XL: Philosophy of Yoga: Move and breathe
With Daniela Gfeller
Asana Pranayama Pratyahara take us deeper into the physical breathing and focus aspects of yoga. Understanding what and why this aspect is so important will open up whole new aspects of awareness.
Asana: While traditional texts list many postures this text also tells us that the most important posture is, in fact, sthirasukhasana (lotus pose) – meaning, ‘a posture the practitioner can hold comfortably and motionlessness’.
Pranayama: can be understood as the physical act of working with different breathing techniques. Each way of breathing will change our state of being.
Pratyahara: means to ‘withdraw’, ‘draw in’ or ‘draw back’, and refers to anything we ‘take in’ by ourselves, such as the various sights, sounds and smells our senses take in continuously.
Yoga & Philosophy series of workshops will give you a fun and accessible view into the foundations of yoga philosophy as outlined by the ancient sage Patanjali.
Each workshop we explore a new aspect of the view from the Eightfold Path of Yoga. We will be referencing the lovely book called: The Tree of Yoga by Mr. BKS Iyengar (which we recommend you get, but its optional). Each session we will also practice asana in the Iyengar tradition (renowned for its emphasis on precision, alignment, and the use of props), but practice in a way that attempts to integrate the concepts of the philosophy topic into our practice. In this way - your practice becomes infused with awareness of a different kind.
The philosophical aspects of yoga through the Eightfold Path, encompasses principles such as ethical conduct (yamas), self-discipline (niyamas), sense withdrawal (pratyahara), mindfulness (dharana), meditation (dhyana) and liberation (samadhi). By weaving together the precision of Iyengar yoga with the ethical and mental disciplines of the Eightfold Path, participants will gain a profound understanding of the interconnectedness between the body and the mind. This course aims to provide a holistic yoga experience, equipping students with tools for both physical well-being and spiritual growth, fostering a balanced and transformative journey along the path of yoga.
Each workshop is a stand-alone workshop - but it will be more impactful if you take the whole series.
Yoga Moves XL Series
Our series of workshops with you in mind. We want to help you explore your yoga, your mind, your heart more in depth than you might be able to in class, at an affordable price with our top teachers. Bring a friend or make new ones in these fun filled learning spaces. Our members (Infinity & Balance) enjoy a 25% discount on our XL Series. Sign up today for one or more.
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Date & Time: Saturday, 16 March 2024 | 13.00 - 16.00
Location: Studio ONE | Sint Janshovenstraat 1 | Utrecht
Price: €29 | 25% off for Infinity & Balance Members
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