Pranayama is the extension, suspension & untying of this life-force. When it is liberated it can awaken deep states of consciousness which we experience as stillness and an alert presence. The awakening of this subtle force when directed inwards can lead us towards the potential and true greatness of our being, beyond the limited conditioned self. This is the state of 'Yoga' described in Patanjali's sutras. A deep meditative state of 'being' not doing.
The effective management of your breath helps develop emotional strength and balance in our very stressful world. How we breathe also impacts on the function of every cell in our body and so our health and wellbeing.
These weekend workshops are perfect for practitioners and teachers wanting to deepen their knowledge and experience the power of their breath as a way to relax body and mind, as well as using the breath as an essential tool for meditation.
"Studying how to manage the breath & Pranayama has not only changed my approach to Yoga Asana, but also become a valuable tool for stress management in my everyday life. Vicki’s wealth of knowledge and nurturing approach to teaching, creates a safe and encouraging environment in which to explore the subtleties of our body. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in anxiety/stress management and also yoga practitioners interested in moving their practice to a deeper level."
Kerri McKenna
Don't underestimate the power of your breath when you learn how to switch your breathing from shallow to deep diaphragmatic breathing, it has immense benefits for body and mind. This workshop is aimed at complete beginners but also it is perfect for teachers wanting to deepen their knowledge. Pranayama reduces anxiety, depression insomnia, production of stress hormones and increases a sense of peacefulness towards yourself and others.
This workshop will give you all the tools you need to begin everyday with some simple breath work, progressing onto simple Pranayama.
The practice of Pranayama; the ability to prolong and control the physical act of breathing, it is deeply therapeutic, and can be considered a tool to help you bring about physical health, increased awareness, calmness and clarity over one’s mind. It is the 4th limb of Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga and therefore stands at the very heart of Yoga, and yet it is little understood and rarely taught in any depth in regular weekly classes. Asana alone is rarely enough to achieve the state of “Yoga”.
The practice of asana, pranayama and meditation should be integrated , they should inform and complement one another.
With step by step instruction you will develop a self practice and will therefore be encouraged to teach Pranayama from your own experience.
You will be required to develop a self practice journal, additional reading and will be mentored through practice , attendance of 3 weekends is required with additional home practice and reading.
SYLLABUS CONTENT
You will learn how working with the breath is an important foundation of any practice. Pranayama can be a both a tool for health and also in mastering the mind. It is correct and effective breathing that aids yoga asana, reduces stress and much more. With step by step instruction you will develop a self practice. You will learn the importance of preparatory exercises together with 6 of the classic techniques.
Upon completion, you will understand the nature of the:
Inhale, Exhale, and Retention
Difference between simple breathing and Pranayama
Therapeutic & spiritual value of each Pranayama
Preps and Kriyas
The importance and anatomy of the pelvic floor
Science of the breath and its affect on the nervous system
Bandhas Mudras and Mantras
Correct performance of each Pranayama
How to guide someone in basic breathing
The 8 limbs of Patanjali Yoga
Hatha Yoga -The process of Sun and Moon
Kundalini, What is it how do we access it?
With step by step instruction you will be guided through a self practice and will therefore be encouraged to teach Pranayama from your own experience.
You will be required to develop a self practice journal, additional reading and will be mentored through practice, attendance of 3 weekends is required with additional home practice and reading.
You will be registered with YAP on the date you commence and graduate after completing all three weekends in succession, this is non-transferable and non-refundable ( once commenced) .
You will learn how working with the breath is an important foundation of any practice. Pranayama can be a both a tool for health and also in mastering the mind. It is correct and effective breathing that aids yoga asana, reduces stress and much more. With step by step instruction you will develop a self practice . You will learn the importance of preparatory exercises together with six of the classic techniques.
Upon completion, you will understand the nature of the:
_Inhale, Exhale, and Retention
_Correct performance of each Pranayama
_How to guide someone in basic breathing
_Science of the breath and its affect on the nervous system.
SATURDAY
10:30- 3PM
Understanding the importance of deep breathing the management of the breath and how it affects the nervous system, using the preparatory exercises that address tension built up in the diaphragm, abdomen and jaw, helping to liberate the breath and the life force energy. Introduction of simple pranayama practice . The science and philosophy will be fully explained.
Science & Philosophy and Mantra Recitation
SUNDAY
10:30- 3PM
Building on the understanding of day one with further pranayama techniques including advancing practice for existing students. Understanding which asana helps to restore the nervous system and help the panic movement of energy through the spinal column.
In the afternoon , Asana practice . mantra recitation working with the subtle prank energies to further deepen the meditative techniques of the weekend.Ending with a Yoga Nidra, yoga sleep to experience the stillness of body and mind.
FULL DAY £40
Space limited to 12 students booking of both days will take priority at a cost of £75
ONE WEEKEND £75
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