cYs Introductory Sūtra Study Course Overview and Bookings

The cYs Introductory Sūtra Study Course is based in Bristol and introduces student’s to the primary principles and teachings from the Yoga Sūtra and how they inspire and guide Yoga practice
 and study.

The Introductory Sūtra Study Course is open to all except complete beginners. It offers an opportunity for a student from any Yoga background or style to have an in-depth introduction to Yoga Sūtra study. They offer teachings on the Yoga Sūtra, either for personal development or professional skills.

They are complete in themselves and offer a sound overview of the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra each of which can also be  developed through the four Foundation Yoga workshops.

It is an opportunity for a Yoga student from any Yoga background or style to experience an in-depth introduction to the Yoga Sūtra of Patāñjali. It is also a prerequisite to further work in the Foundation Yoga Sūtra Study Programme.

View or Download an eBrochure with the cYs Introductory Sūtra Study Course details

Upcoming Dates

Aims

To present a view of the Yoga Sūtra through which students can support and develop their own practice and deepen their appreciation of the possibilities for the Yoga Sūtra in their lives.

The role of this Course is not to train students as Yoga teachers although the Sūtra Study Course will obviously enhance any Yoga teacher’s skills in the area of Yoga psychology and Yoga Therapy.

They are offered with respect for the vital source from which these Yoga teachings originated and their place in our age and culture.

Framework

The Introductory Yoga Sūtra Study Course reflect the teachings of TKV Desikachar and his father and teacher T Krishnamacharya as taught to Paul Harvey over 25 years through:

  • Guidance in emphasising a personal reflective study to support your life.
  • Understanding the principles that inspire and shape Yoga philosophy.
  • An overview of primary Yoga Sūtra concepts around body and mind.
  • Familiarisation with basic Yoga Sūtra terms and practice techniques.
  • Appreciating how chanting the Yoga Sūtra can aid their absorption and help deepen our understanding.
  • Deepening the reflective aspects of our personal practice with the Yoga Sūtra.

The Introductory Sūtra Study Course topics total over 10 hours through

Yoga Practice – 2.25 hours

  • Practical learning skills from the Yoga Sūtra to refine your practice.

Yoga Sūtra – 7.0 hours

  • Exploring some key concepts that underpin this Teaching on Yoga.
  • How the four chapters are linked.
  • What are the key words in each.
  • Which chapters are most important.
  • Why we need a view such as Patāñjali.
  • Learning to look from the Yoga Sūtra at our relationship with others.
  • Linking the Sūtra to the ebb and flow of daily life.

Saṃskṛta – As part of Learning to use the Yoga Sūtra – 0.5 hours

  • Introduction to the value of reciting the Yoga Sūtra

Course Review – 0.75 hour

  • Informal guidelines of a practical nature through review, reading, questions for reflection and personal practice.

The Introductory Sūtra Study Course Weekend Schedule

Saturday

  • 9.30 – Onwards for refreshments
  • 10.00 – Yoga Sūtra Study Context and Overview
  • 10.45 – Break
  • 11.00 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 11.45 – Break
  • 12.00 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 12.45 – Yoga Practice
  • 1.15 – Lunch
  • 2.30 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 3.30 – Break
  • 3.45 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 4.45 – Yoga Practice
  • 5.30 – Departures

Sunday

  • 9.00 – Onwards for refreshments
  • 9.30 – Review of day one themes
  • 10.00 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 10.45 – Break
  • 11.00 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 11.45 – Break
  • 12.00 – Yoga Practice
  • 12.30 – Lunch
  • 1.30 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 2.15 – Break
  • 2.30 – Yoga Sūtra Study
  • 3.15 – Closing and Review
  • 3.30 – Yoga Practice
  • 4.00 – Departures

Download the Introductory Yoga Sūtra Study Programme details as a PDF file

Prerequisites

A minimum of one year’s attendance at a Yoga group class of any Yoga approach, or 10 individual Yoga lessons with any Yoga teacher.

Duration

A total of 15 hours (10 hours tuition over two days plus suggestions for 5 hours guided home study and practice directions).

Feedback

Support and advice will be offered on the students’ progress and on the possibilities for further development after the course.

Certification

The Introductory Yoga Sūtra Study Course Certificate of Completion is awarded to successful students with 100% attendance. The IYSW can count for 10-15 BWY CPD points for BWY Teachers.

Fees & Booking

The dates are all Saturday and Sunday and the Introductory Yoga Sūtra Study Courses are for any Yoga teachers, trainee teachers and all Yoga students except complete Yoga beginners.

The 2011 course fee will be £135 for the two days.
The 2012 course fee will be £140 for the two days.
The 2013 course fee will be £145 for the two days.

The full fee is payable at the time of booking and includes a 70 page colour manual, tuition, delicious vegetarian lunches each day and all refreshments.

The full course fee is made payable to Paul Harvey and sent to Yoganjali, Princes Place, Bristol BS7 8NP. Confirmation will be sent. All Fees are non-returnable and non-transferable. In the case of Yoga courses not running an acceptable alternative or a full refund will be offered.

Venue & Directions

Yogāñjali Yoga Teaching and Therapy Centre Background & Facilities

Yogāñjali Yoga Teaching and Therapy Centre Bristol Map & Directions

Accommodation Options

Click here for a range of options near to the Centre or around Bristol.

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