Join our founding teachers for a three part workshop series on immersing yourself in yoga—both on and off of the mat.
Lisa Luther will guide you through a deeper understanding of the philosophical components of the practice that are the core of living a yogic lifestyle.
Jen Sloan will break down a variety of asanas + movement practices in a way that is digestible + accessible for practitioners of all levels.
Mornings will consist of lecture + discussion, followed by a 30 minute break, and afternoons will be both discussion + movement. You will leave each session knowing the essential concepts that will guide you through your yoga practice—intellectually + physically—and how to incorporate them into your daily life.
*While we recommend students take the Series in its entirety, each Saturday will be presented in a way that welcomes new students, and offers a brief discussion on previous workshop content.
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Saturday, August 12
Session 1 (11am-2pm)
Living in Practice | The Yamas and The Niyamas- Yoga’s Ethical Framework
In our first session, our time together will focus on the 10 practices that create a firm foundation for us as students to continue on a yogic path. Each practice offers students an opportunity to examine their relationship to themselves and the world around them. The format will encourage open dialogue so we can learn from each other's perspectives and experiences.
Session 2 (2:30pm-5:30pm)
Asana Lab | History + Foundations of Sun Salutations
If you have ever been in a flow-based yoga class, you’ve likely done a variation of Sun Salutations. Some lineages warm up with several of them and others have them sprinkled throughout a class. While this foundational yoga sequence is presented in a variety of ways, we’ll spend the afternoon breaking down the traditional series, including the history behind it, basic anatomy, safe alignment and pranayama (breathwork). Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to explore variations in your practice, this Asana Lab will guide you through a step-by-step exploration for each pose within the Sun Salutation sequence, unraveling its physical, mental and energetic benefits.
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Saturday, September 9
11am-2pm
Living in Practice | The 8 Limbs of Yoga—The Path to Freedom
Offering a clear picture of the path of yoga beyond just its individual parts, students will walk away with a better understanding of the progression of practice as laid out in one of Yoga’s most influential texts—The Yoga Sutras. We’ll go beyond just the poses + breathwork, and take a broader view that incorporates all 8 limbs that serve to guide us to more freedom and clarity in our lives.
2:30pm-5:30pm
Asana Lab | Finding Steadiness, Strength + Stability in Asana (Part 1)
This masterclass is dedicated to finding steadiness, strength + stability in asana. With a deeper understanding of your own individual anatomy, you'll learn how to move through a variety of standing poses with alignment that makes sense for your own unique body. We’ll focus on standing poses in which the legs are internally rotated (Warrior 1, Warrior 3, High Lunges, etc.). You will leave cultivating a solid foundation in asana, while developing a profound connection to your body's inner wisdom.
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Saturday, October 14th
11am-2pm
Living in Practice | Obstacles in practice + Tools to support
Addressing the challenges of practice on our mats and in our lives, we’ll discuss the barriers that keep us from being not only dedicated but also engaged and inspired by the process. What's holding you back and what tools do we have to help us move through times of challenge?
2:30m-5:30pm
Asana Lab | Finding Steadiness, Strength + Stability in Asana (Part 2)
This masterclass is dedicated to finding steadiness, strength + stability in asana. With a deeper understanding of your own individual anatomy, you'll learn how to move through a variety of standing poses with alignment that makes sense for your own unique body. We’ll focus on standing poses in which the legs are externally rotated (Warrior 2, Tree Pose, Triangle, Goddess, etc). You will leave cultivating a solid foundation in asana, while developing a profound connection to your body's inner wisdom.
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Tuition: $525 for full series, $175 for one day, or $99 for a single session
CEU's available for YTTs