Venue: The Grace 54 Bath Avenue, Rosebank
Kundalini Yoga The teachings of Kundalini Yoga invite us to touch our sacred self and shine our truth. We can let go of the subconscious burden that makes us react in set ways, reset and boost our vitality for a magnificent way forward. In the practice of this powerful yoga and the deep meditations, we unfold to the mystery and sacredness of life. The sacred and secret art of Kundalini yoga was taught by Yogi Bhajan who tirelessly travelled and taught from the late Sixties until some years ago. Kundalini Yoga is well established and loved in South Africa. www.kundaliniyoga.co.za
Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa of Golden Bridge Yoga LA, is returning to South Africa to spread her message of service, upliftment and healing through this Golden form of Yoga. Gurmukh continues to be one of the outstanding yoga teachers of our time, a true inspiration, bringing her dedication to peace and transformation fully into her own life, and spreading it widely in her teachings. Guided by work with her self and others in this yoga of awareness, you are invited to become part of the ‘golden’ chain where the transmission of teaching and consciousness happens through the lineage of Master teacher Yogi Bhajan.
Sharon Gannon and David Life are the creators of the world-renowned Jivamukti Yoga Method, which is a path to enlightenment through compassion for all beings. They are pioneers in teaching yoga as spiritual activism.
YOGA JOURNAL Magazine has called them innovators and VANITY FAIR gives them credit for making yoga cool and hip. The Jivamukti Method has been recognized by TIME magazine as one of the nine forms of Hatha yoga practiced in the world today.
The popularity of the method is spreading internationally with Jivamukti Yoga centres opening in such diverse locations as Munich, Berlin, London, Toronto, Whistler, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. It is one of the fastest growing and most highly regarded modern approaches to the ancient art of yoga. Sharon Gannon and David Life have certified hundreds of students to teach the Jivamukti method through the intense one-month residential 300 hour Teacher Training course which is offered each year in the US and in Europe.They travel extensively teaching and presenting at American, European, Canadian, Asian, South and Central American Conferences. With their Yoga DVDs and the books, Jivamukti Yoga, (also translated into Russian & Italian) The Art of Yoga, Yoga andVegetarianism and Cats and Dogs are People too! Gannon and Life are changing the way that people view, spirituality, life, themselves, each other.
24th February 2010: Touching the Golden Torch 7 - 8.30 pm
A workshop for Teachers
As teachers, we hold the space for many. In this class Gurmukh addresses yoga teachers of all traditions, schools and backgrounds exploring the very essence of what gives a teacher strength and capacity. This access allows us to be authentic, inspired, real and sensitive in view of more and more people trusting the healing delivery of yoga.
Cost: R108
Venue: ISHTA studio. 121 Athol Road, Illovo
24th, February 2010 (Session 1 Kundalini Immersion) 10-12pm
Living Beyond Duality
For many, every step in life is filled with many questions and a lot of uncertainty. The haze can surround the simplest decisions, anywhere from, “What do I eat or wear today” - all the way to, “What is my life’s purpose?” Long term confusion leads us to sensory overload and often to discouragement and then depression. As we move into the Aquarian Age the need to stay centered will increase. Learning to hear the voice of our own soul’s direction and flow gives us a tool to overcome any internal duality. Together we’ll practice ancient Kundalini kriyas to set the stage for deep and powerful meditation, opening the ability to stay more centered in life. We will discover tools that will bring us the ability to hear beyond all the distractions around us so we might live in peace and happiness. Ending with dance, we’ll then relax to the Sacred Sound of the Gong, taking us beyond time and space. All Levels.
24th February 2010 (Session 2 Kundalini Immersion) 2-4pm
Diving for the Blue Pearl -Experience Transformation
Throughout the centuries, Kundalini Yoga was a secret only taught in the Himalayas to small groups of advanced yogis. Yogi Bhajan came to the West in 1969, and said the world needs this experience NOW. Kundalini Yoga unveils our world from the other worlds, and the window between spirit world and living world opens. It is our time to be in joy, give thanks and honour our ancient path. Please join us as we open to our subtle essence through asana, meditation, kriya, chanting, dancing and the healing sounds of the Sacred Gong. All Levels Welcome.
25th February 2010 (Session 3 Kundalini Immersion) 10-12pm
Moving from Karma to a Life of Dharma: Entering the Aquarian Age
For many, life is lived in a constant state of reaction and action likened to a roller coaster ride. However, at some point in our spiritual journey we realize there is more to our being and lives than this. Let us train ourselves to Act and not Re-act to all that occurs around us. Let us develop the habit to watch our lives as a series of events, just as we watch a movie. From this meditative perspective, we are free. We move from karma to dharma. We choose how we will proceed and perceive. Together we will realize that we do have the right to choose our own Reality using the tools of Kundalini Yoga, Chanting, Meditation, Dance and the Sound of the Sacred Gong. All Levels Welcome.
26th February 2010 (Session 4 Kundalini Immersion) 10-12pm
Training the Mind: A Life Beyond Our Fear as We Enter into the Golden Age.
Meditation is the basic key to a happy life. The nature of our mind is to create fear - it feels this will protect us! However, we have the choice to see above and beyond the fear, and the answer is: Meditation. If we meditate, the subconscious fear base will not leak into the conscious awareness. We will then live a clear and happy life. Join us as we prepare the body to be still and quiet. Through Kundalini Yoga and Meditation, let us move into the deeper realms of very ancient and sacred meditation techniques, giving us the ability to view our lives beyond time and beyond space. We will end with dance and relax to the sounds of the Sacred Gong. All Levels Welcome.
26th February 2010 - Charity Event 2-5pm
Shakti Raising Consciousness - Special Workshop for Women. With Gurmukh and Sharon
As women, we strive to be physically, mentally, and spiritually strong; respected for our intuition and emotional maturity and honoured for our individual skills and traits. A committed yoga practice can help us answer core questions about our lives, ourselves, and our deepest desires so we can continue to grow and evolve. This multifaceted retreat can show us how. Guided and inspired by Sharon and Gurmukh this workshop will infuse us with emotional authenticity to cultivate a lightness of being, imbue discipline, and raise awareness of the intricacies of our feminine psyche, which both nurtures and empowers us.
Cost: R500
26th February 2010 - Charity Event 2-5pm
Virabhadra: Warrior Stances - Special Workshop for Men with Gurushabd and David
Virabhadra was born out of the tragical marriage of Shiva and Sati. His archetype shows the transformation from the lower triangle of consciousness to higher consciousness. We will re-enact this universal experience through the Virabhadrasana Warrior Stances, giving expression and life to our personal journey of consciousness.
Cost: R500
Saturday 27th, 10am-1pm (Session 1 of Jivamukti Immersion)
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Ahimsa (non violence and compassion)
This session will introduce Sharon Gannon and David Life as the founders of Jivamukti Yoga and they will discuss Ahimsa (non-violence and compassion) in more depth in this session. This will be followed by an asana class with warm-ups, Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation; ending with a Q&A and discussion.
Saturday 27th 3-6pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Scripture (session 2 of Jivamukti Immersion)
This session begins with an asana class: warm-ups, followed by Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation; followed by a spiritual talk explaining the need for acknowledging the roots of Yoga and why Jivamukti incorporates spiritual teachings from ancient texts such as the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutras and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Ending with a Q&A and discussion.
Sunday 28th 10am - 1pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Bhakti (Devotion to God) (Session 3 of Jivamukti Immersion)
The session begins with an asana class: Warm-ups, followed by: Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation. The session will end with Sharon and David giving a spiritual talk incorporating one of the 5 tenets that make up the Jivamukti method - Bhakti (Devotion to God) thereafter Q&A and discussion.
Sunday 28th 3-6pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Nada Yoga (Deep listening) (Session 4 of Jivamukti Immersion)
Sharon and David will lead the asana class that begins with a warm-up, followed by Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation. Q&A and discussion. The session progresses exploring the Yoga of sound (Nada). Jivamukti Yoga is famous for their up beat classes incorporating music from traditional Indian ragas to Global trance.
Kundalini Cape Town
Saturday 20th February 2010 (Day 1 Kundalini Immersion) 11am - 4.30pm
Living Beyond Duality
For many, every step in life is filled with many questions and a lot of uncertainty. The haze can surround the simplest decisions, anywhere from, “What do I eat or wear today” - all the way to, “What is my life’s purpose?” Long term confusion first leads us to sensory overload and often to discouragement and then depression. As we move into the Aquarian Age the need to stay centered will increase. Learning to hear the voice of our own soul’s direction and flow gives us a tool to overcome any internal duality. Together we’ll practice ancient Kundalini kriyas to set the stage for deep and powerful meditation, opening the ability to stay more centered in life. We will discover tools that will bring us the ability to hear beyond all the distractions around us so we might live in peace and happiness. Ending with dance, we’ll then relax to the Sacred Sound of the Gong, taking us beyond time and space.
Polish Your Body - Shine Your Soul: Set Yourself for the Aquarian Age
In many traditions you’ll find the concept of “Ishnaan” - sacred cleansing which leads us to a healthier body. Proper caring for the body is essential because it is the vessel in which our soul is carried. We can train ourselves to see our body as a Temple that carries a Sacredness within. Through the techniques of Kundalini Yoga, join us as we explore ways to relax, detoxify and open our bodies to the presence of divinity, ending with a very sacred meditative kriya and the sounds of the Gong. All Levels Welcome.
Venue: DEUTSCHE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Bay View Avenue, Tamboerskloof - For bookings and details please contact:
Anton 0722431401 or email: info@gururamdas.co.za www.gururamdas.co.za
Sunday 21st February 2010 (Day 2 Kundalini Immersion) 9am - 2.30pm
Reality is What We Make of It.
Meditation has been going on in the world for thousands of years. Through our developed meditative mind, we can choose how we perceive the world. We can live in a state of Joy, so all that happens is an expansion of our soul’s touch with Infinity. Or we can see all that happens to us as a curse that leads us to hell. It’s really that much up to us. Through the techniques of Kundalini Yoga, join us as we explore and develop the potential of our Self to decide which path along the road we choose to travel.
Training the Mind: A Life Beyond Our Fear as We Enter into the Golden Age.
Meditation is the basic key to a happy life. The nature of our mind is to create fear, because it feels this will protect us. However, we have the
choice to see above and beyond the fear, and the answer is: Meditation. If we meditate, the subconscious fear base will not leak into the conscious awareness. We will then live a clear and happy life. Join us as we prepare the body to be still and quiet. Through Kundalini Yoga and Meditation, let us move into the deeper realms of very ancient and sacred meditation techniques, giving us the ability to view our lives beyond time and beyond space. We will end with dance and relax to the sounds of the Sacred Gong. All Levels Welcome.
Venue: DEUTSCHE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Bay View Avenue, Tamboerskloof - For bookings and details please contact:
Anton 0722431401 or email: info@gururamdas.co.za www.gururamdas.co.za
Jivamukti Cape Town
Tuesday 23rd 1-4pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Ahimsa (non violence and compassion)
This session will introduce Sharon Gannon and David Life as the founders of Jivamukti Yoga and they will discuss Ahimsa (non-violence and compassion) in more depth in this session. Thereafter an asana class will follow beginning with warm-ups, followed by Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation; ending with a Q&A and discussion
Venue: YogaZone in Cape Town, www.yogazone.co.za
Tuesday 23rd 7:30-9:30pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Scripture (session 2 of Jivamukti Immersion)
This session begins with an asana class beginning with warm-up, followed by: Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation; followed by a spiritual talk explaining the need for acknowledging the roots of Yoga and why Jivamukti incorporates spiritual teachings from ancient texts such as the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutras and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Thereafter ending with a Q&A and discussion.
Venue: YogaZone in Cape Town, www.yogazone.co.za
Wednesday 24th 1-4pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Bhakti (Devotion to God) (Session 3 of Jivamukti Immersion)
The session begins with an asana class beginning with warm-up, followed by: Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation. The session will end with Sharon and David giving a spiritual talk incorporating one of the 5 tenets that make up the Jivamukti method - Bhakti (Devotion to God) thereafter Q&A and discussion.
Venue: YogaZone in Cape Town, www.yogazone.co.za
Wednesday 24th 7:30-9:30pm
Jivamukti Intensive with a focus on Nada Yoga (Deep listening) (Session 4 of Jivamukti Immersion)
Sharon and David will lead the asana class that begins with a warm-up, followed by: Surya Namaskar, Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends, Backbends, Inversions, Shavasana and Meditation. Q&A and discussion. The session ends with a spiritual talk exploring the Yoga of sound (Nada). Jivamukti Yoga is famous for their up beat classes incorporating music from traditional Indian ragas to Global trance.
Venue: YogaZone - Cape Town, www.yogazone.co.za
I will have to look out for Sharon and David and where they are teaching as this form of yoga sounds incredibly interesting.