July
Saturday, July 10th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our exploration into the science of meditation (the seventh limb of yoga) continues with with an exploration into the fifth limb of yoga: Pratyahara or Withdrawal of the Senses. For a meditator, it is not only critical that one not be disturbed or affected by the external world, it is even more critical that one explores, understands, and (one day) directs the inner workings of the Self.
$30
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Saturday, June 19th, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday Asana (Posture)Workshop - "Standing Postures"
Exhilarating, challenging, strengthening, freeing, graceful: standing postures are all of these and more. In our second workshop on the standing postures, we will focus on the warrier series of postures and all of the components upon which these poses are built. Bring your hips and your hamstrings, your quads and your questions. We will be on a path to discover the best way for your body to experience these great poses.
$40
August
Saturday, August 28th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Before the moderen branding of yoga came into being, hatha yoga was established. It is referred to in texts dating back as far as the 6th Century BCE. Today, "hatha" is a very misunderstood term. All systems of yoga that engage in asana practice (postures) are expressions of hatha yoga.
In this workshop we will explore the philosophy and purpose of this physical expression as a component of the broader journey of yoga. And from this understanding, we will engage in a unique practice which will make the philosophy come alive in your practice!
All experience levels
$30
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September
Saturday, September 4th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our exploration into the science of meditation (the seventh limb of yoga) continues with with an exploration into the sixth limb of yoga: Dhrana or Concentration. For a meditator, this is the path that leads to a one pointed mind. It is not easy to attain, but it is easy to practice. According to my teacher, the three most important words in yoga are: practice, practice, practice.
There are many ancient, proven methods for improving the focus of the mind. We will explore a combination of these tools and discover which one or ones will be of most benefit to you!
$30
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday, September 10th, 11th, 12th
The Possibly First Annual
Spirital Film Festival
on Gabriola
Watch for details on films and times. It will be a weekend of cinematic celebration from spiritual traditions around the world! All films will be shown at Gabriola's fabulous venue, The Roxy.
Saturday, September 18th, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday Asana (Posture)Workshop - "Back Bending Postures"
The spine is everything. All of the functions of your gross and subtle body are controlled through the spine: nervous system, motor control, balance, brain function, chakras. In this workshop we will delve into the world of improving your spine's health and function by bending it backward! With such a powerful segment of the body, we will progress gently, but steadily toward creating a new, flexible, healthy spine for you.
$40