Vinyasa Krama
Based on the tradition of Krishnamacharya, the father of Modern Yoga (or ancient yoga in modern times) this practice is oriented on the breath and its inherent relationship to healthy movement and tranquility of being. A highly intentional blend of movement (vinyasa), staying power (asana and mudra), breathing with (pranayama), and mental focus (dharana) in every class offers a deep(er) experience of what yoga is.
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Space within: Kurmasana
Well rounded practice incorporates sub series around the lower body, spine and shoulders in preparation for kurmasana (the tortoise pose) and ends with 20 minutes pranayama and 10 minutes meditation.
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Wisdom, Emptiness and Grace
The 6th paramita of buddhism is Prajna or "wisdom." The action of wisdom requires a willingness to empty ourselves in a way- of old patterns, thoughts, opinions that don't actually "hold water" - in that emptying we become more receptive to Grace. In this practice we explore the concept of emptin...
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Truth alone Triumphs
Satyameva Jayate and on truth over "being right." On your feet vinyasas nicely calm the mind, warm the system and enhance circulation in preparation for supine and seated vinyasas, time in inversions and viloma ujjayi pranayama.
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Refresh and Revitalize!
Utilizing Trkonasana, marichyasana and shalabhasana sub series woven together intelligently this practice provides a focus on strengthening and refreshing the supporting structures around the spine.
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Slow Lotus
Ding and Surya Namaskara, Standing balance and padmasana vinyasas round out this practice. A beautiful preparation for your own pranayama and dharana practice.
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A steady mind is a valuable tool
surya namaskara, on your feet sequence, marichyasana sequence, upavista konasana vinyasas and more + pranayama. A steady mind is a tool on the path...keep it sharp and peaceful
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String Your Bow
Invigorating and well balanced practice focused on akarna dhanurasana and supine hip opening. Ending in pranayama and meditation to center and focus.
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Supine Series to Shoulderstand
This one hour practice involves little demonstration. Close your eyes and enjoy the internal gaze as you follow along. An intelligent sequence from the supine leg raise series to shoulderstand vinyasas. Class ends with viloma ujjayi pranayama
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Like Many Reflections of the Sun
Ramaswami says that the vedas teach that each individual Purusa is like a reflection of the Sun in many puddles of water. We all come from the same source and even in our individuality we have the capacity to see one another in one another. Class builds on the samakona sequence including vinyasas...
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Spinning around the hip
This practice focuses on the foundation of the half lotus sequence and ends with viloma ujjayi pranayama.
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"Heavenly Hamstrings"
Building on to the Tiryangmukha asymmetrical sequence to anjaneyasana and hanumanasana. Preparations in classical surya namaskara, standing sequences and back bends. Class ends with chandra bhedana pranayama and dharana with mantra "OM SOM SOMAYA NAMAHA"
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Warrior and Bow Series
This practice revolves around the Virabhadrasana and Dhanurasana sub series of vinyasa krama. Ending with anuloma ujjayi pranayama and meditation. Invigorating to Soothing all in one class.
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Skillful Aim
tadasana, parsvakonasana, parsvatonasana vinyasas prepare for a long janu sirsasana series towards akarna dhanurasana- the archers pose. Slow, Steady, Skillful aim!
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Monday Morning Meeting ☀️
Vinyasa Krama focusing on seated and kneeling vinyasas for the legs, hips and heart followed by Yoga Sutra Chanting in Śavāsana. Rejuvenating and balancing.
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Effortless Effort and Equinimity
Bhagavad Gita 2.47-2.48 inspires this practice of steady and focused vinyasas, mudras and pranayama.
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Elongate and Strengthen
Namaskara, a long standing sequence for the hips and inner legs, back-bending and supine twists and more. A well rounded vinyasa krama practice that will leave you feeling long, supple and strong.
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Building to Natarajasana
Vinyasa Krama practice building strength and flexibility in the legs and spine to build towards Natarajasana: the lord of the dance pose.
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Tools for a Distracted Mind
This vinyasa krama practice begins with discourse on Yoga Sutra 1.31 and then builds a stabilizing and soothing practice of forward folds, twists, core stability, supine hip opening and calming pranayama
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Breath, Bandhas, Backbends
Explores the role of bandhas and proper breathing as preparation for a series of backbends including, prone, supine and ustrasana variations. Ends with pranayama including upper and lower retention (practice only if familiar and comfortable with kumbhaka- not for beginners)
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Sound as a Gateway
Surya namaskar with mantra, strong and supple vinyasas, Viloma Ujjayi and Brahmari pranayama...experience the power of infusing sound in your practice!
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Honoring the Sun
A rich practice of Samantraka Surya Namaskar, ardha padmasana and ustrasana vinyasas, pranayama with mantra and dharana on Om.
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Steady Body, Open Mind
utkatsana, parsvakonasana, paschimottanasana and supine vinyasas + mudras + relaxing and grounding pranayama. Steady the body, relax and open the mind
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Walking Camels and Wide Angles
Dive deeper into the ustrasana and upavista konasana series ending with advanced mantra pranayama