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PARKING: Please do not park in front of any of the other businesses. Park in the spots that are marked "Reserved: Bikram Yoga" or along the perimeter fences, including behind the building. There are also undesignated spaces at the entrance to the parking lot. Parking can be a challenge so consider carpooling if possible and remember that there are spaces on the opposite side of the building as well.

SPECIAL EVENT: Bikram Alexandria is participating in "Strech to the Cure." Join us on September 18th, 2010 for 90 minutes of Bikram Yoga, where all the proceeds will be donated to the National Foundation for Cancer Research. $20.00 per person/lunch will be provided afterwards. Call or visit the studio to sign up!

Interested in Nutrition? Click here to view Marybeth's July newsletter.

***ATTENTION: BABYSITTING available ***

Babysitting is available for the following classes:
9:30am Monday - Friday
5:30pm Monday - Thursday
10:00am Saturday

Cost is $7 per child. or 2 for $12
Babysitter is licensed by Fairfax County and has worked in the Fairfax County Public School System.


No refunds, transfers, or exchanges on all memberships.
First class free for local residents only!

Students under the age of 18 must have parental consent.

Massage and acupuncture therapy available. We now have new massage therapists specializing in the art of Chinese Acupressure Massage - less invasive and more effective than deep tissue massage.

Appointments are available on Sundays from 10am to 5pm.

Price list:
15 minutes - $20
30 minutes - $35
60 minutes - $70
Call 703-212-9642 for more information and to schedule an appointment.

New shipment has arrived: We have the latest yoga clothing styles in stock at competitive prices including Prana, Bikram, Shakti, Yoga Threads & Harajuku swim-wear.

We have the newest yoga mats from Prana and Yogi toes in stock as well as Yogi toes mat-sized towels.

Also, please try one of our two Far Infrared Saunas. It is great for de-toxifying heavy metals from the body. First session is free for members; otherwise $10 charge. Please call to schedule an appointment for use of the sauna.

We also offer Zico coconut water for $2.00 (also available by the case for $24).






The studio occupies a total area of 6500 sq ft with the main yoga room comprising 1500 sq ft. The yoga room is 60' x 25' and has additional space on both ends to accomodate large classes. Both locker rooms are equipped with handicapped accessible showers, sinks, and commodes. There is a large lobby area with ample waiting areas outside the yoga room. Additional rooms are available for massage, chiropractic, accupuncture, etc.


A large selection of yoga clothing from a variety of vendors is available for sale, as well as, yoga mats, books, tapes, etc. A variety of beverages and nutritional supplements are offered for sale; and mats and towels are available for rent.


Ample parking is available with easy, well lit access to the studio. The studio is located adjacent to the Van Dorn metro stop (Blue Line) and is just a brief one minute walk.

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Massage Therapist and Esthetician
We are happy to welcome Lana May to Bikram Alexandria on Wednesdays and Sundays. She specializes in Deep Tissue and Swedish massage techniques as well as offering facials and microdermabrasion services. To make an appointment, please call the studio at (703) 212-9642.

Nutritional Health Coach -
click here to view the July newsletter

Mary Beth Walsh will conduct a monthly series of Healthy Eating seminars, designed to teach you how to maximize your nutritional health with simple changes to your diet. Seminars will include demonstrations, recipes and samples for you to enjoy.

Business Manager
Please welcome Kimberly Sikmen as our new business manager. Kimberly will be in charge of all non-yoga activities to include marketing and new product development. She is also developing her own line of hot yoga clothing.
]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=18 Sun, 30 May 2010 14:13:04 -0400 New Students http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=6 New students of all levels and experience are welcome and encouraged to attend. There is no obligation to buy a membership or commit to a specific time slot. It is very important that new students arrive at least 15 minutes before class. You need to be briefed by the instructor to insure that your first class is safe and enjoyable. Do not come to class on an empty stomach as this may cause a sudden drop in blood sugar level. Don't have a full stomach. Eat just enough (or early enough) to keep your blood sugar level steady and to absorb stomach acid. Be sure to begin hydrating 2-3 hours before class. The better hydrated you are, the better you will deal with the effects of the heat.

All students should bring the following items: Sticky mat, large bath size towel, two washcloths, water or beverage of choice, and a sense of humor. Mats and beverages are available for sale and mats and towels are available for rent. Women should wear a stretch short or tight with a jog bra. Men can wear Speedos or shorts (jogging shorts are not recommended) and a Tee shirt is optional. There is a variety of yoga clothing available for sale at the studio. Remember, the temperature in the room will be approximately 105 degrees. You will sweat a lot! Please try to avoid the color green. Don't ask, just try.

There are some rules of yoga etiquette. When entering the yoga room leave your shoes and cell phone outside. You don't have to be quiet, but try to minimize the noise. Do not obstruct another students' mirror space. Be courteous and make room to accommodate others. Do not leave your valuables in the locker rooms, bring them with you into the studio. Finally, please avoid the use of fragrances to include perfume, ointments, and nicotine.

Jim Ambrogi, the Director, is a hands on teacher who will help you understand how to perform the postures the right way. If this makes you uncomfortable, please let him know and you will only receive verbal corrections.

Remember, All you have to do is try the right way.

Students under the age of 18 must have parental consent either in writing or accompanying at beginning of class.]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=6 Sat, 3 Jun 2006 21:03:17 -0400 Contact Info http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=5 Bikram Yoga of Alexandria
5416 Eisenhower Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 212-9642

contact Jim Ambrogi via email at: ja@bikramalexandria.com]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=5 Sat, 3 Jun 2006 21:03:02 -0400 Directions http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=4 Bikram Yoga of Alexandria
5416 Eisenhower Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 212-9642

Ample parking is available with easy, well lit access to the studio. The studio is located adjacent to the Van Dorn metro stop (Blue Line) and is just a brief 3-4 minute walk.

From 395 take Duke St. East (Landmark) Follow Duke St about a half mile to South Pickett St. Turn Right onto South Pickett. Stay on South Pickett until you reach the T intersection with Van Dorn St (about 1 mile). Turn left unto Van Dorn. Stay in the right lane, proceed approximately 200 yards and take the exit which reads Eisenhower Avenue/Van Dorn Metro. Follow it to the T intersection with Eisenhower Avenue. Turn left onto Eisenhower. The studio is located in the first building on your right just after the traffic light. (Don't count the Metro station.) Use the second entrance and proceed to the end. There is a sign on the marquee just below Don Allen Service.


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No refunds, transfers, or exchanges on all memberships.

*****ATTENTION STUDENTS: NEW CLASS ADDED*****

New Class: 6:00 pm Sunday
Sunday classes now offering: 9 am, 11 am, 4 pm, and 6 pm

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday: 6:00am | 9:30am | 5:30pm | 7:30pm
Tuesday: 9:30am | 5:30pm | 7:30pm
Wednesday: 6:00am | 9:30am | 5:30pm | 7:30pm
Thursday: 9:30am | 5:30pm | 7:30pm
Friday: 6:00am | 9:30am | 4:00pm | 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am | 10:00am | 4:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am | 11:00am | 4:00pm | 6:00pm

FEES:
(no refunds)
Drop-In Class: $15
12 Class Package: $125
35 Class Package: $300
50 Class Package: $400
Monthly Unlimited: $150
6 MonthUnlimited: $600
Annual Unlimited: $1,000

Sauna Use: 1st use is free for members; otherwise $10 charge

Mat Rental: $1.00
Mat Purchase: $40, $35 & $30
Towel rental: $1.50
Water: $1.50
Vitamin Water: $1.50
Zico coconut water: $2.00
]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=3 Sat, 3 Jun 2006 21:01:54 -0400 About Us http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=2 THE STUDIO:

The studio occupies a total area of 6500 sq ft with the main yoga room comprising 1500 sq ft. The yoga room is 60' x 25' and has additional space on both ends to accommodate large classes. Both locker rooms are equipped with handicapped accessible showers, sinks, and commodes. There is a large lobby area with ample waiting areas outside the yoga room. Additional rooms are available for massage, chiropractic, acupuncture, etc.

A large selection of yoga clothing from a variety of vendors is available for sale, as well as, yoga mats, books, tapes, etc. A variety of beverages and nutritional supplements are offered for sale; and mats and towels are available for rent.

Ample parking is available with easy, well lit access to the studio. The studio is located adjacent to the Van Dorn metro stop (Blue Line) and is just a brief one minute walk.]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=2 Sat, 3 Jun 2006 21:01:20 -0400 Bikram Choudhury http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=7 Yogiraj Bikram Choudhury is the founder of the worldwide Yoga College of India. Born in Calcutta in 1946, Bikram began Yoga at the age of four with India's most-renowned physical culturist at that time, Bishnu Ghosh, the younger brother of Paramahansa Yogananda (Author of the most popular book on Yoga, The Autobiography of a Yogi, and founder of the Self-Realization Fellowship in Los Angeles).

Bikram practiced Yoga at least four to six hours every day at Ghosh's College of Physical Education in Calcutta. At the age of thirteen, he won the National India Yoga Championship. He was undefeated for the following three years and retired as the undisputed All-India National Yoga Champion.



At seventeen, an injury to his knee during a weight-lifting accident brought the prediction from leading European doctors that he would never walk again. Not accepting their pronouncement, he had himself carried back to Bishnu Ghosh's school, for he knew that if anyone could help to heal his knee, it was his teacher. Six months later, his knee had totally recovered. Ghosh was a celebrated physical culturist and the first to scientifically document Yoga's ability to cure chronic physical ailments and heal the body.

Bikram was asked by Ghosh to start several Yoga schools in India. The schools were so successful that at Bishnu's request Bikram traveled to Japan and opened two more. He has since brought his curative methods of Yoga therapy around the world.

To learn more about Bikram and Bikram Yoga visit: Bikram's Yoga College of India]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=7 Sat, 3 Jun 2006 21:01:00 -0400 Jim Ambrogi http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=9 Jim Ambrogi is the founder of Bikram Yoga in MD, DC, and VA, opening the first studio on Wisconsin Avenue in the District in August 2001. Jim completed the nine week training course in April, 1999 and was chosen Best in Overall. Since then he continually returns to the International Headquarters in Los Angeles to train new teachers, maintain his certification as a yoga judge, and take classes with Bikram.

Jim is a retired Army officer, Airborne Ranger, and served combat tours in Viet Nam and Desert Storm. He has a 60% disability rating from the Veterans Administration which was his motivation to try Bikram Yoga. Numerous injuries and surgeries put an end to his weight lifting and distance running. Bikram Yoga was the only activity that gave him a tremendous physical workout and healed his body at the same time.

Jim has been featured on NBC, ABC, FOX, and DC Cable TV, as well as the Washington Post, Washington Times, Washingtonian Magazine, Women’s Health and Fitness, Yoga Digest, and other various media outlets.

Jim is very adept at recognizing and diagnosing physical problems and working one on one with the students to help relieve their pain. In his class, you will get as much personal instruction as you want and be shown how to improve your Bikram Yoga practice.

contact Jim via email at: ja@bikramalexandria.com]]> General http://bikramalexandria.com/home/index.php?itemid=9 Mon, 6 Jun 2005 09:14:00 -0400