
Anusara Immersion with Ashleigh Altman
ANUSARA IMMERSION : WHAT IT IS? The
Anusara Immersion takes you on a journey into the study of Anusara Yoga
(Asana, Philosophy, Pranayama, Meditation). You will meet friends who
share in the desire to live from the heart. The Immersion is perfect
for those wishing to delve into the mysteries and profound practices of
yoga. The Immersion teaches us how to imbibe the practice as a path to
conscious living, have the experience of our truest self, and journey
to the core of Anusara Yoga. There is no pressure to teach yoga or any
instruction on how to teach, only the pleasure and challenge of basking
in the deeper knowledge of this practice. The Immersion is designed to
provide a solid foundation of practical understanding for all serious
students of Anusara Yoga. The process of being in an Immersion prepares
you fully on all levels: Refines your knowledge of Anusara Yoga, gives
you experience on the path, and helps you develop the self-confidence
necessary to become a teacher of this sophisticated system of yoga, if
you desire. The Anusara Immersion will give us all the opportunity to
establish a new depth of commitment to our selves and each other. The
Anusara Immersion is a 108 hour curriculum that is split into 3 parts
of 36 hours. You can take one or more parts.
PART ONE: AWAKENING YOUR HEART - THIS PHASE INCLUDES: An in-depth exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment (the 3 A's, the 5 Steps and the Loops); An introduction to the use of props; Basic Anusara Yoga philosophy overview; Fundamentals of Practice, Ethical Precepts, Basics of Studentship; Overview of the History of Yoga; Elemental anatomy and anatomy of the breath; Fundamental pranayama, meditation, journaling, and contemplation; and Introduction to all the poses from Anusara's Level 1 syllabus.
If
you are a yoga teacher or would like to begin teaching, Part One:
Awakening Your Heart, includes everything a teacher training would
offer and more! We just leave the "how-to's" of teaching to Teacher
Training, when the time is right. The
Immersion Part One totals 36 hours divided over 4 weekends. This fall
the immersion will be held at Absolute Yoga on Saturdays tentatively
9AM-12 & 2-5pm and Sundays 9AM-12: Dates: September 25/26; October 23/24; November 6/7 Cost: $600 before Sept 1. $650 after Sept. 1. For an application and additional info about the immersion contact info@absoluteyogastudio.com or Ashleigh@rockinheartyoga.com
Fundamentals of the Ashtanga Primary Series with Adam Dobbs - Sunday, September 19 1-4PM $60
Ashtanga means
"eight limbs" in Sanskrit, which refers to the eight limbs of yoga laid
out in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The Ashtanga method of asana
practice was interpreted by Krishnamacharya and Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois
from ancient text entitled the Yoga Korunta, which described a unique
system of hatha yoga. The Primary Series, also known as Yoga Chikitsa
(meaning yoga therapy), realigns the spine, detoxifies the body and
builds strength, flexibility and stamina. The series of about 75 poses
takes 1 1/2-2 hours to complete, beginning with sun salutations and
moving on to standing and seated poses, backbends and inversions. This
workshop is an opportunity to learn the Primary Series at a slow,
meditative pace, with detailed instruction and individual assistance by
Adam, who has been studying Ashtanga yoga for over 15 years. Each
section of the practice will be broken down and explained with time for
questions. Please note that this workshop is for those who practice
vinyasa style yoga and have experience with sun salutations and
chaturanga. This is not for beginner students. Pre-registration is
required. Inquire at the desk, call the studio at 516-682-9642 or email
us at info@absoluteyogastudio.com.

Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Training & Retreat with Certified Laughter Yoga instructor
Gita Fendelman
NEW DATES
Friday, October 29, 1PM-6PM
Saturday, October 30, 10AM-6PM
$295/$275 if paid by October 14
LAUGHTER LOVERS: You can learn the simplest techniques that will transform your life. Experience the stress releasing and happiness boosting power of laughter. Learn how to stay in high spirits when life presents challenges. Learn how to make a living teaching Laughter Yoga, market your services, start and run a laughter club, expand your professional skills. Train and be certified in the cutting edge modality of laughter as an innovative stress and health management tool.
This Training and Retreat includes the following:
- Comprehensive E-Manual with over 100 Laughter exercises
- Discounts on Laugh For No Reason by Dr. Madan Kataria and DVD, 40 Foundation Exercises
- Free listing in www.laughteryoga.org on line directory of Laughter Yoga professionals (optional)
- Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Certificate (optional)
Gita Fendelman is a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Gita trained with Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of the Laughter Yoga movement, and is affiliated with Dr. Kataria's School of Laughter. Gita is a Kripalu certified yoga instructor with over 30 years experience and a "recovered" tax attorney who can laugh in Mandarin. Pre-registration required and space is limited. For information and registration call the studio at 516-682-9642 or email us at info@absoluteyogastudio.com. For information about Gita visit www.laughteryogawithgita.com.