First comes Effort, then comes Ease…
6/12 Learn to Meditate w/ Dhyana
Wed June 12, 2013 From: 6:30PM to 8PM Location: West Philly
- Yes, you CAN Learn to Meditate! And it will be the greatest gift you ever give yourself! Are you stressed out? Worried? Experiencing Social Anxiety? Having trouble sleeping? Feeling unfulfilled? Exhausted and unproductive? Seeking clarity and connection? Dhyana will talk to you about how these types of stress create dis-ease in the body, mind, and spirit and offer you a very practical course in Primordial Sound Meditation, a form of Transcendental Meditation, that works for even the most busy minds. If you feel like you can’t meditate because your mind is racing, this course is for you! If you think you won’t be able to sit still, this course is for you! If you want to simply be the happiest, healthiest version of yourself, this course is for YOU! Please feel free to bring a notebook. Dress comfortably.
Investment :: $15 by 6/5, $20 after
KIRTAN! With “Mandala” featuring our friend and tabla player, Scott Robinson
Friday, June 14th 7PM to 8:30PM Location: West Philly
Kirtan is an ecstatic meditation!
In kirtan, we chant and become absorbed in longer renditions of the beautiful, evocative mantras that are sung at the beginning and end of classes at Dhyana Yoga. You will learn the words, melodies and meanings, and become lost in the beautiful sounds, which are uplifting, healing, and bring meaning to our inner lives. All ages are welcome, children can come for free, and we will share some snacks afterward! Whether you love to sing or love to listen, we hope to see you there for this wonderful evening with local musicians, MANDALA!
Investment :: $10 in advance, $12 at the door; kids under 18 FREE! You can use your class card as well
6/17 Archetypes and the Chakras W/ Dhyana Vitarelli
Mon June 17, 2013 From: 6:15PM to 8:30PM Location: West Philly
- Inside of you are many mysteries… Unlock them!
Teaching from a place of empowering students through self study, Dhyana will draw a map of the Chakras as a guide for a vigorous yoga class. At each energy center, we will bring attention to the archetypal forces in operation, and determine whether they are in the shadow or the light, and how that effects us. For example, are you functioning under the influence of your inner Silent Child, or under the influence of your inner Master Communicator? Exploring these questions will not only bring a depth to your asana practice as related to each area of the body, but will also encourage you to dissolve negative thought patterns and beliefs so that you can heal, integrate, and be your best self! Expect a combination of discussion and yoga, including a full practice, with meditation, mantra, breathwork, and visualization. Feel free to bring a notebook!
Investment
$25 by 6/10, $30 after
6/22 An Immersion with Raghunath
Sat June 22nd, 2013 From: 12-6PM Location: West Philly
“The thing is not to do less or do more, it’s just to do.” ~Raghunath Cappo
Here’s a breakdown of this incredible day with a teacher not to be missed!
2hours: Advanced vinyasa workshop including Raghunath’s signature floating vinyasa sequence, advanced asanas and transitions. Instructors will get a breakdown on how to teach them to all levels of students so all levels of students will
be able to participate.
30 min: Sacred sound, mantra, Kirtan and their potency.
45 mins: Stories of the Vedas: Cultures around the world used stories to teach life lessons. India was no different. Ever wonder how some of these asanas got their names? Raghu, master story teller and student of Vedic lore, tells the history of asanas and the personalities they were named after, weaving in yogic philosophy, practical advice, and vedic truths that are both down to Earth and relevant.
1 hour: Bhagavad Gita Chapter 14 : Understanding the “3 Gunas”, the yogi’s map of the material realm, and the process of transcendence, exploring fascinating and practical ways to be in this world but not of it.
1 hour: Advanced headstands: Introduce yourself to and perhaps master headstands, the king of all asanas. Learn arm and leg variations and transitions as well as proper set up, lift off, and descent.
1 hour: Hands on assists: Learn about your body by assisting others. In this time we will break into partners and learn about our bodies through the bodies of others. This safe and useful exploration will be especially appreciated by teachers or those with friends to practice on.
Investment :: $99 by 5/22, $125 after
6/23 Hips and Flips
Sunday, June 23rd Time: 2-5pm Location: DY Seva Center 
This workshop offers an all levels flow focusing on gently opening your hips, followed by an introduction to arm balances and turning your world upside-down with inversions. Perfect for opening tight hips and for yogis who wish to gain more practice in arm balances and inversions. Join DY Teacher Trainees Kelly, Rachel, Allyn and Michael for this guaranteed to be an all around fun and deep practice with awesome music, silent auction and lots of yoga love.
Investment: $5-$15
**All proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Sea Garden, a part of Patient Care & Research, Child Life & Creative Arts Therapy :: Dhyana Yoga Seva Center is a Charitable Foundation focused on raising funds for community members in need
10 Hour Sequencing Training with Alex Holmes
Monday & Tuesday, June 24th & 25th 12n-5pm each day Location: DY West Philly
Alex spins Vinyasa with a Dynamic ebb and flow!
Ever wonder why we do a forward fold before handstands? or how to effectively get your students into an arm balance? In this course we will delve into the methodology of sequencing by examining “Families of Asanas,” how they relate to each other, how they affect us, and then use this information to craft a practice that delivers results in an interesting and effective manner! You will leave this immersion with a deeper understanding of the art of sequencing and with 5 brand new sequences to practice and teach!
Investment ::
$99 by 6/10, $108 after
Yoga Teacher Training Certification Programs with Dhyana & John Vitarelli, Alex Holmes AND Bruno Circolo
Start Date: June 26th (Weekdays) September 20th (Weekends) Please see below for dates, hours & locations
Teaching Yoga is not just a great job, it’s a great honor.
SUMMER ACCELERATED :: Wednesday, June 26th – Wednesday July 24th (no class on 7/4 or 7/5) Meets Mondays-Thursdays 8:30am – 5pm and Fridays 8:30am-3pm at our West Philly studio. Taking applications now at dhyanattinfo@gmail.com – Please send an email to request the syllabus!
FALL/WINTER WEEKEND :: Saturdays & Sundays at Dhyana Yoga Rittenhouse // Sept 28 & 29, Oct 5 & 6, Oct 19 & 20, Oct 26 & 27, Nov 9 & 10, Nov 23 & 24, Dec 14 & 15, Dec 21 & 22, Jan 4 & 5, Jan 11 & 12, Jan 25 & 26, Feb 1 & 2, Feb 8 & 9, Feb 22 & 23. Accepting applications now – to apply, email us at dhyanattinfo@gmail.com
TESTIMONIALS ::
“You know, truly, there isn’t a day that goes by when I don’t feel grateful for the yoga teacher training you and the rest of your awesome teachers gave me. I just want to write to say Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I’m making a living teaching yoga and managing a yoga studio!” ~E, 2008 graduate
“I wanted to write and tell you how much I appreciate your openness and sharing your life experiences with us in class. I’m not very vocal in class as far as sharing my own stories, but I am working on that and it helps to be able to relate to you. I am so inspired by the program you have created, it has truly given me the steps I’ve been looking for to forge a new path for myself!” ~T, 2013 graduate
“I entered this program unsure, scared, and not planning to be a Yoga teacher and left a completely different person! Thank you for everything you taught us in these past months, I enjoyed every topic, even the ones I didn’t think I would. I had my first audition yesterday and felt confident that I was prepared, and they offered me a job! I will be coming back to keep studying with you and miss getting to be in class with you for 8 hours a day!” ~D, 2011 graduate
Dhyana Yoga has been training teachers for over 10 years, and our Teacher Trainers are truly experienced Teachers who are experts in their fields. You can be sure you are training under the guidance of a teacher who has a high level of information and support to offer you. We happily offer our graduates discounted and often FREE continuing education, and we include a Pre Natal Yoga Teaching Certification within this very course, so you will graduate with 2 certifications.
This program is offered to aspiring teachers, but also to all students with a desire to learn more about Yoga theory, practice, and philosophy. Dhyana Yoga is a Registered School through the Yoga Alliance and our graduates are internationally recognized for their excellence, and for the excellence of this course. Our own standards exceed the national standards for Yoga Training Schools in both the amount of hours we provide and in the scope of content, so you graduate with more information and experience hours than the average teacher training graduate, putting you out ahead from the start! We believe that every student is a teacher for tomorrow, and are committed to pouring ourselves into this program in order to pass on absolutely everything we know to our trainees. All you need is the desire to deepen your understanding of Yoga and enough time to study with loving teachers. We also believe in giving trainees ample practice teaching time and experience in front of the room to become as comfortable as possible leading Yoga classes once you graduate.
The natural urge to share Yoga is inside each one of us, and this program gives you the tools, language and a map that works so you can reach others in an effective manner. We have proudly graduated over 500 teachers in 10 years of hosting this Teacher Training course, who now teach around town and around the world at Yoga studios, gyms, retreat centers, spas, and more! This specific program presents the exact skills you need to reach students in an authentic, aligned, meaningful way. Yoga offers healiing and transformation in all aspects of your life when practiced consistently, with care and enthusiasm, over time. 95% of the teachers at Dhyana Yoga have graduated from this program, and we are humbled by and proud of their shining achievements.
We have designed this course to provide you with a comprehensive cross section of information all Yoga Teachers should have, including modules in all of the following areas :: 1. Yoga Anatomy 2. Asana Clinics 3. Hands on Assists and Adjustment Clinics 4. Chakras 5. Meditation 6. Pranayama (breathing) 7. Bandhas (body locks) 8. Philosophy :: Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads; Vedanta 9. Mantra (basic sanskrit & chanting) 10. Mythology, Divination + Archetypes 11. Sequencing + Theming Your Own Classes 12. Variations, Modifications, and Contraindications for poses 13. Teaching Tips 14. The Business and Ethics of Yoga 15. Yoga as Service (Seva) 15. How to teach Beginners 16. How to teach Pre Natal Yoga, 17. Ayurveda,18. How to use props in practice, and much more!
Your Guides :: Dhyana began practicing in 1989 and has completed teacher trainings in the following :: Ashtanga Yoga w/ Tim Miller (Ashtanga Yoga Center, San Diego, CA), Kundalini Yoga w/ Yogi Bhajan (Yoga West, Los Angeles, CA), Primordial Sound Meditation (Chopra Center, San Diego, CA) and Ayurveda (Chopra Center, San Diego). John Vitarelli began practicing in 1991 and teaching in 2002, then did his formal certification at Dhyana Yoga in 2006 and has also completed the Ashtanga Yoga teacher training w/ Tim Miller. Alex Holmes took one of Dhyana Yoga’s first Teacher Training programs in 2004 and has since completed Prana Flow Yoga Training w/ Shiva Rea (Los Angeles, CA), plus has an extensive background in dance and movement, and advanced studies in Anatomy. All of our teacher trainers are committed 100% to their practice and teach Yoga full time.
Investment
$2250 if paid in full by June 21st for the Summer Program, $2400 after that and/or with a payment plan.
$2150 if paid in full by August 15th, 2013 for the Fall/Winter Weekend Program; $2250 if paid in Full by September 7th, $2400 after that and/or with a payment plan.
$1200 non-refundable Deposit will hold your space (you can begin paying this in installments at any time, and it counts toward the full investment); at least $1200 must be paid by Day One of your program to begin.
Deposits and payments are non refundable, but can be applied toward future trainings
6/29 Taking Flight! w/ Noelle Connolly
Sat June 29th, 2013 From: 2PM to 4:30PM Location: Rittenhouse/Center City
Come Fly with Noelle!
This fun, challenging workshop is designed to teach you to approach inversions and arm-balances with greater mindfulness and ease. You will leave with a better understanding of the mechanics and leverage of arm-balances and inversions, allowing you to begin incorporating these powerful poses into your regular, daily practice. Please bring your questions! Noelle will address anything you have been grappling with or wondering about, and aim to shed some light on those issues so you can Take Flight! You will go home with a refreshed spirit and fall in love with your practice all over again. Why wait? You can do this!
Investment
$25 by 6/22, $30 after
Help Dhyana Yoga Raise Funds for C.H.O.P.
Our goal this year is to raise $10,000 for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia! You can help by donating here
www.giving.chop.edu/goto/dhyana-yoga
Dhyana Yoga :: Celebrating our 10 Year Anniversary by giving even more!
6/30 Good Vibrations
Sunday, June 30th Time: 2-5pm Location :: DY Seva Center
Surf your way through the chakras to some of your favorite summer tunes with a flow-based, all levels vinyasa practice that will expand and vibrate your chakras! We’ll warn you up and cool you down, leaving you with some “Good, good, good vibrations” that will stay with you all summer long. Join DY Teacher Trainees Moira, Becca, Kevin, Helena and Candace for this sweet practice, a silent auction, and a chance to donate to a great cause!
Investment: $5-$15
**All proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Sea Garden, a part of Patient Care & Research, Child Life & Creative Arts Therapy :: Dhyana Yoga Seva Center is a Charitable Foundation focused on raising funds for community members in need
7/27 1:30-4pm (Center City) & 7/28 10:30am-12:30pm (West Philly) :: 2 Events with Joan Hyman Fly Free (Sat 7/27) + Master Class (Sun 7/28)
We are so fortunate to have a teacher with Joan’s experience & depth visit us at DY!
Sat 7/27 1:30-4pm :: Join Philly native and LA based YogaWorks teacher Joan Hyman for a special afternoon workshop on Inversions, Arm Balances, and Core Strength on Saturday, July 27th!
The “Fly Free” workshop will explore the foundations of arm balancing and inversions teaching you tips and tricks to get your wings open and your body off the ground. Learn how to practice these poses from a place of courage, breath and playfulness! No need to fight your way through it—we will learn a pathway to channel these postures into your practice with enthusiasm and ease. This workshop will help you build your inner strength and confidence to move through obstacles and burn away impurities in the body and mind to help you get up and fly free!
Sun 7/28 10:30am-12:30pm :: A Master Class offers you the opportunity for advancement under the guidance of an experienced teacher. With over 20 years of such experience, Joan is a rare teacher in that she is proficient in second series and recently has begun Advanced A (third series)—a high level of achievement among Western yogis. Practicing with Joan is an experience; her instruction is intelligent and light, infused with a strong level of intensity that stems from years of focused study. Her openhearted approach to teaching yoga keeps both her inner spirit and her students continuously evolving. We are so happy to continue to host Joan at Dhyana Yoga as she passes through our hub on her way to far reaching places around the globe. As you approach the inversions and other challenging poses in this workshop, you will note deeper teachings coming from an organic, intuitive place as Joan draws upon the joyful study of ayurveda (the science of life), chakras and meditation to create a profound practice just for you!On choosing this journey of Yoga, Joan says, “I am so blessed to be able to do what I love and stay deeply connected to my yoga practice. This is truly an honor, which I hope I can pass on to others.”
Investment ::
$35 by 7/20, $45 after (workshop); $20 by 7/20, $30 after (master class); do both for $50 by 7/20, $70 after
For the Love of Yoga :: Advanced Postures, Assists & Adjustments w/ John Vitarelli
Saturday (1-5pm) & Sunday (1-4pm), August 3rd & 4th Location :: DY Rittenhouse/Center City
First comes Effort, then comes Ease…
The deeper we get into our practice of Yoga, the more we fall in love with everything about it! It’s a relationship like any other that requires willingness, commitment, understanding, and devotion. Join John Vitarelli for an exploration of postures that are rarely presented or broken down into proper steps and stages, such as the elusive Lotus Poses (with variations), exciting Hand Balance options, Binds in poses like Tortoise, Drop Backs (plus tick tocks) and much more! As a student you will have an excellent opportunity to fall in love with these amazing poses and advance through them with assistance and support, and of course, levity. As a teacher or aspiring teacher, you will have the opportunity to learn not only the poses, but how to properly step in and out of student space while applying the appropriate and safe assists to the poses, too! Each day will begin with a practice led by John meant to warm and open the body and mind, with specific “research” poses offered to compliment the in depth postures to follow. You will work directly with John and get feedback, assist each other in pairs or small groups, and have time to work things out independently as well. Those specifically not interested in assisting will be given more poses, those specifically hoping to refine their assists will be given more and advanced ones to practice during this program. Either way, you will take away a booklet of information to continue working with over time and find that this weekend of practice increases your love of Yoga. Recommended reading :: The Yoga Makaranda (search online for free download)
Investment :: $77 by 7/15, $99 after
Even More About Handstands! w/ Paul Biancanello
Saturday, August 10th Time: 1-4pm Location :: DY Rittenhouse/Center City
The Way to Learn Handstands is to Practice Handstands!
Mastering Handstand requires a delicate balance of alignment and strength. A straight spine and open shoulders are essential for getting the body vertical but you also need a strong abdominal core to prevent yourself from tipping over! In this workshop, Paul will walk you through all of the tricks and techniques that he practiced when learning to handstand, from swift kick ups to slow press ups! We will be moving a lot, so be prepared to sweat, laugh (and maybe cry…) as we open the upper body, strengthen the core, slide on the floor, and cartwheel our way through a fun-filled upside-down adventure on our hands.
Investment :: $30 by 8/3, $40 after
Dharma Yoga Great Sadhana: The One Whole and Complete Practice w/ Sri Dharma Mittra
Saturday, August 24th, 2013 Times (see below) Location :: Dhyana Yoga West Philly
Dharma is a true Master of Yoga
First Event : 10:30am-1:30pm :: Postures, Breathing, Relaxation, Yoga Discourses
Sri Dharma Mittra is a master at helping students develop confidence and meaning in their posture practice.
Dharma IV Shiva Namaskara Vinyasa, at its core, is a unique challenging and meditative sequence. It will
unfold complete movement of the spine, unleash prana throughout the body, restore radiant health, and
bring clarity to the mind, and put power behind your thoughts. One of the greatest joys of Maha Sadhana
is exploring variations of Sri Dharma Mittra’s advanced postures you may not encounter anywhere else in
the world of today, as well as instruction in how to take the steps necessary to acquire these postures. You
will be guided through a purifying Deep Healing Relaxation, followed by invaluable and profound sacred
teachings on the ethical rules (yama), the yogic observances (niyama), the Laws of Karma, Dbarma diet,
ancient varied breathing practices, and concluding with his joyous Asana Satsang Jam. Sri Dharma helps
guide each individual to quiet the turbulent mind so as to experience the peace, contentment, and realization
of the Divinity already present within you. Caution: Do not miss out!
Investment :: $70 by 8/1, $80 after
Dharma Yoga Purna Sadhana Extreme w/ Sri Dharma Mittra
Saturday, August 24, 2013 Time 4:30-6:30pm Location :: Dhyana Yoga West Philly
Be inspired, & be forever transformed by practicing with Sri Dharma!
Second Event : 4:30-6:30pm Advanced Postures, Discourse, Relaxation
Yogic techniques practiced under the guidance of a living master will lead to incredible physical, mental and
spiritual results. Sri Dharma Mittra offers Divinely-created advanced posture practices guaranteed to yield
instant psychic energy. His expertise will support your ability to ease into postures you never thought were
possible. This program is great opportunity to experience a broad selection of the best of his 55 years of
service, teaching, and living the “life of a yogi” in today’s modern world.
Investment :: $ 55 by 8/1, $65 after
Legendary yoga teacher Sri Dharma Mittra first encountered yoga as a teenager before meeting his Guru in 1964 and beginning his training in earnest. Sri Dharma Mittra founded one of the early independent schools of yoga in New York City in 1975 and has taught hundreds of thousands the world over for nearly a half century. He is the model and creator of the “Master Yoga Chart of 908 Postures”, the author of ASANAS: 608 Yoga Poses, has released two DVD’s to date, and the Yoga Journal book Yoga was based on his famous Master Chart.
Sri Dharma continues to disseminate the complete traditional science of yoga through daily classes, workshops and his “Life of a Yogi” Teacher Certification programs at the Dharma Yoga New York Center and around the world. For more information on all things Dharma, please visit: www.dharmayogacenter.com. Also contact: eva@dharmayogacenter.com
9/13 Supersonic Savasana w/ Mark D
Mark Dee is a talented musician & longtime friend of DY!
Friday, September 13th, 2013 Time: 6:30-8pm Location :: DY Old City
Imagine the most relaxing and expansive savasana of your life: a time of repose where you shed your normal waking consciousness and drift into infinity. Welcome to Supersonic Savasana. After some light stretcing and guided deep relaxation, you will be lovingly bathed in sound. Using the didjeridu, udu, various world percussion instruments, and his voice, Mark D will seem to bend time itself– leaving you face to face with your true, radiant self. Mark D is a long-time yogi, kirtaneer, and multi-instrumentalist whose music is always an offering to the divine. The founder of www.ReturnToYourBreath.com, he is also a holistic psychotherapist who uses vibration and sound in his healing practice. He is grateful beyond words to have the opportunity to offer this workshop to you.
Retreat to Italy this Fall with John & Diana Vitarelli
Join us in Umbria September 15th-21st, 2013 at a Deluxe Estate, “Locanda del Gallo” (Central Italy)
This is what dreams are made of…
We have taken groups to Italy together for many years, but this trip is truly an adventure not to be missed! Join John & Dhyana on their pilgrimage to the Motherland…ITALIA! Experience the sweet life as we settle in at the most beautiful Yoga home we have ever seen, Locanda del Gallo!
Picture walls of stone aged by the centuries. Fresh and cosy rooms filled with ancient and exotic furniture. Gardens of manicured lawns and olive trees. The scent of lavender and rosemary filling the air. A swimming pool and hot tub both kissed by sunlight. Numerous paths running through woods, down to the stream in the valley below. Aperitifs sipped on a veranda watching the setting sun. Candle-lit dinners, and calm nights under a star filled sky…
Services included • Full board (80% organic food, Vegetarian food on request) • Room cleaning daily, change of towels every three days, fresh sheets for the stay, Wireless Internet • Twice daily offered Yoga classes with John & Dhyana in the Locanda’s beautiful, fully equipped Yoga Studio • Tea during the breaks (morning and afternoon) • FULL ACCESS TO the WELLNESS AREA including a Heated Jacuzzi Spa, Healing Steam Bath, and Aromatic Shower at all times PLUS, we will include a wine tasting outing as our gift to you!
You just have to see this beautiful estate! Click here for panoramic views of the grounds and this unbelievable Locanda!
n. 30 – double or twin beds room + double or twin beds room with one bath (2 rooms on 1 floor sharing bath)
Delight in the beauty of Italy & return refreshed from a week of Yoga!
Investment: $875 per person in shared room by 6/1/13; $925 by 7/1/13; $975 after; the one double room with bath* must be paid in full and is non refundable for $1175 by 7/1/13, or $1300 after; Share a room with a friend, OR let us facilitate a room mate for you! Don’t delay in signing up, there are only 12 spots available!
You will need to secure your own airfare to either Florence or Rome (recommended; we will be flying direct into Rome) and it will be your choice to then train to Perugia (very easy, we will pick you up there upon your request) OR you can rent a car for the duration or part of your stay and have full freedom to explore the region! (if you would like to share the cost of a car with other attendees, we can help connect you). It may be your preference to add an extra night before or after the retreat in the city you fly in and out, too! We have traveled in Italy often, and would be more than happy to help you create an itinerary that feels wonderful for you!
It will be our pleasure to show you the delights of the Italian life! Please email John and Dhyana at doyogaphilly@gmail.com to sign up, with questions, or if you want to generally chat about the details of the trip. We hope you will be our guest on this beautiful vacation!—
The key to Longevity is Infinite Flexibility!
The key to Longevity is Infinite Flexibility!
First comes Effort, then comes Ease…
Diana & John Vitarelli co-own and operate Dhyana Yoga out of their cozy bungalow home in the little town, Westmont, New Jersey. Diana was born in Chester, PA and John in Camden, NJ, so they share not only an Italian heritage but also a hard working approach to life. Diana started practicing in 1989 and teaching 7 years later, and John started practicing in the early 90′s and began teaching in 2004. They have both graduated from Tim Miller’s Ashtanga Teacher Training, and John continues to study Ashtanga with Tim, plus with his teacher David Garrigues here in Philadelphia. Diana, AKA “Dhyana,” is also certified in Kundalini Yoga, Primordial Sound Meditation, and Ayurveda. They were married on Guru Purnima in July of 2010 and welcomed their sweet daughter, Raine, into the world in April 2012. They love Yoga, travel, their dogs, hanging out together, teaching, singing along with the harmonium, and the indescribable feeling of collapsing into Savasana after a great practice! John teaches Vinyasa in the Ashtanga style and Led Primary classes, Diana teaches Vinyasa in the Ashtanga style, Meditation (group and individual), and specialized workshops and teacher training modules in Ayurveda, Chakras, Archetypes, Koshas and other such topics which she lovingly calls “impossible.”
You can contact the Vitarellis at doyogaphilly@gmail.com
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DY CENTER CITY
1611 Walnut, 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Parking
Parking is metered street parking or local garage. There is ample public transportation to this location. Or, take the train to Suburban Station and we are just 3 blocks away, or to the 15th and Locust stop which is only 2 blocks away. Many buses frequent the area as well.
DY OLD CITY
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Philadelphia, PA 19106
Parking
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DY WEST PHILLY
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Philadelphia, PA 19104
Parking
Street Parking (some free on weekends), or exit the subway and 40th and Market and walk South one block!
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Haddonfield, NJ 08033
Parking
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The Tattooed Yogi gettin’ Funky with a Bakasana Variation!
JUSTIN “BONE” REILLEY Teaching since 2011, Graduate of DY’s 200 Hour Teacher Training
What attracted you to yoga? “I was attracted to yoga because I was super stressed out after my twins were born. I was always into martial arts and working out, but I needed something different. I’ve known John (Vitarelli) since we were teenagers and he was always into yoga and teaching, so I just went to one of his classes and I was hooked right away. I loved how balanced I felt not only in my body, but also mainly how emotionally and spiritually connected I felt. It was the best feeling ever!!”
How has yoga changed you? “Yoga hasn’t really changed me, but allowed me to be myself more. I always say yoga made me the man I always knew I could be. It gave me the strength to do things I was always afraid to do.”
What is a mantra you live by? “My mantra is a quote by one of my favorite teachers Brock Cahill: “If you want to do something bad enough you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse.” I think about that in my practice all the time. You have to work hard and really want something to achieve it. If you’re making excuses you obviously don’t give a shit. I learned handstands quick because I did them constantly! Everyday, every practice, at work, at home, in stores…literally all the time!!”
You’re appropriately dubbed “The Tattooed Yogi.” So, how many tattoos do you have? “How many tattoos do I have?! Oh geez!! Too many to count for sure! Two full sleeves with my hands done, a Japanese sock, Xena the warrior princess on my thigh, a huge eagle chest piece, sparrows on my neck with my kids’ names to name a few and a bunch of other junk all over!”
Yogi & Dad, Derek
DEREK HOPKINS Teaching since 2010, Graduate of DY’s 200 Hour Teacher Training Program, Certified Brazilian Jiu-Jitzu Instructor
What do you think is so special about Dhyana Yoga? What makes this community so unique?“Dhyana is so special and unique in its form as a yoga studio because it sticks to the most traditional lineages of yoga and meditation. Also, there are countless ways to further and deepen your practice with the wide array of workshops that are always offered to accommodate any style of yoga and meditation that you are into. Another reason, and probably the most special aspect of DY, is that it is surrounded by amazing, talented teachers and students that come together to form a genuine and diverse community.“
Why yoga? What drew you to it initially? “I have been an athlete my whole life. In college, I got into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA, where I actively competed for five years and became an instructor. This is where yoga comes in. During one of my practice trainings, I suffered a debilitating knee injury that was said only to be fixed with surgery. I didn’t want surgery. I didn’t want the pain. I didn’t know what to do. I had no choice. I had to schedule surgery. I was about a month away from my surgery date and out of the blue, yoga was recommended to me by a friend. I was extremely apprehensive because I was never flexible and, now, with this injury, I was even more toxic, overweight, and stiff than ever before. I was also scared because I was indeed injured and worried about being vulnerable to further injury. With all of this fear, I walked into my first class. The energy of the room, the people, and the teacher were so new to me. The feeling radiated healing and I lost my fear altogether. Every posture was a total challenge and I thought there was no way I was going to make it. I couldn’t believe it, but I left feeling way better than I did when I came in. After three weeks of cautious practice, I cancelled my surgery. After one year, my leg was stronger than ever. I haven’t looked back since.“
When you aren’t teaching yoga, how do you spend your time? “I am usually exploring with my 3-year-old son Duke on lots of hikes and adventures. I love being a Dad. My best-spent time is with family and friends. I like to travel and go places I’ve never been before. I love spending time in nature. I like to camp, canoe, rock climb, dance, cook, and I love the beach.“
LEILA ZINNI Teaching Since 2009, Graduate of Dhyana Yoga’s 200 Hour Teacher Training Program & Alex Holmes’ 50-Hour Dynamic Flow Immersion; 50-Hour Prenatal Training; Certified Mat Pilates Instructor
Leila is the Director of DY’s PreNatal Teacher Training
What drew you to the mat? “I took my first yoga class when I was about 11 years old, but wasn’t really interested in it at that point. When I was in my early 20s and running a lot, I figured that I needed something to help balance my body out. So, I started doing online yoga classes at home and got really into it. Yoga really helped my body and kept me injury free. Then, I went through a really crazy personal time in my life and yoga was my best friend through that. That was when I knew that it would be my best friend for the rest of my life.”
Why did you choose Dhyana Yoga? “I was really drawn in by the energy and the familial sense that there is here. Dhyana always talks about not having a large, extended family and wanting the studio and everyone here to be a part of her family. You can really feel that from the moment you step through the door.”
How did your practice transform during and after pregnancy? “ During my pregnancy, I used the practice more for peace of mind and meditation than for strength building and exercise. It was really about taking time to relax. After having the baby, I really feel like a beginner again, which has been a really great challenge. It’s good to be humbled in your practice and to remember what your students are feeling like when they are in the classroom.”
Do you have a mantra that resonates with you? “One mantra that I’ve really been trying to stick to is: One day at a time. Life can get really overwhelming between work and taking care of a kid. In the beginning, I would get frustrated and overwhelmed by the amount of things that I didn’t get done. So, I started to remind myself every night before I went to sleep: One day at a time. Tomorrow is a new day.”
Erik has a background in TV News & Social Work
ERIK BURLING, Teaching Since 2012 Graduate of the Dhyana Yoga 200 Hour Teacher Training Program; Assisting and Adjustment Immersion with John Vitarelli; Yoga Therapeutics Study, Dhyana Yoga; Primordial Sound Meditation Study with Diana Vitarelli; Zen Buddhist Meditation Study with Dr. David Loy; Continuing In-Depth AshtangaYoga Study with David Garrigues
What drew you to yoga? “I discovered yoga at a time when my body was aching and while working as a television news anchor, which was not providing the spiritual fulfillment I was seeking in a profession. After I moved into my first asana in my first class, I was instantly amazed and recognized yoga’s ability to transform the body and mind.”
What poses are feeling super good to you right now and why? “As John Vitarelli once told me: “Don’t expect to master any one pose in a lifetime.” It takes an eternity to perfect even the simplest of postures. That being said, I’m finding love right now for some of my most challenging asanas. Binding-twisting postures do not come easy for me. Marichyasana C is a deep twisted-bind. I’ve been working on it for about 10 months and it still eludes me, but I’m making progress! I haven’t found it just yet, but it lives within me somewhere. The day I find it will be a rewarding one in practice and in life.”
How do you maintain FOCUS in your personal practice? “In addition to practicing at Dhyana Yoga, I have a daily Mysore practice at the Ashtanga Yoga School of Philadelphia. Since turning to Ashtanga Yoga about one year ago, I have come to learn that all practice is personal practice, regardless of whether a teacher is leading class or not. Meditation has been the most instrumental tool in maintaining focus on the mat. When I meditate regularly, the path to higher awareness on the yoga mat comes with greater ease. I approach each practice as a meditation – trying to tune in to each individual moment in time, trying to give each subtle anatomical movement the attention it deserves.”
Sarah is performing an unsupported variation of Ganda Bherundasana, or formidable face pose.
SARAH EVANCHO Teaching since 2009, Graduate of DY’s 200 Hour Teacher Training & Alex Holmes’ 50 Hour Dynamic Flow Immersion
What can students expect from your classes? “I always tell my students in the beginning of class that the most important thing is that they leave feeling better than when they came. As a teacher, my job, I feel, is to hold a comfortable space where people can just come and do their thing. People come to the mat for so many reasons: To fix their crazy, to work through really ridiculous emotional stuff (addictions and things like that) or just to get into better shape, which can be a pretty vulnerable thing for a lot of people, too. So, that’s the most important thing when I teach. However, I teach a pretty rigorous class. I always say that I get people in shape for Noelle’s class. I like to do a lot of core work and upper body work – all with the breath, of course. I like to teach a pretty creative sequence. I like people to laugh. Also, one of the main pillars of my classes are my playlists. I like to make pretty rockin’ playlists.”
Why Dhyana Yoga? “I could go on forever. I started coming to Dhyana in my last year of college and I was at the height of my crazy. I had really bad problems with anxiety, depression, self-loathing, and all that stuff that I think so many of us go through. I did a bunch of research on not going on anti-depressants, which led me to Kundalini, which led me to Dhyana. When I walked in, Dhyana was at the front desk and she was playing this song called by a band named Kula Shaker that nobody knows! I started listening to it when I was like 13. I was like OMG. She was so welcoming. At that moment, I just knew. I think the strength that is the studio comes from Dhyana, her openness, and her willingness to let all of her teachers develop their own voice and style, which in turn, allows all of the students that come here so many options. I always say that if you don’t love my class, there is a teacher for you. There are so many styles and personalities, so that the student can find his or her niche. I think that is so unique and special about the studio. That’s why I have never taught anywhere else and found a teaching and practice home here.”
Do you have a mantra you live by? “Yes. I have song lyrics tattooed on my feet that say: Kick at the darkness till it bleeds daylight. It’s something I’ve said to myself since I was a teenager, whenever sh*t got bad.”
Malik’s heart is as big as his laugh!
MALIK WILSON Teaching since 2011, Graduate of DY’s 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training; Certified Personal Trainer
What drew you to yoga? “Martial arts was my first introduction to yoga. It was my stretching routine. I realized, though, that there was definitely something more to yoga than just regular stretching. I practiced martial arts hard for awhile. The one constant that I always had before I practiced was yoga. I would do yoga for a long time – for like hours. Then, I remember talking to my teacher after we were apart for awhile. I told him that I wasn’t doing any martial arts. I was like, “Yo…I’m doing yoga now.” I was feeling guilty about it but he said, “Yoga is martial arts and martial arts is yoga.” He said, “Do the yoga thing. It all comes around full circle.” So, I stuck with it.”
Why Dhyana Yoga? “It’s like a family. I came back to Philly 2.5 years ago and I didn’t know what I was going to do. But I knew I was doing to do yoga. Yoga was most definitely in my life. Anyways, I was walking up the street (15th and Walnut) and I see this girl – cute girl. I get to talking to her, but I kept getting distracted by a board that said “Free Yoga.” I was like, “Free yoga?! Where’s that at?” She said, “Rittenhouse Park!” So, I became a mainstay at the Rittenhouse Park classes and got to meet all of the Dhyana Yoga teachers. I was the Rittenhouse Park yogi. I didn’t have a plan to do any of this, but next thing you know, I ended up taking teacher training. I started as energy exchange, staff, and, then, teaching. It’s really been my family here.”
Do you have a mantra that resonates with you? “One of my favorites is “Sooner begun, sooner to done” because I cannot stand procrastination. Revolutionary fighter George Jackson – one of my favorite people – said two things: “Sooner begun, sooner to done” and that he was “alive and learning.” That was his threat in the midst of chaos and repression. Despite all this stuff going on, he was still alive and learning.”
Candace is passionate about Yoga & Nutrition, & works in local theatre productions as well!
CANDACE CIHOCKI with DY since 2012, Office Team Leader (Center City),Currently enrolled in DY’s Teacher Training
Candance is also a Health Coach and is certified to teach mat Pilates. You can find out more about her at www.the-ethical-eater.com
Sarra also offers Thai Massage
SARRA KAUFMAN, Teaching since 2009, Graduated from Sankalpah College of Yoga, NYC
How did you discover yoga, or rather, how did yoga discover you? “I discovered yoga at 16. I was in need of a transformation. I wasn’t even truly aware of this need at the time. I fell into it.”
Fill us in on your style of teaching. “My style is heavily influenced by Kula Yoga Project. It’s an alignment based flow that uses a theme to study the simple and often unilateral quality of movement.”
Do you have a mantra that resonates with you? “In terms of a personal mantra, I try really hard to practice what I learned as an actor, which is to live and work with humility as an act of service and, then, find the quiet strength that comes from this practice.”
Next Start Dates: June 26th (Weekdays) September 20th (Weekends) Please see below for dates, hours, & locations
SUMMER ACCELERATED :: Wednesday, June 26th – Wednesday July 24th (no class on 7/4 or 7/5) Meets Mondays-Thursdays 8:30am – 5pm and Fridays 8:30am-3pm at our West Philly studio. Taking applications now at dhyanattinfo@gmail.com
FALL/WINTER WEEKEND :: Saturdays & Sundays at Dhyana Yoga Rittenhouse // Sept 28 & 29, Oct 5 & 6, Oct 19 & 20, Oct 26 & 27, Nov 9 & 10, Nov 23 & 24, Dec 14 & 15, Dec 21 & 22, Jan 4 & 5, Jan 11 & 12, Jan 25 & 26, Feb 1 & 2, Feb 8 & 9, Feb 22 & 23. Accepting applications now – to apply, email us at dhyanattinfo@gmail.com
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TESTIMONIALS ::
“You know, truly, there isn’t a day that goes by when I don’t feel grateful for the yoga teacher training you and the rest of your awesome teachers gave me. I just want to write to say Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I’m making a living teaching yoga and managing a yoga studio!” ~E, 2008 graduate
“I wanted to write and tell you how much I appreciate your openness and sharing your life experiences with us in class. I’m not very vocal in class as far as sharing my own stories, but I am working on that and it helps to be able to relate to you. I am so inspired by the program you have created, it has truly given me the steps I’ve been looking for to forge a new path for myself!” ~T, 2013 graduate
“I entered this program unsure, scared, and not planning to be a Yoga teacher and left a completely different person! Thank you for everything you taught us in these past months, I enjoyed every topic, even the ones I didn’t think I would. I had my first audition yesterday and felt confident that I was prepared, and they offered me a job! I will be coming back to keep studying with you and miss getting to be in class with you for 8 hours a day!” ~D, 2011 graduate
Dhyana Yoga has been training teachers for over 10 years, and our Teacher Trainers are truly experienced Teachers who are experts in their fields. You can be sure you are training under the guidance of a teacher who has a high level of information and support to offer you. We happily offer our graduates discounted and often FREE continuing education, and we include a Pre Natal Yoga Teaching Certification within this very course, so you will graduate with 2 certifications.
This program is offered to aspiring teachers, but also to all students with a desire to learn more about Yoga theory, practice, and philosophy. Dhyana Yoga is a Registered School through the Yoga Alliance and our graduates are internationally recognized for their excellence, and for the excellence of this course. Our own standards exceed the national standards for Yoga Training Schools in both the amount of hours we provide and in the scope of content, so you graduate with more information and experience hours than the average teacher training graduate, putting you out ahead from the start! We believe that every student is a teacher for tomorrow, and are committed to pouring ourselves into this program in order to pass on absolutely everything we know to our trainees. All you need is the desire to deepen your understanding of Yoga and enough time to study with loving teachers. We also believe in giving trainees ample practice teaching time and experience in front of the room to become as comfortable as possible leading Yoga classes once you graduate.
The natural urge to share Yoga is inside each one of us, and this program gives you the tools, language and a map that works so you can reach others in an effective manner. We have proudly graduated over 500 teachers in 10 years of hosting this Teacher Training course, who now teach around town and around the world at Yoga studios, gyms, retreat centers, spas, and more! This specific program presents the exact skills you need to reach students in an authentic, aligned, meaningful way. Yoga offers healiing and transformation in all aspects of your life when practiced consistently, with care and enthusiasm, over time. 95% of the teachers at Dhyana Yoga have graduated from this program, and we are humbled by and proud of their shining achievements.
We have designed this course to provide you with a comprehensive cross section of information all Yoga Teachers should have, including modules in all of the following areas :: 1. Yoga Anatomy 2. Asana Clinics 3. Hands on Assists and Adjustment Clinics 4. Chakras 5. Meditation 6. Pranayama (breathing) 7. Bandhas (body locks) 8. Philosophy :: Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads; Vedanta 9. Mantra (basic sanskrit & chanting) 10. Mythology, Divination + Archetypes 11. Sequencing + Theming Your Own Classes 12. Variations, Modifications, and Contraindications for poses 13. Teaching Tips 14. The Business and Ethics of Yoga 15. Yoga as Service (Seva) 15. How to teach Beginners 16. How to teach Pre Natal Yoga, 17. Ayurveda,18. How to use props in practice, and much more!
Your Guides :: Dhyana began practicing in 1989 and has completed teacher trainings in the following :: Ashtanga Yoga w/ Tim Miller (Ashtanga Yoga Center, San Diego, CA), Kundalini Yoga w/ Yogi Bhajan (Yoga West, Los Angeles, CA), Primordial Sound Meditation (Chopra Center, San Diego, CA) and Ayurveda (Chopra Center, San Diego). John Vitarelli began practicing in 1991 and teaching in 2002, then did his formal certification at Dhyana Yoga in 2006 and has also completed the Ashtanga Yoga teacher training w/ Tim Miller. Alex Holmes took one of Dhyana Yoga’s first Teacher Training programs in 2004 and has since completed Prana Flow Yoga Training w/ Shiva Rea (Los Angeles, CA), plus has an extensive background in dance and movement, and advanced studies in Anatomy. All of our teacher trainers are committed 100% to their practice and teach Yoga full time.
Investment
$2150 if paid in full by May 18th, 2013 for the Summer Accelerated Program, $2250 if paid in full by June 1st, $2400 after that and/or with a payment plan.
$2150 if paid in full by August 15th, 2013 for the Fall/Winter Weekend Program; $2250 if paid in Full by September 7th, $2400 after that and/or with a payment plan.
$1200 non-refundable Deposit will hold your space (you can begin paying this in installments at any time, and it counts toward the full investment); at least $1200 must be paid by Day One of your program to begin.
$1200 Deposit
$2150 Full Early Bird Payment
Deposits and payments are non refundable, but can be applied toward future trainings.
Call 215-222-YOGA or click here to email us to sign up!
Reading Requirements (Cut and paste into your browser to view links below)
“The Heart of Yoga” by T.K.V.Desikachar (http://www.amazon.com/Heart-Yoga-Developing-Personal-Practice/dp/089281764X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1306514385&sr=8-1)
“Yoga Mala” by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (http://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Mala-Original-Teachings-Ashtanga/dp/0865477515/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1306514620&sr=8-1)
“The Key Muscles of Yoga” by Ray Long, MD (http://www.amazon.com/Key-Muscles-Yoga-Scientific-Keys/dp/1607432382/ref=pd_sim_b_5)
“Anatomy for Vinyasa Flow and Standing Poses” by Ray Long, MD (http://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Mat-Companion-Anatomy-Standing/dp/1607439433/ref=pd_sim_b_3)
“Anatomy for Arm Balances and Inversions” by Ray Long, MD
“The Essential Yoga Sutra” by Geshe Michael Roach and Christie McNally (http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Yoga-Sutra-Ancient-Wisdom/dp/0385515367/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1306515029&sr=1-1)
Other Reading Suggestions (not required, but certainly helpful)
“Ashtanga Yoga” by David Swenson
“The Bhagavad Gita” by Eknath Easwaran
“The Upanishads” by Eknath Easwaran
“Wheels of Life” by Anodea Judith
“Perfect Health” by Deepak Chopra
“Light on Yoga” by B.K.S. Iyengar
***Trainees will also get a unique Dhyana Yoga binder as part of their training.
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500 Hour Advanced Dhyana Vinyasa teacher training
Next Program Dates
ONGOING :: You can start this first weekend of the following months in 2013 :: January, March, May, July, October, November
Course Highlights
This is an advanced teacher training for Yogis and Yoginis who have already successfully completed a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification and are ready to step deeper into all that is Yoga, as well as a chance to spend more time in community with the support of the teachers and other students. We will build upon the foundational gifts of a 200 Hour Training and add layers to that information.
Bring yourself into alignment! Connect with your internal rhythms and the rhythms of the Universe! Expand your awareness! Allow the ancient teachings to reveal themselves to you! Transform your life while helping others! Infuse your practice with Spirit!
In this training you will experiencing higher states of consciousness through mind-body healing techniques led by Dhyana. You will be shown regular, daily, practices that will support your mental and physical health from deep study in how to practice meditation and the practical application of Ayurveda in your life. As part of the 500 hour training, you will go through a special ceremony with Dhyana to discover YOUR OWN personal Primordial Sound Mantra, meaning, you will find out what your mantra is and be able to use it for the rest of your life. In addition to learning about these topics, you will learn how to teach meditation and Ayurveda as well! Powerful home study processes have been designed to support you on a moment to moment basis as we move through the entire course.
Every class plays a crucial role on your path to unity and wholeness, while providing you with a wealth of information. John will share the physical energetics of proper Asana practice with you in classes on Bandha activation, advanced Asana exploration, and generous time spent exploring the methods of correct Assisting and Adjusting students in Asanas, including Advanced Assists, and the subtleties of assisting in large classes, small classes, or even in private one-on-one lessons. You will be personally working in small groups with John on this important aspect of teaching Yoga, and apprenticing in his regular classes as well, giving you ample experience time plus offering the opportunity for you to co-teach with him, apply what you learn, and receive honest and helpful feedback!
In addition to diving deeper into the topics you have been yearning for more insights into, what makes this particular 500 Hour Teacher Training special is twofold. 1. Our aim is to draw out and amplify YOUR unique talents and voice as a teacher, and 2. We will couple uncovering your strengths with an uncovering of what teaching the perfect Yoga class includes! We highly recommend you attend class with Dhyana Vitarelli or John Vitarelli and speak to us before or after class about your intentions regarding further training. There is a magical thread woven into Vinyasa classes at Dhyana Yoga, an imprint that works and speaks to students on a profound level, and we will unravel it and present it to you in this course. We regularly hear from graduates of our training programs that wherever they teach, their students tell them there is something “special” about their classes and the way they teach. We would love to share the secrets of the Dhyana Yoga style with you!
As a very special part of this program, we will be delving into the following texts (please make sure you have read all the required readings of our 200 hour Teacher Training Program outlined above as well) : The Upanishads (Eknath Eswaran), The Yoga Vasistha (Swami Venkatesananda), Perfect Health (Deepak Chopra, all of Ray Long’s anatomy books (see www.bandhayoga.com), and Wheels of Life (Anodea Judith). You will also be co-creating a unique binder of your own with us throughout the program.
To apply, please email a 250 word essay on why you wish to participate (please also include where and when you did your 200 hour/previous training) to Dhyana and John at dhyanattinfo@gmail.com. This program is for students who have successfully completed at least 200 hours of training already.
Investment
$3100 if paid in full in advance, $3350 if using a payment plan; a $1000 non refundable deposit will hold your space and counts toward the total tuition, $100 discount for DY 200 hour TT graduates.
100 hour apprenticeship program with Dhyana Yoga Senior teachers
Next Program Dates
You can start anytime!
Course Details
This is a great opportunity for graduates of at least 200 hours of teacher training (anywhere) to take a supported next step in the direction of excellence and gain valuable experience working with a qualified mentor. You can choose from any of Dhyana Yoga’s senior teachers, Dhyana or John Vitarelli, Alex Holmes or Gina Stickney.
Investment
$750 to Dhyana Yoga Teacher Training graduates, $1000 to all others
Click here to send an email requesting more information.
15 Hour Pre Natal Yoga Teacher Training w/ Leila Zinni
Sat Mar 23, 2013 From: 10AM to 6PM Location: West Philly
Are you interested in teaching Pre Natal Yoga, curious about how long you can practice into your pregnancy, or just looking to expand your horizons as a teacher? This special program is here to serve you! During our time together we will practice some Pre Natal sequences, discuss the different stages (trimesters) of pregnancy, and how to modify your practice as pregnancy progresses. Learn pranayama (breathing) techniques to support you through labor and how to ease some of the physical pains of pregnancy through your Yoga practice, and assist Leila in regular classes to hone your skills and gain actual experience. This course will ensure your confidence as Moms-to-be and as effective teacher best able to assist your expecting students! Inspired by her own recent pregnancy, Leila has developed a new love for working with pregnant students and sharing her new mommy wisdom with everyone! You will receive a certificate upon completion. 1/19/13 Counts for 8 hours in group, other hours are completed by assisting Leila in teaching 2 Pre Natal classes to gain experience, plus a written exam.
Investment
$140 by 3/15, $160 after (50% discount to graduates of a DY TT program)
Retreat to Italy this Fall with John & Diana Vitarelli
Join us in Umbria September 15th-21st, 2013 at a Deluxe Estate, “Locanda del Gallo” (Central Italy)
This is what dreams are made of…
We have taken groups to Italy together for many years, but this trip is truly an adventure not to be missed! Join John & Dhyana on their pilgrimage to the Motherland…ITALIA! Experience the sweet life as we settle in at the most beautiful Yoga home we have ever seen, Locanda del Gallo!
Picture walls of stone aged by the centuries. Fresh and cosy rooms filled with ancient and exotic furniture. Gardens of manicured lawns and olive trees. The scent of lavender and rosemary filling the air. A swimming pool and hot tub both kissed by sunlight. Numerous paths running through woods, down to the stream in the valley below. Aperitifs sipped on a veranda watching the setting sun. Candle-lit dinners, and calm nights under a star filled sky…
Services included • Full board (80% organic food, Vegetarian food on request) • Room cleaning daily, change of towels every three days, fresh sheets for the stay, Wireless Internet • Twice daily offered Yoga classes with John & Dhyana in the Locanda’s beautiful, fully equipped Yoga Studio • Tea during the breaks (morning and afternoon) • FULL ACCESS TO the WELLNESS AREA including a Heated Jacuzzi Spa, Healing Steam Bath, and Aromatic Shower at all times PLUS, we will include a wine tasting outing as our gift to you!
You just have to see this beautiful estate! Click here for panoramic views of the grounds and this unbelievable Locanda!
n. 30 – double or twin beds room + double or twin beds room with one bath (2 rooms on 1 floor sharing bath)
Delight in the beauty of Italy & return refreshed from a week of Yoga!
Investment: $875 per person in shared room by 6/1/13; $925 by 7/1/13; $975 after; the one double room with bath* must be paid in full and is non refundable for $1175 by 7/1/13, or $1300 after; Share a room with a friend, OR let us facilitate a room mate for you! Don’t delay in signing up, there are only 12 spots available!
You will need to secure your own airfare to either Florence or Rome (recommended; we will be flying direct into Rome) and it will be your choice to then train to Perugia (very easy, we will pick you up there upon your request) OR you can rent a car for the duration or part of your stay and have full freedom to explore the region! (if you would like to share the cost of a car with other attendees, we can help connect you). It may be your preference to add an extra night before or after the retreat in the city you fly in and out, too! We have traveled in Italy often, and would be more than happy to help you create an itinerary that feels great for you!
It will be our pleasure to show you the delights of the Italian life! Please email John and Dhyana at doyogaphilly@gmail.com to sign up, with questions, or if you want to generally chat about the details of the trip. We hope you will be our guest on this beautiful vacation!
Dhyana Yoga Has Something For Everyone! It’s a great idea to try our 3 Week New Student Pass to experience a few different classes and teachers and then decide with confidence which pass or membership is best for you!
Make shapes that create Harmony, Peace, and Love in your life!
Price Guide ::
New Student Pass, 3 weeks for $30 (21 day exp, must sign up at studio, on first visit only)
Single Class for $15/$16
Community Classes $8 (cash only) or get 8 Community Classes for $60 (cash only)
10 classes for $120 (90 day exp)
One Month for $110 (30 day exp)
Three Months for $300 (90 day exp)
One Year for $950
Mat Rental $2
10% discount to students under 25 & seniors over 65
Energy Exchange program available :: work in the office in exchange for free classes
Mats also for sale at every location (it’s best to have your own mat and only rent in a pinch!)
Dhyana Vinyasa 101 (Beginners)
Slower-paced, information filled class with emphasis on safety, learning poses and proper alignment in practice. Recommended for beginners, but all will benefit and enjoy. You can start anytime. Expect to move through many poses and be challenged! We cycle through one Chakra a week and weave in how they relate to the poses and the practice energetically. If you like this class, you may also like “Relax and Restore.”
Pre Natal Yoga
During our time together we will practice helpful Yoga poses, learn breathing techniques to support your pregnancy, and share tips on how to use all that Yoga has to offer to ease some of the physical pains of the child bearing process. This class will enhance your confidence as a mom-to-be and gives you a safe place to ask questions as well! Our Pre Natal teachers are inspired by motherhood and have a love for working with pregnant students at all stages.
Relax & Restore
Slower than Dhyana Yoga’s All Levels classes, this nurturing Vinyasa (flow) style will leave you feeling refreshed and stress-free. The sequencing is on the gentle side, providing a “Yin” complement to our other more “Yang” style classes. Expect a calming atmosphere, relaxing music and a nice long Savasana! Appropriate for all students, even beginners, helpful for injury healing and prevention, or as a transition from our 101 classes toward the All Levels classes.
Kundalini Yoga
Classic Yoga poses and strong focus on breathing, sound and meditation form a profound mind, body, spirit connection in this Yoga practice. Kundalini yoga is a great metaphysical complement to the more physical styles of Yoga, as poses are held longer, with eyes closed, creating a natural inward focus. These classes are still physically challenging, but in a different, omnidirectional way, and speaks to practitioners looking for mental, emotional, and spiritual strength. It’s been called Yoga Therapy…Try it!
All Levels Alignment Based Vinyasa & All Levels Anusara
This class integrates Universal Principles of Alignment with a life-affirming philosophy of intrinsic goodness and grace. Classes incorporate detailed postural alignment instructions, therapeutics, and heart-oriented themes to inspire you to embody your potential and directly experience your best self. If you like to move at a slower pace but still advance your postures, this class is for you! (**note, Anusara Advanced Practice takes these principles to a deeper level.)
All Levels Dhyana Vinyasa & COMMUNITY Dhyana Vinyasa Classes
There’s something special going on here! Our inspiring flow style links poses and breath in creative sequences (with roots in Ashtanga) often to a moving soundtrack of music. Dhyana Vinyasa classes are taught exclusively by teachers that have graduated from DY’s Teacher Training program, that’s all it means, we are not reinventing Yoga! Variations and modifications will be given based on your experience and needs so this practice is truly tailored for all levels. All are welcome – the first few classes there is a lot to learn, but the more you come the more fun it gets! Inversion preparation is established with options to enjoy light flight if you choose. Expect a blend of the body, mind, and spirit benefits that yoga offers, in addition to an energetic practice. We offer Community Classes at a discounted price in hopes that everyone will practice more often without worrying about the cost! If you like these classes, you will also enjoy Dynamic Flow and Led Primary Series.
All Levels Vinyasa
These classes are taught by teachers who have been certified from programs other than DY’s teacher training OR by DY grads who are using something other than the Ashtanga Primary Series as a sequencing template. They are filled with dynamic asana, creative flows, and integrated pranayama creating a moving meditation that will tune and tone you from the inside out, while giving you the tools for navigating life’s changes with grace, power, and confidence.
Led Primary Series
A challenging class consisting of the Ashtanga Primary Series, which is perfectly balanced. This is the template all Dhyana Yoga classes use as a guideline for sequencing, so Vinyasa students will feel right at home, yet taken to another level. Poses can be modified to suit the needs of each student, but expect opportunities for binding, lifting, floating and a series of delicious backbends. Bring a towel.
Vinyasa Plus
A new offering in 2013, this class may stray from the familiar Dhyana Yoga template in that there is less emphasis on mantra and philosophy and more on advanced transitions, hand balances and inversions, and a modern soundtrack in each practice. Students can expect to take the physical asana practice to the next level in this Vinyasa style class, and should have some Yoga experience and/or know how to adjust their own practice within a group setting. Absolute beginners should try a 101 or All Levels class first, but all with a willingness to try new things are welcome! Prepare to sweat, laugh, and surprise yourself!
ACROBATIC Yoga by Motion Design
Acrobatic Yoga focuses on partner acrobatics that mostly utilize the feet. Our style of Acrobatic Yoga blends yoga, gymnastics, various styles of dance, Acrobalance, Adagio Balance and Icarian Games. This contemporary activity is very accessible and accommodates many body types. Acrobatic yoga highlights the strength, coordination, balance, flexibility, and range of motion that the human body can attain, but being advanced in theses areas is not required to start!
ADVANCED PRACTICE
Very similar to All Levels Dhyana Vinyasa classes, you will enjoy a vigorous flow of creative sequences, plus the addition of second series and third series postures, unique transitions, full inversions, and options for advancement to create a more challenging yet totally accessible practice. Some Yoga experience will be helpful, but a playful spirit is all that is required. If you have been practicing steadily for at least a year, it may be time to broaden your horizons and give this class a shot!
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