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Austin: Another Free Day of Yoga Yoga

2011-03-03T13:36:30Z

You know the annual free day of yoga (the one where I took my mom to Bikram and she hasn’t stopped going since and it’s been like 5 years?). Well the city of Austin is having “Another Free Day of Yoga” this Saturday!

“Another Free Day of Yoga is an opportunity for people who are new to yoga to try a classand for existing students to try a different style of yoga,” explains Christina Simon, Director of Center Operations at Yoga Yoga. “Every year on Labor Day, Yoga Yoga participates in theannual Free Day of Yoga citywide-event, and we see over 1,000 people in our studios. With interest in yoga on the rise, we saw the need to make this a semiannual occasion, giving more people access to the benefits of yoga.”

At five Yoga Yoga locations across the city, 56 free yoga classes will be taught, from beginner-friendly yoga classes to prenatal yoga classes to a yoga bootcamp class at 7:30am! Class schedule and Yoga Yoga location information at yogayoga.com/another-free-day-yoga.

Of course, there are tons of other studios participating too. Check out freedayofyoga.com or contact info@freedayofyoga.com.

According to the 2008 Yoga in America study, 6.9 percent or 15.8 million U.S. adults practice yoga. That’s a lot, but we need more, so get thee to a studio stat! (Click here to check out the best free podcast yoga class I’ve ever heard—it’s the closest I’ll ever some to having a private instructor at home!)

Ready.Set.Red! Cross City Challenge

2011-03-05T05:03:46Z

Ever wondered what it would be like to try the hottest hot sauce in Austin? (Your tongue is tingling already, right?) Take a deep breath and prepare for “The Source.” -OR- Have you always wanted to try kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding? Your paddle is waiting. On your mark, get set, go! Whatever experience is on your bucket list, we’ve got it covered at the Ready. Set. Red! Cross City Challenge. Not to mention, you’ll get to try all these Austin staples and more for a fraction of what they would typically cost. Of course, there’s a lot more excitement awaiting you on Saturday, March 5th, but we don’t want to give away all of the challenges just yet. But be assured, we’re prepared to surprise you, challenge you and make you sweat. We’ll even reward you with some much deserved food and beverages at our post-event party. Registration for the Ready. Set. Red! Cross City Challenge takes five minutes and it’s your ticket to the fun! Visit www.ReadySetRed.com and let’s go!

Women's swimming/diving hosts Big 12 Invitational

2011-01-27T12:42:03Z

Sunday, Feb. 27, All-day event, Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center. Don't miss the Big 12 Invitational, and come support the hosts, Texas women's swimming and diving.

Event: 2011 U.S Open - USA Taekwondo at Austin Convention Center, Mon, Feb 21 8:00a

2011-01-16T09:45:57Z

The annual U.S. Open Taekwondo Championships is one of the premier and oldest Open Taekwondo Championships in the world. The event holds a G2 rating by the World Taekwondo Federation and will celebrate its 20th year in 2011. The U.S. Open annually draws the world's best taekwondo competitors, including world champions, Olympic medalists and national teams from around the globe. The five-day event attracts over 1500 competitors ranging in age from 10 to 70, as well as nearly 5000 spectators who come to watch world-class sparring and poomsae competition. EVENT SCHEDULE February 17: All Poomsae Divisions \& Opening Ceremonies February 18: All Junior (14-17) Sparring Divisions February 19: Senior Sparring (18-32) Female Weight Categories (kilograms) - Under 46, 49, 53 \& 57 Male Weight Categories (kilograms) - Under 74, 80, 87 \& Over 87 February 20: Senior Sparring (18-32) Female Weight Categories (kilograms) - Under 62, 67, 73 \& Over 73 Male Weight Categories (kilograms) - Under 54, 58, 63 \& 68 February 21: All Cadet (10-13) \& Ultra (33+) Sparring Divisions Purchase your ticket on-line now and save, at the door ticket prices will go up.

Event: 2011 U.S Open - USA Taekwondo at Austin Convention Center, Sun, Feb 20 8:00a

2011-01-16T09:45:57Z

51.11 Livestrong Post Marathon Party at the Hyatt

2011-02-20T14:50:49Z

It’s Austin Marathon Day! Keep that in mind as you are headed around town this morning. Good luck to all the runners.

I thought about blogging on a place to go eat after finishing the big race, but unless you have reservations you probably don’t have a great chance of getting a table somewhere. You might as well join the after party at that is being hosted by Livestrong. There will be plenty of post-race runners re-living the event.

I have to ask myself, who are these runners that can go 26.2 miles and be ready to party afterward? That’s crazy. If runners show their number they get a complimentary appetizer!

In unrelated news, I saw “Just Go With It” last night starring Austinite Brooklyn Decker. It was very funny and super cute! I would definitely recommend it. Way to make us look good Brooklyn!

Time: noon-7 p.m.

Live Music: 2 p.m.- 5 p.m.

Location:
Hyatt Regency Downtown/Marker 10
208 Barton Springs Road
Austin, Texas 78704

Pure Polar Plunge

2011-02-20T04:18:43Z

Pure Austin Fitness is excited to host the first-ever Pure Polar Plunge at Quarry Lake. Everyone is welcome to plunge into the cool waters of the Quarry on Sunday, February 20th. Plunges will take place at 11am, 1pm and 3pm so be sure join us for the big JUMP! The Pure Polar Plunge will be the perfect "ice bath" to reduce soreness and help with recovery, especially after a long ride or run like the Austin Marathon held that morning. Bring your friends and take the plunge together. Pure Polar Plunge Sunday, February 20th 11am, 1pm or 3pm Pure Austin Fitness Quarry Lake 4210 W. Braker Ln.

Texas baseball takes on Maryland

2011-01-30T15:42:33Z

Friday, Feb. 18, 3 p.m., UFCU Disch-Falk Field. See the first pitch of the season as Texas baseball hosts Maryland on Friday. General public may purchase tickets in advance at TexasBoxOffice.com or by calling 512-471-3333. Longhorn All-Sports Package (LASP) holders receive free admission to the game.

Austin: PLAY BLONDES VS. BRUNETTES!

2011-02-07T22:54:56Z

Last year when I started hyping the actual game on my blog (year two recap here, year one recap here), a bunch of you wrote in and said you would have liked to play! Well, ladies, now’s your chance!! YOU can play powderpuff football in Blondes vs. Brunettes, meet new friends, raise money for Alzheimer’s, and have a blast.

There are two requirements: you must raise $500 (a ticket to the game costs $20) and you must attend 5 practices. GAME DAY is May 14th.

DO IT!!

PIGSKIN PARTY (Alamo Downtown)

2011-02-06T05:35:36Z

Join us this Sunday for the Biggest Game of the Year, the one that decides it all. We don't know if the Thieves from Pennsylvania or the Wisconsin Bundlers will take home the gold, but we do know this is going to be one of the greatest pigskin parties ever!

For now, just know that we are the #1 sports bar on 6th St. What other spot can you go where you won't have to fight a mammoth crowd to get a measly beer and some queso? We've got the good stuff, and we'll bring it to you. And we've got the biggest screen in town. Doors to the theater will open by 4:30 pm so plan to get here early!

We're also offering some food specials created by our Executive Chef John Bullington! Supplies are limited, though, so be sure to order right away:

Pig Skin - $4.99
Basket of freshly fried, spicy pork rinds

Green Bay Cheese Curds - $5.99
A basket of Wisconsin's favorite, deep fried cheese curds

Ben Roethlis-burger - $10.99
A half pound burger forged of Italian pork sausage and beef topped with bacon, provolone, cheddar on a toasted bun with fries

This show is free, but you may reserve your seat online by purchasing a $5 food and beverage voucher good during the game for food and beverage within the theater.

Screenings

Sunday, February 06, 2011
5:30p

Walk on the Wild Side

2010-08-11T20:49:40Z

Walk on the Wild Side at McKinney Roughs Nature Park- Enjoy an interpretive hike as a park naturalist brings together a unique blend of human and natural history to tell the story of the Colorado River. Discover how the river influences animal, plant and human life along its banks. After your hike, visit McKinney Roughs’ Visitor’s Center gift shop with live native Texas animals and interactive exhibits. Bring a picnic lunch and make it a nature day! Hike is limited to the first 20 participants. Clubs or groups of more than five people should schedule a private hike. Pre-registration is required. Call (512) 303-5073 or send e-mail tooutdoorprograms@lcra.org to register. Adults and children 8 and up.

First Saturday of each month (except Jan. 1) through February

Location

McKinney Roughs

1884 State Highway 71 West

Cedar Creek, TX, 78612

Phone: (512) 303-5073

See map: Google Maps

Event Date:

Sat, 02/05/2011 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Related Greenspaces:

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

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For more information

3M Half Marathon and Relay

2011-01-30T05:01:56Z

A perennial favorite with Austin runners‚ the 3M Half Marathon & Relay is the capital city’s second largest distance road racing event. Run the half marathon as an individual or two-person relay team. January 30th, 2011

COMMUNITY: Texas Stars

2011-01-29T16:00:28Z

Let’s Move Austin Day

2011-01-27T22:32:45Z

Despite the wet forecast this weekend, you should get out of your house and get moving. On Saturday, Jan. 29 the City of Austin is teaming up with the YMCA to host the Let’s Move Austin Day featuring fun and free healthy activities for all ages.

Visit any of the seven Austin area YMCA locations between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday for a range of special activities, including free sampler group exercise classes, wellness orientations, indoor swimming, sports, active games for kids and more.

As a member of the Mayor’s Fitness Council, Capital Metro supports the city-wide effort to improve the health and lives of our community. Capital Metro has taken steps to help protect the health of its employees and customers, such as the recent tobacco-free initiative.

The Let’s Move! campaign was created by First Lady Michelle Obama to improve the health of our communities and help solve childhood obesity. Austin is taking the challenge head on and has already become an official Let’s Move City.

For more information visit austinymca.org and letsmoveatx.org.

Austin's third annual Free Day of Dance, Sat. January 29th 2011

2011-01-16T17:13:00Z

The next time someone asks you "Would you like to dance" say "yes!"

Take advantage of Austin's great giveaway: Free ballroom and social dance classes are being offered all over the city.

Last year, over 800 people took a Free Day of Dance class.

Studios and organizations participating are Austin Social Dance, The Rhythm Studio,
Austin Uptown Dance, Esquina Tango, Go Dance, and Austin City Dance Club.

Details: http://freedayofdance.com/Home_Page.html

Let's Move Austin!

2011-01-04T08:54:00Z

Free YMCA Day Saturday, Jan. 29.

Tough Mudder

2011-01-29T05:08:04Z

Probably the toughest event on the planet. January 29th and January 30th, 2011 Tough Mudder is not your average lame-ass mud run or spirit-crushing ‘endurance’ road race. It’s Ironman meets Burning Man, and it is coming to Austin. Our 9-mile 18-obstacle course is designed by British Special Forces to test all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. Forget finish times. Simply completing a Tough Mudder is a badge of honor. All Tough Mudder sponsorship proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Project. WARNING: A Tough Mudder is 3-4 times longer and much tougher than a typical mud run such as Warrior Dash. Only 78% of participants at our last event in New Jersey finished. Only those in reasonable physical condition should enter.

COMMUNITY: Harlem Globetrotters

2011-01-28T14:08:48Z

COMMUNITY: Austin Toros

2011-01-27T19:19:47Z

Barton Springs pool closed for gravel, debris removal

2011-01-05T11:23:00Z

Pool closed until March 12; Deep Eddy expands hours.