Stay tranquil and in shape this spring by taking a yoga class, listening to some soothing tunes and spending time outdoors.
Stepping onto the serene waterfront, warm sand comforts a first-time attendee of 5 Point Yoga. Breath by breath, the stress of the day escapes one’s body and diminishes into the sandy shore. The peaceful setting provided at 5 Point Yoga allows one to achieve the 5 Point Plan: mental wellness, physical fitness, nutrition, community and environment.
Located on Civic Center Way in the Malibu Country Mart, the studio aims to cleanse the mind, body and soul. With classes ranging from one hour to an hour and 30 minutes, unique selections include levels of Vinyasa Flow, Aerial Yoga and Happy Flow Yoga. Because of the diverse variety of lessons available people are able to work at their own pace in order to achieve their personal goals. The studio also offers Yang/Yin Yoga, Kids Yoga, Power Hour, Triyoga, Plyometrics and Prime of Life Yoga. The studio and staff have also brought the community together with several local events.
“We offer an opportunity for happy and healthy living,” said 5 Point Yoga owner Ted McDonald. “Here at our studio, we plan to change the world, one person at a time, with our 5 Point Plan.”
The yoga instructors and staff are truly dedicated to this ancient art form. Each trainer has years of experience, bringing forth special techniques and personal attributes to specific courses as well as the overall program. Although it is a small studio, the classroom has expanded along the California coastline, including the tranquil location of Malibu’s Point Dume.
“Yoga is an activity that calms, refreshes and restores,” said junior Holland Breek. “5 Point Yoga specifically provides an energizing course every class.”
The inviting atmosphere inside and outside of the studio will help one unwind from a long day at work or exhausting week at school. Aside from providing a remedy to channel one’s inner-thoughts and spirit, the studio also encourages healthy eating habits and eco-friendly ways of living. By enhancing natural abilities, yoga can help one accomplish a wide range of goals such as improving flexibility, core strength and toning.
With the help of dedicated professionals, each program successfully blends vigorous workouts and mental wellness exercises to create the ideal yoga curriculum. Soon enough, any attendee will be consider this yoga studio their home away from home.
Stay tranquil and in shape this spring by taking a yoga class, listening to some soothing tunes and spending time outdoors.
All music lovers have a song that calms their nerves, helps them doze off into a peaceful sleep or simply eases their mind. For those who have yet to find their ‘special tune’, here is a diverse collection of the 10 most tranquil and soothing songs iTunes has to offer. Whether one is about to practice yoga, in need of a broken heart healer or some relief from a stressful day, this playlist will surely make life infinitely better. Besides, who can resist the calming embrace of a soothing melody?
You’re a Wolf – Sea Wolf
Nantes – Beirut
Blood Bank – Bon Iver
Crystalised – The XX
State of Our Affairs – Mt. Desolation
Would Be Sad – The Avett Brothers
Unattainable – Little Joy
Concrete Wall – Zee Avia
Pillow Talk – Wild Child
Big Jet Plane – Angus Julia Stone
Compiled by Sabrina Sigal – Staff Writer
