Pancha Karma
Total Health Center
Presenter: Carrie Demers, MD, and HI Faculty. Description: Come enjoy ayurveda’s quintessential cleansing and rejuvenation treatment. Pancha karma promotes healing and renewal by eliminating toxins and restoring the free flow of energy in the body. The four-day program includes:
Ayurvedic consultation with our holistic physician
Daily ayurvedic massage, oil treatments, and steam therapy
Daily hatha yoga and meditation instruction
Biofeedback session
A light cleansing diet
Various ayurvedic cleansing techniques (as prescribed)
Evening… Tuition: $1750, which includes all of the services above. A $500 desposit is required at registration. Register Instructions: Call to register - 570-647-1500.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 – Sunday, June 23, 2013.
HI Total Health Center
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431.
The Art and Science of Breathing
Health/Wellness
Presenter: Rolf Sovik, PsyD. Description: Breathing is a thread woven through every level of functioning. Its vital place in human life makes the understanding of breathing an essential aspect of yoga practice. Breathing plays an especially important part in meditation. There, it reflects the influence of emotion and offers a powerful support for deepening concentration. The many dimensions of breathing are better understood when its basic biological mechanisms have been unraveled. What is good breathing? How can it be cultivated? Answers to these… Tuition: Become a Premium Member and attend most programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now.
Friday, June 21, 2013 – Sunday, June 23, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification Program
Professional Trainings
Presenter: HI Faculty. Description: Drawing from traditional yoga theory and practice as well as modern knowledge of the body and mind, this program at the Himalayan Institute headquarters in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, is designed to maximize your effectiveness as a yoga teacher and practitioner.
The course includes:
• Asana practice and teaching
• Yoga philosophy and psychology
• Study of the Yoga Sutra
• Systematic breath training
• Pranayama practice and teaching
• Relaxation techniques and teaching
• Structuring and sequencing cla… Tuition: $3999 - includes tuition, application fee, accommodations, books/materials, and premium membership. Register Instructions: Learn more.
Friday, June 21, 2013 – Sunday, July 14, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
HI Certified Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Training Unit 4: Clinical Use of Ayurveda and Yoga
Professional Trainings
Presenter: Kathryn Templeton, MA, RDT/MT, E-500 RYT. Description: CLINICAL USE OF AYURVEDA AND YOGA,
Practical application of yoga and ayurvedic psychology, dinacharya (daily routine), cleansing, asana, pranayama and mediation. Additional training on the nadis (energy channels).
♦ Introduction to tongue and pulse diagnosis
♦ Working with private clients using yoga and ayurveda; assessment, developing a treatment plan, practice client interaction and making individual prescriptions for yoga, diet and lifestyle interventions.
Note: Sessions 1 to 3 can… Register Instructions: Call to Register - 972-497-YOGA (9642) or email info@thematyogastudio.com.
Thursday, June 27, 2013 – Sunday, June 30, 2013.
The Mat Yoga Studio
670 N. Coit Road, Suite 2381
Richardson, TX 75080.
Turn off and Tune in with Restorative Yoga
Asana
Presenter: Anamargret Sanchez. Description: Rejuvenate body, mind, and spirit; rebuild a stress-free inner life; and reclaim your natural state of peace and tranquility. The pressures of daily life often leave us feeling drained and burned out. This becomes our new "normal" and we forget how to turn off anxiety and stress and tune in to rejuvenation and deep relaxation. Enjoy the deep nourishment of restorative yoga's longer holds in propped poses that give the body the time and support to let go. With skillful guidance, you can consciously and fully… Tuition: Become a Premium Member and attend most programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now.
Friday, June 28, 2013 – Sunday, June 30, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Pancha Karma
Total Health Center
Presenter: Carrie Demers, MD, and HI Faculty. Description: Come enjoy ayurveda’s quintessential cleansing and rejuvenation treatment. Pancha karma promotes healing and renewal by eliminating toxins and restoring the free flow of energy in the body. The four-day program includes: Ayurvedic consultation with our holistic physician, Daily ayurvedic massage, oil treatments, and steam therapy, Daily hatha yoga and meditation instruction, Biofeedback session, A light cleansing diet, Various ayurvedic cleansing techniques (as prescribed), Evening lectures on ayurveda,… Tuition: $1750, which includes all of the services above. A $500 desposit is required at registration. Register Instructions: Call to register - 570-647-1500.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 – Sunday, July 7, 2013.
HI Total Health Center
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431.
Self-Transformation Program
Residential
Presenter: HI Faculty. Description: Learn and practice the proven techniques for transforming your habits and creating a healthier lifestyle in the Institute’s community of dedicated spiritual seekers. This powerful one-month to three-month residential program is designed to make you self-reliant and self-confident as you experience personal growth at all levels. During the week you can participate in hatha yoga classes, breathing and relaxation practicums, guided meditation practice, and progressive study sessions on the body, breath,… Tuition: $850. Register Instructions: Call our Residential Office at 570-253-5551, ext 3018.
Thursday, July 4, 2013 – Monday, July 29, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Living Your Practice: The Yoga of Daily Life
Asana
Presenter: Steve Harris. Description: Is there more to yoga than postures? Drawing on lessons and inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita, we'll explore moving toward balance in all areas of life. Learn to use the struggles of daily life to cultivate an inner life of spirit, and the techniques of yoga to develop discrimination and compassion. Expand your understanding of yoga and see how asana, pranayama, and meditation can enrich and guide daily life, and how to apply the message of yoga to work and family life. Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, July 5, 2013 – Sunday, July 7, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Dynamics of Meditation
Meditation
Presenter: Himalayan Institute Faculty. Description: Everything you need to cultivate a meaningful happy life is already within you. We've been helping people understand the practice and benefits of meditation for the past 30 years. Learn to cultivate a comfortable sitting posture, establish a breathing pattern to quiet the mind, and explore the source of mental chatter and how to minimize it. Then develop a personal plan for sustaining and deepening your meditation practice. Suggested Study: Meditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama; Moving Inward: The… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now.
Friday, July 5, 2013 – Sunday, July 7, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
The Secret Life of Asana
Asana
Presenter: Sandra Anderson. Description: Beyond its well-known benefits, asana is a spiritual practice. However, the transition from a focus on movement and the outer form of postures to the inner energetic activation is easy to miss. Discover the tools for making this shift and your practice will never again feel stale or ineffective. Explore the stories behind the asanas as a way of accessing esoteric aspects of practice, learn how the physical and subtle energy bodies are related, and how even simple asanas can become powerful instruments for h… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, July 12, 2013 – Sunday, July 14, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
HI Certified Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Training Unit 1: The Macrocosm and Microcosm of Ayurveda and Yoga
Professional Trainings
Presenter: Kathryn Templeton, MA, RDT/MT, E-500 RYT. Description: THE MACROCOSM AND MICROCOSM OF AYURVEDA AND YOGA
Topics Covered:
♦ Yoga and ayurvedic philosophy: understanding purusha (pure consciousness) and prakriti (universal nature)
♦ The elements manifest in the body: koshas (sheaths) and doshas (constitutions)
♦ The ayurvedic clock: the hour, season, and stages of life
Suggested additional reading: The Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy, by Pandit Rajmani Tigunait
Note: Units 1 to 3 can be taken as independent… Register Instructions: visit embraceyoga4life.com to register.
Friday, July 12, 2013 – Sunday, July 14, 2013.
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway Arnold, MD 21012
www.embraceyoga4life.com
lynn.yoga4life@gmail.com.
Ayurveda 101 Immersion
Health/Wellness
Presenter: Kathryn Templeton and Carrie Demers, MD. Description: Join us to learn the ayurvedic blueprint for living a healthy and joyful life! We will guide you step by step to develop an easy-to-follow personal plan to manage daily self-care. We will practice cooking nutritious and tasty ayurvedic food, and teach you daily yoga and meditation practices. By the end of our immersion, you will have a basic understanding of how ayurveda can support your physical health, mental clarity, and enjoyment of your life. Tuition: $399. Register Instructions: Call to Register - 1-800-822-4547 #2. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 – Sunday, July 21, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Yoga Nidra and the Art of Relaxation
Meditation
Presenter: Rolf Sovik, PsyD. Description: The distinctive practice of yoga nidra (yogic sleep) was brought from the cave monasteries of the Himalayas by Swami Rama, founder of the Himalayan Institute. Among all the techniques of yoga and meditation, this practice is unique. It combines relaxation and meditation techniques with an unusual approach to body awareness called "Exercise Without Movement." The result is a process of traveling deeply within. Benefits of the practice include relaxation of the heart and skeletal muscles, systematic stress re… Register Instructions: Free - Register now. Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, July 19, 2013 – Sunday, July 21, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
SAGE: Your Powerful Life™ (Part II)
Philosophy
Presenter: Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, PhD. Description: Continuation of SAGE: Your Powerful Life™. More details coming soon.
Open to Living Tantra 6-seminar course (AAP, DVD, or live) and Essence of Living Tantra weekend seminar (May 24-26, 2013) participants.
Space is limited. Tuition: $108. Register Instructions: Call 1-800-822-4547 #2.
Sunday, July 21, 2013 – Friday, July 26, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Essence of Living Tantra
Philosophy
Presenter: Pandit Rajmani Tigunait. Description: Explore the spirit of tantra, and gather the tools for your personal empowerment and inner healing. Focusing on the essence of the Living Tantra Series, this workshop highlights practices for awakening the innate wisdom of your body and the immense power of your mind. This course also prepares you to attend and benefit from the advanced teachings of tantra offered in Sage Program-Your Powerful Life. The curriculum includes review of the basic principles of tantric philosophy; practices to boost your… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, July 26, 2013 – Sunday, July 28, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Self-Transformation Program
Residential
Presenter: HI Faculty. Description: Learn and practice the proven techniques for transforming your habits and creating a healthier lifestyle in the Institute’s community of dedicated spiritual seekers. This powerful one-month to three-month residential program is designed to make you self-reliant and self-confident as you experience personal growth at all levels. During the week you can participate in hatha yoga classes, breathing and relaxation practicums, guided meditation practice, and progressive study sessions on the body, breath,… Tuition: $850. Register Instructions: Call our Residential Office at 570-253-5551, ext 3018.
Thursday, August 1, 2013 – Monday, August 26, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Driven From Distraction: How to Sustain Focus in Your Life
Meditation
Presenter: Susan Taylor, PhD. Description: Part of the Feeling Good Matters Program, Imagine that you have the ability to direct changes in your brain, utilize your energy in a calm and focused way, and finish what you have set out to do. You have overcome distractedness, lulls in motivation, and you know what to do next. Blending cutting-edge Western nutritional neuroscience with yogic and ayuvedic principles, this innovative seminar will explore the relationship between food nutrients, neurochemicals, and your mental state. Combine this with yoga… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 2, 2013 – Sunday, August 4, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Dynamics of Meditation
Meditation
Presenter: Himalayan Institute Faculty. Description: Everything you need to cultivate a meaningful happy life is already within you. We've been helping people understand the practice and benefits of meditation for the past 30 years. Learn to cultivate a comfortable sitting posture, establish a breathing pattern to quiet the mind, and explore the source of mental chatter and how to minimize it. Then develop a personal plan for sustaining and deepening your meditation practice. Suggested Study: Meditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama; Moving Inward: The… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 2, 2013 – Sunday, August 4, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
500-Hour Summer Segment: Yoga Teacher Certification Program
Professional Trainings
Presenter: HI Faculty. Description: We are pleased to offer a new and enhanced advanced teacher training program in three ten-day segments (Spring, Summer, Fall). This program is a fully integrated training designed to explore yoga in depth and address the individual needs of participants. The revised format will include a new segment on the healing and therapeutic applications of yoga.
The 500-Hour Yoga Teacher training is available to yoga teachers of all traditions who want to further their study and deepen their practice and teaching… Tuition: $1599 - all inclusive (tuition, application fee, books/materials, accommodations, Premium Membership). Register Instructions: Learn more.
Friday, August 2, 2013 – Sunday, August 11, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Pancha Karma
Total Health Center
Presenter: Carrie Demers, MD, and HI Faculty. Description: Come enjoy ayurveda’s quintessential cleansing and rejuvenation treatment. Pancha karma promotes healing and renewal by eliminating toxins and restoring the free flow of energy in the body. The four-day program includes: Ayurvedic consultation with our holistic physician, Daily ayurvedic massage, oil treatments, and steam therapy, Daily hatha yoga and meditation instruction, Biofeedback session, A light cleansing diet, Various ayurvedic cleansing techniques (as prescribed), Evening lectures on ayurveda,… Tuition: $1750, which includes all of the services above. A $500 desposit is required at registration. Register Instructions: Call to register - 570-647-1500.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013 – Sunday, August 11, 2013.
HI Total Health Center
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431.
Ayurveda and Pranayama
Health/Wellness
Presenter: Kathryn Templeton and Sarah Goddard. Description: Pranayama is a sutra, or thread, that weaves together the mind and body, the soul and the physical. We will explore the relationship of the breath to body and mind from both the ayurvedic and yogic perspectives. These two sister sciences have different goals, and use pranayama specifically for various effects. We will explore medicinal uses of pranayama from the ayurvedic perspective, practice pranayama combined with asana, and learn stand-alone pranayama practices that serve deep relaxation and meditation. Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 9, 2013 – Sunday, August 11, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Embodying the Scriptures: An Exploration of Yogic Texts in Hatha Practice
Philosophy
Presenter: Karina Ayn Mirsky. Description: Yoga practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of yoga are often guided to read classic texts like the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. These Sanskrit scriptures have numerous translations and commentaries which can be intimidating to new readers. Even after years of study, we may grasp the concepts of a text but still have little understanding of how to put those teachings into practice on the mat. Join Karina for a weekend of study and practice, and explore the true… Register Instructions: and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 16, 2013 – Sunday, August 18, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Yoga & Psychology: Meditation Weekend Teacher Training
Offsite
Presenter: Rolf Sovik, PsyD. Register Instructions: Email info@devanadiyoga.com or Call 612-926-8250 for more information.
Friday, August 16, 2013 – Sunday, August 18, 2013.
Devanadi Yoga
2822 W. 43 St
Minneapolis, MN 55140
612-926-8250.
The Art of Meditation and a Workshop for Teachers
Offsite
Presenter: Sandra Anderson. Description: The Art of Meditation: An Inner Pilgrimage August 17, 1-5 pm Tuition $50, The sacred is everywhere, and yet special circumstances, places and practices can help reveal the veiled depths of our own lives. Enjoy stories of pilgrimages to the sacred sites of India, and begin your own pilgrimage to the sacred inner space of the body, mind and heart. We’ll practice asana from the energetic point of view to awaken the inner body and anchor the mind, and explore meditation as a means to make the journey from the… Tuition: $50 for each workshop. Register Instructions: Register by calling 412-344-7434.
Saturday, August 17, 2013 – Sunday, August 18, 2013.
Himalayan Institute Pittsburgh
300 Beverly Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-7434.
Essence of the Yoga Sutra
Philosophy
Presenter: Pandit Rajmani Tigunait. Description: Profound and provocative, the Yoga Sutra is the quintessential text of yoga. Its terse aphorisms hold the distillation of the secret wisdom of millennia, and the key to freedom from suffering of every kind. Drawing on his mastery of the original language of the text and a deep understanding of its cultural context, as well as his life-long spiritual training and practice, Panditji will explore with us selections from the sutra particularly relevant to our lives. We'll study translations and commentary from… Register Instructions: and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 23, 2013 – Sunday, August 25, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Pancha Karma
Total Health Center
Presenter: Carrie Demers, MD, and HI Faculty. Description: Come enjoy ayurveda’s quintessential cleansing and rejuvenation treatment. Pancha karma promotes healing and renewal by eliminating toxins and restoring the free flow of energy in the body. The four-day program includes: Ayurvedic consultation with our holistic physician, Daily ayurvedic massage, oil treatments, and steam therapy, Daily hatha yoga and meditation instruction, Biofeedback session, A light cleansing diet, Various ayurvedic cleansing techniques (as prescribed), Evening lectures on ayurveda,… Tuition: $1750, which includes all of the services above. A $500 desposit is required at registration. Register Instructions: Call to register - 570-647-1500.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013 – Sunday, September 1, 2013.
HI Total Health Center
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431.
Yoga for Anxiety: Soothing the System and Cultivating Harmony
Asana
Presenter: Kathy Ornish. Description: It's been a bad day in the office. You're rushing home to fix dinner and you're tired, impatient, and irritated, and now you're stuck in a traffic jam. What can we do about the tension, restlessness, and agitation that arise in our everyday lives? How do we bring balance, clarity, and connection to our lives? Learn the therapeutic techniques of Viniyoga, through lecture and practice, to decrease muscular tension, improve mood, gain self-awareness, affect thought patterns, examine lifestyle choices, and cult… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 30, 2013 – Sunday, September 1, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Relaxation and Meditation: Lessons for All Level Students
Meditation
Presenter: Rolf Sovik, PsyD, and Himalayan Institute Faculty. Description: Labor Day. Could there be a better occasion for practicing meditation? The stress-relieving and uplifting methods of yoga offer a perfect start to the Fall. Learn how to use light stretching and systematic relaxation to soften muscle tensions in your head, neck, and shoulders. Use systematic training to become the effortless witness of your breath. Along the way, gently release tensions that have become embedded in your breathing and nervous system. Discover how the senses can be trained to follow the mind… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, August 30, 2013 – Sunday, September 1, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Self-Transformation Program
Residential
Presenter: HI Faculty. Description: Learn and practice the proven techniques for transforming your habits and creating a healthier lifestyle in the Institute’s community of dedicated spiritual seekers. This powerful one-month to three-month residential program is designed to make you self-reliant and self-confident as you experience personal growth at all levels. During the week you can participate in hatha yoga classes, breathing and relaxation practicums, guided meditation practice, and progressive study sessions on the body, breath,… Tuition: $850. Register Instructions: Call our Residential Office at 570-253-5551, ext 3018.
Thursday, September 5, 2013 – Monday, September 30, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Vibrant Aging: Yoga for 50+
Asana
Presenter: Deborah Willoughby, Carrie Demers, MD, and Shari Friedrichsen. Description: Learn how to make the second half of your life joyful, fulfilling, and fruitful. Our trio of talented teachers will help you discover how to enhance your physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual purpose as you master the art of aging. We will examine our ingrained misconceptions about aging, explore the ayurvedic approach to increasing vitality and tempering the effects of time, and practice yoga techniques for increasing flexibility, improving digestion, promoting restful sleep, awakening inner stren… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, September 6, 2013 – Sunday, September 8, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Dynamics of Meditation
Meditation
Presenter: Himalayan Institute Faculty. Description: Everything you need to cultivate a meaningful happy life is already within you. We've been helping people understand the practice and benefits of meditation for the past 30 years. Learn to cultivate a comfortable sitting posture, establish a breathing pattern to quiet the mind, and explore the source of mental chatter and how to minimize it. Then develop a personal plan for sustaining and deepening your meditation practice. Suggested Study: Meditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama; Moving Inward: The… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, September 6, 2013 – Sunday, September 8, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
HI Certified Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist Training Unit 3: Improving Our Digestion of Foods, Thoughts, and Actions
Professional Trainings
Presenter: Kathryn Templeton and Sarah Goddard. Description: IMPROVING OUR DIGESTION OF FOODS, THOUGHTS, AND ACTIONS
Topics Covered:
Agni, Ama and digestion according to the pancha kosha model. You will leave with a thorough understanding of Ayurveda as it relates to Food and Digestion.
♦ The six tastes and proper diet
♦ Internal and external practices to regulate agni
♦ Developing clinical awareness of asana, pranayama, meditation and diet/lifestyle as it relates to digestion and assimilation.
♦ Learn how to make ghee,… Tuition: $349. Register Instructions: Call to Register - 800-822-4547.
Thursday, September 12, 2013 – Sunday, September 15, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.
Exploring the Chakras through Asanas
Asana
Presenter: Shari Friedrichsen. Description: Experientially understanding the body, mind, and emotions through the chakra system can move us toward a deep and abiding inner healing, and awaken that innate but dormant spiritual energy, kundalini shakti. Explore how asanas, bandhas, and pranayama work with the chakras to strengthen vital energy, calm the mind, and clear negative emotions, invoking compassion and friendliness in relation to ourselves and others. Invite your innate spiritual energy to be more present in daily life and turn toward inner… Register Instructions: Become a Premium Member and attend this (and most other) programs tuition-free for a year! Premium Members: Free - Register now. Seminar Schedule: Sample Weekend Seminar Schedule.
Friday, September 13, 2013 – Sunday, September 15, 2013.
Himalayan Institute.