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A cumulative collection of reflections, experiences and recipes from our Treetop community – teachers (new and old) and students. We hope you enjoy!

Become a Leader in the Self-Care Revolution

Become a Leader in the Self-Care Revolution

Kate Hamm is an instructor at Treetop Yoga, and she will lead The Roll Model Method Training in March. Kate offers monthly ball rolling (SMFR) workshops. Image: Kate with her teacher, Jill Miller, who created The Roll Model Method. My first encounter with...

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A Transformative Journey: My First Yoga Retreat Abroad

A Transformative Journey: My First Yoga Retreat Abroad

My first Yoga Retreat was truly a transformative experience. As I arrived at the retreat center in Thailand; I was surrounded by nature's beauty, filled with excitement, anticipation and if I am being honest, a little exhaustion– which yes, I know often comes with...

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Banana “Nice” Cream

Banana “Nice” Cream

Whether you are trying to steer clear of dairy, have an allergy, or just want a healthier version of your favorite Ben & Jerry's- try these out! Recipe credit: Chocolate Covered Katie. Base Recipe:Ingredients2-3 overripe frozen bananasoptional milk of choice, if...

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Barbeque Marinade

Barbeque Marinade

Planning to grill this weekend? With this wonderful all-purpose marinade from Pairs Well with Butter, anything from steak, to fish, to veggies will be a hit for all!⁠⁠INGREDIENTS⁠2 pounds meat or veggies of choice⁠⁠¼ cup olive oil⁠¼ cup brown sugar, loosely packed⁠2...

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Grilled Proscuitto Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs

Grilled Proscuitto Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs

Recipe courtesy Anne Burrell⁠ Ingredients⁠⁠6 Black Mission figs, cut in 1/2⁠⁠1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, plus extra for dressing⁠⁠Crushed red pepper flakes, optional⁠⁠12 slices prosciutto⁠⁠1/2 log goat cheese⁠⁠Extra-virgin olive oil⁠2 cups baby arugula⁠1/2 cup...

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Creating a Culture of Consent, One Class at a Time

Creating a Culture of Consent, One Class at a Time

What does it mean to create a culture of consent?  In an era of #MeToo, and the challenges of male-female consent, I believe Treetop Yoga is one of the best places to help people learn how to say no, how to say yes, and how to receive.  Since autumn 2018, I...

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Peace, Love, and Insulin

Peace, Love, and Insulin

A sharp beep beep beep beep pierces through the silence of the room, reverberating off the studios walls and disturbing the serenity of svasana. UGHHHH I think to myself as my hand instinctively moves towards my stomach to cover the 3-inch circle of plastic...

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Overnight Oats to Get You Out the Door

Overnight Oats to Get You Out the Door

Find yourself struggling in the mornings to get the family up and ready and out the door? Are you arriving at work or to the studio flying by the seat of your pants, fueled by coffee (or yearning for some?!) Taking a few short steps on Sundays can set yourself up to...

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