by Amy Sanford | Oct 17, 2013 | Events & Workshops, Studio News
New at Morning Glory Yoga Studios
This five week, ten lesson, course is designed for complete beginners as well as hatha yoga students new to the Ashtanga system of yoga. We will work through the standing vinyasa sequence of the Primary Series of Ashtanga, preparing students to confidently participate in Mysore Ashtanga classes. Mysore Ashtanga is a silent practice where students learn the poses of the Ashtanga sequence at their own pace as determined and with guidance from their instructor. Students are given verbal instruction and physical adjustments according to their ability so although there are multiple students essentially practicing the same routine, each student is working on an individual practice, not “in sync” with those around them. The Mysore practice is intended to be a daily practice. Traditionally practice takes place every day except for Saturdays and full and new moon days.
Ashtanga yoga focuses on a specific sequence of postures, always practiced in the same order. Unique aspects of this system are the use of “bandhas” (internal locks) and deep, “ujjiyia” breathing. These techniques are used to assist the regulation of the flow of “prana” (vital energy). The system is designed to enable students to develop a complete self-practice.
Ashtanga Yoga is often described as a modern form of classical Indian yoga. This dynamic practice was developed and popularized by K. Pattabhi Jois and based on the Yoga Korunta. The teachings of the Korunta, an ancient manuscript on yoga, were given to Jois by his teacher, the great yoga master, T. Krishnmacharya who learned them from his guru Rama Mohan Bramachari. Jois began teaching his Mysore Ashtanga System in 1948 and it was brought to the United States by students of his in the 1970’s.
The course, which runs from Nov. 5 – Dec 10, will take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7-8:00 pm at the Morning Glory Yoga Studios in downtown Nacogdoches.
Richard Forrest, a dedicated student of the teachings of K. Pattabhi Jois, will teach this course. Forrest recently received his teacher training from internationally known Ashtanga yoga teacher David Swenson.
Cost:
$95 (Non-Members)
$65 (Members)
by Amy Sanford | Oct 16, 2013 | Events & Workshops, Studio News
Sunday Nov.17, 2013 • 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Studio Members $20 • Non-members $30
call (936) 715-9909 or Email to register
Join us for a fun and informative workshop that will enhance your yoga practice and make you feel wonderful!
Based on the principles of yoga, Ayurvedic medicine and Buddhism, this ancient form of massage utilizes acupressure, gentle stretching and twisting as well as energy work. Participants will work with partners and be safely guided through a basic Thai massage routine in both supine and prone positions. We will also learn the history, philosophy, health benefits and contraindications of this fascinating modality. Thai yoga is practiced fully clothed and without the use of oils or massage creams.
Everyone is welcome; no massage experience is required.
Morning Glory yoga instructor and licensed massage therapist Kimberly Kennamer will lead this unique workshop. Kimberly first experienced Thai yoga massage as a student at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy. It was love at first stretch and so she traveled to northern Thailand where she became certified to practice this modality at the prestigious Thai Massage School of Chiang Mai.
by Amy Sanford | Jul 23, 2013 | Events & Workshops
Join nationally celebrated yogi Ricky Tran for an illuminating weekend of spiritual practice.
Ricky’s engaging style of teaching will educate, entertain and enlighten practitioners of all levels. Bring your towels and expect to sweat. You are welcome to take notes but no recording. (more…)
by Amy Sanford | Jul 23, 2013 | Events & Workshops
FOUR WEEK FOUNDATION COURSE
Beginning August 6, 2013
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by Amy Sanford | Jun 10, 2013 | Events & Workshops
Charles MacInerney, E-RYT-500, has practiced yoga since 1971. He has taught 20,000 students. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, and featured in Yoga Journal articles and has been featured as an Expert in their Wellbeing column. He leads retreats in Texas, Guatemala, Costa Rica and Mexico. Clients include: IBM; 3M; Apple; UT; National and International Yoga Conferences. He is co-founder of the Living Yoga Program, one of the most successful Teacher Training Programs in the Southwest with graduates now teaching in 42 states and 13 countries, and co-founder of the Texas Yoga Retreat and the Free Day of Yoga.
For More Information, visit www.yogateacher.com
To download the flyer for this event CLICK HERE
One workshop $55
Any Two workshops $100
Any Three workshops $140
All Four workshops $175
Early registration (prior to June 22nd) 10% discount. (more…)
Richard Forrest, a dedicated student of the teachings of K. Pattabhi Jois, will teach this course. Forrest recently received his teacher training from internationally known Ashtanga yoga teacher David Swenson.
