WEEKEND SPECIALS (sometimes weekdays) are mini-workshops taught by

Triangle Yoga teachers and are usually held on Saturday or Sunday afternoons.

Specials are approximately 2-3 hours long and pre-payment is recommended.

Pre Payment constitutes any time prior to the day of the workshop.

On the day of the workshop, the fee is $10 more unless otherwise

noted. You can sign up on the clipboard outside the Sun Room

and pre-pay in the office, or call 919-933-9642 to register.

 

2012 WEEKEND SPECIALS

 

 

FEBRUARY

KIRTAN

with Danielle Koppel

Saturday, Feb 4 @ 7pm

Suggested Donation $5-$20

KIRTAN (chanting) is a cross-cultural, participatory experience that originated in India

many centuries ago. This musical genre utilizes ancient Sanskrit mantras in a call-and-response

format that incorporates the audience right into the performance. The form of kirtan is as follows:

the melody and instrumentation begin slowly, increase in intensity and speed as the chant progresses,

and slow again at the end of the chant. Often participants will clap hands or dance to add to the rhythm

and enthusiasm of the chant. Formally a part of bhakti yoga, the devotional path of yoga, and nada yoga,

the science of sound & vibration, kirtan is quickly becoming one of the leading forms of participatory world

music. The music of Kirtan is both heartfelt and spirited, although styles of participation will vary from artist to artist. Everyone can participate—there are no prerequisites, no special talents or skills, and no religious

beliefs or cultural backgrounds that are needed to take part in the kirtan experience. As interest in the

world’s sacred music continues to expand, kirtan offers an opportunity for individuals and groups to

come together, to call forth that unifying divine link within us all. In this manner, kirtan offers us a

means to discover and to reconnect to the heart of our humanity.

 

 

ENERGETIC ANATOMY 101

with Olynda Smith

certified Anusara Yoga teacher

Saturday, Feb 11, 2pm-4pm

$25 early birds, $35 day of event

Ever wonder what a chakra actually is and/or why chakras are mentioned fro

time to time in yoga classes? In this 2 hour workshop Olynda will outline the basic

energetic structures of the body in yogic terms.  We will then explore how knowledge of the

energetic body can help us deepen our yoga practice and support us on the path towards living

more conscious, heart-centered, joyful lives.  Bring a note book if you like to take notes, and

wear yoga clothes - we’ll be moving and doing yoga postures as part of our exploration. 

Appropriate for all levels!.

 

 

THE PHILOSOPHY

AND WISDOM OF YOGA

with Natalie Sablina

Saturday Feb 18, 2:30pm-4:30pm

$25 early birds, $35 day of event

Wondering about the differences of "yoga" in the East and West?

Curious to know what yoga is traditionally? Interested in spiritual concepts

in yoga? Join Natalie Sablina for an exciting exploration of the philosophy of yoga.

Learn about the depth of the yoga tradition to bring insight and guidance

to enrich your yoga practice.

 

 

MARCH

FREE COMMUNITY CLASS

The Benefits of Restorative Yoga

with Kate Millen

Sunday, March 4 @ 6pm

Restorative Yoga is used to trigger the parasympathetic nervous system,

which is responsible for balancing the body. By stimulating this system, you

experience a lower heart rate and blood pressure.This also helps stimulate your immune

and endocrine systems in healthy way. When you experience stress or feel overwhelmed,

it is the parasympathetic nervous system that restores balance. The deep relaxation

response elicited by restorative yoga also results in benefit to the internal organs

 

 

APRIL

THE LANGUAGE OF YOGA

Sanskrit Basics for Yogis

with Nicolai Bachman

April 20-22

$165 for Yoga Teachers, University Students, Seniors,

Current Pass Card Holders or Session Students,

and the Financially Challenged!

$185 all other Early Birds, $210 late fee

in the SUN ROOM

Sanskrit, Asana Names, Yoga Sutra Terms and Chants
The science and practice of yoga is framed in Sanskrit words and verses.

Many asana (posture) names have interesting, deeper meanings and stories behind them.

Yoga philosophy, specifically the Yoga Sutras, contains many terms that have no accurate

English equivalents. Learning these key terms in depth broadens our understanding

of yoga and how it describes human consciousness. Certain Sanskrit chants also have

quite a bit below their surface. Each session will include a short asana sequence

with simultaneous pronunciation of each posture name.

 

 

SPEAKING OF YOGA

Vocal Coaching for Yoga Teachers

with Sarah Bell

Friday, April 27, 6pm-8pm

$35 early birds, $45 day of event

In an evening of mantra as vocal warm-ups and intelligent relaxation techniques

for Yoga Teachers, you will be introduced to your own voice in a way that will

help you sustain and uplift it so when you need it most, it is there for you.

As Yoga teachers, we spend much of our time focused on the strength and dexterity

of the physical form. We refine the postures, and the movement so we can demonstrate,

or model, fluidity and stability most effectively. Instructing an asana room full of students

requires that we communicate on more than just a physical level. With an awareness of the

obstacles along the path of clear communication, we can enhance our abilities to encourage

and instruct others. Concepts such as these will be applied to the speaking voice:
~ Ahimsa~ Stretch~ Support~ Attention~ Intention~ Flexibility ~

SARAH BELL is a classically trained actress with a keen interest in the voice.

Having undergone surgery years ago to remove vocal nodules, and relearning how

to speak through working with a speech pathologist for a year of voice therapy to aid

her recovery, Sarah’s understanding of the voice as an instrument and how to keep it strong,

supple and healthy has continued to deepen over the years. Sarah is a member of the

teacher training faculty at YogaWorks.

 

 

JUNE

ACRO YOGA

with Chris Loebsack and Greg Franklin

June 15-17, 2012

$195 Early Birds, $225 late fee after May 14

CHRIS LOEBSACK 500hr ERYT, and GREG FRANKLIN 200hr RYT, combine

many years of loving co-teaching, acrobatic partnership and inspired friendship.

Together they create an environment for students that bolsters trust and playfulness

while cultivating a space to channel the healing power of touch and strength in community.

In addition to honing his AcroYoga craft, Greg can be found riding his bicycle around NYC,

photographing random wonderful objects, and channeling subtle energies from divine

realms of being; Chris shares her love of the human form teaching Anatomy and Physiology

for various Yoga Teacher Trainings. You may also find her hanging off the sides of mountains,

as rock climbing occupies much of her time. Collectively Greg and Chris have been featured

in the New York Times and Yoga City NYC.

 

 

 

TBA

 

CULTIVATING A HOME PRACTICE

with Certified Anusara Yoga Instructor, Sommer Sobin

Date TBA

2:30pm-5pm

$50 prepay, $60 the day of event

This workshop is designed to help any yoga student  learn the ‘how-to’s’

of practicing  on their own. Bring a notebook , a pencil, and an open mind!

 

THE ART OF ASSISTING AND ADJUSTING PART 2

with Certified Anusara Yoga Instructor, Sommer Sobin

DATE TBA

2:30-5:30pm

$60 prepay, $70 the day of event

This workshop is for teachers of any style of yoga interested in learning and practicing

hands on adjustments and verbal assists in a variety of poses. For seasoned teachers

looking to be re-inspired and for newer teachers looking to hone new skills. Bring a

notebook  and an open mind. If you missed Part 1, that's OK!

 

 

 

 

 

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