Bliss Yoga Shala • Special Events 2011
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The Art & Technique of Meditation
Rolf Sovik, PsyD is President and Spiritual Director of the Himalayan Institute and a clinical psychologist in private practice. He has studied yoga in the United States, India, and Nepal.
He holds degrees in philosophy, music, Eastern studies, and clinical psychology. Co-director of the Himalayan Institute of Buffalo, NY, Rolf began his practice of yoga in 1972, and was initiated as a pandit in the Himalayan tradition in 1987.
He is the author of "Moving Inward", co-author of the award-winning "Yoga: Mastering the Basics", and a columnist for Yoga International magazine.
FINDING A PEACEFUL PRESENCE WITHIN - Saturday, FEBRUARY 11, 2011 (12:00-5:00 P.M.)
Meditation is an art carried out in silence in the inner dimensions of your being. It is a systematic method, addressing every aspect of inner life. The process of learning to meditate is a fascinating journey that continues to intrigue even experienced practitioners. In meditation you are guided on a path of self-acceptance, self-observation, and inner quietude. This afternoon session will address all the basic elements of practice. Learn to observe your mind and cultivate a mental focus, even in the midst of distracting thoughts and emotions. The session will include guided practice with light stretching movements to prepare your body for sitting.
• Relax your nervous system.
• Weave a strong thread of awareness using your breath and a mantra.
• Manage the inner dialogue that arises during meditation.
Click below to pay for Saturday only ($60.00) :
ENTERING THE CAVE OF THE HEART - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2011 (1:00-6:00 P.M.)
After learning the basics of meditation a variety of methods can help you deepen your sitting practice. Among the most profound is a practice called “Meditation on the Cave of the Heart.” It is a practice meant to calm sorrow (vishoka) and foster a sense of radiance (jyotishmati) within. This practice is derived from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and will add to the stability of your meditation. Explore other related themes in the Sutras to reinforce your meditation practice as well. The session with light will include guided practice stretching movements to prepare your body for sitting.
• Examine the yogic version of the anatomy of the mind.
• Learn to practice the Cave of the Heart Meditation.
• Refine the practice of mantra japa (repetition of a mantra.)
Cost: $60 for individual sessions or $100 for both. Click below to pay $100 for both classes:
Information & to register contact Shri or call 904-514-0097.
The next Bliss Yoga 200 Hour Teacher Training Program begins February 2012. Please scroll down for complete information.
RELAX & RENEW • RESTORATIVE YOGA with Kate Cordell, ERYT500
Sunday, March 11 - 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - $65.00
Many of us live with Chronic Stress! Restorative Yoga may be just the remedy for our time. The therapeutic practice of Relax & Renew Restorative Yoga is called "Restful Yoga for Stressful Times." With props, we support of the body, with long-held, effortless postures which allow the body to open through passive stretching.
With these Restorative Poses, we learn to relax and rest deeply and completely. Restorative Yoga reduces stress, relieves back & neck panic, lowers blood pressure, improves digestion, relieves insomnia and boosts the immune system.
Kate Cordell, E-RYT500 has practiced Yoga for over 25 years. She holds a 200-hour Kripalu Certification, a 1000-hour Integrative Yoga Therapy Certification, is a Massage Therapist and a Relax & Renew Trainer (training with Judith Lasater). Kate passionately pursues knowledge and training and enjoys sharing this knowledge with others. Kate believes in the healing power of Yoga and is dedicated to teaching students how to live stress-free. Information & to register contact Shri or call 904-514-0097.
200 Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training with Shri Hamilton-Hubbard
This is Shri's last Teacher Training until Jan 2015. If you are thinking about Teacher Training, now is the time!
February through November 2012: Approximately 2 days per month
Saturdays & Sundays: 8 am to 5 pm and 9 am to 6 pm.
Tuition: $3,000.00 (absolutely no refunds issued)
Tuition includes unlimited classes at Bliss Yoga Shala for the duration of the Teacher Training program and all workshops listed below.
Also included is a weekend of Yoga with Sandra Anderson at Himalayan Institute in Honesdale, PA. (Transportation to Honesdale is not included).
All workshops are in the Jacksonville area except for our weekend at Himalayan Institute. Participants will be able to register with the Yoga Alliance at the 200 hour level at the end of this program. Payment plans are available. Please Register with Shri.
Schedule:
Orientation: Saturday, January 28, 2011. We meet for an hour at noon.
Saturday and Sun February 11 and 12, 2011: Meditation weekend with Dr. Rolf Sovik (Jacksonville, FL.)
Sunday March 11, 2011: Restorative Yoga Workshop with Kate Cordell (Jacksonville, FL.)
Saturday March 31, 2011: Temple of Sound/ Nada Purification Workshop with Kirtan Master Bagavan Das (Jacksonville, FL.)
Saturday April 28, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Sunday May 6, 2011: Meditation retreat at Honeycreek Retreat Center in Georgia (an hour away)
Friday through Sunday May 18-20, 2011: Yoga and the Vayus Weekend Retreat with Sandra Anderson
at Himalayan Institute in Honesdale, PA.
Saturday, June 9, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Sunday, June 24, 2011: Therapeutic Yoga for the Back with Joan Ryan (Jacksonville, FL.)
Saturday, July 14 and Saturday 21, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Saturday, August 11 and Saturday, August 25, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Sunday, September 16 and Sunday, September 23, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Sunday, October 14 and Sunday October 28, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Sunday November 11 and Sunday, November 18, 2011: Teacher Training at Bliss
Payment plans are available. Please Register with Shri for this Teacher Training.
