EventsWORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL CLASSES
DHARMA MITTRA VINYASA YOGA: MAHA SADHANA Saturday, August 21, 1-4PM YogaNow Gold Coast, 742 N. LaSalle in Chicago 312-280-9642 Saturday, September 25, 1-3:30PM YogaNow Gold Coast, 742 N. LaSalle in Chicago 312-280-9642 Maha Sadhana means “The Great Practice”, and this asana-based intensive will deepen your yoga practice. It will include chanting, pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation as well as direction toward the true goal of yoga. Dharma Mittra Yoga is a classical, flowing hatha style originated by New York City-based yogi Dharma Mittra, creator of the Master Yoga Chart of 908 Poses. Dharma’s energizing Shiva Namaskar sequence focuses on opening the hips, shoulders and upper back and includes variations for every level of student. Poses are repeated so that students may go deeper into them each time. Many options are given, so that all levels will feel challenged/comfortable. The emphasis is on practicing in a playful, relaxed manner. YOGA FOR BACK CARE Saturday, September 18, 10-1 Creative Therapeutics, 3300 Resource Parkway in DeKalb 815-758-5508. Friday, October 22, 7:30-9:30PM YogaNow Gold Coast, 742 N. LaSalle in Chicago 312-280-9642 Do you have lower back or neck pain? In this workshop, Cara will share the yoga poses, stretches and relaxation techniques that have helped alleviate and prevented her own lower back pain and SI joint issues. We will explore back-friendly variations of common yoga poses, and focus on those that can lessen discomfort or stiffness in the neck and upper back. We will also discuss how small changes in lifestyle can help keep your spine healthy. This workshop is suitable for all levels of student who are currently experiencing mild to moderate back issues. Prior yoga experience is helpful, but not required. This workshop It is not intended to be a substitute for therapy or medical treatment, but can serve as a support to current treatment. NEW! MONTHLY GENTLE YOGA CLASS FOR ALL LEVELS Our next Yoga for Relaxation session is Saturday, July 17 from 11:15-12:15 at Ravenswood Fellowship, 4511 N. Hermitage. Everyone is welcome - no experience necessary - and it's only $10. Bring a towel or mat to practice on. PAST WORKSHOPS NEW! YOGA BEYOND ASANA: BREATHING, MEDITATION AND RELAXATION Friday, July 16, 7:30-9:30PM YogaNow Gold Coast, 742 N. Lasalle in Chicago 312-280-9642 The goal of yoga is to settle the mind into silence so that we can discover our true, peaceful nature. In this session we will explore a variety of classical yoga breathing, concentration and meditation techniques designed to quiet the mind. We will conclude with deep relaxation - which Sri Dharma Mittra calls the greatest antidote to impurities. This workshop will include some light asana (postures), and is suitable for all levels of student - particularly those who wish to develop a home sitting practice. YOGA FOR ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION WITH CARA JEPSEN AND ERIN QUELL Sunday, July 11, 10-1 Inner Light Yoga Center in Long Island, NY In this workshop we will learn about the body-mind connection, and how timeless yoga techniques can be used to cultivate a sense of inner peace. We will use basic yoga postures, breathing practices and chanting to manage symptoms of depression and stress — such as lethargy, racing thoughts and negativity. We will also discuss how small changes in diet and lifestyle can help you manage your moods. This workshop is suitable for all levels of student who are currently experiencing mild to moderate stress- related symptoms. It is not intended to be a substitute for therapy or medical treatment, but can serve as a support to current treatment. Beat the Winter Blues with Yoga Saturday, February 27, 10-1 Creative Therapeutics, 3301 Resource Parkway, Suite 5 in DeKalb, IL 815-758-5508 Is winter getting you down? In this workshop we will learn about the body-mind connection, and how timeless yoga techniques can be used to cultivate a sense of inner peace. We will use basic yoga postures, breathing practices and chanting to manage symptoms associated with the season — such as lethargy, racing thoughts and negativity. We will also discuss how small changes in diet and lifestyle can help you manage your moods. This workshop is suitable for all levels of student who are currently experiencing mild to moderate seasonal-related symptoms. It is not intended to be a substitute for therapy or medical treatment, but can serve as a support to current treatment. Adjustments 101 February 25: Standing Poses, Backbends and Inversions March 5: Seated Postures and Balances Chicago Yoga Center This hands-on workshop will focus on (but not be limited to) the poses in the Ashtanga Primary Series, plus backbends and inversions. Participants will learn how to analyze postures and give gentle verbal and physical cues to safely help students gain proper alignment and explore poses more deeply. Intro to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Saturday, November 10 Beverly Yoga Center The original "power yoga," Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is the flowing system of Yoga taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in Mysore, South India. This method of Yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of linked postures. Ashtanga creates a purifying internal heat that detoxifies the muscles and organs, improves circulation and creates a calm mind and alight, strong body. This workshop will explore the postures and sequence of the first half of Primary Series or Yoga Chikitsa (Yoga Therapy), which is designed to realign and detoxify the body. Students will be introduced to Vinyasa (flowing sequence of linking movements), Ujjayi (deep, resonant breathing), Bandhas (energy locks) and Dristi (visual focus. When used together, these techniques focus the mind and can turn the practice into a moving meditation. This workshop is suitable for ongoing students of all abilities. Modifications will be given for those who have difficulty due to tightness in the back, hamstrings, shoulders, knees or other areas. Beyond Navasana: Demystifying the Latter Half of Ashtanga's Primary Series Saturday, April 5 Yoga Trek Center This workshop will unveil the mysteries of the dozen-odd poses in the second half of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga’s Primary Series, from Bhujapidasana (Shoulder Squeeze Pose) through Setu Bandhasana (Bound Bridge, or “Charlie Chaplin Pose”). We’ll also examine the role of the Bandhas or energy locks in these postures. We’ll cover jump-throughs and transitions such as Chakrasana (the backwards somersault), and learn how to correctly enter and exit poses. We’ll also deconstruct the Shoulderstand sequence, explore how to get from Bridge to full Backbend, and work towards entering Headstand with straight legs. Students should be familiar with Ashtanga basics and the first half of Primary Series. Intro to Ashtanga's Intermediate Series April 25 Yoga Trek Center November 15 Chicago Yoga Center This Ashtanga Yoga workshop will explore the postures and sequence of the first half of Intermediate Series, or Nadi Shodhana, which purifies the nervous system by opening and clearing the energy channels (nadis) and allows prana (energy) to flow freely through the body. The invigorating backbends, twists, and arm balances we will explore provide a counterbalance to the forward bends of Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa, or Yoga Therapy) designed to realign and detoxify the body. This workshop is suitable for ongoing students who have a fairly competent Primary Series. Dharma Mittra Yoga: Maha Sadhana March 14 Yoga Trek Center March 21 Beverly Yoga Center November 17 Chicago Yoga Center This amazing session will help to deepen your yoga practice. Dharma Mittra Yoga is a classical, flowing hatha style originated by New York City-based yogi Dharma Mittra, creator of the Master Yoga Chart of 908 Poses and known for his hand-free headstand. A true yogi, Dharma has been teaching since the 1960’s, and has influenced vinyasa flow teachers from coast to coast. His energizing sequences open the hips, shoulders and upper back and include variations for every level of student. Poses are repeated so that students may go deeper into them each time. Many options are given, so that all levels will feel challenged/comfortable. The emphasis is on practicing in a playful, relaxed manner. This workshop will also include chanting, simple pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation. It is suitable for ongoing students. Personal attention and helpful hints are given throughout the session as well as direction toward the true goal of yoga. |
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