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yoga workshops
workshops are short, one or two-day events focusing on a wide variety of yoga and yoga-related topics. amrita offers a number of workshops to fit your interests. Register for any of these workshops in person at the amrita studio or by calling the amrita office at 503-552-YOGA (9642).
Click on a workshop title below to learn more about it:
| yoga therapy clinics | ||
| with liz and an assistant | ||
| Deepen your understanding of how the yoga principles of alignment and movement organize in the body to aid in the healing of injuries and chronic imbalances. Home guidance suggestions will be provided. Open to all students. | ||
Pre-registration required - online,
by phone or at the studio
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| sundays | 3:30 - 5:30pm | $45 each |
| apr 11 | wrists & hands | |
| may 16 | neck & upper back | |
| june 13 | headaches & jaw tension | |
| sept 19 | feet & knees | |
| oct 17 | hips/pelvis | |
| nov 14 | low back | |
| dec 5 | core strength & posture | |
| restorative yoga | ||
| Restorative yoga is a profound reminder, a time for stillness, a refuge for your body, mind, and heart. Rest deeply into your center and tune into your inner intelligence, where you can find nourishment and balance. | ||
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| sundays | 1 - 3pm (except as noted) | $25 each |
| mar 21 | spring equinox | lani |
| may 9 | mother's day | patricia |
| june 20 | summer solstice | TBA |
| nov 28 | thanksgiving weekend | patricia |
| dec 19 | winter solstice | TBA |
| anatomy & asana | ||
| with sarahjoy or emily soiney | ||
| A three-part, in-depth exploration of anatomy and kinesiology specific to asana. This is especially recommended for yoga teachers and students who have an interest in the architecture and magic of the poses. | ||
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| sundays, 12 - 3pm | $60 each, or package of 3 for $140 | |
| jan 17, 2010 | upper back & shoulders | |
| mar 14 | arms, wrists & hands | |
| june 13 | neck & head; review | |
| sept 19 | feet, ankles & shins | |
| oct 17 | hips, thighs & knees | |
| nov 14 | pelvis & core abdominals | |
| explorations in practice | |||
| with liz | |||
| We rely on our daily practice for sustaining us in the demands of day to day life. These sessions will guide us in deepening our practice based on specific asana techniques as well as pranayama and meditation. In each workshop we will methodically move through simple pranayama and basic postures to warm the body. Then, we will delve deeper as we explore the strength and grace of a particular asana. Our time together will conclude with seated meditation. All levels welcome. | |||
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| saturdays | 12:30 - 3pm | $35 each | |
| mar 20 | a warrior's strength | ||
| discover how you can strengthen your warrior self from the ground up. we will explore the use of breath and meditation, build stamina and concentration, and take root in the power of the warrior. | |||
| may 29 | a warrior's commitment | ||
| cultivate the qualities of the warrior; access your strength and flexibility while developing your ability to creatively attune to your body’s needs. we will blend our knowledge of what it means to be a warrior with breath, meditation, and asana practice. | |||
| living in rhythm: an introduction to ayurveda | ||
| with gianna piccardo | ||
Following a review of the basic understanding of Ayurveda and the three doshas, this class will look in depth at the rhythm and balance of Ayurveda in terms of eating, sleeping and exercising in alignment with nature. Students will learn about daily routine and Ayurvedic principles to remain in balance across the natural changes occurring throughout the day, the seasons and across the span of our lives. The essence of Ayurvedic wisdom as a practice of mindfulness in our actions, thoughts and a knowing of who we are in the world, will be emphasized. The class will conclude with an Ayurvedic tea reception and time for Q&A. |
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| sat, april 3 |
12:30 - 4pm | $45 |
seasonal ayurvedic workshops |
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Join us for these sessions to more deeply explore the rhythms
of nature and ayurveda. We’ll focus on specific poses to
create harmony within the seasonal doshas. As the word Dosha
means “that which tends to go out of balance,” staying
in balance can be a tricky, but intriguing endeavor. It means
understanding the rhythms of nature in the cycle of the year,
the season, and the day. It also requires us to get to know
our own dosha and our imbalance tendencies; and then to address
that
information with sensitivity, intelligence, and courage. |
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| saturdays | 1 - 4pm | $45 each | |
| march 27 | kapha season | ||
| Join us to understand the power of
poses for cleansing, for digestion, for managing stagnacy or
lethargy, and for harnessing the power of your stamina. In this
session, we will use some heating practices and will also explore
refining our approach to inversions, especially headstand and
shoulderstand. Previous experience with both poses required*. *to gain experience with these poses in advance, please talk with your teacher, set up a private lesson, or attend Sarahjoy’s Level 2, 2+, and 3 classes. |
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| june 26 | pitta season | ||
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| oct 9 | vata season | ||
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| integrative meditation: gateways to the infinite | ||
| with lee lyon | ||
Join renowned meditation teacher Lee Lyon for two days as we learn to integrate the different levels of the self - body, vitality, ordinary mind, intuitive mind, and bliss. A more awakened and fuller sense of self can be experienced when we understand the different levels of our consciousness and have skills to work with each. These meditations are inspired by the ancient meditation classic, the Vijnana Bhairava. In this workshop, Lee blends eastern teachings and practices with western psychological insights in a presentation that is certain to inspire students of consciousness. Lee Lyon has taught over 10,000 people to meditate. He is the founder of Integrative Meditation, an approach to teaching meditation uniquely adapted to Westerners. Well known for his clarity, pragmatism and sense of humor, Lee lives in Santa Fe and works with groups and individuals around the country. Click here to go to his website... |
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| sat, may 1 & sun,
may 2, 2010 |
1 - 6pm | $180 |
| philosophy & pranayama | ||
| with chris coniaris | ||
Chris returns to inspire us with deeper exploration of pranayama and philosophy from the many historical and evolving traditions of yoga. The wisdom of yoga is often hidden in ritual practice. The teachings of these practices transcend time, culture and diverse yoga traditions, with the Upanishads being the first texts to expound their underlying meaning and wisdom. The Upanishads help us experience the unconditional love and joy accesible to humans. Pranayama is the bridge from physical to metaphysical. Subtle awareness during specific breathing practices clears the mind and prepares us for meditation. The connection between breath and mind will be explored in depth. A variety of techniques will be practiced and analyzed emphasizing their beneficial use in your practice. All students welcome. |
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| june 4 - 6 (fri - sun) | $150 | |
| friday, june 4 | 7 - 9pm | |
| saturday, june 5 | 1 - 4pm; 5 - 7pm | |
| sunday, june 6 | 12 - 3pm | |
| advanced yoga therapeutics | ||
| with sarahjoy and select guest instructors | ||
| Designed for professionals, teachers, health care practitioners, or students wanting to address musculoskeletal imbalances, these focused workshop are in-depth looks at poses, breathing, and strength conditioning exercises for particular areas of the body. CEU credits available. | ||
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More of these workshops will be scheduled soon - stay tuned! |
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