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Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Weekend
with AmarJyothi (Bonnie Pariser)
October 22-24th
Ayurveda (the “science of life”) is the ancient, traditional medical system of India. During the weekend we will be introduced to a form of Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy, created by Mukunda Stiles which incorporates classical Hatha, Tantra and Raja yoga techniques to balance the three constitutional types (doshas) central to Ayurvedic typology: vata, pitta and kapha. It is both a profoundly practical and a deeply spiritual approach to health and well being. We will learn some powerfully healing and balancing vinyasas ( flowing yoga postures combined with breathing practices) and explore how each of us can understand our own dominant dosha, detect signs of imbalance in ourselves, and then apply the appropriate yogic techniques to regain our balance. These practices are accessible to everyone, regardless of previous experience.
In addition to the study of AYT, you have the opportunity to join the Ashrams scheduled programs such as Sanskrit classes, Hatha yoga classes, morning, afternoon and evening meditation, evening programs with Joan Suvall and delicious and lovingly prepared vegetarian meals
Retreat Schedule:
Friday night
5:30-6:30- Dinner
8:30- Talk on Varnashrama by Bruce Hilliger (optional)
Saturday
7:15-8:00- Ayurvedic Vinyasa class with AmarJyothi
8:00-9:00- Breakfast
9:15-10:45- AYT session with AmarJyothi
11:00-12:00- Sanskrit class with Ashram staff (optional)
12:30-1:30- Lunch
2:00-4:00- AYT session with AmarJyothi
4:00-5:00- Open yoga class with Ashram staff (optional)
5:00-6:00- Dinner
7:00- Evening program with Joan Suval (optional)
Sunday
7:15-8:00- Ayurvedic Vinyasa class with AmarJyothi
8:00-9:00- Breakfast
9:15-10:45- AYT session with AmarJyothi
11:00-12:00- Sanskrit class with Ashram staff (optional)
12:30-1:30- Lunch
Departure....
Fees below include all meals and Ashram activities
Dorm room- $350
Semi-private room- $390
Saturday only- $160 (includes 2 meals and all ashram activities for the day)