In the first module of this course, we learn how fostering an understanding of the Ayurvedic elements that give rise to both our bodies and the world at large can allow us to deepen our yoga practice.
In Module 2.2, Douglass walks us through the Yamas and Niyamas, which are the foundational outward and inward observances in yoga.
In Module 2.3, we learn how our breath relates to the physical postures in yoga and how to use this understanding to our advantage as practitioners.
In Module 2.5, Douglass teaches us how to recognize and navigate the delivate balance between efford and surrender in yoga.
In the final module of this course, we explore the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit that is integral to our deeper understanding of yoga’s role in our lives.
In Module 2.4, Douglass shows how to develop our Drishti, or single-pointed focus in our yoga practice to cultivate embodied awareness in yoga postures.
Simple but elegant describes this peaceful, slow flow that beautifully coordinates the breath and movement in a seated flow, Cat/Cow, and then in a gentle supine flow. Relaxing the body, generating greater inner awareness and finding joy in simplicity best decribes this yummy vinyasa flow.
Connecting breath to movement highlights this standing flow that begins with the foundational pose Mountain Pose or Tadasana. Uttanasana and side stretches are also included before a luxurious Savasana.
Flexibility allows us to experience greater range of motion and ease. Our movements become more fluid and movement and breath align. This practice focuses on the fluidity of breath and movement in Low Lunge, Ardha Matsyendrasana (seated twist) and Supported Paschimottanasana, melting straight into a Supported Savasana.
Sun Salutations ideally create heat in the body and focus in the mind as they soothe the soul. In the beginning it is important to learn how to build that heat without collecting a lot of tension. This practice will illuminate some of the essential ingredients of a Sun Salutation. By the end, the soul-soothing … Continued
Integrate everything you’ve learned from the preceding classes into one well-rounded yoga practice. New students will become more familiar with the building blocks of asana practice: pose and counterpose, standing poses to build strength and endurance, backbends to stretch and open the front of the body, simple forward bends to release tight muscles, an inverted … Continued
Salamba Sarvangasana means “All Limbs Pose.” It demands abdominal strength, agility in the shoulders, and stability in the arms. This practice will warm up your whole body, highlighting mobility in the shoulders and stability at the core. We introduce a variation of this classical pose at the wall and teach you some of the most … Continued