Introducing: Yoga Philosophy As Practice mini-series

The practice of yoga goes well beyond the physical postures we do in a 60 minute class. Join instructor, Lauren Turner to explore some of the principles and concepts of yoga’s rich philosophy in a special 4-part series.

Each week, we’ll explore a different yogic principle or concept and weave it throughout our practice. We’ll begin with short discussion on the topic, which includes commentary on its relationship with what we know about brain science. Then we will bring this into our practice with complimentary movement, breath work and meditation.

This series only dips its toes into the vast and expansive history of yoga, but will offer students a fresh prospective of what yoga has to offer - whether looking at it through a philosophical Eastern lens or through a Western scientific lens.

This week’s session
“Sthira Sukham Asanam”: Balancing Effort & Ease

We’ve heard that “yoga is more than just Asana”, but what does yoga philosophy have to actually say about what we associate with the physical practice of yoga? In Pantajali’s Yoga Sutras, the ancient rishi states “Sthira Sukham Asanam”; that posture should be steady & comfortable, or in other words, balance both effort & ease.

This week’s practice will incorporate Breath Retention (Kumbhaka Pranayama), explore what happens when we experience release” after creating “tension” in a yoga posture, a guided Progressive Muscle Relaxation, and a short discussion on how these techniques influence our nervous system. 

Guests will be invited to complete a (optional) short feedback form as part of one of Lauren’s assignments to complete her advanced teacher training.

Date: April 28th 9:30am-10:30am
Open Spirit Center in Framingham
Cost: $20 for drop-in or $60 for the 4 week series