In attempting my first drop back into wheel, I realized that ultimately my ego was risking more than my physical body. My innate goodness, no matter if I fell flat on my face or not, was always accessible, always bright. To fortify my practice, I visualized being deeply anchored by the support of my teachers and fellow students.

These days, I blissfully challenge myself in my asana practice. I have found that healthy risks, such as gravity defying arm balances, recharge my life with respect for each moment and each breath. Now when I am challenged, I am grateful for the opportunity to polish the skill of being present. As I grow out of my perceived limitations, my practice has become a boon of support and has revealed both the light and strength of my heart.

This fall, Mondays from 5:45 pm – 7:15 pm starting Monday, September 13th, I am offering a playful, dynamic six-week series strongly rooted in the elegant alignment principles of Anusara Yoga. For beginners and intermediate yoga students who have set a foundation of yoga and are ready to take their practice to a new level. Please join us ~ Register Today!

Starting this June, I will be guiding a weekly:
Level III Anusara-Inspired practice
Fridays, from 4-6 pm at evolution yoga studio.

This class is geared toward experienced intermediate and advanced students and teachers, men and women, who can kick to handstand at the wall and perform Urdhva Dhanurasana (full wheel back bend) with straight arms.

Friday Level III class is geared toward experienced intermediate and advanced students and teachers, men and women, who can kick to handstand at the wall and perform Urdhva Dhanurasana (full wheel back bend) with straight arms. This practice is for dedicated practitioners of all ages, who are very committed to their practice, building community, and open to gracefully playing their edge.  The teacher practices alongside the students and gives direction and guidance. Experienced students are always welcome. The 2-hour practice concludes with a half-hour exploration of meditation, yoga nidra, shavasana, and/or restorative poses. This practice is not recommended for beginners.

Come and play with us!
Margaret Dunn-Carver

Watch a video with Margaret now!

One special weekend each year, the Evolution Yoga teachers retreat is held at the Tao of Health in Ira, Vermont. Tao of Health is owned by Janet Dunn-Davenport, Margaret Dunn-Carver’s mom, who prepares delicious food at the retreat and is a fantastic host. The Tao of Health features enough space for everyone to sleep, a yoga studio, walking labyrinth, and beautiful grounds. The weekend-long length of the retreat expands on the essence of the monthly meetings and deepens the bond of the group. This retreat helps teachers to focus individual intentions as well as and group teaching intentions.

At this years retreat teachers will learn from one another on topics as wide-ranging as chanting and harmonium, core strength and bandhas, meditation, pranayam, postural-assists, kirtan, proper-alignment, anatomy, and more!

Stay tuned to for tid-bits and images from the Evolution Teachers Retreat: April 16, 17,18, 2010 in Ira, Vermont.

Evolution will be open with a staff of wonderful subs during this weekend- deep thanks to those teachers!

Join Evolution Physical Therapy & Yoga teacher Margaret Dunn-Carver for a short yoga sequence. This video will give you a taste of how class with Margaret feels and some yoga to try at home.

Catch Margaret on Thursday evenings for Anusara Inspired I/II here at the studio.

If you’re new to yoga, join Margaret’s Beginner Series, called “Evolve Your Yoga,” for foundation and basic understanding. Keep your eyes out for the next start date.

For full length classes visit us in person at Evolution Physical Therapy & Yoga