Workshop Description: Annamaya Kosa; Patanjali states pratyaksa (direct experience) is the path to knowledge. During this weekend we will review joints, muscles and fascia and observe how any one factor can affect the whole being. Learn the application of anatomical terms like prime mover, synergist and antagonist and reciprocal inhibition theory as it applies to yoga. This workshop will help you identify the cause and to correct common imbalance you experience or see in a yoga pose. From here we will move to Pranamaya Kosa and the anatomy of the breath from both eastern and western perspectives. Extensive handouts, power point tools and hands on. We will be doing plenty of yoga to let the intelligence of the mind learn from the body’s wisdom. All yoga styles are honoured in this workshop.
Anatomy & Yogasana I: The Foundation
from standing asana to Inversions
1. Lower body, Foundation poses
2. Pelvic Girdle & Hip Openers
3. Supple spine, Backbends & twists
4. Shoulder girdle & Inversions
Total: 12 hours
Anatomy & Yogasana II: Moving Inward
1. Pranayama and anatomy of the Breath
2. The Pelvic Core and Diaphragms
3. Benefits of Restorative Asana
Total 9 hours (+3 hr home project for course credit)
Certificate of completion given (for credit purpose)
12 MTANS credits, 24 CMTBC credits, Yoga Alliance, IYAC
Instructor Description: Leigh Milne RMT, E-RYT, PFT is a BC & NS Canada registered massage therapist, member of the CMTBC and MTANS and past member of the CMTO and licensed massage therapist in the state of Hawaii. Leigh has been a faculty member at the WCCMT Victoria BC Campus and is currently on staff at the Aloha school of Massage therapy in Maui, Hawaii. A RMT since 1990, certified personal trainer, E-RYT 500 and certified in the Iyengar yoga method, Leigh has traveled to Pune India and studied yoga with the Iyengar’s many times. Leigh leads yoga classes and workshops from her Chester, NS studio and internationally. http://www.thesadhanacentre.com/
Location: This is a retreat style offering on the Fabulous Island of Maui Hawaii at the restful Banyan Tree Inn. The Banyan Tree has a fully equipped yoga studio, lovely accommodations and swimming pool http://www.bed-breakfast-maui.com/plantation-home.htm Located on the less commercial side of the island overlooking agricultural fields and, of course, the ocean.
Dates: February 14th to 21st2011, During whale festival! This workshop will allow time to relax and get with the Aloha spirit, hang on the beach and swim with the turtles. Nothing will bring you greater peace and joy than the many humpback whales visiting Maui in February.
Cost & Registration: Total cost for A&Y I&II, accommodation and most meals $1100 USD received before Nov. 15th, $1200 after. Airfare, ground transport and entertainment not included. Based on double occupancy. To Register email Leigh leigh@thesadhanacentre.com or call 902-273-9642 to request
Dates: February 14th to 21st2011, During whale festival! This workshop will allow time to relax and get with the Aloha spirit, hang on the beach and swim with the turtles. Nothing will bring you greater peace and joy than the many humpback whales visiting Maui in February.
Cost & Registration: Total cost for A&Y I&II, accommodation and most meals $1100 USD received before Nov. 15th, $1200 after. Airfare, ground transport and entertainment not included. Based on double occupancy. To Register email Leigh leigh@thesadhanacentre.com or call 902-273-9642 to request
