Our beginners’ course I & II are an introduction to yoga, its philosophy and it’s practices.
A typical 1 hour class will comprise of 10 to 15 minutes introduction, where we explain what elements of yoga we shall be studying and its practical benefits, the historical context and the modern research backing up this ancient wisdom. The rest of the hour is dedicated to the instruction of the physical practices and relaxation techniques.
Our first package provides you with the knowledge and confidence to participate in any yoga class at our, or any other studio. By the end of both courses, you will not only have an understanding of the art and science of yoga as a holistic philosophy for a complete healthy lifestyle; but also an understanding into the more esoteric, less tangible ideas of the energetic and spiritual, which make up our personality.
Beginners’ course I
4 hours
Lesson 1
Yoga, Benefits & Definition
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The benefits of Yoga
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What is yoga? - a traditional yogic definition
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Yoga in a modern context
> Introduction to Jattis
> Introduction to Kriyas
concepts: yoga, astanga, Patanjali
Lesson 2
Yoga, the mother of all sciences & the schools of yoga
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Ancient wisdom
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Specialisation in Modern Science
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Yoga as a package
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Awareness
> Jattis
> Kriyas
> Poses (within the Kriyas)
concepts: Hatha, Raja, Tantra, Yantra, Mantra, Nada, Bhakti, Karma
Lesson 3
Yoga and the mind
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5 Bodies (light introduction)
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Chakras (light introduction)
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Modern Psychology
> Jattis (full)
> Kriyas (full)
> Our types of classes & its benefits
- Arambha
- Kriya
- Asana
- Virya
- Sthiram
- Cikitsa
concepts: Pancha Koshas; Ahara/Vihara; Achara/Vichara
Lesson 4
Extending life, extending Prana
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energy & breathing
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Macro-cosmos & our micro-cosmos
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life, past, present & future
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ego
> Jattis
> Kriyas
> Loma-Viloma Sequence
concepts: Prana (life force). Atman & Paratman, Ahankara, Tantra, sankia
Beginners’ course II
4 hours
Lesson 5
Vibration
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benefits of breathing
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pranayama rhythms
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coming back to the breath
> Hathenas
> Pranava Om
> Shanti Mantra
concepts: Prana, Pranayama (life-force/breath expansion) & Nada Yoga (yoga of sound and vibration)
Lesson 6
Intention
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Concentration
> Sun Salutation I & II
> poses
> yoga Nidra
concepts: Pratyahara (sensory withdrawal), Dharana (Focus) & Dhyana (Meditation)
Lesson 7
Values
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Yoga as a way a life
> Sun Salutation III & IV
> Imagery
concepts: yamas & Niyamas
Lesson 8
Bliss
Full class:
> Quiet sitting
> Jattis
> Kriya
> Sun Salutation
> Poses
> Relaxation
> Shanti Mantra
concepts: Ananda, Samadhi, Moksha
Upcoming Events
Sun, 17 MayYoga1 Studios17 May 2020, 10:30Yoga1 Studios, Studio 40, 40 Lynchford Road, Aldershot, Farnborough GU14 6EF, UKCalling yoga teachers, personal trainers, and carers. Join me for a science-based series of discussions and workshops exploring the therapeutic potential of yoga blended with aspects of other health disciplines. Participants will be invited to join the discussion and practice with their own bodies.
Sat, 07 MarYoga1 Studios07 Mar 2020, 17:00 – 20:00Yoga1 Studios, Studio 40, 40 Lynchford Road, Aldershot, Farnborough GU14 6EF, UKDeepen your knowledge on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras & learn how to chant them. We selected a few of the most relevant sutras and we will be discussing its meaning, historical context, and modern significance.
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- Sat, 08 JunYoga1 Farnborough Sala08 Jun 2019, 14:00 – 15:00Yoga1 Farnborough Sala, Lynchford Road, Farnborough GU14 6EF, UKThis series of six classes are all about building the strength for your yoga poses. You will finish your series with a full class on Inversions. First Class is Free for FULL PAYING YOGA1 Members or Pass Holders. Groupon Members will pay £10 at the entrance.
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