October (and Beyond) 2011 October 1 and 2, 2011 Pathology I (Dhatus and Srotansi)
Ayurvedic Pathology I: Dhatus, Srotansi and Assessment Tools (30 hrs/ 2cr) The anatomy and theory of health and pathology in, and Ayurvedic assessment of, the body channels and tissues. Herbs which have specific action on specific dhatus and srotansi will be mentioned in the course of studying their pathology. This course will also cover methods for detection of imbalances in the body tissues (dhatus) and srotansi (channels), malas (waste products), and ojas, tejas, prana. prerequisite: Ayurvedic Medicine I. At the Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda
October 1, 2011 Gong Concert INNER PEACE* JOY* CALMNESS*BALANCE* ENERGY This is what you will experience after a concert with gongs. Pat Dougherty of Harmonic Connections will lead us into harmony while playing her two beautiful gongs. The Earth gong represents balance, trust, strength, renewal, alignment and growth. It represents all of the planetarium signs. At Asana Yoga in Arvada October 2, 2011 Mantra and Meditation The focus of our intention during meditation becomes the gateway to assimilate the qualities of our focus. Chase Bossart discusses choosing a focus for meditation, with an emphasis on the influence of sounding and mantra. At PranaYoga in Denver October 2 and 9, 2011 Anusara Series ~ Drop in In this series we will take an introductory look at what defines Anusara Yoga: It's deep yet light-hearted philosophy, the universal principles of alignment, and the way that the kula, or community of the heart, can support us in our desire for happiness and wholeness. At Asana Yoga in Arvada October 2, 2011 Yoga Therapy Presentation Join Chase Bossart for a short presentation on the key premises of Yoga Therapy from the Krishnamacharya tradition. At PranaYoga in Denver
October 2, 2011 Defining Your Life's Purpose Participants are guided through their defining moments to discover their life's purpose. Using meditation, journal writing, and group interaction, you will learn to: *Commit to Begin the Journey *Develop a Focus *Eliminate Self-Imposed Limitations *Be Open to Synchronicity *Set Intention *Follow Your Heart *Trust Your Intuition Our life purpose can be seen in our natural capabilities, our childhood goals, persistent intuitions, and our dreams. At Pranava Yoga Center in Colorado Springs October 5, 2011 Mind & Meditation: An Intro to the Art of Living (Offered monthly) A free introduction to the benefits of using the breath to manage negative emotions and bring us more into the Joy of Life. At the Art of Living Foundation October 7, 8, 9, and October 28, 29, 30 2011
Ayurvedic Medicine II: Treatment of Common Disorders Introduction to Ayurvedic patient assessment and dietary and herbal interventions for patients who have simple ailments such as many respiratory and digestive disorders or already diagnosed common medical conditions, such as common chronic degenerative disorders, auto-immune disorders, etc. Introduces use of combined medicines and minerals. prerequisite: Ayurvedic Medicine I At the Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda October 8, 2011 Exploring Anusara Anusara' can be translated as "flowing with Grace" or "following your heart". Anusara Yoga is a unique method of Hatha yoga that combines elegant, accessible biomechanical principles of alignment with celebration of our free and beautiful spirits. In this workshop, students of all levels will explore basic familiar yoga postures, using Anusara techniques to open and deepen the physical experience, alleviate pain (like crunchy lower backs), and provide therapeutic alignment of the body to promote healing and expansion. At Yoga Junction in Louisville October 8, 2011 Mind & Meditation: An Intro to the Art of Living (Offered monthly) A free introduction to the benefits of using the breath to manage negative emotions and bring us more into the Joy of Life. At the Art of Living Foundation October 8, 2001 Intro to Ayurveda Learn the basics of Ayurveda, a form of medicine from India that grew up alongside yoga. You will gain a basic understanding of your dosha (body constitution), and types of foods, yoga practices and lifestyle practices to apply to help keep you in balance. At Kosha Yoga Studio in Littleton October 9th and October 19th, 2011 Mystery Solved Workshop
A workshop geared towards answering questions about poses. Working on alignment and posture in different poses. This is wonderful for any level practitioner looking for clarification on poses and what they look like. At Soul Tree Yoga Studio in Lafayette October 11, 2011 Full Moon Meditation When you register, you will be given the location of the full moon meditation, bring family and friends for an evening of Satsang, guided meditation and potluck. At the Art of Living Foundation October 12, 2011 Free Intro to Yoga Not sure where to start with a yoga practice, or what yoga is? Meet the YJ staff and join us for a free informal one-hour intro. We will cover a few yoga basics, including the breath and postures. At Yoga Junction in Louisville October 14, 2011 Gong Bath Bathe in the experience of vibrational healing. In this session you will be able to lay down and listen to the sounds of the gong resonnate throughout the room and your body. You will leave feeling a little better, a little lighter. At Kosha Yoga Studio in Littleton October 14-16, 2011 The Presence of Breath An experiential weekend of insight and awareness into introduction to Transformational Breathing and The Presence Process. Unlock the key to self-discovery and personal growth. At Soul Tree Yoga Studio in Lafayette October 14 and 15, 2011 Introduction to Sanskrit for Ayurvedic Practitioners and Yoga Students
This course is intended to assist RMIYA students to feel at ease in their pronunciation of the sounds and words of Sanskrit for Yoga and Ayurveda, and to help them to begin to read transliterated Sanskrit correctly. At the Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda October 15, 2011 Yoga for Athletes Whether you are a runner, hiker, cyclist join Carey for this 90 minute yin/yang workshop to balance your routine. We will focus on breathing techniques, hip openers, core strengthening, and balance work to compliment your training and improve your form, efficiency and power. Using yoga as cross training will benefit your overall performance and address any imbalances which can cause injury. This class is for All Levels. At Yoga Junction in Louisville
October 21 and 22, 2011 Bhagavad Gita and Karma Yoga: the Yoga of Action and Service
An exploration of the path to liberation through selfless service, based on reading and discussion of the Bhagavad-gita, a major text in Yoga and Hinduism, in the context of Mahabharata war during which it is presented. How to practice yoga in the midst of the difficulties of our personal lives. Ethics, discussion of service and what it means to help others. Participants will learn to chant Sanskrit prayers for world peace and personal peace. October 22, 2011 Yoga and Ayurveda for Arthritis Not all forms of arthritis are the same, nor are their treatments. In this workshop you will learn how Ayurveda views different types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. You will also gain tools to manage arthritis such as herbs, supplements, specific diet, lifestyle and cleansing practices. **Prerequesite for this course is Intro to Ayurveda or equivalent. At Kosha Yoga Studio in Littleton October 22, 2011 Juice Plus Seminar Your health, your choice. Is nutrition part of your plan for total fitness and well being? Join us and learn: The impact of fitness & nutrition on health & longevity. The relationship between our diet and all chronic disease. Simple solutions & a new standard that is tried, proven, & works. In Asana Yoga in Arvada October 22, 2011 Mudra Intentions
In this workshop we explore the meaning and health benefits pf several Mudras, use them to powerfully charge our personal intentions, as we move through asanas (Yoga poses)& learn techniques to bring to our home and daily practice. At Soul Tree Yoga Studio in Lafayette October 22, 2011 The Push Pams (meaning 'flowers' in sanskrit) are a fresh Boulder based band bloomin' and groovin' with original shakti- inspired songwriting and devotional chant music. At Soul Tree Yoga Studio in Lafayette October 23, 2011 Satsang Satsang is a means to be in the company of the wise. This sharing with Swami Dharmananda will be focused in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. At PranaYoga in Denver October 23, 2011 Back Care Clinic Do you have an achy, sore or stiff back or chronic back pain? Learn how to start healing your body and restoring your spine. This workshop will focus on yoga postures and techniques to release, strengthen, align, and relieve back dysfunction and pain. Time will include instruction, anatomy, asana practice, individual postural evaluation, and discussion. In Asana Yoga in Arvada October 23 (inversions & arm balances) & November 6 (basic back bends) Anusara Alignment Series By experiencing optimal physical alignment in our asana practice, we invite grace and light to fill every aspect of our lives. Each workshop is suitable for all levels of practitioner. At Soul Tree Yoga Studio in Lafayette October 26-29, 2011 Art of Living course (offered monthly) Yoga, ancient knowledge and sessions in learning pranayama and the Art of Living hallmark technique, Sudarshan Kriya to manage stress and benefit your life in many ways. Art of Living is a non-profit Humanitarian service organization. At the Art of Living Foundation October 28, 2011 Intro to Ayurveda Have you ever wondered why some people are skinny no matter what they eat, and others can't seem to shed the extra pounds? Or, why some people tend to always be anxious and worried, while others seem calm, even during crisis? The answers to these questions lie in your unique Ayurvedic mind-body type, called your dosha. Come learn what your mind-body type is, and how to balance it with simple diet and lifestyle changes. At Yoga Junction in Louisville October 28 & 30, 2011 Bhakti Yoga and the Art of Ritual Bhakti Yoga is the Yoga of Devotion. The course will focus on the ritual aspects of Bhakti Yoga. Swami Dharmananda will introduce the many different forms for exploration. At PranaYoga in Denver
Starting November 2 through December 14, 2011 Yoga off the Matt: the Yoga of Life
Learn how to take the learnings of yoga and apply and practice these teaching in your everyday life. 6 Wednesdays. At Kosha Yoga Studio in Littleton November 2, 2011 Yoga Birth Yoga teaches you how to consciously relax your body in a way that is healing and intuitive. Utilizing yoga techniques you'll learn how to stay in the moment, and work with your body to help your labor progress smoothly. In this workshop you'll learn: Visualizations and meditations for birth; Breathing exercises for all stages of labor; Yoga asanas to do with your partner for each stage of labor; Non-verbal techniques for communicating with your partner. At Yoga Junction in Louisville
November 5, 2011 Yoga and Ayurveda for Menopause Learn about menapause from the eyes and perspective of Ayurveda. You will walk away from this course with a greater understanding and tools to help you walk through this life transition. **Prerequesite for this course is Intro to Ayurveda or equivalent. At Kosha Yoga Studio in Littleton
November 6, 2011 Yoga Asana Alignment Workshop
Yoga asanas can be therapeutic and healing only if they are practiced with correct alignment and muscle engagement. It is crucial to learn basic alignment principles to get the most benefit out of a yoga asana practice! At Pranava Yoga Center in Colorado Springs November 2011 POSTPARTUM CARE FOR MOTHERS AND INFANTS At the Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda November 12, 2011 Inner Connections Holiday Open House
ICY is holding their annual Holiday Open House. Meet our massage therapists and enjoy a mini service, we will also offer reflexology, Usui Reiki , and singing bowls. Spend time shopping for gifts, and enjoy a free vinyassa yoga class and a free gentle yoga class. Please join us! At Inner Connections Yoga in Castle Rock December 4, 2011 Dance Gratitude
Dance Gratitude Join us as we come together to dance our prayers of gratitude. We will dance gratitude for all that Is- the grief, the joy, the suffering and the celebration of being human. With our focus on the breath, and feet rooted on the earth, we will turn the volume up on our bodies and open to what it means to be supported by a big, gigantic Love that lives within us. At Pranava Yoga Center in Colorado Springs
YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS
November 20, 2011 Pranava Yoga Center Open House Yoga Alliance approved Teacher Training Program Starting Jan. 14, 2012. Interested in learning more about the PYC 200-Hour Teacher Training Certification Program? Please join us for our 200 Hr. Yoga Teacher Training open house.
November 2011 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training
At Soul Tree Studio in LafayetteJanuary 20, 2012 Teacher Training
Become who you are meant to be. Learn how to teach yoga "from the heart." Share your yoga with others. Learn to become a dynamic and intuitive yoga practitioner and teacher. We offer two certifications: Certification of Completion and Yoga Instructor certification recognized through Yoga Alliance. At Inner Connections Yoga in Castle Rock
January 2012 Yoga Teacher Training At Samadhi Yoga in Denver
RETREATS (HOSTED BY STUDIO MEMBERS)
October 8-9, 2011 Fall Yoga Retreat Spend a weekend in Steamboat Springs, Colorado exploring different types of yoga in a safe and fun environment. Choose from a selection of workshops to create your own personal retreat. Nourish your soul with healthy and fresh food made by local chefs. Practice yoga overlooking groves of aspens and mountains as far as the eye can see. Let nature work it's magic - slow down, relax and soak in the inspiring scenery. You'll return home with a new perspective on life and yourself. Contact the Yoga Center of Steamboat in Steamboat Springs October 13-22, 2011 Costa Rica retreat Contact Inner Connections in Castle Rock February 10-12, 2012 Yoga Rocks the Butte, 2012 Benefitting Yoga World Reach, this exciting weekend festival allows participants to engage their bodies, minds, and souls though yoga classes from some of the world's most respected instructors, music, and organic food, surrounded by an inspiring mountain scenery. Contact Yoga for the Peaceful in Crested Butte to find out more or to volunteer for this event. April 11 to May 2, 2012 Yoga and Trekking in Nepal Journey from the streets of Katmandu to the base of Mt Everest and back again! Daily yoga and mediation is included. At Yoga for the Peaceful in Crested Butte.
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