Anusara Yoga : Universal Principles of Alignment Intensive

In this mixed-level Intensive we study, practice, and begin to assimilate the Universal Principles of Alignment. We also frame the practice of Anusara yoga within the context of its philosophy of intrinsic Goodness. Learn how imaging and themes interwoven into the practice radically transform our experience.

Saturday, 16 October 2010

9.30am to 12pm and 2pm to 4.30pm each day

Session 1:
The Three A’s of Anusara Yoga: Attitude, Alignment and Action

In this dynamic session we experience first principle and see how all of the other principles flow out of this guiding principle.

Principle Focus: Open to something bigger; set the foundation
Asana focus: Standing Poses and Backbends

Session 2:
Spanda: Accessing Universal Pulsation in our own bodies

We focus on the contrary yet complementary relationship of the principles as a means for accessing our essential nature. Secondary benefits keep us safe in the asanas while allowing us to radically deepen our practice.

Principle Focus: Muscular and Organic Energy
Asana Focus: Hip Openers and Twists

Sunday, 17 October 2010

9.30am to 12pm and 2pm to 4.30pm each day

Session 3:
Spiraling: Creating vertical and horizontal Freedom

Spirals are archetypal forms in nature. Learn how Inner and Outer Spiral create horizontal freedom in our poses and in our lives.

Principle Focus: Inner and Outer Spiral
Asana Focus: Arm Balancing and Backbends

Session 4:
Shri: Seeing beauty in refinement

We celebrate the diversity of nature in Anusara yoga. Learn how nature has given us such subtle ability to refine our Alignment for healing and happiness.

Principle Focus: The Loops
Asana Focus: Seated Poses and Inversions