Public speaker who gives presentations and workshops that are both entertaining and educational, fun and inspiring. Phil shows you how to bring more heart, humor, and harmony to work and life. When you have your whole heart in what you do ~ when you are open to the positive feelings of the heart ~ the result is powerful beyond expectation. As scientific research reveals, the intelligence and power of the heart brings clarity and peak performance: you work better, think better, feel better, and relate better. Presentations for the workplace, classroom, health institution, church or synagogue, or any other gathering.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1989
What is your primary product or service?
Yoga instruction plus yoga therapy and Embodyment, a one-on-one healing modality.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
We each became interested in yoga for personal healing and personal growth.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
- The style of yoga taught
Svaroopa yoga is easy and gentle, and it is accessible
for every body. Yet, it's results are very profound.
See http://www.thecenteredplace.com/svaroopa.htm
- The unique beauty of our studio
The Centered Place yoga studio is a beautiful, spacious,
brightly-lit post-and-beam located in a rural area.
See http://www.thecenteredplace.com/space.htm
- The training and experience of our staff
Nancy and Phil, co-directors, have many years of
experience studying and teaching yoga. The rest of the
staff is also professional, well-trained, and dedicated.
See http://www.thecenteredplace.com/staff.htm
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Besides Warren, MA, Phil teaches in Chelmsford (www.bbyoga.com).
Provide detailed directions to your location
See http://www.thecenteredplace.com/directions.htm for maps.
From the East via Turnpike (Exit 9) and Sturbridge:
1. After tolls, take 1st right (Sturbridge/Brimfield). Continue west on Rt. 20 several miles to Brimfield. Then, take Rt 19 North to Warren.
2. Drive about 6 miles. When you get to the more heavily settled part of Warren, look for Ramsdell St. on the left (street sign is on the left, not the right). Turn left.
3. Drive to the end of Ramsdell Street, which meets Bridge St. The Centered Place is in front of you a bit toward the left. The Centered Place sign is out front. The studio has triangular windows at the peak.
From the East via Route 9:
1. After passing through the center of West Brookfield, turn left at the blinking light onto Rt 67-19 (just before the Copper Lantern Motel).
2. When you get to the center of Warren, turn left at the monument (just before the Citgo) and head under the RR bridge.
3. Turn right at the stop sign onto Maple Street/Rt. 19 South and head up the hill toward Brimfield.
4. After the road levels off (about 1/2 mile), turn right at Ramsdell St and follow the instructions in step 3 of the “From the East via Turnpike” instructions.
From the West (Ware) via Rt 9:
1. Go through Ware to the 3rd light (look for hospital sign) and turn right at South Street.
2. Continue past Mary Lane Hospital approximately 4 miles, over a mountain and down to the end of the road.
3. Turn left onto Route 67.
4. Continue east on Route 67 through West Warren (one traffic light) and into Warren. Look for the Sunoco gas station on your left and the Lizak Bus Service on your right. Bridge Street is your next right. Turn there.
5. Cross the bridges, ignore the Manning Rd. sign (on your right) and take a sharp left then a quick right to continue up Bridge St.
6. The Centered Place is 4/10 of a mile up and on your right, just past where Ramsdell St. ends (on your left).
From the West (Palmer):
Follow Rt. 20 East to Rt. 67 (Warren), then follow steps 4 to 6 above.
What type of payments do you accept?
Checks and cash
Which areas do you service?
We are located halfway between Springfield and Worcester. Counties served include:
Worcester County
Hampden County
Hampshire County
plus northern/central Connecticut
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Nancy Nowak and Phil Milgrom
What are your hours of operation?
Monday through Saturday
Class schedule varies from season to season
See http://www.thecenteredplace.com/schedule.htm
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