Yoga Philosophy in Action
February 8 – May 17, 2023
Wednesdays, 12 – 1:30 pm ET
or
Saturdays, 12 – 1:30 ET
In-Studio or Live-Stream
Early bird pricing until February 1st – reserve you space!
Using special sequencing and other teaching methods we will explore the
8 Limbs of Yoga on the mat.
sign up here
-Yoga Teacher Tune-Up: Module One
Refine Your Teaching Skills
Along with with how to sequence your power/vinyasa yoga class with intention.
Start anytime.
-Yoga Teacher Tune-Up: Module Two
-Yin Yoga: Immersion for Teachers and Students
Next training TBD
-Hourly Mentorship Support
What is the aim of yoga?
What are the so-called 8 Limbs of Yoga?
How can they help my practice on the mat and off?
Patanjali defined yoga as “stilling the turnings of the mind.”
Who was Patanjali? Patanjali was a sage in India believed to have authored one of yoga’s most well-known classical texts, The Yoga Sutras, dating to around the 1st-2nd century BCE and 4th-5th century CE.
The Yoga Sutras, made up of 195 aphorisms, is a guide to yoga philosophy – a spiritual path passed on for thousands of years.
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras is a guide for living a better, purpose-filled life. The teachings provide clear insights into who we are and our relationship with the world. It lists the causes of suffering in our lives and provides steps – The 8-Limbed Path – on how to prevent suffering from happening.
Understanding the Yoga Sutras allows us to see how yoga is a life path – not just an exercise class.
What To Expect
– We will begin each class with a brief dharma talk (explanation of the philosophical focus for the day).
-Then with creative sequencing (stacking, looping, around the world, pose categories – just to name a few!) we will apply these concepts during the physical yoga practice to refine, challenge, and develop a better understanding.
-We will close each practice with a guided meditation, the heart of Patanjali’s yoga.
This series brings the wisdom of classical yoga philosophy into your life in a way that is relevant and accessible to your daily life.
Class Focus Outline
Week One 2/8 – Introduction to the Yoga Sutras:
Stilling The Turnings of the Mind
Week Two 2/15 – The 1st Limb: The Yamas
(5 moral observances for interactions with others)
We will focus on Ahimsa/Non-violence
Week Three 3/1 – The 1st Limb: The Yamas
We will focus on the next two Yamas – Satya/Truthfulness and Asteya/Non-stealing
Week Four 3/15 – The 1st Limb: The Yamas
We will focus on the last two Yamas – Brahmacharya/Non-excess and Aparigraha/Non-possessiveness
Week Five 3/22 – The 2nd Limb: The Niyamas
(5 guidelines for personal observance)
We will focus on Saucha/Purity and Santosha/Contentment
Week Six 3/29 – The 2nd Limb: The Niyamas
We will focus on Tapas/Self-discipline and Svadyaya/Self-study
Week Seven 4/19 – The 2nd Limb: The Niyamas
We will focus on the final Niyama – Ishvara Pranidhana/Surrender
Week Eight 4/26 – The 3rd & 4th Limbs:
Asana/Posture and Pranayama/Breath
Week Nine 5/10 – The 5th & 6th Limbs:
Pratyahara/Sense Withdrawal and Dharana/Concentration
Week Ten 5/17 – The 8th Limb: Samadhi/Union
*each practice will include the 7th Limb – Dhyana/Meditation
You can sign up for all ten or choose your schedule.
In-studio and live-stream options.
If you choose the live-stream option, you will receive a link approximately 50-60 minutes before each class. Please email Lyn if you are Zooming in to ensure you are signed up for this option. (lyn@lynkehoepoweryoga.com)
This workshop is for both students and teachers.
Continuing education credits (15) are available for certified/registered teachers.
An early bird rate applies if you register by February 1st
Full Series (10 classes) – $250 ($300 after 2/1)
Single Class (choose your dates of attendance) – $30 ($35 per class after 2/1)
Module One: Techniques & Methodology
Refine Your Teaching Skills
*this program is available to do remotely via Zoom
-effective and precise cueing
-smooth transitons
-power yoga sequencing formula for a balanced class
-ongoing power yoga themes and how to apply them in a relevant manner
-any yoga teacher who wants to level up their teaching skills
-any yoga teacher who wants to learn how to teach power yoga
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification
currently teaching or in need of a refresher
-4 video class submissions (minimum of 60 minutes)
-class recordings can be of you leading an actual class or practice teaching on a friend or family member, you can can be in person or via zoom, students need to be seen in the video
(first video is due at least one week before the first scheduled one-on-one meeting)
-attendance at 4 of Lyn’s classes (in studio or via zoom)
-attendance at 4 one-on-one sessions with Lyn
-any other homework assigned between sessions (homework assignments can include creating a sequence and/or planning a theme
-you have 10 weeks from the date you sign up to complete the course
-4 one-on-one sessions with Lyn (approximately 30-60 minutes), you will be given feedback on your first video submission and receive a personalized mentoring plan during the first meeting
-a Power Yoga Teacher Tune-Up manual with updated and more detailed information on:
-principles of alignment
-the power yoga sequencing formula
-power yoga themes
-a 4 class pass to Lyn’s class activated on the date you sign up with an 8 week expiration (in studio or zoom)
Lyn’s prerecorded classes for 8 weeks, you will receive a link and password upon registration
-continuing education credits for Yoga Alliance (10 contact, 10 non-contact)
Cost:
$450
Payment is due at the time of submitting the application and agreement.
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Module Two: Flowing From Simple to Complex
Next training TBD
However, arm balances and more advanced poses are often offered up in a vinyasa class, but too often not taught.
students feel included – no matter the level of experience.
Baby Grasshopper Pose
Visvamitrasana/Sage Visvamitra’s Pose
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~YIN YOGA: An Immersion for Teachers and Students~
Next training TBD
$300 for all four sessions
$95 for a single session
Yin yoga focuses on longer held, more passive floor poses that lengthen and stimulate the connective tissues of the body. Unlike a power/vinyasa yoga (yang) practice, yin yoga is a slower pace where poses are held for 3-5 minutes. This practice also helps to cultivate inner calm. By staying in the pose longer you will train your mind and body to become still and endure uncomfortableness, both mentally and physically, with grace. Breath is used to help stay connected to the present moment.
This training is for those who would like to dive deeper into the practice. It is for current yoga teachers who would like to learn the fundamental science and philosophy behind yin yoga. As well as for students interested in a more thorough understanding of the practice.
The training is broken down into four 2-hour sessions. You can attend all four or sign up for specific dates. Teachers are eligible for continuing education credits required for Yoga Alliance renewal. You will receive 10 contact hours when you attend all three sessions and lead a yin yoga community class via zoom or at the studio. Class will be scheduled on an individual basis after the training sessions are completed. You will receive a certificate of completion.
Session 1: Laying The Foundation
-Yin Yoga Practice
-The Science of Yin Yoga
-Benefits of Yin Yoga
-The 3 Stages of a Yin Yoga Pose
Session 2: The Practice and Teaching of Yin Yoga
Back and Hips
-Yin Yoga Practice -back and hips focus
-Yin Yoga Asanas – modifications, getting in and out of the pose, recovery poses
Session 3: The Practice and Teaching of Yin Yoga
Hips and Legs
-Yin Yoga Practice -hips and legs focus
-Yin Yoga Asanas – modifications, getting in and out of the pose, recovery poses
Session 4: Power Yin Yoga
Power yin yoga is a slow flowing vinyasa practice infused with yin poses.
-Power Yin Yoga Practice
-Power/Vinyasa vs. YinYoga
-Teaching Power Yin Yoga – learn how to safely sequence and insert yin poses
You will receive 4 yin yoga sequences:
-90 minute sequence for the whole body
-60 minute sequence for spine and hips
-60 minute sequence for hips and legs
-90 minute power yin yoga sequence
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~HOURLY MENTORSHIP SUPPORT~
$150/Hour + CT sales tax
Whether a student or a teacher, the practice of yoga is a continuous journey.
Mentoring recreates the traditional yoga model based on a strong and trusted relationship between student and teacher.
Lyn’s Mentorship Programs are designed to support new and experienced teachers,
as well as students interested in growing and enhancing their yoga practice.
The hourly mentorship option is perfect for students or teachers who do not anticipate the need for a long-term, ongoing support but might have a specific concern or interest.
Yoga Alliance continuing education contact hours are available.
Email lyn@lynkehoepoweryoga.com to request an appointment.
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