WEEKEND OVERVIEW: Awakening the Power of Yoga
Hatha Yoga, as it was originally envisioned, is the sublime science that details the journey to greatness through perfection of body, breath, mind, and spirit. When understood and practiced accordingly, Hatha is Para ("supreme", "highest", "the place where our best efforts culminate"). Unfortunately, little of the knowledge of this glorious tradition is known or available to modern teachers and practitioners.
According to the ancient sages the keys to our emotional and physical states are not in the body per say. The true power of Yoga is found in the energetic systems within it. Throughout this weekend, master teacher, Rod Stryker guides us into principles of accessing the true power of Yoga. These are the forces and internal dimensions of: Sun, Moon, and Fire.
Each class explores one of these specific approaches to empower practice and how to use Yoga to activate the forces that lead to success, freedom, and joy. Each practice includes Vinyasa flows, Asanas, breath work, focusing techniques, and relaxation, as well as, lecture.
In Rod's words, “The ultimate aim of Yoga is to empower you to see, feel, and live life fearlessly. The greatest accomplishment of any practice is to be the radiant being you were meant to be.”
ITINERARY (subject to change):
MASTER CLASS: ASANA, VINYASA, AND BANDHA
Friday morning, October 6, 2006 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Vinyasa and specially chosen postures prepare the body to access and take full advantage of life force. This deepening class explores the Yogic approaches to building your storehouse of subtle energy. Throughout the class the theory and practice of Bandhas are introduced and deepened. Be prepared to be energized and challenged. Mixed levels.
WEEKEND WORKSHOP: AWAKENING THE POWER OF YOGA
Friday evening, October 6, 2006, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Overview of the three energetic approaches to practice: Sun, Moon, and Fire. Through practice and theory we explore the dynamics and aim of a complete practice, how to build upon your practice, as well as, use Asana and breath to awaken its higher potential.
Saturday morning, October 7, 2006, 9:00 am to 11:30 am
Sun Practice: Awakening the Force of Transformation
We focus on the type of practice that leads to activation in the world and how to cultivate vitality, passion, and power, and then internalize it. These practices lead us to shine, both internally and externally.
Saturday afternoon, October 7, 2006, 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Moon Practice: Centering and Balancing
Through the activation of particular forces we can find our source of healing and peace. We can stimulate the nurturing energy that allows us to remain calm in the midst of turbulence, steady in the midst of change. These practices awaken hidden intelligence, intuition, and stillness.
Sunday morning, October 8, 2006, 9:00 am to 11:30 am
Fire Practice: Discovering and Living the Ultimate Aim of Practice
The aim of all Yoga practices is to awaken our inner fire – the force of Spirit. When the subtle force of fire is active in the body, it leads to extraordinary living and feeling. Practice centers around activating the dormant forces within the spine – the culmination and highest intent of Yoga practice.
MASTER CLASS:
Asana, Vinyasa, and Bandha
Friday morning
Oct. 6, 2006
Rod Stryker is one of the preeminent Yoga and meditation teachers in the United States. He leads Teacher Training and Advanced Teacher Training Programs, intensives, retreats and workshops throughout the country for students of all levels. He is on the advisory board of Yoga International, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Himalayan Institute in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. He has been a consultant to corporations on the benefits of Yoga, taught Yoga and meditation alongside Deepak Chopra, and most recently developed a video series for Living Arts/Gaiam titled Yoga for Longevity. Rod has also produced several highly acclaimed Yoga and Meditation CDs.
Rod has owned two successful Yoga studios in Los Angeles. His private clients have included a long list of celebrities and high powered professionals. He is a regular presenter at leading Yoga conferences and regular contributor to both Yoga Journal and Yoga International magazines.
Rod's study of Yoga began at the age of 19. Three years later he began an intensive apprenticeship with internationally renowned Yoga master Kavi Yogiraj Mani Finger. Rod became a dedicated part of this spiritual lineage that included some of India's leading Yoga Masters of the past century: Paramhamsa Yogananda, Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, and Ramana Maharishi. Rod became his teacher's only American disciple to be given the title of Yogiraj, master of Yoga.
A well rested and well hydrated body; an open mind, body and spirit. Your own yoga mat, towel and props that you utilize in your practice. Please bring your own bottled water.
For more information, contact us or phone 214-366-2217