Yoga Centers Community News, Feb 2010

Rarely do the rest of us get to study with him - until now! Aadil has put together a special medley of workshops because he wants to share what he knows with those who are newer to yoga. You can take all or just parts of the weekend medley. Don't pass up this chance to experience Aadil.

Last year I personally video-taped the Healing the Eyes workshop. I was amazed at what I learned about eye health - just by observing! I was behind the camera and wished I could have focused on the eye exercises! There is so much that can be done to help your eyes regenerate without having to get stronger glasses each year. Aadil has not held this workshop very often over the last few years and it's really priceless in its content.

If Kathy, Kirsten and I didn't have to hold down the fort here, we would all be in Aadil's Anti-Aging workshop for the spine! This man is masterful at poses that help the spine regenerate and re-hydrate. Aadil had me take photos last year during the 10-day Therapeutic Teacher training. As I took pictures and listened to him, my respect for him grew SO much (and it was already at a high level). He knows so much, it's like 10 of the best physicians all in one body! You will learn a tremendous amount about your spine and how to take care of it. That alone is priceless - just ask someone with chronic back issues! And if you have a wall rope system at home, you definitely won't want to miss this one. If you plan to do the Neck, Shoulders, Upper Back and the Healing the Hips and Knees, this will be fantastic preparation for those two. Baby that spine! It's the only one you have.

The Yoga Nidra - now that's a completely different experience. Aadil gives this workshop during the Hawaii Retreat and we all scramble to save our place in the yoga room before dinner for this one! If you have never been able to feel what DEEP relaxation really feels like, come and experience Aadil's hypnotic voice. It's an opportunity to really let your subconscious know you are serious about manifesting a particular new thing in your life. It's an incredible experience for your consciousness, subconscious, and your body!

And of course, Pranayama - we all need to breathe! We just get to learn how to do it better and much more consciously! Your nervous system will be so soothed by this workshop and it's such a gift to supplement your meditation practice. Just think of all the times you sigh when you are under stress - you unconsciously use your breath to release something. We all take our breath for granted, and yet nothing is possible without it.

In close, if you have even been too intimidated to take Aadil's Tuesday night class, then you should definitely reconsider this Medley. I am not the most flexible person by any means (my hips are seriously tight!), but I go to his class because what I gain from being around him lifts me to a new place. What I feel after class is gratitude from allowing myself to be a student around him. Gratitude that my body lets me do as much as it could, and I love HOW Aadil teaches. He is SO kind in his words, and so gracious. His stories are rich and pertinent. He is such a gifted speaker - these workshops really become an experience - you can really feel what Purna Yoga is. Don't let intimidation or stiffness keep you from coming!

For more details on any of the workshops, click here: Purna Yoga Medley with Aadil You only need 3 months of yoga experience! (If you attend all four days, you get a 25% discount.)

Thursday, Feb 4: Pranayama (10-1 pm, $105)
Thursday, Feb 4: The Anti-Aging Series (2:30-5:30 pm, $105)
Friday, Feb 5: Healing the Eyes (12-4 pm, $140)
Friday, Feb 5: Yoga Nidra (5:30-8:30 pm, $105)
Saturday, Feb 6: Neck, Shoulders and Upper Back (12-8:30 pm, $245)
Sunday, Feb 7: Healing the Hips and Knees (10-6:30 pm, $245)

P.S. We have decided to extend the Early Bird Discount when you register for all four days of the medley!