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About Deborah Shemesh

Deborah Shemesh

Contact Information

Name: Deborah Shemesh
Email: deborahshemesh@choprateachers.com
Website: http://www.deborahshemesh.com
Mobile: 707.843.9341
Work: 707.824.9690
Location: Sebastopol

As a long tern survivor of stage four melanoma cancer, I appreciate the gift of life beyond imagination. Each and every day is a new beginning, I get up from my bed with enthusiasm, joy and willingness to make a difference in my community, our world. I look forward to sharing my Fitness Program with others to enhance the quality of their lives. Aligning fitness with a spiritual approach has made my practice a sacred practice that evokes healing beyond just the physical. I see cancer as a gift, and I am grateful for the sense of purpose, appreciation and gratitude it has brought me.

This gift, has enabled me to understand body mechanics, physiology, and the power of thought; amazed at the miraculous ability of the body to heal. Bringing the experience of cancer into my physical fitness program while weaving in the threads of The Seven Spiritual Laws has resulted in a profoundly sacred practice, one that I look forward to sharing.

I am certified in:

Primordial Sound Meditation
Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga

Chopra Events Attended:

Journey into Healing
Seduction of Spirit
Seduction of Silence
Yoga Retreat

Photo Gallery

  • Yoga Sequence Meditative Movement
  • Chakrasana Revolving Chakrasana
  • Setu Bandhasana One legged Setu Bandhasana
  • Bhujangasana - Cobra Pose Full Bhujangasana
  • Vajrasanaa Diamond Pose
  • Jathara Parivrittanasana Hip Rocks
Deborah Shemesh

Class Schedule

M, W, F, 11 - 12 p.m. Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga

Event Details: Each week we begin a new law and weave the principles into our yoga practice through mindful yogic movements.  We begin each class with the Law of the Week, breath awareness and sequence yogic movements into our practice to increase our prana, flexibility, strengthen, and balance our body's systems.  The music is calming and nurturing and the ambiance of a private studio is sacred for restoring your sense of wholeness and well being.  The maximum limit are five people so please call to confirm your space. 

This class is offered at my North Main Street Studio in Sebastopol, Ca in Sonoma County, weekly on Monday, Wednesday and Friday's at 11-12 p.m., and is for every body and every body's physical condition.  If there are a sequence of movements that is challenging, I will offer you variations or you can just be.  Yoga is not a competitive sport, it's a form of exercise that unites and connects the wholeness of mind, body, and spirit.   Four series of classes $60.00, senior and local discount of $45.00 applies seasonally, and the drop-in cost is $15.00.  Always ask about specials for children, military, or disabilities. 

Private or semi-private classes are offered at The North Main Street Studio located in the heart of downtown Sebastopol. Please visit www.deborahshemesh.com for more information on pricing and scheduling.  Discount classes for groups, schools, special events.  Lunch and Learn available for corporations - a perfect blend of yoga and mediation.  

There are also yoga and fitness classes for seniors based on the Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga and are offered Tuesday's and Thursday's at Sebastopol Area Senior Center, and are only $8.00 with part proceeds returned to fund the center.  These classes are from 11:15-12 p.m. and are ongoing and weekly.   Tuesday's class is called Least Resistance Training, and Thursday's class is called Chair Yoga. 

Cost: $0.00

Start: 10/19/2009

End: 12/8/2012

Event Link: www.deborahshemesh.com

Sebastopol, CA

Address: 341 North Main Street

City: Sebastopol

Map Details: Google Map Link

1st Sunday of Each Month Primordial Sound Meditation

Testimonials

"Wow! Deborah is a wonderful teacher, calm and centered. Deborah's voice is beautiful and her instructions are very clear."
--Claire E. Diab -Director of the Chopra Center Yoga Certification Program

"If you are worried about falling, or have physical challenges, Deborah's class will enhance your potential for complete well being."
--Cecile Lusby-Sebastopol Area Senior Center

"A wonderful calm, class. I didn't think I would be able to practice yoga with the deformity of my arms. Outstanding and Safe workouts!"
--Darlene Dressler-SASC

"For more testimonials, please visit www.deborahshemesh.com and explore the Fitness and Yoga Page."
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"Deborah is an amazing teacher."
--Melissa Backer-Musician and Teacher

"Deborah's nurturing delivery is wonderful! Coupled with her knowledge of the Primordial Sound Meditation content makes for a wonderful presentation."
--Edie Flaiz - Vedic Master at Chopra Center University

"Primordial Sound Teacher Training Evaluation - Excellent presentation....calm, cool, relaxed! Deborah's essence is beautiful. Deborah is the perfect example of how a smile can change the energy in a room."
--Claire E. Diab - Vedic Master, Director of Yoga Certification, Profession of Asian Studies at Seton Hall University, Founder of

"I look forward to class every week ~ FANTASTIC ~ always a pleasure."
--Glenn Stocki, Realtor, SASC

"I always feel really great after class."
--Sibylle Klein, Palm Drive Hospital Imaging Technician

"Great Class!"
--Jennie Cheshier (81 years young)

"Great teacher~wonderful class."
--Ronnee Rubin, Bodega Bay