This workshop will offer a concise and practical overview into the system and practice of yoga. The structure of the workshop will be based on a classical text written by the sage Patanjali. Each class will begin with a lecture on some aspect of yoga philosophy that will be followed with foundational information on the types of asanas shown. As the classes are sequential and progressive, it is recommended that students attend the entire workshop.

Topics for this workshop:

• The How and Why of Yoga: the connection of mind and body along with the rationale behind yoga methodology.

• The Breath: Explore the fundamentals of the breath and begin to remove obstacles to the breath and optimize its function. We will also begin to gain awareness of how the breath affects and is affected by the mind.

• Vrttis: the various methods of perception available to the mind. Through knowledge of the…