Workshops

Montreal, Canada

Exploring backbends

June 14th : 2.5 hr masterclass

Opening the heart and awakening the spine

 This workshop is suitable for all level of practitioners. We will explore the anatomical aspects, techniques and the physiological and psychological benefits of backbends. By developing an understanding of the alignment and foundations we will discover how to create a connected and comfortable backbend.

Backbends turn us out to face the world. They are rejuvenating, provide energy and courage. Backbends expand the lungs and chest and open the heart. They increase flexibility in the spine and open the shoulders.

Whilst backbends can feel exhilarating and liberating they can also make us feel vulnerable and exposed. During this workshop we will explore the shoulder and hip joints and explore various heart opening asanas. We will learn how to open the shoulders and hips and develop an awareness of your individual needs in preparing for backbends. You will have the opportunity to go deeper into the practice of backbends. Those who struggle with backbends will be given tools to target and work on the area of restriction.

The key to developing a healthy backbend is learning how to take pressure off the spine. Through a sequence of backbends, we will explore the principles of alignment and the preparatory poses that allow the spine to move freely. Via the intelligent use of our breath discover how to let go and release the flow of pranic energy. We all have different bodies, joint structures and stiffness. By awakening the mind to these areas and learning the art of opening the heart and letting go of the ego we will discover a new ease and joy in backbends. Let go of force and effort and work intelligently with skill and ease find the joy of arching the spine.

Open to grace. Be in the moment and embrace life.

Arm Balances and Core Workshop

June 15th and 16th 

Arm balances and inversions are fun and playful; they build strength, courage, playfulness, a sense of humor, and help to ground you.  They help to build core strength and bring stillness to the body and the mind.

But just what is this “Core” everyone is talking about? And what exactly are the Bandhas?

Throughout this workshop we will explore just what it is that makes up your subtle and physical “core” body and how exactly to tap into the power of your core. Through breath, Bandhas and movement this workshop will help you explore those little points and details that you don’t get the time to focus on in a general yoga class. We will explore various “tricks‟ and techniques to help us find our “core‟ and bring a deeper awareness to working with the Bandhas through our practice.

Discover the techniques behind Ujjayi breath, the bandhas (abdominal locks) and how to transfer these connections into strengthening your arm balances and inversions.

Exploring the foundations and alignment of Tadasana we will use this as our basis when exploring our arm balances and inversions . Most of us are joyfully surprised to learn we can do things we never thought possible through the application of Yoga Alignment Principles. Learning to balance on your hands has an amazing capacity to connect you to your own power

Bring your sense of humor and playfulness during this fun filled workshop. explore opening up to the sweet space of balance between strength and softness. If you haven’t found yourself there yet this workshop will help you to soar to new heights as we Learn how to practice these poses from a place of courage, breath and playfulness!

This workshop is suitable for all levels from advanced to beginners

2 day workshop

Sat & Sunday

morning session: lectures and practicals eploring our core- 2.5hrs

afternoon: session; 2hrs Asana practice

Adelaide, Australia

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