WORKSHOPS & ADVANCED COURSES

Introduction to Ayurveda and Daily Self Care Practices

Whether you're brand new to yoga, Ayurveda, and the Eastern healing arts, or not - this workshop is sure to be fun, informative, and inspiring.  Join Sally as we learn how to incorporate simple dietary modifications, lifestyle adjustments, and a home yoga and meditation practice in an assessible and effective way. The aim of this workshop is to empower you with the tools, as well as the compassion you need, to understand your unique body type and how to best enjoy each and every day!

We will include a short discussion about the 3 doshas and the basics of constitutional medicine.  Most of the time will be spent with "hands-on" learning around food, yoga, and meditation.  You will learn how to use the neti pot, how to perform abhyanga (daily self oil massage), how to set up an altar in your home for daily meditation practice, and more.  You will leave with samples of herbs, oils, and foods, as well as a guided meditation CD.

cost: $35
date: Saturday September 11th
time: 1-4pm
location: Yogini Bloom 3 W Bridge St New Hope PA 18938.
website: www.yoginibloom.com

registration: please email sally@yoginibloom.com or call 215.862.2770

Managing Menopause: The Yogini Way
learn how yin yoga, meditation, and food choices can help ease the transition

Join Sally for an exploration of the ancient roots and principals of Yoga, including Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita. Topics include:

What is the classical definition of Yoga?
What are the 8 limbs of Yoga?  
How do postures (asana) fit into the bigger picture?
How do I integrate what I learn from yoga into my life, my work, and my relationships?
How can yoga philosophy enhance my physical practice and overall wellbeing?
This class is appropriate for all levels of experience. If you'd like, please read the following books before coming to class. This is not required, but may be helpful.

The Yoga Sutras, translated by Mukunda Styles
Bhagavad Gita, translated by Stephen Mitchell
The Upanishads, translated Juan Mascaro