CURRICULUM

Breath & Bandhas
Breath-work & Bandha cultivate a deep relationship with yourself & others, and they deepen your connection to your body & the present moment. You’ll learn to skillfully integrate your breath in Asana practice, prioritizing the breath and aligning it with movement. As your self-practice develops, you’ll learn to teach this practice to others, inspiring students to enjoy these surprisingly transformative tricks. 
 
Arm Balances
Inversions inspire subtle internal lifting & toning. You’ll develop the critical foundation of arm balances, discover the benefits of thorough preparation, and understand the related anatomy. We’ll warm up with core strength and wrist flexibility, practice basics like crow & crane, stabilize headstand variations, and investigate possibilities for handstand training. 

Pranayama
The transformative techniques of Pranayama are a crucial component of holistic & integrated Yoga. You’ll learn two ways to practice Pranayama: while moving in asana, and in a stable sitting pose. Advanced teachings will incorporate powerful Bandhas from the Kundalini Yoga tradition – taking your practice to the next level. You’ll also learn the art of holding space during intense breath-work and heart-centered meditation. 

Yoga History
We’ll dive into the history of genuine Yoga, specifically exploring the Hatha Yoga Pradipika – one of the fundamental scriptures that systematically outlines the practices of Asana & Pranayama. We’ll investigate the lineages of modern Yoga, shedding some inspiring light on what’s what and who’s who.