| Time | Name | Faculty | Group |
| 3 July 06:30 - 08:00 |
Day 1 - Led Primary Series (Ashtanga Yoga) | Sharath Rangaswamy | Special Event |
| Class Description : Come and experience the traditional practice of Ashtanga Yoga. Sharath Rangaswamy will guide you slowly and steadily through the whole Primary Series. This ancient practice has a particular sequence of breath and movement called Vinyasa that integrates the two together in a steady flow of practice. Though a little more challenging than other styles of yoga, it is guaranteed to awaken greater health and well-being for all of its practitioners. Don't miss this great opportunity to experience yoga from the source, the living caretakers of the Ashtanga Yoga tradition. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 11:00 |
Yoga Philosophy - What is Yoga? | Carlos Pomeda | Lecture |
| Class Description : The answer is not as obvious as it may seem. In fact, the various systems of yoga that developed in India over the centuries are different answers to that fundamental question. But this workshop does not treat the question nor the answers from a theoretical perspective. It does provide a chronological overview of the development of yoga. It does explore the major systems from the perspective of their answers to that question. And it does provide a useful framework for further study. But, most importantly, it explores the various approaches to life and to practice that each system contains. Geared primarily for those with some prior exposure to the various yoga systems, this workshop will be an ideal opportunity to fill-in any gaps that participants might have as to the history of yoga and also to go deeper into the heart of each school examined, ending with a comfortable degree of basic familiarity with the major systems. The workshop will combine a lively and insightful presentation of some of the most important teachings of the various schools, including the origins of yoga, the classical formulation of Patanjali's, the various systems of Vedanta and the various approaches of Tantrism, including Kashmir Shaivism. It will also include a variety of meditative and other practices, representative of each of these schools, so as to give participants an "inside" feel for each one. Track Level: Intermediate/Advanced Activity Level: Interactive presentation, discussion and meditations |
| 3 July 09:00 - 11:00 |
Anusara Yoga - Advanced: Flying Lessons: Hand Balancing & Backbends | John Friend | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Soar to high altitudes of spirit with a lively variety of advanced hand-balancing and wild backbends. For high-flying, daredevil Advanced students only. Parachutes and helmets required. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 11:00 |
Max Strom Yoga - The Healing Powers of Forgiveness | Max Strom | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : "Forgiveness is perhaps the most powerful tool we have for healing ourselves. To forgive another, heals oneself, just as anger toward another poisons oneself." - M.S. Anger and resentment destroy our lives. For the body to heal, often times what is most vital is to heal the broken heart or spirit. Failure to forgive affects our stress level, power to heal the body, discernment, and all our relationships. Class will integrate non-dogmatic philosophy, gentle yoga movement, breathing exercises, and meditation. Appropriate for all levels. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 11:00 |
Yoga in the Scriptural Tradition - The Secret Method of Learning to Memorize the Yoga Sutras (Part I) | Dr. MA Jayashree | Lecture |
| Class Description : Srutiparampara tradition goes back to approximately 5000 years. It has been an ideal method of learning with literally no tools like books paper pencil etc. It has been the technique by which the teacher could transfer the knowledge to the student wherever one could be without the need of even a class room. It has been evolved in those days for the transfer of knowledge so that the knowledge can be preserved and transferred in pristine purity, the knowledge acquired by Sages and Scholars. Sruti means listening and Smrti means memorizing. The Guru (Teacher) used to recite and the Sisya (Student) used to listen, repeat twice or thrice and then store it in his memory and propagate the so acquired knowledge to an aspirant by this system. In India it has been honed to such perfection that all branches of knowledge including mathematics and astronomy were also taught by this method. Even today this technique is used to teach the sastras or the technical texts and also the fine arts. By learning through this method the students will learn and get more familiarity with the words of the Sutras. The aim of these teaching sessions is to make them learn the first pada of Patanjali's Yogasutras. Srutiparampara technique is of seven levels, the basic level being that of learning the proper pronunciation and rendition of the text to be learnt. It has been the pride of India that because of this it can be claimed that Sanskrit is the only language that has been written as it is pronounced from time immemorial. The correlation between the phoneme and the script has been too perfect to be believed. In order to make the oral learning of the text easier, the Rsis have taken recourse to the metrical or poetical form so that the text is memorized with a tune. This makes the learning process all the more enjoyable. The tune helps the student to notice in case he misses any word or phoneme, as the chanting goes out of tune immediately. The singing also helps the spontaneous remembering of the next word or the next verse. This has to be experienced to be believed. This is how the traditional scholars of India even today can recite and quote any relevant passages of the Vedas, the Upanishads and also the literary works of famous poets. This technique makes one literally a walking encyclopedia. At further stages of learning one will also learn the meaning, the grammar and the commentaries which enhance one's capability to master a specific branch of knowledge in its entirety. Grammar or Vyakarana which is supposed to be the bane of language learning becomes a joy when one learns it through the Sruti parampara technique. Once the learner masters this technique of learning Sanskrit, it has been seen that one can learn any language in the world in no time and become word perfect and pronunciation perfect by applying the Sruti pramapara technique. Since it enhances ones capacity of retention and trains the vocal chords to replicate any phoneme of any language however complex it might be. It is also a fact that the language Sanskrit has been honed to such a perfection that even just chanting the traditional texts in the sutra form itself will produce the desired transformation in the human system without one being consciously aware of the meaning of what one is chanting. No doubt knowing will catalyze the effect but unlike other languages, for texts in Sanskrit intellectual understanding is secondary to experiential knowing. Attending a workshop conducted in this method by Dr. M. A. Jayashree who is a past maestro in this methodology is really an aural treat. One has to attend to believe and to experience that how one can master the pronunciation and the meaning which spontaneously flashes as one has progress in learning one of the most ancient languages of the world in which the most valuable and most needed knowledge of today is enshrined. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 11:00 |
Live in Peace not in Pieces | Rebecca Pflaum | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Together we will guide the life force through our bodies and minds to the heart chakra so that we may give and receive love without fear, anger or judgement. This space allows us to experience the gift of the heart chakra - i.e. compassion and unconditional love for ourselves and all present relationships. Through the sacred science of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation, we will experience the kindness and strength within each and everyone of us so that we may live in Peace, not in pieces. Everyone is most welcome! |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Dharma Yoga - Shiva Namaskar Vinyasa Level III, IV, and V and Yoga Concepts | Dharma Mittra | CET |
| Class Description : Years of teaching have yielded a unique practice that promotes harmony within all the koshas (layers) for an integrated state of radiant health. This session includes a challenging, physically absorbing progression to twist, stretch, manipulate, and gain control of the body. A long vinyasa practice incorporates Dharma's Headstand series, followed by Yoga Nidra and discussion of yamas and niyamas, yogic diet, ancient breathing practices, sound healing, and meditation. Mostly asana. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
INSPYA Yoga - The Pillars / Building Blocks (AM Session) | Lance Schuler | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Standing postures are essential for any yoga sequence as they provide the foundation for the rest of the practice. Developing stamina, flexibility, strength and stability, These postures improve balance and muscular co-ordination of the whole body... The asana we will adopt in our standing postures are: 1. Ardha Chandasana 2. Lunges (San Chalanasana) 3. Garudasana 4. Parivrtta Parsvakonasana 5. Parvritta Trikonasana 6. Parvatasana 7. Parsvottanasana 8. Prasaritta Padottanasana 9. Tadasana 10. Urdhva Prasarita Ekapadasana 11. Utkatasana 12. Utthita Parsvakonasana 13. Utihita Trikonasana 14. Virabhadrasana 1,2,3 Abdominal and lower back sequenances Abdominal/core strength postures. These postures also improve the health and vitality of the abdominals organs and also stimulating metabolism and improving de-toxification of the bodily functions. A healthy toned core means that both the internal organs and the lower back are supported and protected. This also contributes to a stable relationship between the pelvis and lumber spine. Those asana under this catergory are: 1. Dandasana 2. Urdhva Prasarita padasana 3. Marjariasana (cat) 4. Jathara Parivartanasana 5. Navasana 6. Salabhasana 7. Ubhaya Padangusthasana 8. Lolasana 9. Tolasana 10. Eka Hasta Bhujasana Twists and Laterals The action of a twist is powerfully transformative for connective tissue, internal organs, glands and the circulatory system. When a twisting action completed and the organs are returned to their original positions, fresh blood surges into the organs flushing out wastes and purifying them. Twists are also an important series of asana for counter-posing and providing spinal health, helping to alleviate neck and back ache. On an emotional and spiritual level twisting brings consciousness to the knotted areas in life. Postures: 1. Bharadvajasana 1 and 2 2. Parighasana 3. Arhda Matsyendrasana 1 and 2 4. Marichyasana 3 and 4 5. Parvritta Janu Sirsasana |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Ashtanga Yoga - Reach Out and Touch Someone: Hands on Adjustment Techniques | David Swenson | CET |
| Class Description : All levels/Continue Your Education Learn the basic techniques of applying safe and practical methods of hands-on adjusting. Starting with downward-facing dog, we'll use partner work to explore a handful of asanas, gaining insight into our own practice as we assist others. Mostly asana with partner work. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Prajna Yoga - Kidney Chi | Tias Little | CET |
| Class Description : It's essential not to let the kidney region become restricted or dehydrated, which often results from low-back tension, fear, and emotional holding-on. We'll view the kidneys as aquifers that foster endurance and homeostasis in the entire body; identify ways they support the lungs and flow of prana; and practice twists, forward bends, and supported backbends that balance kidney chi. Bring one blanket, a block, and a strap. Mostly asana. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Anatomy - Introduction to the Women's Sacred Anatomy (AM Session) | Ellen Heed | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : This introductory one-day workshop for women only identifies and defines the function and location of female sensual and sexual anatomy. Using richly illustrated lecture, provocative dialogue and a detailed textbook, Ellen will answer your questions and demystify the complex organization of tissues that provide access to our deepest pleasures. This revolutionary revisioning of our sexual selves invites us to open our awareness to the fullness of our ecstatic potential. The goal of this workshop is to initiate an ongoing process of sexual empowerment through the understanding of accurate anatomical information and conscious (private) self-exploration. The pathway to the deepest sexual and personal healing begins with this basic information describing how we are put together. In future (more experiential) workshops, Ellen will provide personal guidance to begin to use self-pleasuring, breathe, and group support as a gateway to open the meridian system of the energy body. She will explain and demonstrate how to move orgasmic pleasure all the way through each meridian. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Yoga of Heart - Asana, Pranayama, Meditation and Life, A Seamless Process (AM Session) | Mark Whitwell | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Advanced asana and pranayama class open to everyone. (Mark will always adapt advanced practices to individual needs.) Asana supports pranayama, pranayama supporting meditation, meditation supports Life. Mark will clarify the principles of pranayama and bandha in your practice. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Insight Yoga - Yin and Yang Asana : Free the Body, Free the Mind (AM Session) | Sarah Powers | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : (Appropriate for students with one year or more of yoga experience who have a strong interest in meditation. ) Explore holding passive floor poses while learning about the Yin practice and how it balances the body, heart, and mind. The morning session combines floor poses, flow practice, and meditation; the afternoon focuses on Yin Yoga and mindfulness meditation. Appropriate for students with one year or more of yoga experience who have a strong interest in meditation. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Universal Yoga, intro, Asanas for the arms, Marmas, sequencing | Andrey Lappa | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : (Lecture only) Introduction to Universal Yoga. Asanas for the arms and their correspondence with Asanas for the legs. Asanas for all directions of motilities of the spine and their correspondence. Marmas - active zones of the body. Examples of energetic schemes and multidimensional models of training sequences. |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
Yogic Arts - Warrior Flow: Make My Spirit Strong | Duncan Wong | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : An introduction to the eight stance structure of the Yogic Arts primary flow technology: Mantra: Protect Human | Protect Animal Intention: Developing a mind-body inner space and outlook that awakens a generous spirit of compassionate courage towards all species. An introduction to the eight stance structures of the Yogic Arts primary flow technology: In this enlightening body of work, we will dynamically and interactively explore the original purposes of the warrior poses, and how the yogic, martial arts and modern-urban dance stance structures naturally blend together to create the Yogic Arts WS|Warrior Salutation; an intelligent empowering of the holistic body temple. Participants can expect to learn and relearn the new and unfamiliar elements of this powerful organic movement, while dancing up a purifying sweat. Primarily ASANA and Vinyasa with Gentle Combat kicks and Urban Dance Drills |
| 3 July 09:00 - 12:00 |
AcroYoga - Love, Light & Flight | Jason Nemer & Jenny Sauer-Klein | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Flying is a dance between Shiva & Shakti, that utilizes the compliments of strong grounding energy and fluid receptive energy. It is a practice of giving and receiving, honoring and accepting, inhaling and exhaling that will take both yogis into a new place of union and bliss. The base creates a stable platform for the flyer to receive inverted aerial asana flows, blended with therapeutic massage techniques. The relationship between partners deepens as they exchange roles as flyer and base, increasing their capacity for trust and communication. The flyer receives spinal and muscular release while the base is the recipient of Thai Massage and the Buddhist practice of metta-loving kindness. This intensive is for intermediate yoga students, 1 yr experience is recommended. |
| 3 July 12:15 - 13:15 |
Charity Auction | None | Complimentary Event |
| Class Description : Join the excitement and try your hand at bidding for private sessions with our faculty members. Also on offer - personal items donated by these world-class teachers, some of which are one-off collectibles! |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
INSPYA Yoga - F.A.M.O.U.S P.E.O.P.L.E (PM Session) | Lance Schuler | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Overview principles of "F.A.M.O.U.S P.E.O.P.L.E" General Assessment, standing postures, Surya Namaskar. Focusing on the first three letters, - Foundation, Alignment and Movement. In the standing poses you can feel the foundation of the feet and work up the body ocusing on inner alignment and the movement of the body. Surya Namaskar focuses more on the movement as the foundation quickly changes from pose to pose and brings alertness to the mind and body. Chest/Shoulder and Upper body Hip opening and pelvic stability - using the next three letters from our acronym O.U.S - explore Observation, Understanding and Sensitivity to 'unlock" the hips and enhance pelvic stability. Using the inner eye to observe where the body is and what the individual parts of the body are doing. Coupled with this is the understanding of the pose as to where the body should be and the innate sensitivity to guide the body to correct alignment through the inner observation and understanding. Inversions and Back bending Discover the next three letters P.E.O- Power, Energy and Opening created through inversions and back bending and how to self adjust in these poses in light of the earlier principles (foundation, alignment. Movement, observation, understanding and, sensitivity). By so doing enhancing the benefits of the asanas creating more power, energy and openness in not just the body but also the mind and the spirit. Abdominal, laterals/twists forward bending postures. The last 3 letters P.L.E Principles, Lines of energy, and Exiting the pose. Through the modem of abdominal laterals/twists and forward bends, review the principles of how to effectively execute these poses which are difficult for many to do correctly. Finally, exiting the asanas safely, the aspect of asana where most injury occurs. Focusing on releasing sensitively and effortlessly. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Dharma Yoga - Shiva Namaskar Vinyasa Level III, IV, and V and Yoga Concepts | Dharma Mittra | CET |
| Class Description : Years of teaching have yielded a unique practice that promotes harmony within all the koshas (layers) for an integrated state of radiant health. This session includes a challenging, physically absorbing progression to twist, stretch, manipulate, and gain control of the body. A long vinyasa practice incorporates Dharma's Headstand series, followed by Yoga Nidra and discussion of yamas and niyamas, yogic diet, ancient breathing practices, sound healing, and meditation. Mostly asana. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Ashtanga Yoga - Reach Out and Touch Someone: Hands on Adjustment Techniques | David Swenson | CET |
| Class Description : All levels/Continue Your Education Learn the basic techniques of applying safe and practical methods of hands-on adjusting. Starting with downward-facing dog, we'll use partner work to explore a handful of asanas, gaining insight into our own practice as we assist others. Mostly asana with partner work. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Prajna Yoga - Kidney Chi | Tias Little | CET |
| Class Description : It's essential not to let the kidney region become restricted or dehydrated, which often results from low-back tension, fear, and emotional holding-on. We'll view the kidneys as aquifers that foster endurance and homeostasis in the entire body; identify ways they support the lungs and flow of prana; and practice twists, forward bends, and supported backbends that balance kidney chi. Bring one blanket, a block, and a strap. Mostly asana. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Anatomy - Introduction to the Women's Sacred Anatomy (PM Session) | Ellen Heed | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : This introductory one-day workshop for women only identifies and defines the function and location of female sensual and sexual anatomy. Using richly illustrated lecture, provocative dialogue and a detailed textbook, Ellen will answer your questions and demystify the complex organization of tissues that provide access to our deepest pleasures. This revolutionary revisioning of our sexual selves invites us to open our awareness to the fullness of our ecstatic potential. The goal of this workshop is to initiate an ongoing process of sexual empowerment through the understanding of accurate anatomical information and conscious (private) self-exploration. The pathway to the deepest sexual and personal healing begins with this basic information describing how we are put together. In future (more experiential) workshops, Ellen will provide personal guidance to begin to use self-pleasuring, breathe, and group support as a gateway to open the meridian system of the energy body. She will explain and demonstrate how to move orgasmic pleasure all the way through each meridian. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Yoga of Heart - Asana, Pranayama, Meditation and Life, A Seamless Process (PM Session) | Mark Whitwell | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Advanced asana and pranayama class open to everyone. (Mark will always adapt advanced practices to individual needs.) Asana supports pranayama, pranayama supporting meditation, meditation supports Life. Mark will clarify the principles of pranayama and bandha in your practice. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Insight Yoga - Yin and Yang Asana : Free the Body, Free the Mind (PM Session) | Sarah Powers | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : (Appropriate for students with one year or more of yoga experience who have a strong interest in meditation. ) Explore holding passive floor poses while learning about the Yin practice and how it balances the body, heart, and mind. The morning session combines floor poses, flow practice, and meditation; the afternoon focuses on Yin Yoga and mindfulness meditation. Appropriate for students with one year or more of yoga experience who have a strong interest in meditation. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Universal Mandala Yoga, theory, description of the sequence and practice | Andrey Lappa | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : (Lecture 45 mins) Universal Yoga Mandala. Most intelligent and conscious methods of Yoga practice. Complete description of sequence with formulas of alternations of Asanas, Vinyasas, Pranayamas, Mantras and Visualizations". (Practice 2 hours 15 mins): Universal Yoga Mandala sequence 1, static-dynamic, multi-directional substyle. (Each student must to have two yoga-mats). |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Hasya Yoga - Laughter Yoga for Instant Stress Relief | Dr. Madan Kataria | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Sustained hearty laughter triggers the instant release of a cocktail of chemicals and hormones that exactly counter the effects of stress on our mind and body. Find out why laughter yoga provides instant and dramatic stress relief and enables us to deal with stress easily and effectively. Teaching about the science of stress is followed by a full laughter yoga session. |
| 3 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
AcroYoga - Invert, Evolve, Empower: The Road to Teaching Inversions | Jason Nemer & Jenny Sauer-Klein | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : The Mystery of inversions is no match for the wisdom of acrobatic techniques! Students will learn elements from the AcroYoga Asana sequence, which provides tools for the understanding and embodiment of headstand and shoulderstand (the King and Queen of Asanas), as well as forearmstand and handstand. We will work on how to s safely move into a variety of inversions, as well as addressing modifications and contraindications for inverting. There will be time for questions and group discussion as well. A playful, safe, supportive environment will empower the whole room to be upside down and connect to the divine! Open to all levels, no partner necessary |
| 3 July 14:30 - 16:30 |
Anusara Yoga: Yes, We Have No Bananas: Inversions for All Levels | Desirée Rumbaugh | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Take the stress out of your inversions and turn your world upside down by aligning with Nature. Come and experience a whole new world of possibilities that Anusara Yoga's Loops and Spirals can bring to your practice. |
| Class Description : "You cannot enter the door of yoga without kindness and compassion for others." Changkya, Who Swam in the Diamond Sea (1717-1786) Yoga teacher to the Emperor of China and His Holiness the Seventh Dalai Lama. Tibetan Heart Yoga Series One reveals the magic of Tonglen, a highly evolved pranayama (breath) practice kept secret by yoga masters for over four hundred years. This is the key to understanding what is essentially deepest yogic practice - an ancient method that combines physical postures with pranayama (breath work) and focused meditation, to open the heart chakra. |
| 3 July 14:30 - 16:30 |
Max Strom Yoga - Strength, Grace and Healing | Max Strom | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : The intent of yoga is not only to increase our strength and flexibility, but also to promote health and vitality. The next layer is to transform our behavior from course to gracious, and to transform even our very thoughts, from chaos to beauty. Experience Max Strom's unique prana-flow class, with emphasis on emotional transformation. Class will include a short talk, vinyasa-flow, non-dogmatic philosophy, breathing, and meditation. |
| 3 July 14:30 - 16:30 |
Yoga in the Scriptural Tradition - Recitation of Classical Sanskrit for the Awakening of Inherent Wisdom (Part I) | Dr. MA Jayashree | Lecture |
| Class Description : The nature of any language is basically the sound, phonemes, combination of vowels and consonants. They are uttered, heard and pronounced. So it is mainly the work of the ears and the tongue. The words that are properly and clearly pronounced are heard carefully, diligently and repeated in the same manner in which it has been uttered. This is the way a language is learnt and is called Srutiparampara. Srutiparampara dates back to Vedic period and the tradition go back to approximately 5000 years. It evolved in those days for the transfer of knowledge as the best means of preserving and transferring knowledge acquired by Sages and Scholars. Sruti means listening and Smrti means memorizing. The Guru (Teacher) used to recite and the Sisya (Student) used to listen, repeat twice or thrice and then store it in his memory and propagate the so acquired knowledge to an aspirant by this system. Indian tradition is an oral tradition of passing the knowledge from Guru to Sisya through generations. Even today the Sastra-s, Music and the fine arts are taught in the above system in a traditional environment. As everybody knows that the Sruti parampara of the east is capable of enhancing not only the memory of the seeker contributing to the enhancement of one's vision but also increases the power of concentration. Chanting of verses in different meters, Sutras, Subhasitas (words of wisdom), singing songs, and repeating them several times make the mind relax and learning natural. Hence learning Sanskrit through chanting of Subhasitas and understanding its meaning expands the vision and wisdom. So it has been designed carefully to help the learning process and also to strengthen the correct pronunciation of the texts which in turn helps the student to understand the correlation between the script and the phoneme. It has been our life mission to create tools and accessories to make learning of Sanskrit easier and enjoyable to the sincere student of the world. But where is the need to learn Sanskrit for a Yoga practitioner? Yes. It is a right question. Does a Yoga practitioner need Sanskrit? The answer is YES. When the practitioner would like to know the fundamentals of Yoga, he needs to know Sanskrit because the texts that deal with the theories of Yoga are written in Sanskrit language. |
| Class Description : The most famous book on yoga ever written is of course The Yoga Sutra; but it doesn't actually say anything about how to do the specific poses of asanas of yoga. The source for all the systems of yoga followed in the world today is another book called Light on the Yoga of Sun and Moon, or Hatha Yoga Pradipika in Sanskrit. The Indian yogi Master Swatmarama wrote this wonderful explanation of the entire physical and spiritual path of yoga about 500 years ago. The text describes the purpose, philosophy, and details of practice, and the goals of yoga as a means to enlightenment. Geshe Michael Roach and Lama Christie McNally will teach a four-course from an original translation composed during their Three-Year Quiet Retreat in the high desert of Arizona in a series of four classes. Each day will be a different set of teachings, all levels welcome on any day. Asanas and Emptiness: A selection of verses from chapter 1 of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika Topics include: Hatha: Sun and Moon, why do asanas work, and the inner and outer requisites of a ocusing g yoga practice. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Spiritual Nutrition - Individualising the Diet | Gabriel Cousens, M.D. & Shanti GoldsCousens | Lecture |
| Class Description : We eat to feed our genes ! Within the cuisine of the Culture of Life and Liberation, humans have many thousands of genetic variations which help guide us in individualizing the diet to meet our personal constitution. Fast and slow oxidizers, parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems, the Ayurvedic doshas, and the Chinese elements are modern and ancient systems which are gifts to help us eat to feed, optimize, enhance our unique genetic expression. The Culture of Life and Liberation cuisine offers a limitless array of greens, sprouts, creams, seeds, nuts, and fruits to let us optimize the proteins, fats, carbohydrates, ojas, tejas, prana, earth, air, water, and fire of our unique |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Anusara Yoga - The Sacred Leap! | Patrick Creelman | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : This class is dedicated to Hanuman, the hero of the epic Indian tale The Ramayana, who leaped from India to Sri Lanka saving Sita the kidnapped queen. Hanuman's humble courage is embodied while practising his namesake pose, Hanumanasana. An intensely liberating stretch through the hamstrings and hip flexors that requires a delicate balance between effort and surrender. We will play with a variety of fun poses that will support you in this sacred leap as you celebrate your inner monkey. ALL LEVELS WELCOME. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Ashtanga Yoga - Eight Limbs and Daily Life: How does this practice apply within the context of daily living? | David Swenson | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Underlying the mysterious and complex philosophy of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras there is a truly profound simplicity that may be applied within the context of our daily lives. This class will discuss the Eight Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga and explore their applications within our day to day life. What is the use of Philosophy without real application? We may memorize quotations or stanzas from great writings but unless we can apply them within our life they are merely words spoken rather than knowledge realized. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Prajna Yoga - Opening the Rib Basket | Tias Little | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : It is common for there to be gluing and sticking between the ribs (intercostals) and in the spaces between the organs and the ribs. This class frees up restrictions along the interior and exterior rib in order to loosen the diaphragm and free up the lung in preparation for pranayama practice. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Ashtanga Yoga - Beginners Level 1 (Intro + All the Standing Postures) | Ken Harakuma | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : The typical breathing techniques (ujjayi), energy lock (bandhas) and gazing point (dristhi) are examined in this class along with the breathing and movement system (vinyasa) of flowing through the Sun Salutation and all the standing postures. Learning how to ocusing with Sanskrit count. The class explores the concept of 'meditation in movement' through the importance of the manipulation of breath. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Ashtanga Yoga - Hips opener/Pranayama Session | Michel Besnard | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Michel will be presenting a Vinyasa hips sequence to improve the flexibility and openesss of the hips. He believes the openness of the hips will have a tremendeous effect on how a practitioner will perform his/her poses, because limitation of the hips will limit a practitioner in other poses whether it is forward bends or Back bends. Openness in the hips will also assist the practitioner to be able to sit easily in Pranayama. Also during that session Michel will introduce four basics Kriyas, in his mind are the basic of all the pranayama which includes Ujjayi Breathing, Nadi Shodana, etc. Hands out on Kriyas will be available. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Ayurveda - The Relationship between Yoga and Ayurveda | Vaidya Sri Bhagwan Dash | Lecture |
| Class Description : Both Ayurveda and Yoga believe that the individual is comprised of five consecutive layers. The Annamayakosha - the gross body made up of food, The Pranamayakosha - the energetic body and seat of longevity, The Manomayakosha - the seat of the psyche and finally the Anandamayakosha - the seat of eternal bliss. The practice of Ayurveda involves creating a healthy environment from within so the physical body, with its many organs and vital energetic fields, will function on an optimal level. Modern medicine tends to deal with the gross body alone, whereas Yoga and Ayurveda take all the five seats of the individual into consideration when treating the body/mind organism. The individual is not just skin, flesh and bone, but an intricate composite of all five layers mentioned above. Ayurveda and Yoga also believe in the concept of Karma - we come from somewhere and we are going somewhere, i.e. there are past lives and there will be future lives; by paying more attention to our karmas and our actions, we are no longer helpless creatures in a world of chance, but co-creator to our own destiny. The main focus of Ayurveda and Yoga is to create optimum health and well-being so the inner soul will be less troubled by life, and can live with greater happiness in his internal and external environments. Fundamentally both practices originate from the same tradition - to create optimum health from within so the immortal soul may be realised by this mortal body/mind organism. One may be more of a physical nature, the other spiritual, but Yoga without Ayurveda becomes blind, and Ayurveda without Yoga will be lame. This lecture will focus on how they influence each other, and how we can learn the collaboration between the two for better clarity and health in our own practice. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
The Foundation of Yoga – Why Yamas and Niyamas are of crucial importance. | MA Narasimhan | Lecture |
| Class Description : According to Maharsi Patanjali yoga is eight-limbed. For an all-round development of an individual, all the limbs must have appropriate growth. After all, the state of Kaivalya, qualified by Patanjali to be a state by which one acts without being distracted by his own or others actions within and without. It is a state of totality where the Kevali (the sole in-dweller) will neither have desire nor the normal drives ascribed to all human beings. He becomes a living embodiment of total stability, inner freedom and peace. The very presence of such a stable system in turn catalyses all other unstable systems that comes in its vicinity to move faster towards stability. Even though there has been a lot of emphasis and effort to develop and practice the three limbs namely Asana, Pranayama and Dhyana, the other two limbs Dharana and Samadhi have yet to make their impact on the practitioners mind. There has been very high emphasis on Asanas, Pranayama and Dhyana. Unfortunately there has been scant respect and very little concern about the very foundation of Ashtanga Yoga namely Yama and Niyama. Yama pertain to the social behavior of the individual and Niyama pertains to the transformation that has to happen with in the individual. These Yamas and Niyamas make their appearances in different versions among all the religions of the world. There they are termed as morals and ethics etc. But unfortunately in the practice of religions the yogic element is missing and in today's yoga practice the yama and niyama have been given a go by. As it happened with the religions of the past, this lack of emphasis in Yoga will hamper the attainment of kaivalya for yoga practitioners. It is high time all yoga practitioners and teachers start implementing the Patanjali's code of Yama, Niayama, so that one can move in the path of perfection faster. If not the very practice may create unnecessary obstacles in ones practice and may also cause irreparable damages to the system. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Yogic Arts - Adjustment Clinic | Duncan Wong | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Come and play interactive with Duncan's masterful interactive explanation and application of his Dynamic Thai Thera Flow™ Assists. Also known as full contact yoga and 'body locking,' discover this method of using your entire form to generate the internal alignment and reforming of the classical standing rotating and arm locking postures. Interactive Standing ASANA Adjustments with Full Body Support Assists |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Kundalini Yoga - De-Stress & Detox | Maya Fiennes | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Kundalini Yoga - for detoxification and de-stressing - will awaken the spirit, energise the body and relax the mind. Using movements, breath, mantra and chants, this style of yoga detoxifies and strengthens kidneys and adrenals to maintain the body's first line of defence against stress-induced illness. This can produce dramatic results quickly and you will feel rejuvenated, healthier and more able to face every day challenges. |
| 3 July 17:00 - 19:00 |
Max Strom Yoga - The Three Pillars of Yoga | Max Strom | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Just as hydrogen and oxygen, depending on how they are mixed together, can produce either fire or water, asana practice joined with intention unifying breath, depending on how they mixed together can produce either "just exercise" or can revolutionize our lives. This workshop begins with a talk, and then gentle movement. The class then builds momentum. At the apex of heat and breath we move directly into a special sequence of asanas, which bring the mind into stillness and the body into a new state of energy. The second section of the workshop is dedicated to transformational breath work. This class is both challenging and very healing and is open to all levels. The principles you will learn in this workshop will take you to new depths in your practice and inspire you for weeks to come. Bring your mat and writing materials. (Please no recording equipment) |
| 4 July 06:30 - 08:00 |
Day 2 - Led Primary Series (Ashtanga Yoga) | Sharath Rangaswamy | Special Event |
| Class Description : Come and experience the traditional practice of Ashtanga Yoga. Sharath Rangaswamy will guide you slowly and steadily through the whole Primary Series. This ancient practice has a particular sequence of breath and movement called Vinyasa that integrates the two together in a steady flow of practice. Though a little more challenging than other styles of yoga, it is guaranteed to awaken greater health and well-being for all of its practitioners. Don't miss this great opportunity to experience yoga from the source, the living caretakers of the Ashtanga Yoga tradition. |
| Class Description : All conference participants are invited to take on the Yoga Aid Challenge - it's a double do-gooder of raising awareness for yoga and money for children in need. The Challenge is to complete 108 sponsored Sun Salutations together at the conference. Our Evolution faculty member Duncan Peak will be leading this wonderful charity event to unite the yoga community. More information at www.yogaaid.com |
| 4 July 09:30 - 11:30 |
Yoga Philosophy - The Tantric Universe | Carlos Pomeda | Lecture |
| Class Description : What is most unique about Tantra and tantric yoga philosophy? Quite simply, the fact that its teachings and practices are best suited for contemporary life. Departing from earlier notions of asceticism and dry scholarship, Tantra presents a sublimely inspiring view of the world and of human existence, one that incorporates all aspects of human existence: the heart, the intellect, the body and the environment. In this seminar we will explore Tantra and what is perhaps its most refined formulation, Kashmir Shaivism, from a perspective that is both inspirational and entirely applicable to our daily lives. We will dispel the most common misunderstandings about what Tantra is and is not, investigating its roots and its development, and uncovering the answers it provides to the most fundamental questions of existence, as well as the practices it developed to expand human consciousness. Ultimately, we will discover the value of Tantric practice in that it reveals the divine right in the midst of the ordinary, charging our lives with meaning. Join us for this relevant, insightful and inspiring seminar. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 11:30 |
Yoga in the Scriptural Tradition - The Secret Method of Learning to Memorize the Yoga Sutras (Part II) | Dr. MA Jayashree | Lecture |
| Class Description : Srutiparampara tradition goes back to approximately 5000 years. It has been an ideal method of learning with literally no tools like books paper pencil etc. It has been the technique by which the teacher could transfer the knowledge to the student wherever one could be without the need of even a class room. It has been evolved in those days for the transfer of knowledge so that the knowledge can be preserved and transferred in pristine purity, the knowledge acquired by Sages and Scholars. Sruti means listening and Smrti means memorizing. The Guru (Teacher) used to recite and the Sisya (Student) used to listen, repeat twice or thrice and then store it in his memory and propagate the so acquired knowledge to an aspirant by this system. In India it has been honed to such perfection that all branches of knowledge including mathematics and astronomy were also taught by this method. Even today this technique is used to teach the sastras or the technical texts and also the fine arts. By learning through this method the students will learn and get more familiarity with the words of the Sutras. The aim of these teaching sessions is to make them learn the first pada of Patanjali's Yogasutras. Srutiparampara technique is of seven levels, the basic level being that of learning the proper pronunciation and rendition of the text to be learnt. It has been the pride of India that because of this it can be claimed that Sanskrit is the only language that has been written as it is pronounced from time immemorial. The correlation between the phoneme and the script has been too perfect to be believed. In order to make the oral learning of the text easier, the Rsis have taken recourse to the metrical or poetical form so that the text is memorized with a tune. This makes the learning process all the more enjoyable. The tune helps the student to notice in case he misses any word or phoneme, as the chanting goes out of tune immediately. The singing also helps the spontaneous remembering of the next word or the next verse. This has to be experienced to be believed. This is how the traditional scholars of India even today can recite and quote any relevant passages of the Vedas, the Upanishads and also the literary works of famous poets. This technique makes one literally a walking encyclopedia. At further stages of learning one will also learn the meaning, the grammar and the commentaries which enhance one's capability to master a specific branch of knowledge in its entirety. Grammar or Vyakarana which is supposed to be the bane of language learning becomes a joy when one learns it through the Sruti parampara technique. Once the learner masters this technique of learning Sanskrit, it has been seen that one can learn any language in the world in no time and become word perfect and pronunciation perfect by applying the Sruti pramapara technique. Since it enhances ones capacity of retention and trains the vocal chords to replicate any phoneme of any language however complex it might be. It is also a fact that the language Sanskrit has been honed to such a perfection that even just chanting the traditional texts in the sutra form itself will produce the desired transformation in the human system without one being consciously aware of the meaning of what one is chanting. No doubt knowing will catalyze the effect but unlike other languages, for texts in Sanskrit intellectual understanding is secondary to experiential knowing. Attending a workshop conducted in this method by Dr. M. A. Jayashree who is a past maestro in this methodology is really an aural treat. One has to attend to believe and to experience that how one can master the pronunciation and the meaning which spontaneously flashes as one has progress in learning one of the most ancient languages of the world in which the most valuable and most needed knowledge of today is enshrined. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
INSPYA Yoga - Transformation Through Asana Sequencing | Lance Schuler | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Recommended for yoga teachers. Learn about the postures that are the perfect microcosm of the practice as a whole. Develop and deepen connection to these uplifting and powerful sequences. Learn how to break them down into recurring themes of breath and alignment. Hip opening and Pelvic stability Chest/Shoulder and Upper Body Postures Inversions/ back bending postures. Lateral/twists Forward Bending Postures |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Dharma Yoga - Yoga Absorption Divine Journey (AM Session) | Dharma Mittra | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Breath is life. This intensive includes a master sadhana class where you'll learn controlled breathing and subtle techniques to purify, energize, and stimulate flow of prana; a slow and graceful Shiva Namaskar vinyasa series of inversions, with personal direction given throughout; a Yoga Nidra session to help you attain a powerful state of conscious relaxation; and finally an upbeat, freeing Dharma Asana Satsang Jam, with ecstatic chanting and offerings to the Divine Lord Shiva. Lecture,asana, pranayama, and chanting. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Ashtanga Yoga: A Guided Tour - A Thorough Exploration of the Practice of Ashtanga Yoga (AM Session) | David Swenson | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : This class is an in-depth and fun-filled exploration of the dynamic system of Ashtanga Yoga. In a step-by-step manner the minute details of the practice will be covered beginning with the Sun Salutations and traveling all of the way through to Savasana. There will be time spent exploring the realms of vinyasa in which David breaks this flowing action down into detailed components. This section David refers to as: "The Physics of Flight". In addition to the vinyasa there will be time spent exploring the opposing forces at play within the practice of yoga and beyond. This David calls: "Equality of Opposition and the Six Directions" in which he offers methods of creating a balance between these opposing forces in order to find greater depth in asanas while using less effort to get there. Alternatives will be given to allow students of all levels to attend. There is a lot of partner work in this fun-filled and energetic class as well as plenty of laughter woven into the wealth of knowledge and information that students will gain. In addition to these innovative tips to refine the physical practice David will also delve into the more subtle aspects of Ashtanga yoga including Pranayama and the Philosophy of the Eight Limbs in Daily Life. This class is great for beginners or those already familiar with the practice. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Prajna Yoga - Lymphatic Yoga: Supporting the Immune System (AM Session) | Tias Little | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : While yoga builds flexibility and strength, the ultimate benefit is inner radiance, which provides greater immunity from disease. Yoga is preventive medicine, particularly helpful for warding off flu and respiratory infections. We'll review how asanas promote lymph fluid circulation; practice sequences geared to the throat, jaw, and upper chest; and learn about "psychic immunity" to help mindfully ward off negative emotion. Bring two blankets, one block, and a strap. Mostly asana. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Anatomy - Yoga and Sacred Sexuality | Ellen Heed | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : People do yoga to feel better in their bodies. As the breath opens and flexibility increases, so do circulation and sensation. As this happens we may start to wake up sexually. We often face confusion as our bodies bloom into fuller sexual awareness. Can we integrate the same sense of mindful attention into our sexual lives that we bring to the yoga mat? Join Ellen Heed & Bob Niemerow for a provocative afternoon to explore some answers to this question. In this half-day intensive, we will experience how yoga can enrich our sexual lives. Does the media-popularized notion of "hot sex" actually lead to a deeply embodied and connected experience? Find out for yourself. Using lecture, breath, core work and hip opening asana, we will focus on the energetic of the pelvis. We'll pay special attention to both male and female pelvic anatomy and its importance to our pleasure and health, now and as we age. Open to all levels. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Yoga of Heart - Advancing Your Yoga (AM Session) | Mark Whitwell | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : The Four Principles of Successful Yoga 'and Life' Yoga must be adapted to individual needs. "Adapt Yoga to the individual, not the individual to the yoga. There is a perfect yoga for every person. If you can breathe, you can do yoga." Krishnamacharya. How to precisely adapt yoga to individual needs and health issues, yours and your students. (Practice and discussion) |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Universal Vinyasa Yoga, theory, 15 groups of Vinaysas, Tantric trap, practice | Andrey Lappa | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : (Lecture 45 mins) Universal Yoga Vinyasas - network for Asanas interconnection. Presentation of complete Vinyasas system. 15 groups of Vinyasas. Vinyasa like a Tantric trap of attention. (Practice 2 hours 15 mins): Universal Yoga Mandala sequence 2, static-dynamic multi-directional substyle. (Each student must to have two yoga-mats). |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Hasya Yoga - Laughter Yoga for Healing and Strengthening the Immune System | Dr. Madan Kataria | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Laughter is the best way to switch on and strengthen your immune system, which is switched off and weakened by the effects of stress. Sustained hearty laughter massages and stimulates the lymphatic system and triggers the instant release of a cocktail of chemicals and hormones that has dramatic and sustained effects on your immune system. Find out why laughter is used for pain relief and to stimulate healing. This is especially important for older people and those with cancer, aids and other illness. Teaching about the science of laughter and health is followed by a full laughter yoga session. |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
Power Yoga - Power Yoga Master Class | Bryan Kest | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Bryan Kest's Power Yoga Master Class is a well rounded flowing asana practice integrating mental practices that enhance everyday living. The class is intended to invigorate your body and help you practice developing a calm less reactive state of mind with dynamic flowing routines. In a Power Yoga workshop, you are encouraged to focus on the process and not the end result. This allows ALL levels of yoga practitioners to enjoy and benefit from the workshop. A Power Yoga Master Class typically includes: · 1 hour lecture about basic philosophy and fundamentals · 2 hour physical practice incorporating principles from the lecture |
| 4 July 09:30 - 12:30 |
AcroYoga - Flying Therapeutics & Thai Massage: Forward Flying & Lower Body Thai Massage (AM Session) | Jason Nemer & Jenny Sauer-Klein | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Learn how to use the support of a partner, the gentle pull of gravity and loving kindness to transform your yoga practice. This intensive will lay the foundation for learning how to be a proficient base, flyer and spotter. The base creates a stable platform for the flyer to receive inverted aerial asana flows, blended with therapeutic massage techniques, while the spotter insures the safety of both base and flyer. Thai massage is incorporated into the flow, opening energy lines and allowing the body to remain passive while receiving yoga asanas. Working in groups will help students practice compassionate communication while learning how to collaborate as a team. Students will leave with practical tools for a more integrated yoga practice, as well as with tools that can enhance any relationship. This intensive is for intermediate yoga students, 1 yr experience is recommended. No partner necessary! |
| 4 July 10:30 - 12:30 |
Anusara Yoga:The Dance of Yin & Yang | John Friend | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Enjoy a delightful, heart-oriented asana practice that focuses on the harmonious play between the contrary complements of stability and freedom, masculine and feminine, and being and doing. Combining alignment principles with a life-affirming Tantric philosophy, this Anusara Yoga class will provide a deeply transformational experience. |
| 4 July 10:30 - 12:30 |
Jivamukti Yoga - Living Liberated | Jules Febre | 2hr Session |
| Class Description : Learn the essence of Jivamukti Yoga with Jules Febre. We will explore how to utilize the ancient teachings of yoga in a modern city, to bring us closer to enlightenment. How can we use our asana practice to strengthen our resolve and focus on the mat and draw it out into the rest of our life making the poses of life come and pass with ease. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 15:30 |
Yoga in the Scriptural Tradition - Recitation of Classical Sanskrit for the Awakening of Inherent Wisdom (Part II) | Dr. MA Jayashree | Lecture |
| Class Description : The nature of any language is basically the sound, phonemes, combination of vowels and consonants. They are uttered, heard and pronounced. So it is mainly the work of the ears and the tongue. The words that are properly and clearly pronounced are heard carefully, diligently and repeated in the same manner in which it has been uttered. This is the way a language is learnt and is called Srutiparampara. Srutiparampara dates back to Vedic period and the tradition go back to approximately 5000 years. It evolved in those days for the transfer of knowledge as the best means of preserving and transferring knowledge acquired by Sages and Scholars. Sruti means listening and Smrti means memorizing. The Guru (Teacher) used to recite and the Sisya (Student) used to listen, repeat twice or thrice and then store it in his memory and propagate the so acquired knowledge to an aspirant by this system. Indian tradition is an oral tradition of passing the knowledge from Guru to Sisya through generations. Even today the Sastra-s, Music and the fine arts are taught in the above system in a traditional environment. As everybody knows that the Sruti parampara of the east is capable of enhancing not only the memory of the seeker contributing to the enhancement of one's vision but also increases the power of concentration. Chanting of verses in different meters, Sutras, Subhasitas (words of wisdom), singing songs, and repeating them several times make the mind relax and learning natural. Hence learning Sanskrit through chanting of Subhasitas and understanding its meaning expands the vision and wisdom. So it has been designed carefully to help the learning process and also to strengthen the correct pronunciation of the texts which in turn helps the student to understand the correlation between the script and the phoneme. It has been our life mission to create tools and accessories to make learning of Sanskrit easier and enjoyable to the sincere student of the world. But where is the need to learn Sanskrit for a Yoga practitioner? Yes. It is a right question. Does a Yoga practitioner need Sanskrit? The answer is YES. When the practitioner would like to know the fundamentals of Yoga, he needs to know Sanskrit because the texts that deal with the theories of Yoga are written in Sanskrit language. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Dharma Yoga - Yoga Absorption Divine Journey (PM Session) | Dharma Mittra | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Breath is life. This intensive includes a master sadhana class where you'll learn controlled breathing and subtle techniques to purify, energize, and stimulate flow of prana; a slow and graceful Shiva Namaskar vinyasa series of inversions, with personal direction given throughout; a Yoga Nidra session to help you attain a powerful state of conscious relaxation; and finally an upbeat, freeing Dharma Asana Satsang Jam, with ecstatic chanting and offerings to the Divine Lord Shiva. Lecture,asana, pranayama, and chanting. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Ashtanga Yoga: A Guided Tour - A Thorough Exploration of the Practice of Ashtanga Yoga (PM Session) | David Swenson | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : This class is an in-depth and fun-filled exploration of the dynamic system of Ashtanga Yoga. In a step-by-step manner the minute details of the practice will be covered beginning with the Sun Salutations and traveling all of the way through to Savasana. There will be time spent exploring the realms of vinyasa in which David breaks this flowing action down into detailed components. This section David refers to as: "The Physics of Flight". In addition to the vinyasa there will be time spent exploring the opposing forces at play within the practice of yoga and beyond. This David calls: "Equality of Opposition and the Six Directions" in which he offers methods of creating a balance between these opposing forces in order to find greater depth in asanas while using less effort to get there. Alternatives will be given to allow students of all levels to attend. There is a lot of partner work in this fun-filled and energetic class as well as plenty of laughter woven into the wealth of knowledge and information that students will gain. In addition to these innovative tips to refine the physical practice David will also delve into the more subtle aspects of Ashtanga yoga including Pranayama and the Philosophy of the Eight Limbs in Daily Life. This class is great for beginners or those already familiar with the practice. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga - Shoulders, Hip, Breath | Jason Crandell | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Aligning, stabilizing, and unlocking your shoulders and hips will begin to free your breath. In this workshop, we'll look at how these pieces of your body's puzzle fit together, and, better, how to shift them in ways that create more space, ease, and freedom in each. In doing so, we'll practice a wide array of standing poses, hip-openers, shoulder-openers, and basic pranayama. Mostly asana. All levels. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Prajna Yoga - Lymphatic Yoga: Supporting the Immune System (PM Session) | Tias Little | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : While yoga builds flexibility and strength, the ultimate benefit is inner radiance, which provides greater immunity from disease. Yoga is preventive medicine, particularly helpful for warding off flu and respiratory infections. We'll review how asanas promote lymph fluid circulation; practice sequences geared to the throat, jaw, and upper chest; and learn about "psychic immunity" to help mindfully ward off negative emotion. Bring two blankets, one block, and a strap. Mostly asana. |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Anatomy - Get Set for the Sex Education We Never Got! | Ellen Heed | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : What to expect: A step-by-step lecture using a fantastic textbook which thoroughly describes the anatomy of the pelvic floor. We will also explore the special energetics of each tissue in our pelvis, from bone and connective tissue to muscles and the emotions they hold. We will use tantric pranayama practice to awaken and strengthen pelvic floor muscles, and gentle yoga to melt hips open and access the emotions that can lock us up and keep us numb. We will learn to release emotional holding in the pelvis using gentle bodywork techniques. There will be no nudity or genital contact in this workshop. There will be ample time provided to answer your questions about: · Creating safe sexual space · Non-toxic birth control methods · Understanding the phases of increasing our arousal · Locating the G-spot · Demystifying female ejaculation · Responsible communication with your partner What to wear: Comfortable, loose clothing and/or yoga clothing What to bring: Your questions, a yoga mat and/or blanket, a notebook and a snack to share |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Yoga of Heart - Advancing Your Yoga (PM Session) | Mark Whitwell | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : The Four Principles of Successful Yoga 'and Life' Yoga must be adapted to individual needs. "Adapt Yoga to the individual, not the individual to the yoga. There is a perfect yoga for every person. If you can breathe, you can do yoga." Krishnamacharya. How to precisely adapt yoga to individual needs and health issues, yours and your students. (Practice and discussion) |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
Yogic Arts - Source Power: Awakening Raw Naked Energy | Duncan Wong | Half Day Intensive |
| Class Description : An exploration of our awakened attention to the universal pulsation of tri-cyclical source energy: Mantra: Know Your Body | Know the Universe Intention: Shifting the source of our power from our lower back to our inner front, creating effective access to our intended design of physical enlightenment, which is the old skool foundation of higher mind. This Interactive Demonstration Style Module will offer precise techniques that instruct our conscious instinctual drive to return 'back to front' by re-engaging and refining the bio-energetic power of our Bandhas, or core musculature of the pelvis, abdomen and waist, through the correct breath movement of Pranic life-force energy, while exploring ways through which to channel the power of our attention to being present within the action. All attending this intensive training will be given simple tools through which to create a direct experience of their core body temple and how the prana-shakti, or breath spirit activates and aligns our inner vision with our experience of pure flowing form. Primarily Floor ASANA and Repetitious Stationary Vinyasa with Restorative Counter-Posing and Wrist Therapy Applications |
| 4 July 13:30 - 16:30 |
AcroYoga - Flying Therapeutics & Thai Massage: Backward Flying & Upper Body Thai Massage (PM Session) | Jason Nemer & Jenny Sauer-Klein | All Day Intensive |
| Class Description : Learn how to use the support of a partner, the gentle pull of gravity and loving kindness to transform your yoga practice. This intensive will lay the foundation for learning how to be a proficient base, flyer and spotter. The base creates a stable platform for the flyer to receive inverted aerial asana flows, blended with therapeutic massage techniques, while the spotter insures the safety of both base and flyer. Thai massage is incorporated into the flow, opening energy lines and allowing the body to remain passive while receiving yoga asanas. Working in groups will help students practice compassionate communication while learning how to collaborate as a team. Students will leave with practical tools for a more integrated yoga practice, as well as with tools that can enhance any relationship. This intensive is for intermediate yoga students, 1 yr experience is recommended. No partner necessary! |
| 4 July 14:30 - 16:30 |
Tibetan Buddhist Yoga Philosophy - Light on the Yoga of the Sun and the Moon: The Hatha Yoga Pradipika Lecture Series : Pranayama | Geshe Michael Roach & Lama Christie McNally | Lecture |
| Class Description : The most famous book on yoga ever written is of course The Yoga Sutra; but it doesn't actually say anything about how to do the specific poses of asanas of yoga. The source for all the systems of yoga followed in the world today is another book called Light on the Yoga of Sun and Moon, or Hatha Yoga Pradipika in Sanskrit. The Indian yogi Master Swatmarama wrote this wonderful explanation of the entire physical and spiritual path of yo |