Join us for our Living Learning Yoga Series, each month an exploration into a different topic in the practice and science of Yoga.

This 6 week series is designed for anyone who just simply wants to feel more comfortable in their own skin. We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with the idea that if we “achieve this”, or “look like that” we will become happy and fulfilled. Let's explore the possibility that you already have all you will ever need to live an authentic and content life. Even if you can't touch your toes, carry an extra 30 pounds, your house is a little messy and, like me, you sometimes prefer cookies over carrots.

Yoga isn't about perfection. It's about meeting yourself where you're at, flaws and all, and still showing up. Let's explore these ideas with humor, compassion and a little bit of sweat.

Throughout the 6 weeks we will discuss during classes..

• Body Acceptance-A tool to move forward, not an excuse to stay stuck

• Weight and Self Esteem

• Adapting the physical postures of yoga to your body, and not the other way around

Bring your bodies, just as they are.  All are welcome.
Space is limited, early registration recommended.

DATES: Thursdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and Oct. 6
TIME: 7:15-8:30pm
COST: $60 for the series
Please contact Katy at katysalsa@hotmail.com with questions or for more information.

The Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga synchronizes breath and movement into a heat building sequence that, when practiced regularly and correctly, has a powerful therapeutic and meditative effect.

This introductory series is great for beginner students, or for those interested in establishing the foundation to practice in the popular Mysore classes.

Joan and Eric have been practicing for the past 17 years and return to India regularly to study at the Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute in Mysore.

DATES: June 16, 23, 30 and July 7
TIME: 7:15pm-8:45pm
COST: $45 for the series

Please email joanaum@yahoo.com to register, or for more information.

An in-depth exploration of PranaVayu and bandha will deepen your experience and understanding of asana.  In this workshop, we will explore how to unfold the postures by working with the breath, the body locks and the movement and containment of prana.  Through this work, your muscles will “find their way home.” 
 
The workshop series is geared to yoga teachers and experienced students who are willing to step into the inner flow of yoga.  We will explore details and language to build the asana from an inner awareness, which enhances the outer alignment.  Grounding the asana, these discoveries bridge the duality of inner and outer experience to just simply “be” the asana, rather than “do” the asana.  These insights are great for teachers, as well as to grow your personal practice.


Hansa Knox has over 30 years of experience teaching yoga.  As past president of both Yoga Alliance and Yoga Teachers of Colorado, a former faculty member of Metro State College, as well as one of the first teachers to offer Yoga Teacher Training programs in the city, she is considered one of the pioneers of spreading yoga and yoga therapeutics throughout the Denver metro area.  Please visit http://www.pyamandala.com/faculty.html for more information.

Dates: March 24th, 31st and April 7
Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm
Cost:    $40.00
*Minimum of 5 people must register for this event.  In the event that the series is canceled, your money will be fully refunded.

You are invited to be part of a discussion on traditional Tantra, a spiritual science and, moreover, a culture whose sole intention is to experience, understand and express love.  Join us for this two-part series as we explore this often-misunderstood path of Yoga, and experience concrete ways we can bring these practices and philosophies into our own lives.

March 10:  An Introduction to what Tantra is, and what Tantra is not
If you know nothing, a little or a lot about Tantra, this discussion is for you.

March 17:  Tantric Puja
Tonight's class begins with Tantric puja, a ritualized way Tantrics understand and honor their lives.

Whitney Wheelock has been living in India for four years, studying and teaching at Sri Kali Ashram in Goa, India.  We welcome his teachings about Tantra, and honor his commitment to preserve these ancient practices and techniques of a culture that has been virtually lost in the modern world.
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Join Shannon Fiedler Thursday evenings in February for a four-week exploration of asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), and an introduction to meditation.  This class as suitable for beginners, or for those interested in revisiting the fundamentals of a well-balanced Yoga practice.

Dates:  February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Time:  7:15-8:30pm
Cost:  $40.00

Please email amalacommunity@gmail.com for more information or to register.

January 13:  Ayurveda, the Science of Life
Considered the "sister science of Yoga", Ayurveda provides a systematic and mindful approach to developing and maintaining life balance.  This class will explore the history and foundations of Ayurveda.
January 20:  Determining your Dosa
We are all born in to a "dosa" (body/mind constitution in Ayurveda), and once we know ours  we can use that information to bring balance and maintain it.  In this class, we will discuss the three dosas and determine your own, exploring the reasons we become imbalanced, and how to restore and harmonize by understanding the elements.
January 27:  Integrating Ayurveda into our Lifestyle
Building upon the first two classes in the series, we will discuss easy tips for integrating an Ayurvedic lifestyle through cooking, Yoga practice, seasonal considerations, abhyanga (oil self-massage), and other simple self-care routines. 

All levels welcome.  Pre-registration required.  Email amalacommunity@gmail.com for more information or to register.
Cost:  $30/series