8.6(Fri)
7- 8:30pm: Introduction to the Subtle Practices of Ashtanga Yoga
8:30 - 9:30pm: Philosophy Talk – Obstacles to Practice
n this class we will -explore the basics of internal breathing, the energy connections in the core of the body and the subtle movements that compose the Ashtanga system. This class is open to raw beginners and to experienced students who want to get deep and back to basics. Ashtanga Yoga follows the sequential rhythms of the breath to produce internal alignment and energy conjunction. Just the beginning movements and techniques of the system can awaken core energy, which, in turn, gives deep meditation and insight.
8.7(Sat)
9 -11:30am: Postures on a Thread:
Here we will explore details of the traditional series, finding power in the transitions and new alignment depth in old poses. We will bring the brilliant core of the central axis out through the forms of the postures, turning them into mudras of feeling and expression. Through the continuous joining and separating of masculine and feminine movements, the radiance of internally integrated yoga postures will be experienced. Fine detailed attention to subtle technique will prove to be the way of avoiding injury and integrating obstacles.
2 - 4:30pm: Backbending and Threads of Energy:
This will be an energetic exploration of the whole body patterns found in back bending and then a precise re-visioning of the essentials of finishing postures. With emphasis on the little details which make them feel really good, we will let them lead us into pranayama and bandha practice as a natural awakening of intelligence.
8.8(Sun)
9 - 11:30am: Internal Methodology of Vinyasa:
A step-by-step exploration of the basic thread of form, breathing, and movement upon which the classical series of postures in the Ashtanga Viniyasa system is strung. We will explore the bio-mechanical principles of alignment and the meditative principle of awakening core breathing in context of the Ashtanga system. Using a rich context of philosophy and meditative insight, this class will allow participants to bring a new degree of freedom, technical skill and compassion to their every day practice.
2 - 4:30pm:The Basics of Pranayama:
Weave together the internal aspects of an integrated practice through the breath. We will learn the fundamentals of a beginning pranayama class including techniques for balancing internal and external alignment so that pranayama is safe and effective.
