Yog Sadhan Ashram of Chicago

Join us for a week of Hatha and Raja Yoga training amidst the Ashram’s peaceful acreage of rolling hills and majestic trees. Acharya Hersh Khetarpal, along with other senior teachers at the Ashram, will provide in-depth teachings of Yoga philosophy and the practices of  asana, pranayama, meditation. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and advanced Yoga students.

Schedule:

Session Descriptions:

Hatha Yoga: We will begin each morning with a Hatha Yoga class. Class will be held outdoors on the Ashram’s beautiful property (weather permitting).

Cooking Class: Participants will learn how to cook a nutritious and delicious vegetarian Indian meal each day. Each meal will then be served for all to enjoy at lunch.

Pranayama: Our breath carries our prana, or vital energy. In this session, you will learn what prana is, the benefits of a pranayama practice, and how to perform several pranayama techniques.

Chakras: Seven energy centers, or chakras, pervade our body. The session will include theory and practice of chakra meditation.

Meditation: In this session, we will learn the benefits of meditation, several techniques, and finish with a group meditation.

Shat Darshan (6 Philosophies of Hinduism): The Yoga Sutra is one of the 6 primary Hindu philosophies. In this session, we will learn about all 6 philosophies, their similarities, and differences.

Practical Applications of Yoga Philosophy: In this interactive session, we will discuss personal stories and challenges of applying specific yoga philosophies in real life (such as yamas and nyamas).

Kena Upanishad Discourse: One of the most important set of scriptures in yogic philosophy, the Upanishads explain the real nature of the Self. Each day there will be a lecture and discussion on the Kena Upanishad.

Important Details:

• You may attend the full workshop or select specific days, sessions. Beginners are welcome to all sessions.
• Sessions will start on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to all sessions.
• There is no set fee for the workshop but a Suggested Minimum Donation of $50 per day.

To reserve a spot in the workshop, please send the completed form and donation checks by August 15^th, 2010 to: Yog Sadhan Ashram of Chicago, 28W100 St. Charles Rd., West Chicago, IL 60185

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Minimum Suggested Donation: $50 per day. All donations are tax deductible.