Featuring:
“Heal Yourself-Heal the World” Yoga Class & Discussion with Dr. Indu Arora
Dr. Indu Arora is able to reach with authority into the lineage and ancestry of yoga and carry us forward towards a collective vision of tomorrow. Dr. Arora has vast experience as an international speaker, Master Yoga Teacher Trainer, Ayurvedic Counselor and Doctor in Alternate Medicine. She is the author of “Yoga: Ancient Heritage, Tomorrow’s Vision,” and is a regular contributer to YogaChicago Magazine. She has received numerous awards for her contribution to Yoga at national and international level and is Yoga Alliance certified, logging more than 30,000 hours of Yoga & Meditation teaching experience. Click here for Dr. Arora’s Facebook Page. This workshop is suitable for those brand new to yoga as well as for the experienced practitioners.
The Five Tibetan Rites are easy to do and are great for improving health, acquiring vitality and toning & sculpting the entire body. These simple exercises have a “liberating” and balancing effect towards one’s overall wellbeing. This session includes a special Tibetan meditation. For over 35 years Laurie has traveled around the globe through many paths of yoga including Raja, Kundalini, Kriya, Bhakti, Agni, Integral, Sivananda, Bikram, Vinyasa, and Kripalu Yoga. She is the author of the new book, “FRIENDSHIP… The Art of the Practice,” a collection of dazzling photographs with inspiring quotes which captures friends ages 10-100, practicing yoga in spectacular settings around the world.This workshop is suitable for those brand new to yoga as well as to the experienced practitioners.
Bringing Yoga Home with Jinjer Stanton
Based on her book, “Yoga for Every Room in Your House,” Jinjer’s workshop will be about ways to fit yoga into the time and space you have using the furniture that is normally in the way as props. Jinjer’s column in The Edge: Soul of the Cities is also titled, “Bringing Yoga Home.”
“ . . . Jinjer is a natural and comfortable instructor. Her workshop included hands-on techniques and exercises that can be modified to any body or space. Her flexible approach embodies the spirit of yoga that many instructors miss. Her approach is down-to-earth and oriented towards how yoga can help you and fit into your life– not how you need to change to become a yogi. She also incorporates historical background, inspirational phrases and food for thought. These make the workshop go beyond a how-to to something deeper. I was thinking about her words and her approach for weeks following the workshop. Our audience included teenagers . . . as well as women and men in their 30’s to 60’s. Everyone participated. Our copy of Yoga for Every Room in Your House is now always checked out. It will come back for a day, we’ll display it on our New Books shelf, and it will be checked out once again.” – Lisa M. Stuart, Librarian, Roosevelt Public Library
An Adventure in Kundalini Yoga & Power Meditation with Dr. Yogi
The Possible Hue-man: The Science, Art & Philosophy of Sadhana. (Sadhana is disciplined spiritual practice of the yogi). Hari has been training Kundalini Yoga Teachers and teaching yoga for over 30 years, including The Master’s Touch program with Yogi Bhajan. He participated in the design of Levels I, II and III of the Kundalini Research Institute’s Teacher Training models. Although he is a well-respected Sat Nam Rasayan teacher and an experienced “Upper Cervical Chiropractor,” and a member of the Khalsa Chiropractic Association & the International Chiropractic Association, Hari (Dr. Yogi)’s biggest success is mirrored in the laugher and love of his students and those of us who have been left grinning ear to ear after Dr. Yogi’s workshops.This workshop is suitable for those brand new to yoga as well as to the experienced practitioners.
“Into the Mystic,” Vinyasa taught by Clover from CorePower Yoga and live music from Phoenix Rising
“[Yoga] began as an experiment, something I thought I couldn’t afford or had no time for… and now I am blessed to teach the practice that did and does continue to transform my life.” Movement has always inspired Clover. She has danced and practiced Pilates, and as a painter, Clover dominates her canvasses with dancing and moving figures. Clover plunged into the journey of yoga when the St. Paul CorePower studio opened directly over her workplace. Since she had moved frequently as a child and lived all over America, Clover has found her grounding in the practice. “Yoga has become a home, a community in which I can grow roots,” she explains. Ahimsa (the practice of nonviolence) is an avid part of her practice as she is also a vegan, bicycle commuter and earth lover.
With Live Music by Wendy Loomis and Monica Williams. Wendy Loomis and Monica Williams, who make up Phoenix Rising from San Francisco, will be combining aspects of new age, world, classical, and jazz with Clover’s beautiful teaching style to bring you into the Mystic. Their music, (“… lyrical, dramatic at times, and thoughtful…”) is evocative and enchanting. This workshop is best suited for experienced yoga practitioners. Yoga-curious? You are welcome to observe this class and enjoy the music. Wendy and Monica will also be presenting a Flute & Drum workshop. See more details on this site.
Vibration & Personal Power” with Lauren Drilling
Join Lauren in exploring the beautiful science of Kundalini Yoga. Kundalini Yoga is a sacred technology that allows everyone to expand awareness and live more consciously now. This will be an opportunity to explore vibration and personal power as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Lauren is a vital local yoga teacher who is 200hr Hatha Yoga Certified, 200hr Kundalini Certified, Yoga Fit & CPR Certified. This workshop is suitable for those brand new to yoga as well as to the experienced practitioners.
“Authentic Asana” Yoga with Chris Balser
Chris guides his students into alignment with the intent, vibration & energy of each asana (pose) thereby shifting the challenge away from aesthetics towards an experience in authentic awareness. One of the classes Chris will teach at the Festival will have a special focus for high school guys & gals.This workshop is suitable for intermediate level yoga practitioners and helpful to those who want to heal body aches & pains through yoga practices. Experienced yogis will also enjoy Chris’s unique teaching perspective.
Quantum Qi Gong with Peng Her
Peng stems from a long lineage of Hmong Shamans. His shamanic acumen is without equal. Join us for possibly the post healing activity of your life! Peng has 15 years of qi gong and martial arts experience and he is currently in practice in the Twin Cities in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. This workshop is suitable for those brand new to healing and qi gong and will be a delight for those already practicing this sacred art.
Heart Opening Vinyasa with Jennifer Colletti
Lift your energy, your spirit and your heart with a practice to open and clear the heart and throat chakras. Find your authentic self through shedding layers. This class is planned specifically to bring you to your center, and create lasting balance and calm. Jennifer’s yoga teaching career began with a Vinyasa training five years ago. Since her initial training she has expanded her teachings into Women’s Health, focusing on Fertility, Pre and Postnatal and Family Yoga. Her current classes are at the new wellness center Moe Bodyworks in South Minneapolis. This class is best for people with some amount of yoga experience.
Join Michelle for a barrier-breaking, transformational yoga experience that you can take off your mat and into your life. You will go beyond your mind’s limits and into a realm of your fullest potential! Michelle’s purpose for teaching yoga is to give you a real foundation and the power to set you free. Michelle has studied with instructors such as Baron Baptiste, Shiva Rea, and Tias Little. Michelle has been given the opportunity to work with professional athletes, artists, musicians, and television personalities, and she brings a humble sense of genuine gratitude towards each student, honoring them for who they really are. This workshop is suitable for those brand new to yoga.
Bliss Power Yoga with Renee Fussner
“With just a little leap of faith we can all find our edge, on and off of the mat. What we find there is not an ending, but a beginning full of promise and endless opportunity.” Renee Fussner, founder of Bliss Power Yoga in Wisconsin, is excited to be a part of The Twin Cities Yoga Festival! Renee has traveled extensively teaching and studying with some of the best and brightest Yoga instructors in the world. Influenced by her own teachers, including Deborah Williamson, Johnny Kest, Dharma Mittra, and Rolfe Gates, she takes what she has learned from them and weaves it among what she has learned in life. The result: A beautiful mixture of strength and grace. Renee centers her class on finding your inner strength and then allowing that strength to carry you through your flow. Teaching with a mixture of energy, encouragement and focus, Renee’s goal is to take you to your mental and physical edge where she promises a beautiful view. Come to class prepared to sweat out the old and create space for a brighter new you. This workshop is suitable for the more athletically inclined, experienced asana practitioner.
Parent + Child Yoga class with Hiyala Indiga
In this class we will practice several asanas as we follow the story of Savasana, the Turtle that does Yoga, written by Hiyala herself. Savasana and his mom go for a hike and imitate the animals of the nature world. Partner poses such as lizard sunbathing on a rock, allow for contact with the parent that the child loves so much. Also, there are moments of stillness as mom and child do the poses on their own. The book which is sold with an accompanying CD is available for purchase. On the CD, Hiyala reads the story with background soft piano music by Thomas Haddox.
Alexandra Glad, Raw Foods Nutrition Creator at Ecopolitan
Ally from Ecopolitan will be creating a delicious raw dessert. Ally has worked as a raw chef for 4 years. She brings enthusiasm and artistry to her food. She is an animal rights advocate devoting much of her time to various volunteer organizations in Minneapolis and California. She recently completed a month long internship at a Farm Sanctuary in Orland, CA doing extensive work as a farm hand and farm animal caregiver. She lives in Uptown Minneapolis and is an avid cyclist and artist. Ecopolitan is 100% Organic Vegan Raw restaurant, bar, natural home & body goods shop, infrared sauna, oxygen bar and eco-art gallery: “For Your Health, the Earth, & the Taste”.
Erez grew up in Israel. At the age of eighteen he joined the Israeli Army, and was recruited for the Special Forces for four and a half years. Upon leaving he traveled the world. It was in Minneapolis that he discovered Yoga. He always knew he would do something in his life which combined the physical and spiritual. Erez found his destiny in the practice of Ashtanga Yoga. He has traveled to India, California and New York in order to study with his teacher, the founder of Ashtanga Yoga, Shri K. Pattabhi Jois. He has supplemented his training by studying with the only teachers in the world who are qualified to teach Ashtanga due to the fact that they have spent a lot of time in India in order to be certified by Pattabhi Jois. They are as follows: Manju Jois, Pattabhi’s son, Shirat Jois, Pattabhi’s grandson, Micheal Gannon, Govinda Kai, and Kino Macgregor. Erez’s newest favorite teachers are his two beloved children Lilly and Lucas whom he learns from each and every day! Erez teaches authentic, traditional Ashtanga, mixing the physical and the spiritual in a seamless flow.
Mindfulness and the 12-Steps with Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart
Mindfulness and the 12 Steps, Living Recovery in the Present is Thérèse’s newest book, released in June 2010, offering recovering people a new resource and fresh perspective for developing their own spiritual path. Included are lessons from ancient and modern Buddhist teachers, and a guided approach to putting mindfulness practices into action. Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart has been a practicing psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and international consultant for more than twenty-five years. In 2004, she founded MindRoads Meditation Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Thérèse has studied with Tibetan monks in Nepal and India, Carmelite contemplatives in a monastery in Arizona, and the Soto Zen community at Green Gulch Farm Zen Center in San Francisco, California. Thérèse is a recognized subject matter expert in emotional intelligence, and the author of Paths are Made for Walking: Practical Steps to Attaining Serenity.
All of our presenters are Seva Yogis (volunteers). Twin Cities Yoga Festival. 10.23.10.
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