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Matej Jurenka

Born in Bratislava, Slovakia, Matej is of western Slavic origin. At the age of 20 he became deeply inspired by the book "Light on Yoga" by B.K.S.Iyengar. He began practicing Yoga, incorporating Yogic and Tantric techniques into his own daily sadhana practice, as well as adopting the eight-limb concept of Ashtanga Yoga as explained by the sage Patanjali.

For over 3 years Matej lived and traveled in India spending extensive time in Mysore studying with Shree Jayakumar Swamishree and Shree Bharath Shetty. He is inspired by Hindu mythology, tantra, and the power of bhakti. He also dedicates his time to the studies of shamanic healing related to different countries including ritual practices from the indigenous cultures in Central and South America. He recently spends extensive time every year in the rainforests of Peru partaking in devotional practices to deepen his knowledge of shamanic healing.

Matej is known world wide for his very accomplished asana practice along with his ability to ever refine the more subtle practices that comprise yoga. He has shared his experience through workshops, retreats and classes since 2001 in Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, Africa, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, and Thailand.

He teaches all levels of yoga with equal dedication and passion, promoting spiritual and mental inquiry to cultivate personal manifestation. He is devoted to Mother Earth, environmental and ecological solutions, social justice and peace.

Matej is the founder of Shrivatsa Yoga - a unique method of realizing the full human potential through Yoga as the vehicle.

Matej and the Shrivatsa Yoga System Website from here


Matej Jurenka

 

Matej Jurenka

Shrivatsa Yoga Workshop

Febrary 20-21, 2010

In this Shrivatsa workshop Matej will touch on different aspects of asana and introduce unique vinyasa sequencing. Tantric kriyas, bandhas, mudras & pranayama will be introduced to touch on the more subtle aspects of the practice and how they can be used to heal the body and soothe the miind through cleansing the subtle energetic channels (nadis). This entire workshop reflects several years of the developing a unique system introducing the integration of subtle yoga practices. Beginner and advanced practioners of any yoga system will greatly benefit from these teachings.

The symbol of “Shrivatsa” symbolizes the “infinite knot” and nature of existence without beginning or ending. It reflects a deeper state of meditation in which we realize the cyclic existence of all things. Shrivatsa Yoga is about connecting to the deeper layers of consciousness so as to realize full human potential.

Course space Limited. Confirmation by advanced booking only.

Workshop Package Price: 15,000JPY (YogaJaya Members get 5% off)

Module 1: Introduction to the Shrivatsa Yoga System

February 20th 08:00-10:30, 5,500yen
* YogaJaya Members receive 5% off

This module will begin with a talk on yoga in relation to a modern interpretation of Patanjali's yoga sutras. Asana will introduce the unique Shrivatsa Sun and Moon salutation sequences. Each salutation starts and finishes with a corresponding mantra to activate the subtle vibrations of each of the 5 elements. These Sun and Moon salutations have been specially designed to open the Anahata (heart) chakra and to revitalize and rejuvenate the entire body.

Module 2: Cleansing the Subtle Energetic Channels: Kriya, Bandha, Pranayama, Mudra

February 20th 19:00-21:30, 5,500yen
* YogaJaya Members receive 5% off

This complex of exercises is orientated to strengthen the neuro-muscular system and cleanse the energetic channels (nadis), bringing harmony to body and mind. Bandhas, pranayama, kriya and mudra are introduced to raise sensitivity in practice by increasing the inner heat in the body to awaken the kindling flow of energy. The module will conclude with a deep-guided relaxation.

Module 3: Guiding the Energy: Back Bending - Confluence in Asana

February 21st 08:00-10:30, 5,500yen
* YogaJaya Members receive 5% off

Matej is known around the world for his understanding of beck bending asana. This Module will focus on back bending in a unique vinyasa sequence combined with pranayama techniques and mudras. Matej will elaborate on the lower back and shoulder opening postures with step-by-step instructions and demonstrations. This sequence of asana is particularly designed to gradually increase strength, and improve flexibility as the main components to economizing the overall movement of energy.

 

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