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In person 1 September 2023 - Kule Yoga & Ayurveda, Pasadena, CA
Sukshma Yoga – Weekend Workshops
Join me for this in-person Sukshma Yoga weekend in Pasadena, California!
Sept 1 - 3, 2023
MEDITATIONS FROM SRI YANTRA – AN INTRODUCTION
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023, 5:00 – 8:00PM
Sri Yantra is an ancient geometrical representation of evolution, involution, and sustenance from Tantric and Upanishadic Indian texts. As a sacred tool, it is utilized to center the mind in auspiciousness, peace, and abundance through the practice of meditation, mantra, and mudras. Learn the meaning, purpose, and application of the wisdom of Sri Yantra.
Practices of Sri Yantra in this Introductory Session:
(+) Trikona Shakti Pranayama
(+) Body as Sri Yantra Meditation
(+) Sri Yantra Mantra Japa
THE GLORY OF GAYATRI: THE MAHA MANTRA
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2023, 9:00 – 5:00PM (LUNCH 12-2P)
Gayatri Mantra is the mother of all mantras in the Vedas. It is equated with light, wisdom, and insight. Being one of the most ancient mantras from Rig Veda, it holds a primordial vibration of intelligence. When practiced as sadhana, it has the power to invoke prana, tejas, and ojas in the practitioner. Gayatri Mantra has several interpretations, variations, and connections to Vedic as well as Tantric texts. Learn the four non-negotiables of Gayatri Mantra: phonetics, grammar, ritual, and etymology. When the meaning is learned in context, it brings out a sense of reverence and devotion which are primary ingredients for sadhana. Apart from the meaning, we focus on important principles like importance of and practice of proper pronunciation, methods of japa, best times for sadhana, etc. Gayatri Mantra, when combined with nyasa, pranayama, and 32 hand mudras leads to experiential awareness and realization of this light within. Handouts will be provided (through email) to follow along and for reference.
In this workshop, learn:
(+) What is Gayatri Mantra
(+) Word-by-word meaning of the mantra and its symbolic meaning
(+) Textual references and Story of Gayatri Mantra
(+) Six Parts of Gayatri Mantra
(+) Rules of proper pronunciation
(+) Gayatri Dhyanam: Invocation of the Panchmukhi Gayatri
(+) Types of japa, use of japa mala, and Japa dos and don’ts
(+) Word-by-word meaning of the mantra and its symbolic meaning
(+) Gayatri Mantra Pranayama and Nyasa
(+) 32 hand mudras of Gayatri Mantra, method, purpose, and application
(+) Traditional practice of Gayatri Mantra with mudra, nyasa, pranayama, and japa
5 KRIYAS TO MASTER – YOGIC TEACHINGS FROM MY LINEAGE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2023, 9:00 – 5:00PM (LUNCH 12-2P)
Yoga is not to be done but explored and realized, in the words of my Yoga Guru Shashi Khosla. This class is an introduction to her unique experiential approach to (the state of) Yoga through kriya, mudras, pranayama, and bandhas. Her approach makes the state of Yoga; as well as its practices, accessible for all practitioners.
Having learned and with the blessing to continue learning from my Yoga Guru since 2000, it is an absolute honor, privilege, and responsibility to share the limited I have digested in the process. This desire to repay the debt of wisdom has inspired me, helped me conquer imposter syndrome, and kept me sane on the path of Yoga. I have started to see it as a reality check instead of a paralyzing doubt. Come and learn these practices passed along as oral transmission.
Learn:
(+) What are Kriyas? Types of Kriyas
(+) Nauka Kriya for Agni, Tejas, and Prana
(+) Brahma Mudra Kriya with Gayatri Mantra
(+) Pancha Tattva Kriya with Bija Mantras
(+) Nabhi Kriya with Surya Pranayama and Surya Mudra for Optimal Digestion
(+) Supine Chakra Kriya
These workshops are open to all who consider themselves students of Yoga. Attend the entire weekend or individual days. Capacity is limited and this event is expected to sell out. Please save your space by registering early.
MEDITATIONS FROM SRI YANTRA:
Kamalgatta Mala (Lotus Seed Japa Mala)
Suggested Tools and Practices:
Book: Fractals of Reality: Living the Śrīcakra by Kavitha Chinnaiyan
THE GLORY OF GAYATRI: THE MAHA MANTRA
Meditation mat, supporting meditation props,
Suggested Practices as Preparation: Listen to Gayatri Mantra
Read Mudra Basics and Gayatri Mantra Mudras sections in Mudra: The Sacred Secret.
5 KRIYAS TO MASTER – YOGIC TEACHINGS FROM MY LINEAGE:
Event is held in-person at KULE Yoga & Ayurveda Pasadena, CA.
No refunds, studio credit available with cancellations made 7 or more days in advance. No shows and cancellations inside the window of 7 days will receive no credit.