Jason Birch & Jacqueline Hargreaves
Hatha Yoga: An Integrated Practice
Saturdays & Sundays, August 2008
If you desire abundant vitality and the strength to embrace all that life may offer, the practice of Hatha Yoga is a priceless jewel, for it teaches us that the mind and spirit can be shaped by directly shaping the body. The connections are irrefutable; physical stillness is mental equipoise; strength is courage and lightness is joy. This workshop aims to present the full scope of Hatha Yoga, as described in the ancient texts, laying the foundations with cleansing practices (kriyas) and postures (asana), and deepening the experience by introducing breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation (dhyana). The material will culminate to form a complete practice, which may be varied according to individual needs and circumstances, to bring about profound transformation.
Course space Limited. Confirmation by advanced booking only.
Workshop Package Price: 43,000JPY
(YogaJaya Members get 5% off)
Early Bird Offer : Those who have booked and completed their payment by June 30th will receive a workshop package price of 40,000JPY + YogaJaya membership (*) of 6,000JPY!
* Those who purchased a membership will receive an e-voucher to present at YogaJaya. Membership will start from the day when a multi-pass ticket is purchased together with the presentation of the voucher.
* Membership entitles students up to 70% off all class and workshop pricing. YogaJaya members receive a free YogaJaya T-shirt!
Course Curriculum:
Weekend 1: KRIYAS Cleansing the Body Pure
– Saturday August 2: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
– Sunday August 3: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
* YogaJaya Memebers receive 5% off
Explore the traditional cleansing practices (Kriyas) of Hatha Yoga. This module will include an overview of the 6 cleansing practices as described in the main Hatha Yoga Texts; a demonstration of Jala Neti, Sutra Neti and Danda Dhauti; and step-by-step instruction on the practice of Trataka, Kapalabhati and Nauli (with many variations). Traditionally, the Kriyas were taught before Asanas, to those who suffered excessive phlegm (i.e. Kapha imbalances) and fat. The Kriyas are particularly useful for certain sinus, throat, eye, stomach, lung and digestive tract problems. They make the body shine from within!
Weekend 2: KRIYAS + ASANA Strengthening the Body
– Saturday August 9: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
– Sunday August 10: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
* YogaJaya Memebers receive 5% off
Kriyas (cleansing practices) and Asana (postures) will be combined to form a practice to improve your overall health and vitality. In the first session, we create a strong sense of lightness and openness in the body using an integrated practice of Kapalabhati and Nauli, followed by a dynamic practice of Standing Poses, Arm Balancing and Inversions. In the second session, we will strengthen the bodyfs earth element making it still, steady and calm using a Yin Yoga practice that will leave the body feeling rejuvenated. The combined effect of both the Yang (dynamic) and Yin (static) practices will be an enlightened and steady the body.
Weekend 3: KRIYAS + ASANA + PRANAYAMA Balancing the Nervous System
– Saturday August 16: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
– Sunday August 17: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
* YogaJaya Memebers receive 5% off
Pranayama (breathing exercises) are integral to the practice of the ancient art of Hatha Yoga. Over this module, we will focus on exploring various Pranayama techniques and how they may be used for different effects. In the first session, dynamic Kriyas (cleansing practices) and Asanas (postures) will be combined to prepare for the balancing Pranayama of Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) and cooling breath of Shitali Pranayama, inducing a deep state of relaxation. The second session will integrate dynamic Kriyas and the heating Pranayama of Bhastrika (bellows breath) and Khumbhakas (breath retentions). This will assist in softening and opening the body in preparation for the practice of Asanas.
Weekend 4: KRIYAS + ASANA + PRANAYAMA + MEDITATION Mastering the Mind
– Saturday August 23: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
– Sunday August 24: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
* YogaJaya Memebers receive 5% off
Develop your gift of seeing clearly and feeling deeply! Meditation is the jewel of Hatha Yoga. This module will focus on the fundamental instructions for practicing Meditation - posture, breath and technique. We will investigate the Hatha Yoga techniques most helpful for settling the body, breath and mind in preparation for Meditation. You will develop an understanding of the various ways that Kriyas (cleansing practices), Asanas (postures) and Pranayama (breathing exercises) can be used to support a Meditation practice. Touch the earth with a steady hand and open heart.
Weekend 5: KRIYAS + ASANA + PRANAYAMA + MEDITATION The Integrated Practice of Hatha Yoga
– Saturday August 30: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
– Sunday August 31: 08:00-10:30 5,000JPY
* YogaJaya Memebers receive 5% off
Letfs pull it all together in an integrated practice of Hatha Yoga. The final module will draw on the material taught in the previous modules, to create a complete practice. The aim will be to sit in meditation at the end of each session with the body as steady as the earth and the mind as open as the sky!
For bookings, please complete the online form below.
For more details, please call:
Tel: 03-5784-3622
Fax: 03-5784-3623
Online booking form
*Please fill out the information below.In order to secure a space you are required to pay full by payment due date. Payment can be made directly at YogaJaya or via local bank transfer. Details to be provided upon the booking request.
- Yoga mats will not be provided for the workshop. Do not forget to bring your mat!
- All classes will start at the exact time listed. It is required to show up 30 minutes prior to register your attendance.
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