Wednesday, February 7, 2007

Course Class: Yoga for Empowerment of the Self






















This course introduces the ancient discipline of yoga and how it can be directly applied to our present, modern day lives. While yoga is mostly known for its physical practice, there are additional limbs in its system that can be practiced to cultivate a strong mind, positive relationships and a purpose filled life.

The science of yoga, put into practice, has the power to deepen and enhance the awareness of ourselves. In this course we will use ancient yoga texts to cultivate right relationships with our bodies, attitude, habits, and thought patterns.

We will use the tools of yoga for stress management, relaxation, self-knowledge, and clarity in our actions and contributions.

We will discuss the importanc of health and why it is needed as a foundation for all aspect of success.

This course is designed to PRACTICE Yoga as it is experiential not theoretical. We will do Hatha Yoga class every session, spend time journaling, have group discussion on how to apply Yoga Psychology in our lives and partake in collaborative skits and creative projects. We will also spend time with breathing practices (pranayama), meditation, nutrition and highlight key figures in history from all backgrounds who have LIVED the universal teachings of yoga.

Materials: Journal, selected reading
Course classes are taught once or twice a week for two hours.