Yoga is a way of life.

It’s not only a set of practices, but a blueprint for a well lived life. Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga, teaches how to live in alignment with nature, and how to deeply honor your sacred body. 

Join Lily Russo and guest teachers to learn the art of living yoga. Experience innovative approaches to yoga, embodiment, wellness, and the state of flow. Upon completing this in-depth program, students learn to embody the yogic lifestyle on and off the mat.

COURSE FEATURES:

YOGA

• Learn how to create a personal daily yoga ritual through the application of Intelligent Yoga Sequencing

• Embody and honor the five great elements of nature: earth, water, fire, air, and space, to deepen your connection to yourself, the planet, and all beings, becoming a greater steward of the earth

• Learn the difference between lunar (ida) and solar (pingala) energies to help you live in harmony with nature

• Develop your confidence and communication skills through the arts of self-expression: speech, dance, journaling, and song

• Develop your knowledge of the asanas- how to, Sanskrit pose names, benefits, modifications, variations, counterposes, contraindications, and more

• Read and discuss the Yamas and Niyamas for a deeper understanding of yogic philosophy 

• Learn to embody The Principles of Energetic Alignment

• Learn mindfulness and meditation techniques to soothe the monkey mind and tune into the inner wisdom of your incredible body

• Learn to utilize pranayama, chanting, mantra, and chakra practices to deepen your relationship with your subtle body

• Practice the modality of energy work to harness the wisdom of your body and source consciousness for personal healing
  

 AYURVEDA

• Learn to honor and balance your unique mind-body dosha, or constitution, through the study the wisdom of Ayurveda- Yoga’s sister science and India’s ancient and holistic health system

• Study Ayurvedic theory including study of the doshas, agni, ama, ojas, diet, herbs, and dinacharya

• Practice the art of seasonal cleansing to remove toxins and give your body and mind a fresh start

• Cultivate dinacharya: ayurvedic morning and evening routines

• Integrate and apply the practical tools from Ayurveda that support holistic living  in a way that is accessible and applicable to your personal life rhythm
  

THE ART OF TEACHING

• Study the art and arc of Prana Vinyasa wave sequencing: opening movement meditation, namaskars, waves, peak poses, counter-posing and lunar arts

• Study the mandala of asanas and learn how to see unique relationships within asana families and weave the krama of asanas throughout the arc of class

• Learn to modify asanas and sequences for all levels and abilities

• Learn to incorporate observation skills, hands-on adjustments, props, poetic and evocative cueing, music, and other tools to create yoga alchemy: a powerful setting for your students’ energetic and physical transformation

• Identify your ideal students and your personal niche in the yoga world

• Option to access the Yoga Alchemy online teacher’s portal with full-length videos, asana guide, photo documentation, full color e-books, and audio meditations

• Join a global community of Prana Vinyasa teachers through online discussion groups, monthly calls with Shiva Rea and more!

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