Acrobatic/Partner Yoga Friday Evenings 6:00 - 8 pm with Hannah Pierce

Acrobatic/Partner Yoga was developed as a blend between the asanas of Hatha Yoga, the spiritual mind of Tantra Yoga, and the spry nature of traditional acrobatics and gymnastics. AcroYoga has been growing in popularity throughout the United States for the past decade, not only for its challenging aspects, but also for its therapeutic benefits. The class will incorporate partner stretching and strengthening exercises, as well as the basic practices of therapeutic flying and basing. As we continue expect this class to grow into the more advanced practices of acrobatic flying and counter-balances. No experience required, however be prepared for multiple inversions, back bends, and balancing exercises; and always, be prepared to PLAY!

Hannah has been practicing yoga for over 5 years and got her start with the practice of Acrobatic Yoga. She is currently a student of UNM Taos working towards her LMT and Bachelor’s degree. Originally from New England she moved to New Mexico in August of 2011 and plans to stay until she can attend a midwifery apprenticeship in Taos.

This class is a donation class,with a suggested donation of $5-$15. Members Welcome!

 

Tantra Workshop and Puja  with Whitney Wheelock

Saturday June 23rd (1-6 pm and 8-10 pm)

Yoga Sutras Unraveled 1 with Nicolai Bachman

September 15 & 16, 2012

1 pm to 6 pm

The Yoga Sutras define yoga by explaining the nature of human consciousness in a series of compact seed-like sutras. The middle of chapter 2, beginning with the eight limbs of yoga, is the easiest and most appropriate place to enter this text. During the presentation, Nicolai will teach directly from the Sanskrit sutras. We will chant each sutra, then break it down word-by-word and discuss what it means and how it applies to our lives in this society.

Overview of the Yoga Sutras: History, Structure, and Key Concepts
Outer Behavior: Yama-s, Shaucha and Santosha
Personal Practices: Kriya-Yoga, Asana and Pranayama
Inner Development: Pratyahara and Samyama

Nicolai has been teaching Sanskrit, chanting, Yoga philosophy and Ayurveda since 1994. He has a knack for synthesizing and organizing complex topics into simple and understandable presentations. His education combines informal, traditional study with the academic rigor of university classes. He has studied extensively at the American Sanskrit Institute, the Ayurvedic Institute, the American Institute of Vedic Studies and the Vedic Chant Center. He holds an M.A. in Eastern Philosophy, an M.S. in Nutrition, and is eRYT500 certified.

Nicolai has authored several Sanskrit book/CD learning tools including 108 Sanskrit Flash Cards, The Language of Ayurveda, and by Sounds True, The Language of Yoga and The Yoga Sutras: An Essential Guide to the Heart of Yoga Philosophy, and The Path of the Yoga Sutras. www.SanskritSounds.com

Early Bird Registration by August 1, 2012 $160. Registration after August 1, 2010 is $200. (Cancellation fee of $50 by August 1^st no refund after)

To register please contact Nina for Santosha Yoga at 575-770-5430 amoredgns@qwestoffice.net.

 Santosha has partnered with the University of New Mexico in offering a 200 Yoga Alliance Teacher Training and Professional Continuing Education

Please go to link for more information: http://taos.unm.edu