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
OM: Vibrational Being

So much meaning in one little word. OM is one of the most recognized mantras. Used in a variety of yoga practices, mantras, recited in Sanskrit, the language of vibration, are used as tools for concentration. It is said that through the chanting of OM the “supreme self is revealed”. Modern science recognizes the inner vibration of our bodies on a cellular level and the impact that sound has on our body and mind.

Our breath and movement practice this final week will prepare us for a longer meditation experience. When our movement practice ends, we will practice the OM mantra together. As a tool for concentration (or the 6th limb of yoga known as Dhāraṇā), we will focus on the feeling of its resonance inside us - this vibrational being.

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: May 19th 9:30am-10:30am
Edwards Hall @ Open Spirit Center in Framingham
Cost: $20 for drop-in or $60 for the 4 week series