Ends: December 5, 2023
Join Mirabelle D’Cunha for this workshop on the power of the Prāṇāmaya Kośā. This event will start with brief but insightful overview of the Kośās, the layers of existence that encapsulate the self, and the pivotal role they play in our spiritual and physical well-being. Our primary focus will be on the Prāṇāmaya Kośā, the […]
Ends: October 12, 2023
About This Event The conclusion of this 6-part series brings everything together with the Aananda kosha, also known as the “bliss” sheath. This is the subtlest of all the koshas; through meditation, one can get glimpses of our blissful nature. Whether you are a veteran yoga teacher/practitioner or just starting your journey, there’s always something […]
Ends: September 14, 2023
About This Event In part 5 of this series, we continue to explore the mind with the Vidnyanmaya kosha. This “knowledge” sheath represents our parasympathetic nervous system and our intuition. Whether you are a veteran yoga teacher/practitioner or just starting your journey, there’s always something to learn. Join us to refresh your knowledge or gain […]
Ends: August 8, 2023
About This Event In part 4 of this koshas exploration, we bring our focus to the mind with the Manomaya kosha. This can be thought of as the “psychological” sheath and is linked to our sympathetic nervous system. Yogic practices such as Yama-Niyama, Pranayama, Pratyahara, and Dharana can all help us influence this kosha. Whether […]
Ends: July 12, 2023
About This Event Next up in this 6-part series is a deeper dive into the subtle body. In part 3, we will explore the “subtle body” and breath, the Pranayama kosha. This sheath circulates energy in the body via our breath and senses, and is subject to be depleted by physical or mental stress. Whether […]
Ends: June 22, 2023
About This Event Our subconscious patterns, habits and behaviors influence our life as we know it. In the Yogic tradition, this is referred to as Samskara. Let’s talk about what the brain is responsible for on a biological level and how our neural plasticity affects our individual thoughts and actions leading to our habits; what […]
Ends: June 14, 2023
About This Event In part 2, we continue our exploration of the koshas and their relevance to the practice of yoga. We will explore the outermost sheath, the Anamaya kosha, which is the physical manifestation of our existence. Whether you are a veteran yoga teacher/practitioner or just starting your journey, there’s always something to learn. […]
Ends: April 20, 2023
About This Event We know that yoga is more than asana — and while learning techniques to safely sequence asana and pranayama are an important foundation in yoga teaching, philosophy is also a key component to delivering a well-rounded yoga class. Join sisters Cristal and Pooja Sharma to explore how to introduce the concept of […]
Ends: April 12, 2023
About This Event What are the koshas, and what is their relevance to a yoga practice? Join us for this 6-part series in which Manju and Prashant Joshi will discuss how an awareness of the koshas can deepen your practice and help you gain knowledge of yourself inside and out. We’ll begin with an overview […]
Ends: March 29, 2023
About This Event The Bhagavad Gita is not only for armchair philosophers, but rather a manual for the practical application of spiritual wisdom accessible for all. In this session, we’ll talk about the Gita’s philosophical conclusion and its ultimate message. Explore how to develop a deep and meaningful relationship with the text and ways to […]
Ends: March 28, 2023
About The Event Pranayama is a foundation of yoga, aimed at building connections between the breath, mind, body, and soul. When we focus on the breath, we are observing how our Prana—or energy—flows through us, perhaps with the aim of invigorating, relaxing, or healing the self. Join us for a discussion and self-exploration of the […]
Ends: March 22, 2023
About This Event Part 2 of our series will look at how the Gita presents us with a new set of underlying assumptions about the nature of reality. We will explore topics like Metaphysics, the concept that “reality” may expand past what can be seen or measured, and Theology, and how their presence emerges in […]
Ends: March 15, 2023
About This Event Yoga teachers and enthusiasts alike are naturally drawn to the teachings of The Bhagavad Gita; and yet at times it may be difficult for readers to see how its lessons can be applied to today’s modern landscape. In this series, Hari-kirtana das will offer a deeper understanding of what the Bhagavad Gita […]
Ends: December 15, 2022
Deepen your understanding of the language of yoga—Samskrutam, or Sanskrit. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced teacher, this workshop series is for you. We will discuss the relevance of Samskrutam for both yoga teachers and practitioners, as well as how to grow in your own practice and teaching. In the final part […]
Ends: December 6, 2022
Lean into the wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita to implement emotional, physical and cognitive self-regulation tools to improve your daily life, both as a teacher and student. Part 1 explored creating a healthy foundation of non-attachment; in Part 2, we had an engaging conversation about the Law of Action. During the final session of this […]
Ends: November 17, 2022
Deepen your understanding of the language of yoga—Samskrutam, or Sanskrit. In the first part of this series, presenters Prashant and Manju Joshi reviewed the basics of Sanskrit. In part two, they bring our focus to the consonants. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced teacher, this workshop series is for you. We will […]
Ends: October 24, 2022
What does it mean to say that yoga has Vedic roots? The Vedas are India’s oldest sacred texts, but their earliest mantras don’t mention yoga as we’ve come to know it. The first description of yoga as a meditative discipline is found in the Upaniṣads; these philosophical texts are also part of the Vedic tradition, […]
Ends: October 18, 2022
Lean into the wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita to implement emotional, physical, and cognitive self-regulation tools to improve your daily life both as a teacher and student. In Part 1 of this series, we focused on how to create a healthy foundation of detachment to support a thriving physical, personal, and professional life of non-attachment. […]
Ends: August 23, 2022
Lean into the wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita to implement emotional, physical, and cognitive self-regulation tools to improve your daily life both as a teacher and student. This three-part series on self-regulation will begin by exploring how to create a healthy foundation of detachment which in turn can support you in building a thriving physical, […]
Ends: July 13, 2022
Many yoga poses are named after ancient Indian gods, but what do their stories teach us about yoga, life, and ourselves? Dr. Raj Balkaran shares an exclusive preview of his new book “The Stories Behind the Poses: The Indian mythology that inspired 50 yoga postures” to teach you how to harness these stories to deepen […]
Ends: June 16, 2022
Learn, enjoy, and build respect for the language of yoga—Samskrutam, or Sanskrit. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced teacher, this workshop is for you. You will learn: The script of Samskrutam Structure and correct pronunciation Samskrutam’s relevance for yoga teachers and practitioners
Ends: May 12, 2022
One of the most challenging aspects of teaching yoga can be integrating philosophy into an asana class or workshop. The ability to introduce a theme at the start of a class and connect it to what’s happening on the mat—while simultaneously cueing poses and observing students—is a skill that often takes time and dedication to […]
Ends: December 15, 2021
For a Lead Trainer, the philosophical and spiritual teachings of the yoga traditions can be challenging topics to explore with students. Christopher Wallis, Ph.D. details the most common pedagogical successes and pitfalls of teaching yoga philosophy to help you to be more effective when sharing these topics with your students.
Ends: December 14, 2021
Join Monique Schubert (E-RYT 200, RYT 500, YACEP) for an asana-based practice in the Kripalu lineage: a practice emphasizing meditation, breathwork, and spiritual transformation. Supporting Documents Transcript (PDF)
Ends: December 7, 2021
One of the joys of a personal yoga practice is discovering which style or lineage most resonates with you. Have you explored Kripalu yoga? Robert Mulhall and Monique Schubert (E-RYT 220, RYT 500, YACEP) join host Kim Weeks for this introductory workshop to Kripalu yoga, a practice emphasizing meditation, breathwork, and spiritual transformation. Our Yoga […]
Ends: November 19, 2021
Practice Ashtanga in this asana class. This lineage is a practice of six series of asanas held within the Eight Limbs of Yoga as outlined in the Yoga Sutras. Yoga continues to evolve to include deeply varied styles and types of practice, all rooted in a shared ancient history. Yoga Lineages is a series of […]
Ends: November 16, 2021
This online workshop dives into Ashtanga yoga—a practice of six series of asana held within the Eight Limbs of Yoga as outlined in the Yoga Sutras. Walk away with a deeper understanding of this yoga lineage and how you can incorporate it into your personal yoga practice. This ongoing series provides an easy-to-follow and comprehensive […]
Ends: September 30, 2021
Practice Iyengar in this asana class. This lineage is a practical method of exploring the philosophy of yoga from the skin to the soul. Yoga continues to evolve to include deeply varied styles and types of practice, all rooted in a shared ancient history. Yoga Lineages is a series of conversations that explores seven of […]
Ends: September 23, 2021
In this event, host Kim Weeks and presenters Patricia Walden and Joan White explore the origins, evolution, and modern-day story of Iyengar. This practice is a practical method of exploring the philosophy of yoga from the skin to the soul. Yoga continues to evolve to include deeply varied styles and types of practice, all rooted […]
Ends: September 16, 2021
Ayurveda is a sister science to yoga and one of the oldest natural healing systems on the planet, with South Asian roots. The final part of this three-part workshop series will narrow in on the key sites, gunas, and five sub-doshas of Vāta (the vayus), as they pertain to bodily functions, pranayama practices, and asana. […]
Ends: September 9, 2021
Ayurveda is a sister science to yoga and one of the oldest natural healing systems on the planet, with South Asian roots. Part 2 of this three-part workshop series will look at the four seasons, winter, spring, summer, and fall. Review the qualities and tendencies of these times of the year and learn ways to […]
Ends: September 2, 2021
Ayurveda is a sister science to yoga and one of the oldest natural healing systems on the planet, with South Asian roots. This three-part introductory workshop touches on underlying philosophical foundations of Ayurveda. Learn the fundamentals of the five elements, three doshas, 20 gunas, paradigm of constitution, and sources of balance and imbalance.
Ends: August 19, 2021
Practice Kundalini in this asana class. This lineage is a dynamic blend of postures, pranayama (breath), mantra (chanting), movement, and meditation that awakens the flow of life force energy along the spine to help us become healthier, happier, and more spiritually connected. Yoga continues to evolve to include deeply varied styles and types of practice, […]
Ends: August 18, 2021
In this event, host Kim Weeks and Pritpal Kaur Khalsa explore the origins, evolution, and modern-day story of Kundalini. This practice is a dynamic blend of postures, pranayama (breath), mantra (chanting), movement, and meditation that awakens the flow of life force energy along the spine and helps us become healthier, happier, and more spiritually connected. […]
Ends: March 5, 2021
This master class guides you through a Yin Yoga practice that draws upon healing tools and techniques rooted in Taoist principles, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the 5 Element Theory. Presenter Kiesha Battles also shares the origins and principles (tattvas) of Yin Yoga.
Ends: January 13, 2021
Chakra is a Sanskrit word, meaning “wheel” or “circle.” According to ancient yoga-theory, Chakras are spinning energy centers in the subtle body. This workshop simplifies and demystifies the Chakras to enlighten the audience about its science and therapeutic importance for our wellbeing. Supporting Documents Slides (PDF) Transcript (PDF)
Ends: November 18, 2020
Chakra is a Sanskrit word, meaning “wheel” or “circle.” According to ancient yoga-theory Chakras are spinning energy centers in the subtle body. This workshop simplifies and demystifies the Chakras enlightening the audience about its science and therapeutic importance for our well-being.
Ends: September 16, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: September 9, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: September 2, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: August 26, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: August 19, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: August 12, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: August 5, 2020
This seven-part series invites yoga teachers to deepen their understanding of the chakras by exploring the personal, interpersonal, and transpersonal aspects of this powerful system. Each workshop features a brief lecture, guided practice, and interactive Q&A on a designated chakra. For more information, visit here.
Ends: June 6, 2016
The yoga therapy components of Dr. Halpern’s teaching and experience are based on his Doctor of Ayurvedic training credentials and are not derived from his status as an E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance. Learn about yoga nidra and how to utilize it to create experiences in the world. Dr. Halpern will also discuss classical knowledge, […]
