2010 Workshops & Immersions

Anusara Yoga Sundays with Tasha

March 14 and April 25 12:30 - 2:30pm
@ Hubbard Hall, Beacon Feed Dance Studio, 25 East Main St., Cambridge NY

Sunday, March 14th:

Spring Cleaning: Renewal through Twists

Spring is a time to welcome longer light, invite new growth, and let go of winter cobwebs. It’s a time when natural healers encourage us to release congestion and make way for the lighter, brighter season ahead. As you take your body through a series of twists, you will progressively massage your organs and tonify your glands. All levels of student are welcome to make this journey of transformation, release, and ascending expansion.

Sunday, April 25th:

Turning the Wheel: Deepen Your Connection with Life

When asked, great yogis of old “turned the wheel of the teachings”. This means they taught how to deepen our connection with life through compassion. And it means they taught how to understand life with wisdom. These two wings, wisdom and compassion, are needed to fly to the full heights of human possibility: embodied, conscious, expansive vibrancy. We will trace the path from preparations for wheel pose, a Level I backbend, to explorations of approaches to the full pose. Whether you are an experienced student or a beginner, you will soar into new territory. You will undergo, and be able to describe, an experience of expanding heartfelt connection and spacious freedom.

Two Class Term investment: $36 member /$40 nonmember
Single Sunday investment: $25.
Register for both or a single.
Pre-registration is required so give us a call at 518-677-2495!

Anusara Immersion, Parts 2 and 3 with Tasha Judson and Julie Miller

“The heart is the hub of all sacred places. Go there and roam.” Bhagawan Nityananda

The Anusara® Yoga Immersion is an invitation to deepen your understanding and practice of Anusara Yoga. It is a three-part curriculum designed to transport your yoga to a more meaningful and empowered practice of fulfillment and freedom in your heart. We will explore the life-affirming and celebratory insights from the Tantric yoga philosophy, delve deeply into the elegant system of the biomechanical Anusara Universal Principles of Alignment, supported in a community of like minded people. The Immersion provides a gateway into a deeper practice and knowledge of yoga on all levels: heart, mind and body. The Anusara Immersion was not designed solely for those who wish to teach. It is for anyone seeking to take a journey into the heart and bask in the deeper knowledge of this practice.

A unique aspect of this Immersion is that we will be 2 groups sharing the Immersion experience taught by Natasha Judson, certified Anusara Yoga teacher in Williamstown, MA, and Julie Miller, Certified Anusara Yoga Teacher in Avon, CT. Julie and Tasha will prepare the course materials together, so you will receive the perspectives of both instructors, as well as a synergy of the groups and a larger kula. Much of the Immersion will be taught in one main location, either Williamstown or Avon. We will share two days of each Immersion together, once in Williamstown, with guest teacher South Asian Religion Professor Georges Dreyfus of Williams College, and once in Avon, CT, led by both Tasha and Julie. The remaining sessions will be taught in your main location, and because we will be planning each session together, if you have to miss a session, you have the opportunity to attend that session in the other location.
Part 2: Unfurl the Lotus in your Heart

* Philosophy & Vision of Anusara Yoga, Tantra cosmology and the 36 Tattvas
* Deeper exploration, study and practice of the Universal Principles Alignment

* Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras - Classical and Tantric views of significant verses

* Subtle Body Anatomy including kundalini, chakras, prana, nadis, and koshas

* Continuation of the Level 1 Syllabus of poses and an introduction to the Level 2 Syllabus

* Introduction to the Art of Sequencing

* Anatomy and kinesiology of the main muscle groups

* Deeper exploration and practice of pranayama, meditation, contemplation, and journaling

Part 2 Williamstown: Saturdays 10-1 and 2-4:30

Jan 23, Jan 31 (Sunday), Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 13, Mar 20

You can make up missed dates by attending Julie Miller’s Immerion Part 2 at Kula Yoga in Avon, CT: Jan 30-31, Feb 27-28, Mar 27-28
Part 3: Bask in the Splendor of the Heart

* A complete review & exploration of the Principles and Level 1&2 Syllabi

* An even more in-depth exploration of the subtle aspects of the Universal Principles of Alignment and auxiliary principles

* The Bhagavad Gita and the integration of Karma, Jnana & Bhakti Yoga

* Intermediate/advanced pranayama, meditation, contemplation and journaling

* More anatomy and kinesiology of main muscle groups of the shoulders, hips, arms, and legs

* Continuation of the art of sequencing

Part 3 Williamstown: Saturdays 10-1 and 2-4:30

Apr 10, Apr 17, May 1, May 15, Jun 5, Jun 12

You can make up missed dates by attending Julie Miller’s Immerion Part 3 at Kula Yoga in Avon, CT: Apr 10-11, May 1-2, Jun 5-6
Investment for Immersion:

Early Bird: January 10 for Part 2, and by March 10 for Part 3.

$460 for each part by the Early Bird deadline.

$500 for each part after Early Bird deadline has passed.

Payment plans available.

Past Workshops:

2010

Martin Kirk, February 19 - 21, 2010

Early Bird Registration by February 1

Fri 12:00-3:00 - Shoulder Therapy

Fri 4:00-6:00 - All Levels Inversions

Sat 9:00-12:00 - All Levels Backbends

Sat 2:00-5:00 - Hands and Feet Therapy

Sun 9:00-12:00 - All Levels Forward Bends

Location: Williamstown Wellness, 610 Main St., Williamstown, MA 01267

Martin Kirk is a Certified Anusara® yoga Instructor who has gained a reputation for excellent and inspiring workshops and teacher trainings. He discovered his love for yoga in 1993 while earning a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering. He met John Friend the next year and became a devoted student of Anusara yoga. Martin’s understanding of the body is extensive and he has a special gift of taking complex subject matter and making it accessible, clear and applicable for the modern day yogi. His anatomy and therapy trainings are now legendary and greatly in demand worldwide. Martin further studies closely with his philosophy mentor, Professor Douglas Brooks, one of the world’s foremost scholars of Hindu Tantrism and the esoteric traditions of the Goddess. He has transitioned from a successful 20-year career as an engineer in the space industry to teaching and sharing his passion for yoga full-time. He is the author of the successful book, Hatha Yoga Illustrated and is co-writing (along with Ellen Saltonstall and Jordan Kirk) Anusara Yoga Manual of Anatomy and Kinesiology. Inspired by John Friend, Martin instills excellence in all of his practice and teaching of yoga. Martin lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with his wife and son.

Before February 1: Entire Weekend $180/2 hour class $30/3 hour class $45

After February 1: Entire Weekend $200/2 hour class $35/3 hour class $50

In the case of cancellation due to weather, a full refund will be provided. The workshop will not be rescheduled.

To register, mail payment by check to Tasha Yoga, 76 Grandview Dr., Williamstown, MA 01267

Tasha at Hubbard Hall

Stretch your Wings

Sunday February 7, 2010

11am-1pm

Your shoulders and arms are your wings, able to connect to your deepest aspirations in the bottom of your heart and lift them into manifest reality. Onto the expansive, illuminating light of the heart, we engage our shoulders and take flight into new realms of accomplishment and fulfillment. Learn the Anusara Yoga ™ Principles of Alignment for the upper body to guide your flight this year supported on the delicate, powerful winds of the heart. To register, please call Hubbard Hall at (518) 677-2495

2009

Ellen Saltonstall, October 17 2009

10:30-1:30 and 3-5

In this five hour anatomy intensive we will be exploring the majesty and intricacy of the human body in movement, and in particular, what happens inside the key joints of the body as we practice yoga. We will study the spine, the shoulders and the hips in very practical, interactive and engaging ways, with attention to muscles, bones, nerves and connective tissue. For students of Anusara Yoga, The Universal Principles of Alignment tm will have a new power and clarity when we see how they work anatomically. If you’ve found the anatomy to be a dry subject, full of facts to memorize, don’t worry - Ellen’s enthusiasm and creative ways of conveying the information will inspire and enlighten you to a new understanding of your yoga practice from the inside out.  $75 by Tuesday 10/13; $85 after that.  Mail to Natasha Judson, 76 Grandview Dr. Williamstown, MA 01267

Level I Immersion with Tasha in Williamstown, MA and Julie Miller of Avon CT,  featuring Special Guest Teacher Ellen Saltonstall

Part 1:  Awakening Your Heart
•In-depth exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment, Loops, and Spirals
•Refinement of all poses of Anusara’s Level 1 Syllabus
•Introduction to some of the auxiliary principles of alignment
•Anusara philosophy and vision, the 3 A’s, ethical precepts, studentship, history of yoga, the 5 elements
•Basic principles of the breath and pranayama techniques
•Practice and exploration of meditation techniques, contemplation, and journal writing
•Introduction to the anatomy of the Anusara principles, skeletal and main muscle groups of the shoulders and hips, anatomy of the breath

Dates:
Sundays 2-5:30 (unless otherwise stated)

10/4
10/11
10/17 Both Groups in Williamstown, Saturday 10:30-1:30 & 3-5, with Guest Teacher Ellen Saltonstall
10/25 Julie, in Avon
10/27 Tuesday, Tasha in Williamstown
11/1
11/8
11/14 Both Groups at Kula Yoga, Saturday 10:30-1:30 & 3-5, with Julie and Tasha

11/15

11/22

Investment:

Early Bird Extended to 9/15!

$460 early bird, $500 after September 15th

Payment plans available

Weekend Workshop with Tasha August 7-9
Unfolding the Path of Yoga

Take a journey through the stages of the path of yoga connecting with where you are now, and traveling to new opening and understanding, and offering your highest aspirations.  We route ourselves following the development of yoga and the spiritual path according to traditional teachings, brought into contemporary relevance and application.

Grounding your Life: Friday 7-9 pm
Opening into Freedom: Saturday 9-12 am
Surrendering with Love: Saturday 2-4 pm
Offering your Fullness: Sunday 10-1

Weekend - $120 / Two hour session - $25 / Three hour session - $35
Please pre-register to the mailing address below.

For this workshop with me these are suggested prices.  Please offer another amount if you need to for your situation.

Spring Renewal Through Anusara Yoga with Todd Norian

May 1-2, 2009 @ Tasha Yoga in Williamstown, MAFri. 12:00-2:00 Blossom Your Heart Into Spring:

When your heart opens, your love flows like the fragrance of a flower. Your natural beauty emerges and you become more radiant and alive. Learn the biomechanics and gradual step-by-step sequencing that makes
each pose a joyful celebration. Practice a colorful bouquet of poses including Sun Salutations, Standing Poses, Hip Openers, Backbends, Twists, Forward Bends, and More.

Fri. 3:30-5:30 Plant Seeds of Joy:
Discover the power of thought in a Universe of vibration and set a new intention for this spring season. Plant seeds of joy in the fertile ground of your heart, align with nature, and see the miracle of creation unfold before your eyes. Become the master gardener and grow the auspicious. Practice will include forward bends, hip openers, twists, and baby backbends.

Sat. 9:30-11:30 The Magical Midline: Increase Your Vibratory Level
The midline is the central channel along the spine, the Sushumna Nadi, through which the primordial power of the Universe flows. Learn a variety of ecstatic asanas that take you directly to the source of your unlimited self. When you’re connected to the midline, anything is possible.

Sat. 1-3 Tap the Sap with Twists, Forward Bends, Hip Openers, and Inversions:
Learn how to tap into the primordial, revitalizing, fountain of youth that springs forth from every cell of your being. Through a variety of powerful poses, you will free your hips, purify your spine, go inwards, and turn upside down for a sweet taste of ecstasy.

Todd is one of Anusara’s most open-hearted and inspirational teachers. He teaches yoga with the deepest intention to awaken the hearts of others to their true nature of unlimited joy. Through his personal sharing and profound philosophical insights, combined with precise technical guidance and a warm sense of humor, Todd creates an opportunity for transformation and self-empowerment in each student. He offers workshops internationally and directs Immersions and Teacher Trainings with his wife, Ann. For more info visit www.deeppeaceyoga.com.

Full weekend discount: early bird (by 4/10),  $110, after 4/10, $120
Indivudual sessions: early bird (by 4/10), $30, after 4/10, $35

Therapy/Asana Weekend with Martin Kirk

Winter 2009

Anusara Yoga Workshop with Ann Greene January 18, 2009 @ Cambridge, NY

Fall 2008

Yoga For Cyclists

Sunday Nov 16th, 12:00-3:00 pm @ Hubbard Hall Movement Studio, 25 East Main St., Cambridge NY

Bring your bike, a yoga mat, and a bike support (still need to get the proper name) if you have one.  Learn great warm-ups, strengtheners, stretches and energy boosters on the mat.  Then transfer those skills to the bike and improve your efficiency and body mechanics.

Introduction to Ayurveda with Cate Stillman

Monday, September 15, 7:15-9:15 pm, 76 Grandview Dr. Williamstown, MA 01267

Delve into the origins of Ayurveda and how the theories of the 5 elements and the 3 doshas arose. We’ll touch on the doshas and our constitutions, and how the doshas cycle through the day. Also, how disease develops according to Ayurveda, and thus, how to undo the disease process.

$30 by 9/14; $40 after that. Mail to Natasha Judson 76 Grandview Dr. Williamstown, M A 01267.

Cate founded Yogahealer in 2001, based in Idaho. She is a Clincial Ayurvedic Specialist, having graduated from the California College of Ayurveda, and completed the teacher training at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco that same year. She has been blessed to study Ayurveda with Dr. Lad in India, as well as Vedic Chanting at Desikachar’s Mandiram. Cate began formal meditation study in the Vipassana tradition in 2000, and last year completed a year long study of the Shiva Sutras (tantric text) with Sally Kempton. She also studies with Tantric philosophers Paul Muller-Ortega and Douglass Brooks. Cate began studying Anusara yoga in 2003. Cate started Yogahealer to bring Ayurvedic Wisdom into yoga communities.  She teaches intensives, workshops, cleanse courses, and guides clients with consultations & in-depth rejuvenation programs. Cate’s objective is to help make the teachings of yoga and ayurveda practical  and accessible.

More about Cate at http://www.yogahealer.com/
Cate is also available for a limited number of private sessions while she is here.

Desiree Rumbaugh in Williamstown, MA

July 24 & 25, 2008

Thurs. July 24, 6-8 pm: Flow With Grace and Light the Inner Fire: A Vigorous and Challenging Practice

Fri. July 25, 12-2 pm: Yoga to the Rescue: A Therapeutics Workshop for All Levels

For more information, click here to visit Desiree’s website

Spring 2008

Shining the Light: Asana and Therapeutics Workshop

With Ellen Saltonstall June 6 - 8, 2008

Program:

Friday 12-2: General Asana Class

Friday 6:00-8:00 Practice for Teachers
& Experienced Students

Saturday 9-12: Lower Body Therapeutics

Saturday 2-4: Hip Openers, Twists and
Forward Bends Asana Class

Sunday 10-1: Upper Body Therapeutics.

Therapeutics Sessions, Sat & Sun 10-12: Many students report that they suffer from tension and pains. Our yoga practice can address this very directly. In this workshop we will review the specifics of anatomy and common injuries. We will discuss what poses would be most beneficial and why, what to avoid, what specific instructions and adjustments will be relevant, how to modify basic poses if necessary, and we practice hands-on assists on each other. These techniques are based in Anusara Yoga. We will also practice Kinetic Awareness, which offers simple techniques with rubber balls to relieve chronic tension. A hand-out will be provided. There will be opportunity to bring up questions, either about your own challenges or those of your students.

Cost: Early bird registration (by May 15) is $17 per classroom hour. After May 15th: $20 per hour. Early bird registration for the whole series is $175. Refunds are only available if your place can be filled.

To Register or for questions: e-mail natasha.judson@gmail.com or call (917) 796-3765 or (413) 458-3194. Mail registrations to: 76 Grandview Dr., Williamstown, MA 01267.
Click here to print the registration form.

Ellen Saltonstall began her practice of meditation in 1974, and her practice of Hatha Yoga in 1981. After a decade of study in the Iyengar Yoga method, she met John Friend , who trained and certified her to teach Anusara Yoga. Ellen?s early involvement in massage and dance set the groundwork for her ongoing passion for anatomy and the therapeutic applications of yoga. She has extensive experience working with issues such as menopause, fertility, lower back pain, and repetitive strain injuries.

Ellen is also a senior teacher of Kinetic Awareness, a body therapy using rubber balls. In 1983 Ellen wrote and published the first book on the method, Kinetic Awareness; Discovering Your Bodymind. She continues to use this method in her therapeutic classes, and to train teachers to incorporate it into their work with clients.

Ellen recently co-authored, with Dr. Loren Fishman, two books on yoga which will be published by WW Norton: Yoga for Arthritis (March 2008) and Yoga for Osteoporosis (March 2009). She is currently working on an anatomy book for Anusara Yoga practitioners with Martin and Jordan Kirk.

In addition to running her own home yoga studio, Ellen has taught at numerous yoga studios, colleges and hospitals in the New York area. She is the mother of three children. In Anusara Yoga she finds an elegant and subtle interplay of the physical and the spiritual. She loves sharing her knowledge with students, encouraging them to find their own source of joy and expressive freedom. Please visit her website at Mohiniyoga.com.