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Deepen Your Practice and Live an Empowered Life
Designed for aspiring teachers and yogis who want to deepen their practice, the Immersion will support you in awakening your heart and living a more meaningful and empowered life of freedom and joy. Through absorption in the life-affirming teachings of Anusara Yoga within a supportive community, you will joyously create a more vibrant body, radiant heart, and sharp mind as you integrate the deeper teachings of yoga.
During each module, you will dive deeply into the essence of the Anusara method in which the art of the human spirit powerfully blends with the science of biomechanics. You will learn the Universal Principles of Alignment in an in-depth, systematic way, explore the revelatory teachings of Tantra philosophy, and practice the subtle art of pranayama and meditation. Contemplation, journal writing, and a supportive and uplifting community will deepen your experience.
The Course includes 3 parts, available in several locations in 2008 and 2009:
Toronto, ON
Part 3: November 21-25, 2008
www.yogaplustoronto.com
Lenox, MA
Part 1: April 15-19, 2009
www.deeppeaceyoga.com
Washington, MA
Part 2: June 15-19, 2009, August 10-14, 2009
www.deeppeaceyoga.com
Vergennes, VT
Part 1: September 11-15, 2009, Part 2: October 8-12, 2009, Part 3: December 2-6, 2009
www.coppercraneyoga.com
Course Info:
All three parts offer a comprehensive understanding and embodiment of Anusara Yoga. Each is 36 hours and builds on the previous session. You may register for each module separately or take all three. For those intending to continue with Todd's 200-Hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Training, completion of all 3 immersions is a prerequisite. Credit will be given for the completion of any Anusara Immersion taught by a certified Anusara teacher offered internationally.(See Todd's schedule for additional Part One Immersions or go to www.anusara.com for a national schedule.)
*Upon successful completion of the Immersion, you may apply for the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training.
Part One Immersion: Step Into the Current of Grace
Prerequisite: 30 hours of Anusara Yoga experience
•In-depth exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment, Loops, and Spirals
•Refinement of all poses of Anusara’s Level 1 Syllabus
•Introduction to some of the auxiliary principles of alignment
•Anusara philosophy and vision, the 3 A’s, ethical precepts, studentship, history of yoga, the 5 elements
•Basic principles of the breath and pranayama techniques
•Practice and exploration of meditation techniques, chanting, contemplation, and journal writing
•Introduction to the anatomy of the Anusara principles, skeletal and main muscle groups of the shoulders and hips, anatomy of the breath
Part Two Immersion: Awaken the Heart of Transformation
Prerequisite: Completion of any Part 1 Immersion, or by teacher’s permission
•Review and deepening of the Universal Principles of Alignment, Loops, and Spirals
•Continuation of the Level 1 Syllabus of poses and an introduction to the Level 2 Syllabus
•Deepening of Anusara philosophy and vision, Tantra cosmology and the 36 Tattvas
•Exploration of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras (with a Tantric view) and the Eight-Limbed Path
•Subtle Body Anatomy (Kundalini, Prana, Chakras, Nadis, and Koshas)
•Refinement of the Breath principles and practices
•Continued exploration of meditation, chanting, contemplation, and journaling
•Anatomy and kinesiology of the main muscle groups of the shoulders, hips, arms, and legs
Part Three Immersion: Bask in the Splendor of Recognition:
Prerequisite: Completion of any Part 1 and 2 Immersion, or by teacher’s permission
•Complete review and further exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment, Loops, and Spirals including all auxiliary principles
•Continuation of the Level 1 and 2 Syllabi
•More Anusara philosophy and vision, the Bhagavad Gita, Bhakti, Jnana, and Karma paths
•More Subtle Body Anatomy (Kundalini, Prana, Chakras, Nadis, and Koshas)
•Intermediate/advanced pranayama techniques and experiences
•Deepening the practice of meditation, chanting, contemplation, and journaling
•More anatomy and kinesiology of main muscle groups of the shoulders, hips, arms, and legs
Registration:
To receive an application, download form here, or contact Todd Norian, P.O. Box 279, West Stockbridge, MA 01266, 413-232-7839, info@deeppeaceyoga.com. Additional information will be sent once your application is accepted.
Tuition and Fees:
$695 per Immersion
$650 per Immersion if paid by (or post marked by) March 25, 2009 for Part 1, by May 26 for Part 2, and by July 21 for Part 3.
$1800 for all 3 Immersions if paid in full by March 25, 2009 ($285 savings!)
Other costs include: accommodations, transportation, meals, and required books
Refund Policy:
Full refund less a 10% administration fee up to 10 days prior to session. Between 10 days prior up to but not including the start day, 75% refunded. No refunds starting the first day of the session.
Immersion Part 1: April 2-6, 2009 in Lenox, Massachusetts
Lenox is the home of many cultural activities and retreats including Tanglewood, Shakespeare and Co, Kripalu Center, and Canyon Ranch. Life magazine described it as ‘Currier and Ives lovely.” Our training will take place in the beautiful and intimate town center in the Lenox Town Hall.
Workshop Location: Lenox Town Hall, 6 Walker Street, Lenox, MA 01240, 413-637-5500 www.townoflenox.com.
Accommodations: Must be booked NO LATER THAN MARCH 4th. Reserved block rooms will be released after March 5th. Call the hotel directly to reserve your space.
Day's Inn 194 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox, MA 01240, 413-637-3560, www.daysinn.com. $49 plus tax per room per night. (2 miles from Town Hall).
Block rooms are being held for Immersion participants at the Days Inn. The rooms are renovated, modern, clean, comfortable, and non-smoking. Rooms have 2 double beds, refrigerator, microwave, free internet, and continental breakfast. Please book your reservation at the Days Inn. This will facilitate ease of carpooling and community building. You may share a room to bring the cost down if there is a roommate available. Please request a roommate at Days Inn upon registering. Laura, the Day’s Inn manager, will do her best to find you a roommate. No guarantees.
To reserve your room, please call the hotel directly as early as possible AND NO LATER THAN MARCH 4th. Unbooked rooms held for our event will be released on March 4. When you make your reservation, tell them you are with the Anusara Yoga Immersion program to get this rate. For additional accommodations and B & B’s visit: www.lenox.org or www.berkshires.com. You must contact our office manager, Dede Norton, at info@deeppeaceyoga.com or 413-232-7839 for registration and tuition. Applications can be downloaded here.
Meals: There are many restaurants, a health food store, and several grocery stores within walking distance or a short drive from the program venue and the hotel.
Immersion Parts 2 & 3: June 15-19, 2009 and August 10-14, 2009 in Washington, MA
Bucksteep Manor, 885 Washington Mountain Road, Washington, MA 01223, located in the heart of the Berkshires, has nearly 400 acres of private woodlands and open fields, and hiking trails. It's country setting provides a tranquil atmosphere for the study and practice of yoga and meditation. There is a wide variety of accommodations to choose from including deluxe housing as well as tenting and rustic cabins during the warmer months.
Workshop Location: Bucksteep Manor, 885 Washington Mountain Road, Washington, MA 01223, www.simons-rock.edu.
Accommodations: Call Bucksteep Manor directly to register for housing and the meal plan. Mention Todd Norian, Anusara for special group rates. For more information visit www.bucksteepmanor.com, or call 413-623-5535. Email: bucksteepinnkeeper@yahoo.com.
For additional accommodations and B & B's, visit: www.greatbarrington.org or www.berkshires.com. Due to “high season” in the Berkshires in June and especially August, accommodations at other B and B’s or Hotels in town may be costly.
To reserve housing and the meal plan for the Part 2 and 3 Immersion, please call Bucksteep Manor directly. However, you must contact our office manager, Dede Norton, at info@deeppeaceyoga.com or 413-232-7839 for registration and tuition. Applications can be downloaded here.
Schedule for all 3 Parts of the Immersion(subject to change):
Registration:
Part 1: Registration is at 8:15 a.m. at the Lenox Town Hall on Wednesday, April 2nd 2008.
Parts 2 & 3: For those staying at the college, registration is from 4-8 p.m., on June 3rd (Part 2) and August 1st (Part 3), in the dorm. If you can’t arrive during this time, please let us know so we can make arrangements to leave your keys. For commuters, registration will be in the program room at 8:30 a.m. on August 2nd.
What to Bring:
•Yoga Props: (There are no props at the training site.) Sticky mat, yoga belt, 2 blocks (the thick purple blocks, not the thin ones), 3-4 thick yoga blankets (utility blankets not the Mexican blankets), meditation pillow (you may use your folded blankets instead), and eye pillow (optional).
•Required texts
•Clothes: bring layers for colder weather, long yoga pants and tops, as well as shorts. Hiking boots and rain gear will come in handy.
Participant Comment:
I didn't know when I signed up for the Anusara Yoga Immersion that I would be immersed for life. Ignited by Todd and Ann's contagious enthusiasm, and love of Anusara Yoga, this 5-day workshop was taught with skilled precision, endless reservoir of heart, and fine wit. As Todd and Ann systematically and effectively introduced the principles of alignment, it was like a light bulb coming on. No, it was like the majesty of the sun shining down on me. I was deeper and more comfortable in poses, and in my own skin more than ever before. Under their profound tutelage, I was transformed on and off the mat.
Polly Stokes, Yoga Teacher, Santa Fe, New Mexico
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