Workshops & events

May 2012

:: a weekend of ashtanga yoga :: w/ Tim Miller 5/18-5/20 + kirtan w/ David Garrigues 5/19

Event Dates
Friday, May 18th - Sunday, May 20th (West Philly)

Details
Friday 3-5:30pm Mysore Practice with Tim Miller ($50)

Friday 6:30-9pm Light Asana + Yoga Sutra/Philosophy Discussion with Tim Miller ($50) ***ONLY 12 SPACES LEFT!

Saturday 9-11:30am Sadana Pada Intro + Led Primary Series Practice with Tim Miller ($50) ***ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT!

Saturday 1:30-4pm Asana Doctor :: Bring your questions & Tim Miller offers answers! ($50)

**Saturday 6-8pm Kirtan with David Garrigues ($15 or FREE with entire weekend participation!)

Sunday 9-11:30am Intro to Second Series with Tim Miller ($50)

Sunday 1-3:30 Pranayama Class with Tim Miller ($50) ***WAITLIST ONLY!

Investment
$50/yoga module, $275/whole weekend (all modules + kirtan included), $15/kirtan only (**kirtan free with whole weekend participation or $15 on it's own)

:: a weekend of Ayurvedic Medicine & Anusara Yoga :: w/ Cate Stillman 5/18-5/20

Event Date
Event postponed.

Details
rescheduled :: check back for new dates

:: Yoga Party :: w/ Alex Holmes & DJ Hyfi 5/18

Event Date
Friday, 5/18 6:30-8:30pm (Old City)

Details
A creative sequence set to live beats promises a heightened yogic experience! DJ HyFi will take us on a journey across a sonic landscape of groovin' and lush atmospherics as Alex Holmes guides us through fresh and fun flow as only she can spin it!

Investment
$25

June 2012

:: The Top Chakras :: Mastering shoulderstand & headstand w/ Hari kirtana das 6/2

Event Date
Saturday, 6/2 1-3:30pm (Rittenhouse)

Details
When we follow a sequence of poses that take us from our root chakra all the way up to our crown chakra we complete a practice
that energizes our physical body, balances our subtle energy body, and elevates our consciousness. The inversions associated with the upper chakras – shoulderstand and headstand – can be challenging and even scary. In this workshop we’ll focus on the top three chakras – visuddha (throat), ajna (third eye), and sahasrara (crown of the head) and the poses that are associated with them: salamba sarvangasana (supported shoulder stand), balasana (child’s pose), and salamba sirsasana (supported headstand). We’ll start with a little theory about the chakras and poses, warm up with a mini-vinyasa sequence to fire up our first four chakras, do some specific preparatory poses, and then we’ll work on how to do the ‘top chakra’ inversions safely by establishing a
solid foundation for proper alignment that will minimize any possibility of immediate or cumulative injury. We’ll then go on to
explore how to build the poses progressively, taking each pose only as far as each participant can go while laying out a path for future progress. We’ll finish each pose with explorations of fun variations, counter poses, and the benefits of each pose on physical, psychological, and spiritual levels. If you’ve never done a headstand and wish you could or if the idea of doing one frightens you, this workshop is for you. Recommended for all levels of practice.

Bio: Hari-kirtana das has had a life-long interest in yoga and yogic mysticism, and expanded his yoga practice at the Jivamukti
Yoga School in New York City in 2007, becoming a certified Jivamukti Yoga teacher in 2009. He currently holds an 800-hour teaching certification, speaks regularly at educational institutions on the relevance of traditional spiritual philosophy to life in the modern world, is a sought after guest teacher for yoga teacher training courses, and travels to teache classes and workshops.

Investment
$32 by 5/26, $37 after

:: BREAKING IT DOWN AND LIFTING YOU UP! :: w/ Yoga Works Teacher Trainer, Joan Hyman 6/2

Event Date
Saturday, 6/2 2-4:30pm (West Philly)

Details
Joan Hyman is a distinguished Senior Yogaworks Teacher, who weaves her personal yogic journey into popular teacher trainings, workshops, and retreats around the world. Her teachings come from an organic intuitive place, as she draws upon joyful study of ayurveda (the science of life), chakras, and meditation. With over 20 years experience, Joan is E-RYT 500 Hour Yoga Alliance Certified, and a dedicated 10 year ashtanga practitioner who is proficient in second series and recently has begun advanced A (3rd series), which is a high level of achievement among Western yogis. Her classes are challenging and upbeat! 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. Originally from Philadelphia, Joan earned a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from Temple University, and subsequently discovered yoga in New York City while pursuing a career as a professional dancer before moving to Los Angeles to pursue Yoga and further studies. Joan will be leading her second Teacher Training program this summer at Dhyana Yoga through partner studio Yogaworks as well!

Investment
$28 by 5/26, $33 after

:: learn to meditate and live stress free! :: w/ Dhyana 6/6

Event Date
Wednesday, 6/6 6:30-8pm (West Philly)

Details
Join Dhyana for a comprehensive introduction to Primordial Sound Meditation that will kick start, or restart, your meditation practice and change your life! Meditation is challenging to most, but the PSM technique makes it accessible to all and is layered with insight into the workings of the mind. Meditation will help you sleep better, feel better, respond instead of react to life's challenges, be more focused, more productive, connect with your spirit, and helps you live Stress Free! No experience needed, just dress comfortably, and feel free to bring a notebook or recorder. Students who have previously attended Teacher Training or any Meditation Class with Dhyana are highly encouraged to attend again.

Investment
$15, cash only

Must Register via Email! (cash only)

:: advancing asanas, Anatomy, & dynamic flow sequencing :: a 10 hour program for teachers & serious students w/ Alex Holmes 6/11, 6/12, & 6/13

Event Date
Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday, 6/11, 6/12, & 6/13 2-5pm each day (Old City)

Details
In this Immersion we will explore the families of asanas and their effect on our anatomy in order to advance intelligently toward more challenging poses. Based on this information, we will also collaborate and write creative sequences together. When you finish this program you will have a much better understanding of how to deepen the physical experience of Yoga in a safe, aligned, and sensible way, and you'll also have 4 new sequences to practice on your own or to share as a teacher! This is the only time this course will be offered in this format in 2012, so don't delay, register now!

Investment
$99 by 6/4, $108 after (10% discount to DY 200 Hour or 250 Hour Teacher Training graduates)

:: ADVANCED PRACTICE :: w/ NOELLE CONNOLLY 6/16, 7/14, 8/11

Event Date
Saturdays, 5/5, 6/16, 7/14, 8/11 2-4pm (Old City)

Details

This class will be a 2 hour vigorous vinyasa practice with focus on inversions, arm balances and backbends. Each month we will build on where our practice is and take it further. The meaning of an "advanced practice" really means just taking your practice beyond where you were yesterday and cultivating the willingness that allows for that to happen safely and joyfully. Together we will explore different asana variations and transitions, and most importantly have fun!!

Investment
$15 to drop in, or use your class card or membership!

:: yOGA FOR RUNNERS :: w/ LEILA ZINNI 6/23

Event Date
Saturday, 6/23 2-4pm (Old City)

Details
Join Leila for this All Levels practice designed specifically for a runner's body. Stretch and soothe your tired muscles with a strong focus on the breath, and dynamic movement to slowly open and restore suppleness to your body. Through breathwork and asana (postures) we will tune into our bodies and work to unravel years of pavement pounding with awareness and intuition, in an effort to keep you strong and safe for hundreds of future miles. Everyone will receive a short sequence to take home for both pre and post runs. This workshop is open to Yogis and runners of all levels!

Investment
$25

:: thai & fly :: thai massage and flying therapeutics w/ justicia & shawn 6/23

Event Date
Saturday, 6/23 12:30-3:30pm (Main Line)

Details
We will use gravity to our advantage, applying the healing touch of Thai Massage to flying asanas to unravel fear and tension, and reveal our natural alignment with ourselves and with one another. This beginner/intermediate level workshop includes partner stretching, traditional Thai Massage, and innovative therapeutic flying to bestow the many benefits of passive inversion.All levels welcome, no partner needed!

Investment
$35 before 6/16, $45 after

July 2012

:: DEVELOPING A SOUND SADHANA (DAILY PRACTICE) AND YOGIC LIFESTYLE :: w/ Jordanna Rock-Garden 7/9 - 7/13

Event Date
Monday - Friday, 7/9 - 7/13, 9-11:30am each day (Old City)

Details

In the Yoga Sutras, Patanjali outlines yoga as a path of eight limbs. In daily classes, we focus primarily on asana practice and have little time to focus on the other aspects. Here, we will dive into the other limbs in a practical, approachable way that we can integrate into our daily practice and enhance our ability to connect with the sacredness of every day life. The daily practice will include meditation, japa (mantra repetition), chanting, study of the sacred yogic text the Bhagavad Gita, and an investigation into different topics that relate to everyday life, while creating satsang (conscious community) with other seekers.

Investment
$125 by 7/2, $145 after

:: Thai Massage Level I certification:: w/ Shawn declue 7/27-7/29 & 8/3-8/5

Event Date
Fridays 6-8:30pm, Saturdays 12:30-8:30pm, Sundays 1:30-8pm (Main Line)

Details
Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient and sacred healing treatment from Thailand that integrates Yoga, Ayurveda, and Buddhist spiritual practice. In this 30 hr training you will learn a 90 min Thai massage sequence, explore body mechanics and how to develop the right touch. You will have a strong foundation for a Thai massage practice. Registration includes a handout with photo imagery of the full sequence.

Shawn DeClue

Investment
$325 before 7/21, $375 after.

:: align to shine :: an anusara yoga intensive w/justicia declue & andrea barberio 7/30 - 8/3

Event Date
Monday-Friday, 7/30-8/2, 8:45-11:45, 1:45-4:45 each day (Old City)

Details
Join Justicia DeClue and Andrea Barberio to explore aligning your yoga practice within the greater elemental pillars. We will break down the alignment principles of Anusara Yoga, and map them onto the five elements of the Nature - space, air, fire, water, earth. Expect to deepen your practice through extended asana practices, exploring the specifics of all pose categories, diving into philosophy, and fine-tuning pranayama, meditation, and the therapeutic application of asana. Align with the rhythms of Nature, so life shines radiantly through you!

Investment
$395 ($90 drop-in day rate)

August 2012

:: Dynamic Transitions :: w/ DAVID GARRIGUES 8/4

Event Date
Saturday, 8/4 1-4pm (Rittenhouse)

Details

Forthcoming...please check back!

Investment
$33 by 7/28, $38 after

:: INVERSION IMMERSION :: w/ JAKE PANASEVICH 8/4

Event Date
Saturday, 8/4 2-4pm (Old City)

Details
Join Jake for this special workshop to change your perspective in your yoga practice. Inversions are a wonderful way to take a playful, light-hearted attitude in your practice, be completely present on your mat and just have fun!

Whether you're a seasoned veteran at inversions and looking to refine your skills, or new to inversions and looking to conquer your fear of going upside down, this workshop will elevate your practice! Handstand, forearmstand, headstand and shoulderstand will be offered in many variations with logical progressions to help evolve your poses with clarity and poise. Turn your world upside down. Approach every situation from a new, open-minded perspective by working intelligently and lovingly in your inversions.

Investment
$25 by 7/28, $30 after

:: 20 hour Pre natal Yoga training :: w/ Leila zinni 8/13-8/17

Next Program Dates
Monday - Friday 8/13-8/17, 2-5:30pm each day + assisting in 1 class (Old City)

Course Details

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 techniques to support you through labor and how to ease some of the physical pains of pregnancy through your Yoga practice. You will work on designing your own sequence, learn how to create a soothing and safe environment, and get tips on music and mantras specific to motherhood and all of its blessings. This course will ensure your confidence as moms-to-be and teachers assisting 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!

Investment
$140 by 8/8, $160 after (10% discount to DY 200 hour TT grads)

September 2012

:: Thai Massage on the Table (16 NCBTMB) 9/22 - 9/23

Event Date
Saturday, 9/22 1-9pm & Sunday, 9/23 1:30-9:30pm (Main Line)

Details
Learn great new techniques while you earn your CEUs to renew your massage license! This 16-hour massage continuing education workshop focuses on passive stretches for the client on the massage table, including stretches for every part of the client's body that you can do whether the client is awake or asleep, draped, or fully clothed.

You will see in detail Thai Massage routines to treat Chronic Pain--Lower Back, Sciatic, Piriformis Syndrome, Mid-Back, Shoulder and Neck. At the end of the course, you will be able to perform a 60-90 minute Thai Massage on the Table or to incorporate individual Thai techniques with other modalities to create your own unique session. Thai on the Table is a great addition to your skill set as a therapist, and these protocols are designed to address some of the most common chronic pain conditions.

Registration fee includes class materials.

Wear loose comfortable clothing for easy movement and stretching. This is a hands-on class and participants will give and receive a complete Thai table session during the course. Participants will need to bring massage tables. We have one massage table at the studio. Offered by Sacred Bodywork Programs.

Investment
$350 by 9/15, $400 after

January 2013

:: a weekend w/ christina sell 1/25 - 1/27

Event Date
Friday, January 25 - Sunday, January 27 (Main Line)

Details
Coming soon!

In The Near Future... Please check back for confirmed dates on the following ::

:: "perfect weight" :: stay happy + healthy w/ dhyana

Event Dates
TBA

Details
Do you want to stop struggling with your weight, body image, or eating habits? This program with Dhyana, featuring the Zrii & NutriiVeda she uses, combines time-tested and consciousness-based techniques to help you feel better, ease your stress and anxiety, and physically break through the limiting beliefs that make you get out of control, especially after the holidays! Learn to reach your goals without the physical pain, emotional stress, and eventual disappointment that are built into most weight management methods through the power of meditation, yoga, nutrition, Ayurveda, emotional release techniques in this class and fill yourself with confidence and self love!

Investment
$20 *includes Zrii samples

:: 10 hour assist & adjustments training :: W/ John Vitarelli

Event Dates
TBA (West Philly)

Details
Learn the subtleties of adjustments in an immersion designed to give you the things all teachers need to be truly effective, hands on experience, feedback, and guidance. John will work personally with each participant to refine your skills, and offer many advanced assists not frequently taught. In addition, everyone will be invited into one of John's regular classes to work in tandem with him during an actual class full of students to hone what you learn.

Investment
$108 early bird, $120 regular

:: mini kirtan :: w/ Dhyana & FRIENDS TBA

Event Date
TBA

Details
Come chant longer versions of the many beautiful and meaningful mantras we begin class with, and perhaps learn a few new ones as well! Please feel free to bring some of your own instruments to join in with the harmonium. Mantra sheets will be provided. Come on, chant, and Be Happy! Stay for Chai and Cookies afterward, and feel free to bring treats to share!

Investment
$5 (cash only)

Must Register via Email (cash only)

:: Pranayama :: Breathing techniques for yoga & for having more energy! w/ John Vitarelli

Event Date
TBA (West Philly)

Details
The application of pranayama in practice as well as individualized pranayama practice itself brings significant health benefits, body and mind. However, the subtleties of pranayama are rarely covered in Yoga classes, and some teachers even purposely hold off on sharing these breathing techniques with students until they have proven to be ready. If you are ready to incorporate proper breathing into your practice and your life, then this is the class for you! John will demystify the secrets of pranayama for you, answer all questions, and provide resources for your continued study. Light asana included, so bring your mat, and a notebook if you like. Breathe!

Investment
$10, cash only

Must Register via Email! (cash only)

:: Foundation of Pilates :: w/ Leila Zinni

Event Date
TBA (Old City)

Details
Join Leila for this special class focusing on the principles of Pilates and connecting to the CORE of your practice!

Investment
$15 advance, $20 day of