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Great Falls Studio
There is a field as explained by Albert Einstein where everything merges- the Unified Field. This field is accessed primarily through self-inquiry. We have created a gathering space where we will share, inspire, read and discuss different philosphies and engage in self-referral and self-inquiry for the sake of opening our consciousness, finding the connectiveness, cultivating self-development. Discussion format with opening and closing meditation. Led by different seers.
Please RSVP to belovedYoga@yahoo.com
- July 26: Yantras & Tantra Yoga: Led by Ladan Judge
We will begin with a brief introduction about Yantras next we will meditate on the Yantra associated with each Chakra and share our experience
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Great Falls Studio
Lying on the floor, rhythmic breathing to music, creates deep emotional and physical release.
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Reston Studio
The Yin practice is a slow healing style of yoga designed to balance the yang enrgies so dominate in our world and in most of our lives. For most of us our time on and off the mat can be highly energetic and outwordly coucuse. The Yin practice cultivates an energetic balance by complementing our yang world with a more quite and meditative but still physical yoga priactice.
Additionally the Yin practice work our connective tissues in the hips, pelvis and lower spine.The practice is designed to protect the health of our joints through the practice of holding floor postures for three to five minutes in a healthy depth. It is a perfect complement to the more muscular, movement-oriented Yang practices of yoga which include Sun Salutes, Vinyasas, and Paul Grilley's Tai-chi/Yoga Flows.
The afternoon will offer yoga teachers a basic introduction and skills needed to add Yin Yoga to their repertoire. Topics to be covered include:
- Yin Yoga History
- Benefits of the Yin Practice
- Balancing Yin and Yang
- Qi
- Anatomy and Yin Yoga
- Basic Yin Poses
- Class Themes and Sequencing
- Meridian Theory
- Mindfullness
Devra Kudeviz and Pat Pao completed The Health Advantage Yoga Center Teacher Training Program with Betsey Downing and Doug Keller and numerous Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings with both Paul Grilley and Sarah Powers. Devra and Pat have taught numerous workshops together over the last ten years and always look forward to working together.
Suggested Reading
Paul Grilley, Yin Yoga (White Cloud Press)
Sarah Powers and Paul Grilley, Insight Yoga (Shambhala)
YinSights: A Journey into the Philosophy & Practice of Yin Yoga By Bernie Clark (Author)
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Reston Studio
Join us as we honor and welcome Nischala Joy Devi at Beloved Yoga for an inspiring and uplifting presentation of timeless teachings of Yoga. Explore Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing through dynamic delivery and deep inner conviction empowering each individual and touching your heart. Workshop description is below.
Saturday September 12 - Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and Mediation
10:30 - 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
$115
This extraordinary one of a kind workshop provides a unique opportunity to gain knowledge of and reinterpret Patanjali's Yoga Sutras from a heart-centered intuitive approach. We will explore how The Secret Power of Yoga reforms a variety of previous translations and interprets them in a new light, using 'English of the heart' rather than the more conventional offerings that rely on 'English of the mind'.
It is time to understand the secrets of this sacred text in ways that resonate with our experience in today's world. You may have originally come to Yoga for its powerful health and strengthening benefits, it is now time to partake in the unfathomable sense of peace, emotional and spiritual enlightenment that is our birthright.
We will intuitively explore:
- An ancient way of learning from Vedic times in three parts Sravana (listening); Manaana (reflecting); and Nididhyasana (experiencing)
- How to rediscover the essential wisdom of the Yoga Sutras from a heart perspective
- The venerable paths of Bhakti Yoga (Devotion), Karma Yoga (Service), Jnana Yoga (Wisdom), Hatha Yoga (Physical) that are woven into the Yoga Sutras
- How to use the great wisdom of the Yoga Sutras to develop meditations and simple practices inviting this sacred text to bring peace and joy into our daily lives
- Lively and insightful group discussion
- How to live from our hearts in harmony with others
Sunday September 13
10:30 - 1:30 p.m. Maya Koshas the Subtle Bodies
2:30 - 5:30 p.m. Yoga Nidra - Deep Relaxation
$60 each session / $115 day
The Maya Koshas - Five subtle bodies- We all function with not just one, but five bodies or maya koshas.Our physcial body is best known, yet it does not fuction alone. The bodies of energy, thought and emotion, higher wisdom and peace all must come into alignment for a deep healing relaxation to happen. In this workshop we will explore and experience these five layers that cover our true self. Through this understanding we are able to remove obstacles that keep us from experiencing a natural balance. Then we can bask in the peace of our own true nature.
Deep Relaxation through the Maya Koshas- Explore and experience the five levels of relaxation, removing the obstacles that keep us from experiencing a natural balance of calmness. Deeper than ordinary relaxation we tap into that part of us that knows no tension and we bring joy into our everyday lives.
The Chakras and Esoteric Anatomy- Begin to unveil the Sacred Mysteries within and understand how our esoteric nervous system can lead us to the mundane or the divine. As we are able to progress beyond the physical to our subtle bodies we encounter whirling vortices of energy, called chakras. These chakras contain valuable information about the ordinary as well as the extraordinary aspects of our every action and thought. By our yogic practices we can learn to unleash and infuse vitality and knowledge to transform every aspect of our lives.
Over fifty per cent of all Americans have some form of Heart Disease. It is a disease that has it's origin in the closed heart. Many of us have experienced a heart opening experience through our yogic practices. This workshop will expand your knowledge of how yoga affects the HEART both physically, emotionally and spiritually.
We will explore how:
- modern medicine sees heart disease
- according to yoga philosophy why disease happens
- to create spiritual abundance
- to engage the subtle bodies in healing
- to honor the heart chakra as the source of healing
Healing methods that will be offered:
- compassionate listening
- nurturing ourselves on all levels
- releasing physical tension with simple asanas
- consciously directing energy through pranayama
- subtle relaxation
- positively directing the mind in imagery
NISCHALA JOY DEVI is a masterful and compassionate teacher, internationally renowned since 1974. Educated by gurus in India and worldwide, she lived as a monk with Swami Satchidanandaji for 18 years. Her landmark research in pioneering Yoga for life threatening diseases, Dean OrnishÃs Program for Reversing Heart Disease and Commonweal Cancer Help Program, culminated in the creation of her Yoga of the Heart certification course for teachers and health professionals. Author of several CDs, The Healing Path of Yoga and The Secret Power of Yoga, A Woman's Guide to the Heart and Spirit of the Yoga Sutras. Nischala's teachings reflect a heart-centered perspective of spirituality and scripture.
Reston Studio
Partner Stretching & Shiatsu: Opening the Energetic Pathways
"How can we become still? ........ By moving with the stream.With a partner we will work one on one to stretch and open blocked areas of our bodies. The partner stretching will use a modern technique called PNF/resistance stretching, while the Shiatsu Massage invoves gentle finger and hand pressure, skillful touch, and comfortable joint manipulations. This is an unbeatable combination, which will energize and relax us. Feel free to attend alone, or with a friend.
And how can we become strong? ........ By entering the flow."
from the Tao te Ching, an ancient Chinese text
Kali Ray Tri Yoga: The Art of YogaFlow® Mini-Training
Kali Ray TriYoga, founded by master yogini Kali Ray, is truly a journey "into the flow". It is an elegant, creative and powerful vinyasa yoga that brings together flowing and sustained asanas with a rhythmic breath and a meditative mind. This mini-training will introduce the basic principles of TriYoga Flows, as well as explore TriYoga pranayama practices and and meditation. For this training we will work with Kali Ray's Earth, Water, and Fire 108 Series, which distill beginning and intermediate vinyasa flows into 108 movements. TriYoga pranayama practices include kapalabhati, surya-chandra, agnisara dhauti, kumbaka, bandhas (mula, uddiyana, and jalandhara), nada pasyanti (sound light visualization). Both the TriYoga flows and pranayama practices are sequenced to increase and balance the flow of pranic energy throughout our body-mind. This flow of energy is the flow of life itself, connecting us to to stillness, to strength, and to our true nature which is pure presence in the here and now.
Daniel Orlansky, ERYT-500, a yoga teacher for 16 years, is certified in Meridian Yoga, Kali Ray TriYoga and Kundalini Yoga. He holds a masters degree in Expressive Art Therapy/Dance Therapy from Lesley University and has been a visiting lecturer in movement studies at Tufts University.. A graduate of the Boston Shiatsu School, Daniel teaches regularly at the Kripalu Center, the Omega Institute, and in Europe, and also directs yoga teacher trainings worldwide. Visit Daniel On the web at www.yogaofenergyflow.com
