YogaJaya aims to offer a balanced approach to yoga. YogaJaya therefore regularly invites top international teachers of different styles and backgrounds to visit and teach in Tokyo. Such workshops will be conducted primarily in English, but with Japanese interpreters. Workshop attendance is subject to availability and space, so students should make an advanced booking.

Jason Birch & Jacqueline Hargreaves

Morning Practice Immersion

Every Tuesday to Friday 07:00-08:20 - September & October

The essence of Yoga is daily practice, and a morning practice sets the tone for the rest of the day. Yet, it takes some understanding and skill to develop a practice that leaves one feeling refreshed, with the mind, calm and clear, for the day ahead.

The morning practice immersions will focus on cleansing and breathing techniques that generate heat with minimal effort, and then a sequence of asanas that facilitates the practice of Uddiyana bandha (gently drawing the abdomen in and up). The aim will be to avoid over-exertion while enjoying the invigorating effects of these practices. Each student shall be encouraged to work with variations and different sequences so that they might discover their own, most effective way of practicing.

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Clive Sheridan

Workshop & Retreat

Weekend Workshop September 4-5, 2010

Mitake Mountain Retreat September 6-12, 2010

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The History of Yoga Course with Jason Birch

4 Sundays 12:40-14:10 - September 5, 12, 19, 26

The aim of this course is to present the history of Indian Yoga, while attempting to answer questions that are relevant to those practicing Modern Yoga. If one knows something about the history of today's Yoga, it becomes easier to understand doctrinal differences between Indian Yoga systems and the various teachings of Gurus, and to avoid the mistake of thinking that one system of Yoga is the best because its the oldest.

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Health, Happiness and Hatha Yoga Course with Jacqueline Hargreaves

8 Mondays 20:30-22:00 - September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25

In this 8 week course, we will investigate how the practices of Hatha Yoga can be used to bring out the best in you! Each week will include a topical discussion followed by a practice designed specifically to produce certain effects, with the aim to establish and build upon a regular personalised practice. We will look at our constitution, current habits and lifestyle, and then discuss the repertoire of tools (such as kriyas, asana, pranayama, mudras and meditation).

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David Swenson

Ashtanga yoga workshop & 40 Hour Teacher Training

Workshop September 17-19, 2010

40 Hour 1st Series Teacher Training September 20-26, 2010

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Hatha Yoga Basic Course with Asako Ota

7 Saturdays 16:50-18:20 - September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Practicing Hatha yoga affects us in various ways. By directly working on the physical body, we come to understand our body and ourselves without needing to make comparisons to other people.

In this course, we use the elements of Hatha yoga to experience how beginners can deepen their practice mainly from a physical perspective by applying physical concepts as well as theory to discover the potential effects of Hatha yoga over seven weeks.

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Patrick Oancia at yogafest 2010

September 24 & 25

In his 5th year at Japan's YogaFest Yoga Conference In Yokohama, Patrick will introduce the following workshops:

September 24th 11:00-12:30 -
Discovering the Depth of Your Practice:
different ideas on how to share your knowledge as a teacher (For Teachers)

September 25th 11:00-12:30 -
Practice With Joy and Ease:
being connected with your inner voice (All Levels)

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Jason Birch

Hatha Yoga: A Complete Practice

October 2-3, 2010

Many styles of Modern Yoga tend to emphasise one auxiliary (anga) of practice. Some focus on asanas, others, meditation. This workshop aims to demonstrate that one can combine cleansing practices, asanas, pranayama and meditation to enjoy a broad range of benefits and to gain a greater ability to vary and adapt the practice according to one's needs. By practising a broad range of techniques in a particular sequence, students will see how all the auxiliaries fit together and how each one is essential for the others.

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Practice Immersion with Jacqueline Hargreaves

Yin Yoga: A Silent Practice

5 Sundays 12:40-14:10 - October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Experienced practitioners will enjoy delving deep within to discover the benefits of moving slowly, practicing quietly and promoting stillness. This 5 week immersion will use the principles of Yin Yoga to heighten sensory awareness and clarity of perception. Our primary focus will be to develop the skills necessary to find freedom from physical and mental tension that allows the body to rest, heal and rejuvenate.

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The Art and Science of Adjusting: Part 2

YogaJaya Adjustment Immersion
with Patrick Oancia

for YogaJaya Teacher Training Graduates

10 Wednesdays 18:30-20:00 - October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8

Adjustments to yoga poses come in a variety of forms including physical, verbal, and energetic.

To physically adjust a student in a safe and effective way requires a good working knowledge of postural alignment, basic anatomy, and sensitivity of touch.

This immersion aims to introduce dynamics of adjusting at an introductory level in a safe and effective way.

Participants will learn and experiment with examples from different pose groups to bring greater awareness to anatomical dynamics that apply to practice.

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Iva Drtina-Hall

Heart Flow Yoga: Opening Oneself to the Present Moment

October 16-17, 2010

This workshop focuses on opening the shoulders, chest, heart and ultimately opening oneself. We will explore our willingness to be aware of all parts of ourselves- the light and the dark, and to look at the full spectrum of emotions, sensations and thoughts that arise as our true selves begin to be revealed.

We will look at the possibility of staying in the flow and to look at everything that arises with fresh eyes, openness and freedom.

Our goal is to accept ourselves and our reality as we are and respond with love and truth.

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Dave Dobson

Moving Forward: Tools for Transformation

October 25-28, 2010

Most of us operate on autopilot, employing old habits in the hope that we will achieve the change that has been eluding us. The truth is, if we aren’t getting what we want out of life, be that personal health, a rewarding job, or meaningful relationships, then something has to change. By understanding how life works, we can take a path of constructive development by making the right choices, saying the right things, and responding to life’s challenges in a way that results in positive outcomes, instead of painful experiences.

Dave will be drawing on Ayurvedic principles interpreted in a contemporary way, as well as nutrition, psychology, and communication ethics to provide participants with practical tools they can use to improve the quality of their lives.

These workshops will be open to all. Modules 3 and 4 will develop and extend areas covered by Dave in the YogaJaya teacher training program, so if you are a YogaJaya teacher training graduate who enjoyed Dave’s classes, there will be something here for you also.

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Jacqueline Hargreaves

Tranquility Within: Yin Yoga

October 30-31, 2010

This workshop will develop your skills of observation, sensitivity and intuitive responsiveness in order to cultivate tranquility within. We will nourish the meridians in the upper and lower body by using a sequence of floor poses that directly enhances the movement and distribution of vitality. This rejuvenating practice will elicit your body’s natural healing response to repair and balance areas of focus. It might be described as “taking your acupuncturist with you to yoga!”

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Exploring Expression and Creativity through Movement Course with Satoko Horie

8 Mondays 20:30-22:00 - November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6, 13, 20

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Mark Shveima

Hridaya Bindu: The Balancing Point of the Heart

November 13-14, 2010

Hridaya means “heart”. Bindu is a point in time and space. Mark will offer a two-day exploration of the concept of the balancing point of the heart in the yoga practice.

Mark will teach you alignment principles from the Anusara Yoga tradition. These principles will be presented in an intelligent, sequential way to increase your understanding of how to maximize your strength and flexibility, and find the center point of any balance. This understanding will bring greater focus to the mind. With that focus you can begin to penetrate your emotional center, and experience equanimity even in the face of challenges that may arise, both on and off your mat.

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