Beyond Asana
Beyond Asana: Koshas, Chakras and Mudras
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Welcoming Students who want to learn more about Yoga psychology and the philosophies of Yoga
and Yoga Teachers who want to add tools to their teaching toolbox.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
(rescheduled from 9/26)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 2 - 5:00 p.m.
Preston, Connecticut
Yoga, the world’s oldest holistic system of self-development, seeks to integrate mind, body and spirit. How? Begin where the student is now. What is commonly thought of as Yoga in this country is really a set of practices that has the potential to open doorways toward greater awareness and knowledge of our true nature, which is bliss.
Yoga is not merely a sophisticated exercise system. “Yoga is a spiritual system with a physical component, not a physical system with a spiritual component.” (Swami J) The word Yoga comes from the root word “yuj” and means union or to yoke together. Unite or yoke together what? Yoga is the union of the big Self (macrocosm) with the little self (microcosm.) “Yoga is the recognition of a pre-existing union.” (Swami J) The purpose of doing the practices is to remember our true nature, which is bliss.
The 5 Kosha model describes an organized process of evolution from Self to matter and provides a framework for self-understanding and personal transformation. “We are not just this body but the embodied spirit itself.” (Amrit Desai)
The 7 Chakra model describes as system of human development that began prior to our birth and continues after death when we merge with universal consciousness. Understanding the chakra system can provide insights into the nature and location of
imbalances in the bodies and into appropriate practices to bring the whole system into balance.
Mudras, in this case, hand mudras, are “gestures that seal specific experiences within the body, mind and spirit." (LePage)
In this workshop, we’ll explore the concepts of the 5 Koshas, the 7Chakras, the use of hand Mudras and how to incorporate them into our lives and into our practice. The workshop combines lecture format with asana and other experiences to move your mind and your body.
Bring your yoga gear, a light lunch and writing materials. Herbal teas will be provided.
- Presenter: Karen O'Donnell Clarke, eRYT500, certified Kripalu Yoga and Integrative Yoga Therapy.
Location: St. James Church, 95 Route 2A, Preston, Connecticut 06365
Registration:
- Workshop options:
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Overview of Samkhya Philosophy, Koshas, and Chakras
Chakra Yoga Asana Practice
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Working with the Chakras for health and healing
Guided Imagery and Chakra Yoga Nidra
Mudras for balance and health
Tuition: $35 each session or $65 for both
Mail your check to Yoga Heals Us LLC, 129 Rose Hill Road, Ledyard, CT 06339
- Please pre-register so that I know to expect you.
Phone: 860.204.0797
CEUs: This workshop meets the Yoga Alliance standard for 3 or 6 Continuing Education units.
Yoga Teachers, request a certificate of attendance at registration and add $10 to the registration fee.
Breathe, you can relax now...yoga heals us... |
Tools for Teaching Yoga as a Vehicle for Transformation
at Breathe Yoga Studio, Pensacola, Florida
Sunday, May 24, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Yoga, the world’s oldest holistic system of self-development, seeks to integrate mind, body and spirit. How? Begin where the student is now. What is commonly thought of as Yoga in this country is really a set of practices that has the potential to open doorways toward greater awareness and knowledge of our true nature, which is bliss.
Yoga is not merely a sophisticated exercise system. “Yoga is a spiritual system with a physical component, not a physical system with a spiritual component.” (Swami J) The word Yoga comes from the root word “yuj” and means union or to yoke together. Unite or yoke together what? Yoga is the union of the big Self (macrocosm) with the little self (microcosm.) “Yoga is the recognition of a pre-existing union.” (Swami J) The purpose of doing the practices is to remember our true nature, which is bliss.
The 5 Kosha model describes an organized process of evolution from Self to matter and provides a framework for self-understanding and personal transformation. “We are not just this body but the embodied spirit itself.” (Amrit Desai)
The 7 Chakra model describes as system of human development that began prior to our birth and continues after death when we merge with universal consciousness. Understanding the chakra system can provide insights into the nature and location of imbalances in the bodies and into appropriate practices to bring the whole system into balance.
Mudras, in this case, hand mudras, are “gestures that seal specific experiences within the body, mind and spirit." (LePage) In this workshop, we’ll explore the concepts of the 5 Koshas, the 7 Chakras, the use of hand Mudras and how to incorporate them into our lives and into our classes.
This workshop is open to Yoga Teachers and experienced students of Yoga. Bring your lunch and yoga gear.
Presenter: Karen O'Donnell Clarke, eRYT500, certified Kripalu Yoga and Integrative Yoga Therapy.
Location: Breathe Yoga Studio, Historic Downtown Seville Square, 503 Adams Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502
Tuition: $89 or pay $79 before May 10th. Pre-register to reserve your space!
CEUs: This workshop meets the Yoga Alliance standard for 6 Continuing Education units
Phone: 850.291.5506
Email: info@breathepcola.com or yogahealsus@yahoo.com
Breathe, you can relax now...yoga heals us...
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