, when we took weight and measurements halfway through the program, he had lost eight pounds and six inches! His endless enthusiasm and commitment continues to inspire us all.

It has been so rewarding to work with a novice group of exercisers on a weekly basis. Many of them entered into the program in a state of anticipation and fear of the unknown, but they all had one thing in common: they wanted to lose the weight. The Spinning 8-Week Weight Loss Program has given them a venue in which to exercise in a safe and controlled environment with other like-minded individuals. Now my new students are taking Spinning classes on a regular basis from many different instructors and enjoying the ride.

*The last class of the 8-week program was December 2, 2009 and Darrick lost 21.2 pounds and 19.5 inches!

AS OF FEBRUARY 10, 2009- DARRICK HAS LOST 40 POUNDS AND IS CONTINUING THE PROGRAM.

Tipton, Jennifer. "The Spinning® Weight Loss Program: 8 Weeks to Success." Spinning News (Dec. 2009). Spinning. Mad Dogg

2010 Sneak Peak

2009-11-05T16:23:00.000-08:00

Upcoming Recreation Classes:

Spinning for Weight Loss

Starts February 10

Vinyasa Yoga

Starts February 12

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Yoga and Hot Springs Retreat- Rancho Agua Caliente, Baja California

April 16-18, 2010

May 7-9, 2010

Hot Springs Yoga Retreat

2009-09-16T16:51:00.000-07:00

Dates: October 16-18 and December 4-6, 2009

Rancho Agua Caliente is a private rustic resort of 800 acres in the foothills of the Sierra San Pedro Martir Mounatin Range. Located 16 miles to the east of Ensenada, this beautiful ranch is located within a riverbed canyon with a year-round stream and an amazing mineral hot spring. The mountain air is always fresh and the hot spring water is extremely pure, bubbling out of the ground at a relaxing 108 degrees. We will practice yoga mornings and evenings and hike and relax in the afternoon.

DAY 1 (Friday)

Meet at SDSU at 12:30pm.
Depart at 1:00pm.
Make stops for rest breaks and arrive at Rancho Aqua Caliente approximately 4:00pm.
Move into cabins, enjoy the first Yoga Session and enjoy dinner and hot springs.

DAY 2 (Saturday)

6:00am Rise for Morning Tea and/or Hot Springs
7:00am – 9:00am Yoga
9:00am – 10:00am Breakfast
10:00am – 11:00am Personal Time (Hot Springs)
11:00am – 3:00pm Adventure Activity: Hiking & Birding
1:00pm Lunch on Trail
4:00pm - 5:00pm Personal Time (Hot Springs)
5:00pm – 6:00pm Yoga
6:00pm Dinner 7:30pm Hot Springs

DAY 3 (Sunday)

6:00am Rise for Morning Tea and/or Hot Springs
7:00am – 9:00am Yoga
9:00am – 10:00am Breakfast
10:00am – 11:00am Personal Time (Hot Springs)
11:00am – 2:00pm Adventure Activity: Hiking & Exploring Stream-Canyon
1:00pm Lunch
2:00pm - 3:00pm Optional Yoga, Solo Meditation, Hot Springs or rest.
3:00pm – 7:00pm Pack Up & Drive back to SDSU

Please contact the Aztec Recreation Center for registration.

Phone: (619) 594-7271

Fall 2009 Yoga Rec Class

2009-08-11T18:42:00.000-07:00

Vinyasa (or flow) yoga links the breath with movement. Create a healthier body while focusing on strength, endurance, and flexibility. This small group environment offers an open and welcoming setting, allowing you to more deeply explore your yoga practice.

Each week will focus on a particular theme. Specific instruction and an in-depth breakdown of each posture will be integrated into your 60 minute practice. You can expect to gain an understanding of proper alignment, sun salutations, benefits of poses, and breathing techniques.

Location: ARC Group Fitness Studio

Dates: Fridays, Sept. 25-Nov. 20 (No class on Oct. 16)

Time: 4-5 p.m.

Cost: $55 for ARC members and $65 for non-members

www.arc.sdsu.edu

Yoga for Backs and Shoulders

2009-08-01T16:22:00.000-07:00

"GREAT class! It made a huge difference in my day!"

Kim- Qualcomm Employee

"Today I felt good- my back is straight and I could sit on the floor/chair without tightness."

Justin- Qualcomm Employee

"Jennifer, I really enjoyed the class yesterday! My back and shoulders feel much better after just one session:)"

Jennifer- Qualcomm Employee

*Yoga for Backs*

August 12

1:30-2:30

August 19

10:30-11:30

*Yoga for Shoulders*

August 12

10:30-11:30

August 26

12:30-1:30

*Four Weeks to a Better Back Series*

Thursday starting August 6th

12:30-1:30

Thursdays starting September 17th

12:30-1:30

*Register at www.fitxsandiego.com

Therapeutic Yoga Workshops

2009-06-24T21:22:00.000-07:00

Yoga for Shoulders

Learn how to safely and effectively relax the muscles in the neck and shoulders. Using restorative yoga postures and gentle movement, we will help to increase mobility in the shoulders and neck.

Wednesday, July 8th
10:30-11:30

Monday, July 27th
12:30-1:30

Yoga for Backs

Restorative yoga helps to relax muscles in the back. With gentle breathing and some guidance you will learn some safe and effective ways to stretch and release tightness in your back. Yoga is an effective tool for finding relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain caused by injury and stress.

Thursday, July 23rd
12:30-1:30

Wednesday, July 29th
12:30-1:30

$10 per person. Spaces are limited.
Please visit www.fitxsandiego.com to register.

4 Weeks to a Better Back
A progressive series designed to stretch and strengthen your back.

Thursdays 12:30-1:30
*Starting August 6th*
$20 per person. Spaces are limited.
Please visit www.fitxsandiego.com to register.

New Studio Location

2009-06-13T10:21:00.001-07:00

I have a fabulous new space in Little Italy for personal training. This private studio is well-maintained with top of the line equipment. A clean towel and water bottle are provided for every workout. You deserve the best!

Please contact me for schedule/rates.

jtyoga@gmail.com

Hawaii Retreat March 2010

2009-06-10T16:35:00.000-07:00

Awaken, Energize, and Explore...

Vinyasa Yoga with Jennifer Tipton

March 6-13, 2010

Kalani Oceanside Retreat

Pahao, Hawaii

Awake your internal energy and stimulate the body and mind during this seven-day retreat on the big island of Hawaii. Each day will begin with an energizing flow; an invigorating Vinyasa class designed to awaken the body, build energy, and focus the mind. In the evening, heal, rest, and nurture the body with a gentle restorative practice. All levels are welcome and accommodated.

Kalani Oceanside Retreat has been a haven for yoga practitioners for over thirty years. Accommodations are simple and comfortable, with no televisions or phones, making it the perfect place to get away and focus on personal well-being. Kalani is located in a tropical jungle overlooking the spectacular coast, with a diversity of flora and fauna.

Add adventure to your retreat by enjoying the natural beauty of Hawaii during the day. Options for further explorations of the island are abundant. At a reasonable additional cost, you can take a guided trip out to sea on a double-hull Hawaiian canoe, spend an afternoon snorkeling in tide pools, or choose from an array of guided visits including Volcanoes National Park, the World Botanical Gardens, Lava Tree State Park and many others.

Retreat includes:

*Seven nights accommodation

* Three healthful meals per day

*Yoga Classes

*Use of Kalani's facilities including pool, hot tub, and sauna

Price:

*Tree house (private bath): Double $1, 974, Single $2, 709

*Cottage (private bath): Double $1,759, Single $2,149

*Lodge Room (private bath): Double $1,689, Single $2,044

*Lodge Room (shared bath): Double $1,549, Single $1,834

*Campsite (access to hot showers and facilities): $1,399

(Does not include airfare, ground transportation, taxes, tips, or specialty drinks.

$600.00 deposit.

Balance due by January 4, 2010.

Please visit www.yatra-yoga.com to register.

Yoga for Backs Series

2009-05-28T16:02:00.000-07:00

Yoga for Backs

Two Workshops in June!

$10 per person

Wednesday, June 1oth

12:30-1:30 pm

Wednesday, June 24th

12:30-1:30 pm

Want more?

4 Weeks to a Better Back

A progressive series designed to stretch and strengthen your back.

$20 per session

Mondays Starting June 15th

12:30-1:30 pm

Thursdays: Starting June 18th

12:30-1:30 pm

Spaces are limited.

Please register through www.fitxsandiego.com

Yoga for Backs

2009-04-21T16:21:00.000-07:00

One Time Workshop

Wednesday, May 27th - Qualcomm, Building WT

12:30-1:30 pm

Restorative yoga helps to relax tight muscles in the back. With gentle breathing and guidance you will learn some safe and effective ways to stretch and release tightness in your back. Yoga is an effective tool for finding relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain caused by injury and stress.

Only $10 per person.

Contact Jennifer.

jtyoga@gmail.com

TNT (Thursday Night Thing)

2009-04-13T22:29:00.000-07:00

I was a participating yogini at TNT on April 2nd at the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art. The theme, The Shape of Things to Come, is inspired by the exhibition Primary Forms: Illumination and Opaque. It was a fun and interesting way to integrate yoga and the physical body with the art on display. www.mcasd.org.

Yoga MAX

2009-02-24T19:15:00.000-08:00

Yoga MAX

Presented by Jennifer Tipton, Regional Group Fitness Coordinator and Master Trainer with Fit-X San Diego.

*Saturday, March 28, 2009, 1-3:30 pm.

(El Mirador Room at Scripps Ranch Swim and Racquet Club)

Free workshop for active Fit-X Associates!

$99 before 3/25

$115 after 3/25

(.2 ACE cecs)

*Take your classes to the next level with Yoga MAX!

*E-mail fitx@fitxsandiego.com or call (858) 715-8611 by 3/25/09 to confirm your attendance.

This is a fusion of Hatha Yoga and traditional strength training exercises using light hand weights, body bars, static weighted bars, and elastic bands. This concept was developed by Jennifer Tipton and Lisa Garrity of Fit-X San Diego. www.fitxsandiego.com

Thai Yoga Therapy

2009-02-17T16:30:00.000-08:00

Enjoy a blissful session of Thai Yoga Therapy....

Lie down....

Relax.....

Let go.....

New Client Special- $45 Session!

*Sessions take place at the studio- Mind Body Yoga.

www.mindbodyyoga.com

$75 - 60 min. session

$60- 45 min. session

Aztec Recreation Classes- Spring 2009!

2009-01-10T14:41:00.000-08:00

Spinning 8-Week Weight Loss Program

*Location: ARC Multi-Purpose Room (Spinning Studio)

*Days: Sundays

*Time: 1:30-2:45 pm

*Cost: $139 for ARC members and $154 for non-members

*Dates: 2/1/09-3/22/09

~Make-up session on 4/5

Vinyasa Yoga

*Location: ARC Group Fitness Room

*Days: Fridays

*Time: 4-5 pm

*Cost: $55 for ARC members and $65 for non-members

*Dates: 1/30/09-3/20/09

~Make-up session on 3/27

New Classes!!

2008-12-14T18:17:00.000-08:00

New in 2009!

Jennifer's classes at Mind Body Yoga...

Mondays

5:30-6:30 pm

Fire Flow

~Unite breath and movement in this dynamic vinyasa flow class. Build strength, endurance, and flexibility. The perfect way to end a busy day.

Tuesdays 1-1:45 and Fridays 12-12:45

Flow Express

~Free yourself with flowing yoga postures in this mid-day class. Class is 45 minutes and followed by savasana (final relaxation).

For more info visit:

www.mindbodyyoga.com

Namaste,

Jennifer

Relieve Your Stress

2008-11-10T16:00:00.000-08:00

Therapeutic yoga to calm your mind, balance your body, and improve your mood.

*Tuesdays, 11-11:45 am
Qualcomm Building WT

Receive individualized attention.
Mats and props are provided.
All levels welcome.
$15.00 per person

Contact: Jennifer Tipton, RYT
jtyoga@gmail.com

New Fall Recreation Classes

2008-07-27T22:41:00.000-07:00

Spinning for Weight Loss

The Spinning 8-Week Weight Loss Program is not a diet; it’s a plan you can live with. Whether you’re new to the Spinning program or a longtime fan, join and experience a new approach to getting fit and losing weight. The program combines the coaching, camaraderie, and calorie-burn of the Spinning Program with a step-by-step nutrition plan that makes it easy to make healthy choices every day. Simple, supportive, and packed with tools for success, the Spinning 8-Week Weight Loss Program teaches you how to combine sound nutrition and progressive training to reinvent a better you. With coaching from a certified Spinning instructor, a week-by-week manual, and a handy daily log book, the 8-Week Program will help you achieve a lasting lifestyle change.

Location: SDSU, ARC Multi-Purpose Room

Days: Thursdays

Time: 7-8 pm

Cost: $139 for ARC members, $154 for non ARC members

Session: 9/25-11/13

(Make up session: 11/20)
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Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa (flow yoga) links the breath with movement in a dynamic flow. A regular practice helps to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This class will allow you to go into deep exploration of specific yoga postures and your yoga practice in general. Focus on safety and alignment as you flow. Whether you want to feel the energy of challenging arm balances and inversions or learn how to find more balance and restoration in your practice, this class will help guide you.

Location: SDSU, ARC Group Fitness Room

Days: Fridays

Time: 11-12 noon

Cost: $55 for ARC members, $65 for non ARC members

Session 1: 9/19-10/17

(Make up session: 10/24)

Session 2: 10/31-12/5

(Make up session: 12/12)

(Register for one session or both.)

*Pre-register: http://arc.sdsu.edu/recclasses/

Vinyasa Flow Yoga: Simple and Sweet

2008-04-22T19:12:00.000-07:00

It is so great to have a DVD available to enhance the practice of my current students. I also hope that those new to flow yoga will enjoy this practice. I would like to thank my students for being involved: Amelia, Daniela, Lauren, Jaeme, Betty, Daniel, Frank, and Trenton.

View clips/purchase at www.myyogavideo.com. Orders are shipped faster than Amazon.com and a portion of the payment goes to charitable organizations such as ShaktiRising.org.

Thank you and Namaste.

Jennifer

*Live Courageously*

Still flowing...

Organic Gardening and Yoga Retreat

ITINERARY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OUR EXPECTATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION

RULES OF CONDUCT & SAFETY POLICIES

EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING

HEALTH/PHYSICAL CONDITIONING

FOOD/COOKING

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT THAT AZTEC ADVENTURES WILL PROVIDE

EQUIPMENT/CLOTHING LIST

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

GROUP EQUIPMENT THAT AZTEC ADVENTURES WILL PROVIDE

COST $325

SPINNING WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS

The Spinning Weight Loss Program: 8 Weeks to Success

2010 Sneak Peak

Hot Springs Yoga Retreat

Dates: October 16-18 and December 4-6, 2009

DAY 1 (Friday)

DAY 2 (Saturday)

DAY 3 (Sunday)

Fall 2009 Yoga Rec Class

Yoga for Backs and Shoulders

Therapeutic Yoga Workshops

New Studio Location

Hawaii Retreat March 2010

Yoga for Backs Series

Yoga for Backs

TNT (Thursday Night Thing)

Yoga MAX

Thai Yoga Therapy

Aztec Recreation Classes- Spring 2009!

New Classes!!

Relieve Your Stress

New Fall Recreation Classes

Vinyasa Flow Yoga: Simple and Sweet

Live Courageously