August Shakti Newsletter
Lots
of Workshops /Lectures - see below
Zumba w/Cat is coming
to our Woodstock Studio in August
Accepting Applications for Fall 2010 Level I Shakti Yoga
Teacher Training
Om-
In August , Shakti Yoga of Woodstock is hosting several
lectures and workshops on the philosophical and mystical
aspects of Yoga and Buddhism. We start off with Shyam Das
explaining Bhagavad Gita. Mark Kinder delves into ancient
Hatha Yoga Kundalini practices. Will Duncan shares about
the role of desire in the practice of Buddhism. Later in
the month, Satya and Sahaj will be leading kirtan ( sacred
chanting). Please see all descriptions and info below.
On Thursdays at 10:30, Cat will be teaching a Zumba class
in August. Cat just finished a week long intensive at Omega
( during Arts Week). We are happy to spread the joy of
dancing our way to health and fitness.
Linda will be subbing Sunday 8/25 9am and 10:30am.
Linda was also invited to do a workshop on August 15th
at the Vivekananda center in Stone Ridge (Ridgley) on Yoga
and Ayurveda ( more info later )
Applications are also being accepted for Fall 2010 Shakti
Yoga Teacher Training.
Please see all schedule updates below.
August Workshops / Lectures / Kirtan
at
Woodstock Studio
Bhagavad Gita and Bhajans w/ Shyam Das
Friday August 6th 2:00p- 3:30 by Donatio
Kundalini Hatha Yoga w/Mark Kinder
Saturday August 7th 1:00- 5:00pm $40
Pre- registration
required
40 Poses, 3 Mudras, 7 Dynamic Breathing Exercises, Third
Eye Meditation based on authentic scriptural teachings
and principles of Classical Hatha Yoga.
Mark Kinder has studied many different styles of yoga
ranging from Ashtanga, Power Vinyasa, Bhakti and most important
to his teachings- Surat Shabd Yoga. Mark currently teaches
in Saratoga Springs, NY and periodically offers workshops
on yoga mysticism, Kundalini Hatha Yoga , and Kundalini
Vinyasa Yoga.
Pre- requisites and precautions- 6 months of yoga experience
required. Must not be on any psychiatric medication, no
mind altering substances 24hrs prior to workshop,
Chocolate, Sex, and Desire: A Buddhist Look at Living in
the Real World w/Will Duncan
Monday , August 9th 7:15-8:30 pm $10 Suggested Donation
The goal of the spiritual life is not to become dry and
free of desire it is to learn to desire deeply with wisdom.
We will draw on ancient scripture from the Katha Upanishads,
The Yoga Sutra, and a variety of Buddhist texts to look
at the role of desire on the spiritual path.
(Lecture)
Will Duncan lectures internationally on the yogic and spiritual
traditions of the East. His joy and humor bring to life
this ancient wisdom making it applicable to our day-to-day
lives. Over the past 20 years he has studied with masters
throughout the U.S. as well as the Himalayas of India and
Nepal. In 2010 he will enter a solitary 3 year meditation
retreat in southern Arizona.
Kirtan with Satya and Sahaj
Wednesday , August 25th 8:00- 9:30pm Donations accepted
Thursdays @10:30- 11:45 w/Cat August
5, 12,19 & 26
4 -class series /$52, drop in $15. space is limited, so
please pre-register. Drop-in's who also call to reserve
a spot are welcome. Please wear clean sneakers or do barefoot.
Cat is Hudson Valley's most popular Zumba teacher, making
this Latin Dance - inspired class so much fun. Yoga cool
down at the end w/Linda - feels so good!!!
SYTT I- SHAKTI YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
LEVEL I 200 HOURS-
Applications are being accepted for Fall 2010 Shakti Yoga
Teacher Training.
See all info by clicking to link www.shaktiyogawoodstock.com/training.html
Woodstock Schedule Updates:
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:30 Level II w/Julie Fitzpatrick
are canceled for August, but will resume in September.
Peace!!
Linda and The Shakti Staff
SHAKTI YOGA GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE EASY TO PURCHASE AND
ARE AVAILABLE IN ANY AMOUNT purchase them on
line at
Great gift ideas and special offers:
First time students only : 3 classes $36 special holiday
gift certificate price ( offer good until 12/24)
Private Yoga or Ayurvedic Consultations rates vary, so
please inquire
5 or 10 class cards or 30- day unlimited special holiday
gift certificate price 10% off regular prices (please inquire
about discount rate prior to making on line purchase, gift
certs , and only good until 12/24)
SHAKTI GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE ALSO GOOD FOR SHAKTI CLOTHES
AND SPECIAL WORKSHOPS
Happy Holidays!!!!
Linda and the entire Shakti Yoga staff!
