find your own way.
A yoga STUDENT training where you will learn about the holistic system of yoga without the pressure to teach. Develop a personal yoga practice that transcends the mat and equips you with traditional tools tailored to address your modern challenges.
Engage in an exploration of yoga’s wisdom teachings — and modern neuroscience – to structure your practice intelligently, attend to your current state of health, age and lifestyle, and do the yoga that’s right for you.
In 6 sessions over 6 months, discover a different approach to practicing yoga in intimate, 6 person semi-private sessions more individualized than larger studio classes so you can more readily internalize and apply ancient wisdom to your unique needs.
We have to experience it to know it - and implement it.
Be a part of an educational cohort for curious cats interesting in exploring slow, mindful, playful, asana (postures), pranayama (breathwork), meditation (focus and concentration), and svadhyaya (self-study), with ongoing support, amongst a community of like-minded peeps.
T.V.K Desikachar says in his book, The Heart of Yoga, “In the Upanishads it is beautifully stated: In education, the first requirement is the teacher, the second os the student. What should happen between them is learning. How it should happen is through the constant teaching of that which will be relevant to the student. That is education.” This perfectly summarizes my intention for these programs, but this not what is often happens in group classes.
He continues, “The way yoga is taught nowadays often gives the impression that there is one solution to everyone’s problems and one treatment for every illness…but it necessary for an individual approach to yoga. By this I do not mean private lessons, but I must create an atmosphere in my classes in which each of my students can find their own way to yoga.”
In LEARN + LIVE you will receive personalized instruction and be introduced to options so you can discover and craft your own unique and evolving practice by sensing and feeling into what kind of yoga you need to do at any given time to support your well-being. .
In LEARN + LIVE you will get:
Personalized Attention: With a small group setting, each participant receives individualized guidance tailored to their unique needs and goals, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment. The intimate class size fosters a sense of community and connection. You'll build relationships with fellow participants, creating a supportive network that enhances your learning experience.
Throughout the sessions, you are encouraged to ask questions, facilitating immediate input, insight and deeper understanding. This interactive approach allows you to clarify doubts and refine your techniques in real time.
Interactive Learning: Engage in meaningful dialogue with your instructor and fellow participants. Each session begins with a 30-minute mini-workshop, discourse and discussion segment, providing a platform to explore the philosophy, principles, and nuances of yoga. Embrace the opportunity to study and be a student of yoga, observing yourself in practice (svadhyaya) under the guidance of a skilled educator.
Comprehensive Practice: Each 90-minute session includes 60 minutes of asana (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation. This balanced approach honors the holistic system of yoga which promotes physical vitality, mental clarity, and emotional tranquility.
Holistic Integration: Learn how to seamlessly integrate yoga into your daily life. With an objective of supporting you to build a home practice that you can turn to anytime, helping yoga become an accessible, integral part of your routine, akin to calling on a good friend.
Wisdom Traditions: Each session is enriched and informed by the profound teachings of the Yoga Sutras and the Bhagavad Gita. These timeless texts provide a philosophical foundation, guiding you towards a deeper understanding of yoga's essence and its application in daily life.
Large studio classes are a great entry point for many folks interested in practicing yoga asanas. Yet, for others this model is a barrier and limits learning about yoga beyond the movement aspect. Traditionally, yoga was taught and practiced in small groups — in the household — so participants could get individualized instruction and ask questions in real time. These programs are my attempt to reclaim this historic educational paradigm.
— Brandy
This program is for the person who:
Is interested in the components of yoga beyond the asana and wants to experience their benefits
Is curious about yoga, wants to learn more, but does not want to do a teacher training in order to study
Wants to develop a creative, sustainable, individualized home practice
Has health issues they would like to work with on their own that complements their other medical treatments
Has been engaged in different way to practice yoga yet still has various chronic physical issues
Has been practicing yoga but regularly experiencing mental and emotionally distress and not feeling as the Sutras say, “Yogas citta vritti nirodha”, Yoga is the calming of the fluctuations of the mind in order to find unity within.
Likes the motivation and support that comes from being part of a group/cohort
Has completed yoga teacher training and wants to expand their scope into more therapeutic realms
Has been teaching yoga awhile and is feeling stuck, bored, stale or uninspired
All the details:
Upcoming 6 Month/6 Session IN-PERSON Programs
Saturdays 2-6p @CAMP GLANDY
Dates TBD
LIMITED TO 6 PARTICIPANTS
WHAT’S INCLUDED
TOTAL VALUE: $1400
PROGRAM TUITION:
Access Pass: $300
Gather Pass: $500
Advocate Pass: $700