Anusara Immersions
The Kirk Yoga, LLC Anusara ® Yoga Immersion Program offers a comprehensive curriculum in three parts totaling 100 hours and is the prerequisite for the 100 hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Training. We will explore the basic elements of yoga philosophy, alignment, and anatomy along with the practices of pranayama and meditation. When both programs are successfully completed through Kirk Yoga, LLC; then you receive a Kirk Yoga, LLC 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. Our program is Yoga Alliance registered and is licensed with the State of Arizona. Both serious students and teachers are welcome.
Upcoming Dates:
Scottsdale, Arizona Download Brochure
Immersion Part 1 – Sept 10 – 14, 2010
Immersion Part 2 – Oct 27 - 31, 2010
Immersion Part 3 - Dec 1 - 5, 2010
To reigister:
jordan@kirkyoga.com
480-657-2584
Immersion Part 1 – Stepping into the Heart
Sept 10 – 14, 2010 (Fri – Tues)
Fri – Mon: 9:00 am-12:30 pm & 2:00 pm-5:30 pm
Tues: 8:30 am-12:30 pm
In this Immersion we will establish a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Anusara yoga by connecting deeply with its life-affirming Tantric philosophy.
Subjects covered:
- Universal Principles of Alignment™
- Study and Practice of level 1 syllabus Yoga poses
- Anusara Method & Tantra Philosophy
- Adhikara (studentship)
- 5 Elements, Gunas & Yoga Ethics
- Mulabhanda
- Yoga Anatomy
- Pranayama and Meditation basics
Prerequisite: 30 hours of Anusara yoga studies
Required Texts: Click here
Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual PDF by John Friend
Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Manual by John Friend
Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain
Texts may be purchased through Anusara.com on-line store
Immersion Part 2 – Deepening the Journey
Oct 27 - 31, 2010 (Wed – Sun)
Weds –Sat: 9:00 am-12:30 pm & 2:00 pm-5:30 pm
Sun: 8:30 am-12:30 pm
During this phase, we will study the depths of Tantric philosophy as well as how this philosophy applies to the great yogic texts.
Subjects covered:
- Historical Overview of 3 main schools of Yoga Philosophy
- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali & Astanga Yoga
- Malas, Kleshas & Jaladhara Bandha
- Tantra philosophy
- Tantric texts – The Spendor of Recognition and Tattvas
- Deeper practice of Pranayama & Meditation
- Yoga Anatomy
- Level 2 syllabus poses introduced
Prerequisite: Anusara Immersion – part 1
Required Texts: Click here
Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual PDF by John Friend
Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Manual by John Friend
Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain
Texts may be purchased through Anusara.com on-line store
Immersion Part 3 – Path of Awakening
Dec 1 - 5, 2010 (Weds – Sun)
Weds –Sat: 9:00 am-12:30 pm & 2:00 pm-5:30 pm
Sun: 8:30 am-12:30 pm
During this phase, we will deepen and refine our study of Anusara Yoga both physically and philosophically.
Subjects covered:
- Bhagavad Gita, Dharma & Paths of Yoga
- Chakras, Kundalini and the Energy body
- Basic Sanskrit of philosophical terms
- Deeper study of Philosophy & Practice of Yoga Postures
- Develop a Personal Practice of Asana, Pranayama & Meditation
- Masterful Sequencing
- Yoga Anatomy
Prerequisite: Anusara Immersion – part 2
Required Texts: Click here
Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual PDF by John Friend
Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Manual by John Friend
Anatomy of Movement by Blandine Calais-Germain
Bhagavad Gita-translation by Stephen Mitchell
Texts may be purchased through Anusara.com on-line store
Tuition:
$675 each or $1950 for all three if paid for by September 3, 2010 (save $75)
Special Promotion if register by August 27th:
$1799 for Immersion – part 1, part 2 & part 3 (save $250!!)
Payment plan option (must make first payment by Aug 27):
Pay in three easy installments of $625/month (save $150!)
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Lodging:
On site accommodations are available at this gorgeous retreat facility. Click HERE for detailed information. You MUST REGISTER for lodging 1 MONTH PRIOR to the start of the session to be guaranteed a room. After that, there may still be space available, just no guarantee. To book your lodging, please contact: Marnie at 480-488-5218.