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Energetic Anatomy
- Mudra Vigyan: Healing through Yoga Mudras
Mudra Vigyan is the science of healing through Mudras (symbolic therapeutic hand positions). Each finger represents Earth, Water, Fire, Air & Ether. Touching upon the hundreds of nerve endings which influence the whole body at a cellular and atomic(energetic) level; this practice affects the body, mind & spirit of one's being, aids in healing, and can be an important aspect of yoga asanas.
This segment goes into the in-depth wisdom of ancient Yoga Mudras, Ritualistic, Therapeutic/Healing & Sacred dance mudras, and their therapeutic & healing usages.
Chakras & Nadis
A comprehensive introduction to each of the seven chakras residing in the subtle body. This segment highlights the physical, biological, emotional, & energetic significance of each chakra. Participants will learn how to incorporate this ancient wisdom into some of their asanas & teaching practice.
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5 Vayus
In Sanskrit “Vayu” means “wind”. The ancient Yogi/Yoginis considered Prana (one’s life force energy) to have five different vayus or “flowing winds”. Each Vayu has special energetic qualities and functions.
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3 Gunas
In Ayurveda, the sister science of Yoga, Gunas or strands of life, weave us together to achieve a higher objective in this universe we reside in. Knowledge of the Sattva, Rajas, & Tamas Gunas, are particularly important for yoga practitioners to understand how they are able to shift their focus inward for each asana.
Yoga Philosophy and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita
Stories of Asanas
Each Asana is considered a ritual (a puja) in flowing motion of life. Various stories from the Bhagavad Gita, The Mahabharata, Ramayana, The Vedas & Upanishads are behind the asanas. When one knows the true meaning and essence of each asana, then the asanas come alive & hence the Hatha Yoga practice becomes powerful. Bring each asana to life working from the inside, learn about the stories, philosophies, & practices that make up the asana to integrate a complete practice.