Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

14 Tuesdays - March 13 to June 26
Start Times: 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15pm
and / or
14 Thursdays - March 15 to June 28
Start Times: 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15pm
and / or
14 Fridays - March 16 to June 29
Start Times: 8:15, 8:30, 8:45, 9:00, 9:15, 9:30am

Price:

$308 (any one day)
$560 (any two days)

Who Can Attend:

To qualify for Individualized Asana courses knowledge of one of the Shadow Yoga preludes is required. Numbers are limited and start times staggered to ensure everyone receives help. As progress is made, each student’s practice will be evolved accordingly. Allow about 1 to 1 1/4 hours for your session.

Details:

Traditionally yoga asanas were taught through an individualized approach adjusted to the unique needs of each student. This eliminates unproductive activity by focusing energy and attention on asanas that will most quickly remove the present obstructions. To support this, one-to-one guidance and hands-on adjustments are given. Students learn to develop a self-directed practice, an essential step if true progress is to be made. As a result, each student will progress faster when an individualized course is added to compliment group instruction courses.

Registration:

Download the registration form, fill out and mail in with payment. PAYMENT IN FULL IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE. REGISTER EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION.

Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

Price:

$294 ($266 if paid by March 8, 2012)
Drop-in: $24 (please see drop-in policy below)

select date paid

Paid AFTER March 8 $294.00 USD Paid BEFORE March 8 $266.00 USD

Drop-in Policy:

Courses are taught progressively, so full participation is strongly recommended. Individual sessions may be attended only by students who have taken a prior Balakrama and Chaya Sanchalanam Course.

Details:

“Practice” in Shadow Yoga, is a process of refinement carried out over many years, with the Prelude Forms serving as “training” vehicles. The first stage of training brings stability to the “outer” aspects of the forms (physical positioning, direction of movement, rhythm, etc). This stage is fundamental, as it forms the foundation for the more subtle refinements that follow.

The purpose of this course is to guide students in the refinement process, (both gross and subtle aspects as appropriate). The first two Shadow Yoga preludes, Balakrama and Chaya Yoddha Sanchalanam will be worked with. In addition, special sequences designed to help students get beyond many common difficulties will be utilized. Participants will gain a much deeper appreciation for the Art of Refinement, which in turn will keep their personal practice fresh, alive, and evolving.

When practice is oriented in this way, mastery slowly develops. This shows as the ability to skillfully and efficiently cultivate power (shakti) along with the discriminative intelligence to use it rightly. The result is a higher quality of life and the potential for real transformation on all levels.

In order to participate, experience with the Balakrama is required. Please contact Mark if you have questions.

Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

Ongoing:
Sunday mornings (no class April 22, May 20)
9:00 to 10:00am
and / or
Tuesday evenings
7:30 to 8:30pm

Price:

$15 / class drop-in
$60 / 5 classes (can mix between both days)

For Whom:

Open to ALL STUDENTS. No prior experience with Shadow Yoga or other styles is required. CAN BE JOINED AT ANY TIME - JUST SHOW UP!

Details:

FOUNDATIONS OF SHADOW YOGA - Ongoing Drop-in Classes:
These ongoing Sunday morning and Tuesday evening classes teach the fundamentals of Shadow Yoga through a dynamic and flowing yoga practice of joint mobilization exercises, stances, primary asanas, and movements which integrate the limbs and spine. Emphasis is placed on building the power and functioning of the legs, awakening the waist and abdomen, liberating the breath, and improving overall strength and flexibility. Regular attendance at these classes will leave you feeling grounded, centered, and relaxed while building a solid foundation for further growth.

Teachers:

Judy Yu, Linda Della Maggiora, and Bianca Omena will rotate teaching on both Tuesdays and Sundays.

Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

Saturday May 19
2:00 to 4:30pm

Price:

$60 ($50 if paid by May 5, 2012)

select date paid

Paid AFTER May 5 $60.00 USD Paid BEFORE May 5 $50.00 USD

Details:

The various practices of Hatha Yoga (such as shatkarma, karana, asana, mudra, kriya, pranayama, etc) are tools used to progressively master the complex energetic system of the body/mind in order to establish conditions supportive to the unfolding of the inner limbs of practice - dharana, dhyana, and samadhi.

The subtle yogic anatomy which governs the body’s energetic system includes the vital junctions (Marmas), energetic corridors (nadis), and the vital winds (vayus). Skillful application of the various Hatha Yoga tools is only possible when these three systems are well understood and embodied.

Western anatomy and physiology, while important to understand, is a completely different system distinct from the yogic anatomy. In fact, if Hatha Yoga is viewed exclusively through the lens of western anatomy and physiology, confusion and misunderstanding will result, and true progress will not be possible.

This workshop will give students a practical introduction to the subtle system of anatomy which underlies the theory and practice of hatha yoga. A one hour discussion will be followed by a 90 minute guided practice to bring the information alive. .

Participants should have a solid grounding in the foundations of hatha yoga practice and facility with uddiyana bandha.

Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

April to June 2012:
Nine Saturdays -- April 14 to June 30 (no class Apr 21, May 19, June 16)
7:30 to 9:30am
and / or
Ten Mondays - April 16 to June 25 (no class May 28)
7:30 to 9:30am

Price:

Saturdays only: $216 ($198 if paid by March 31, 2012)
Mondays only: $240 ($220 if paid by April 2, 2012)
BOTH days: $380 (paid by March 31, 2012)
Drop-in: $27 (please see drop-in policy below)

Drop-in Policy:

Courses are taught progressively, so full participation is strongly recommended. If this is not possible, individual sessions may be attended by students experienced with all three Shadow Yoga Prelude forms, or with prior permission from Mark.

Details:

THE ART AND SCIENCE OF YOGA PRACTICE - for experienced students:
These ongoing classes for experienced students are designed to support and enhance the process of becoming skillful, efficient, and seasoned practitioners. In these classes participants will:

• Refine the Shadow Yoga Preludes
• Deepen understanding of the principles which govern the art and science of Hatha Yoga through guided practice and discussion
• Develop skillful application of the “tools” (karana, asana, mudra, bandha, kriya......etc), combined with greater clarity as to their role and purpose
• Explore freestyle practice and the principles of sequencing
• Learn to adjust practice to inner and outer conditions so that it becomes more responsive and ultimately more effective

One or both days may be attended.

Where:

Hatha Yoga Shala East Bay
2050 4th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.hathayogashalaeastbay.com

When:

April to June 2012:
Nine Saturdays -- April 14 to June 30 (no class April 21, May 19, June 16)
9:45 to 11:15am

Price:

$198 ($180 if paid by March 31)
Drop-in: $24 (please see drop-in policy below)

select date paid

Paid AFTER Mar 31 $198.00 USD Paid BEFORE Mar 31 $180.00 USD

Description:

Primary Asana Vinyasa:
is the natural outgrowth of the Shadow Yoga Preludes. This course will teach a modified prelude form that will be used to set up the Primary Asana Vinyasa - a challenging sequential practice of the primary asanas and their counterposes. Participants will progressively develop these key asanas, with special attention on precision, rhythm, and fluid transitions.

For Whom:

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: Participants must have a solid grounding in at least one of the Shadow Yoga preludes.

Drop-in Policy:

This course is taught progressively, so full participation is strongly recommended. Individual sessions may be attended only by students who have completed courses in ALL THREE PRELUDES.

Where:

Mountain Yoga
2071 Antioch Court Oakland, CA 94611
www.m-yoga.org

When:

Sunday, June 3, 2012 // 1:00 - 3:30pm

Price:

$55 ($45 preregistration price)

Details:

The primary stances of Hatha Yoga are the seeds from which sprout all other possible positions and movements, including many important seats. The practice of stances opens the energetic system of the body from the feet up, strengthens the vital breath, and stabilizes the mind, thereby building a solid foundation for meaningful progress. For these reasons, stance work is found in all true systems of self cultivation, such as hatha yoga, martial arts, and cultural dance.

This workshop will teach a vinyasa practice of the primary stances, seats, and their variations. Emphasis will be placed on precise nyasa (placement) in order to enhance the energetic and healing power of each position and movement.

From the most basic to the complex, these positions present a variety of challenges. This workshop will help practitioners overcome these challenges and better understand the progression of practice that will lead to their mastery.

Who Can Attend:

Participants must have a solid grounding in the fundamentals of practice. Come with an open mind and empty belly.

This retreat is a component of Mark's 2012/2013 Advanced Studies / Teacher Training Program.

There may be a few spots open for experienced students not enrolled in the training. Please contact Mark if you are interested.

Price:

Schedule:

A PDF download will be available in March - please check back.

Accomodations:

Comfortable lodge rooms (single or double occupancy) all with private baths. All beds are twins.

Meals

Fresh and healthy organic vegetarian cuisine.

To register:

A $100 non-refundable deposit holds your space, with the full fee due by April 20, 2012. Make check payable to Mark Horner and mail to:

Hatha Yoga Shala - East Bay
2050 4th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

Refund and Cancellation Policy:

Your entire payment will be refunded, less the deposit if cancellation request is made on or before April 30, 2012. No refunds will be made for cancellations after April 30, 2012.