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.
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
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.
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.
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Upcoming Dates
An in-depth overview of the the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra
Two Day Workshop March 10/11th 2012
An in-depth overview of the the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra
Two Day Workshop September 8/9th 2012
An in-depth overview of the the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra
Two Day Workshop February 9/10th 2013
An in-depth overview of the the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra
Two Day Workshop July 13/14th 2013
An in-depth overview of the the four chapters of the Yoga Sūtra
Two Day Workshop December 7/8th 2013
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:
The Introductory Sūtra Study Course topics total over 10 hours through
Yoga Practice – 2.25 hours
Yoga Sūtra – 7.0 hours
Saṃskṛta – As part of Learning to use the Yoga Sūtra – 0.5 hours
Course Review – 0.75 hour
The Introductory Sūtra Study Course Weekend Schedule
Saturday
Sunday
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.
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