In the asana theory classes we’ll utilize the 2nd and 3rd series to explore 3 major asana categories that are found in both of those series—1) back bends 2) arm balance, 3) hip openers. With both 2nd and 3rd series, we’ll be working with different options ranging from easier to more difficult versions-exercises-modifications-drills. to insure that every student finds suitable, satisfying, and soulful ways of working and playing with the different poses. You will not only gain a greater understanding of the specific poses to be studied, but also a greater overall understanding of asana that can be applied to any posture from any series.
The philosophy talks will focus on the meaning and application of Nadi Shodana (2nd Series)—cleansing of the energy (pranic) channels and Sthira Bhaga (3rd series)—gaining one’s portion or share of sthira-stability, grounding, trustworthiness, certainty, settlement, steadiness. Also we’ll explore the meaning or important landmarks of progressing from a primary level understanding of yoga to a more intermediate or advanced understanding.
List of possible poses to be studied includes:
BACKBENDS
2nd series: Shalabhasana, Dhanurasana, Ustrasana, Laghu Varjrasana, and Kapotasana
3rd series: Viparita Dandasana, Natarajasana, Eka Pada Raja Kapotasana)balances
ARM BALANCES
2nd series: Bakasana, Tittibhasana, Pincha Mayurasana, Karandvasana, Mayurasana, Nakrasana, 7 Sirsasana variations
3rd series: Galavasana, Astavakrasana
HIP OPENERS
2nd series: Eka Pada Sirsasana, Dwi Pad Sirsasana, Yoga Nidrasana, Vatayanasana, Gomukhasana
3rd series: Kashyapasana, Durvasana, Pari Purna Matseyandrasana
Wednesday, June 19
8:00-9:30am — Mysore (doors open at 7:30am)
9:30-10:15am — Breath, Bandhas, and Pranayama
11:30-1:30pm — Asana Theory
Thursday, June 20
8:00-9:30am — Mysore (doors open at 7:30am)
9:30-10:15am — Breath, Bandhas, and Pranayama
11:30-1:30pm — Asana Theory
Friday, June 21
8:00-9:30am — Mysore (doors open at 7:30am)
9:30-10:15am — Breath, Bandhas, Pranayama
11:30-1:30pm — Asana Theory
Saturday, June 22
8:00-9:30am — Mysore (doors open at 7:30am)
9:30-10:15am — Breath, Bandhas, Pranayama
12:00-1:15pm — Asana Theory
1:15-2:30pm — Yoga Philosophy
Sunday, June 23
8:00-9:30am — Mysore (doors open at 7:30am)
10:00-11:15am — Yoga Philosophy
Penarth Centre, Penarth Street, London, ENG SE15 1TR
Studio 1 Rehearsal Space
Tutition: $475 USD
* Please note there are no refunds or cancellations. If you need to cancel, you can apply your tuition to future workshops, online classes, or the Asana Kitchen monthly subscription.
