Aromansse’s Introduction to Yoga is a unique program developed by Serge after much training in India. Serge drew on his 15 years experience in teaching Yoga to create a course that introduces students to the basic concepts and poses of Yoga series in a gentle, safe, and effective way. Basic philosophy, Yama, which is a clear moral path will be taught along side an introduction to the sun salutations, as well as standing and seated postures which teach physical discipline. Since breathing is the key of your Yoga practice extra time and attention will be devoted to Pranayama (breathing techniques) and learning to integrate breathing into your pose to transform your practice. Time will also be given to Mantras and the powerful sounds like OMMMmm, these mantras and sounds will help increase your focus and allow you to more fully get into your life. From Pranayama, Postures, Yamas, Mantras to information about healthy eating and meditation to help you develop a practice and life changes that will benefit you both on the mat and off. A student Login for our Aromansse Student Resource website will also be given to you during your level 1 Ashtanga Classes to help you to explore the energy of Aromansse Studio. Personal support will be given according to your needs and limitations. No prerequisite required students with no Yoga or exercise experience have done well learning Ashtanga Yoga from Serge.
Serge believes in Love and compassion and that will be what you start building in Level 1 Ashtanga your love and compassion for Yoga, yourself and all that is around you.
LEVEL 2 - ASHTANGA Continued (10 weeks)
Level 2 Ashtanga your Yoga practice will continue with the Primary Series and more focus to your alignments in your postures, your breathing and flow between postures. As you align your breath to match your movement you will find the posture becomes more alive for you. The feeling that you are achieving the stretch that is necessary to keep exploring ,you will begin to understand the true nature of the poses. You will also work on your self-confidence in Yoga by building your own practice. Again you will experience learning to Love and feel Compassion as you try to get better but still love what you can do and not be angry for what you can’t. As you learn the Niyama or personal observances you will write what they mean to you. This will in later levels allow you to track not only your physical milestones but your mental progress as well. The only pre requisite is level 1 Ashtanga. Individual support will be given to meet your needs.
CHAPTER 3 - PRANAYAMA (10 weeks) Focus on breathing techniques ( Pranayama) ,Yoga postures alignment. Prerequisite: level 1 and 2
CHAPTER 4 - ASHTANGA, CORE INTREGRATION (10 weeks) Postures and focusing on body postures + core Integration Prerequisite: level 1 and 2 ,3
CHAPTER 5 - YOGA OF SOUND (MANTRA) (10 weeks) Healing & Enlightenment ,through the sacred practice of Mantra Prerequisite: level 1,2,3,4
CHAPTER 9 - ASHTANGA (DHARANA, YOGA AND CONCENTRATION ON THE CHACKRAS) (10 weeks) Prerequisite: level 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
CHAPTER 10 - ASHTANGA SHOULDER SHAPE UP (10 weeks) Prerequisite: all levels
CHAPTER 11 - ASHTANGA DHYANA YOGA (student are recommended to have an established Yoga practice.) Prerequisite: all levels
KENDRA STYLE
Is an individualistic, approachable, non-vinyasa (flow) method of yoga practice based on Hatha. In this comprehensive style, students are instructed according to their individual nature and stage of practice- their programs being constructed and modified according to their capacity and aspirations.
Kendra Style begins with simple asanas (postures), easily achievable, to create a sense of confidence and enjoyment. Gradually, asanas will be added as the student progresses from basic to more advanced or challenging asanas.
In Kendra style, pranayama (breathing exercise) is taught simultaneously in order to assist the student to acquire a systematic breathing technique with which to practice asanas and to increase lung capacity.
Recommendations:
Make an appointment with Serge for build your Practice.
Anyone can practice Kendra Style, irrespective of age, sex, background or level of experience.
Such as those with certain physical limitations or injuries.
Students who have not practiced for some time.
Students wishing to perfect their asana practice.
The students will be encouraged to:
Adopt an intelligent approach in learning and practicing, cultivating open mindedness. Explore and integrate all dimensions of yoga - the eight-limbed path. Develop internal energy and acquire strength overcoming weakness, instability and fatigue.
Enjoy their practice. Learn and grow according to their own capacity, gain self-knowledge, and value and respect themselves as unique individuals. Exercise zeal and courage in their practice.
NO ONE WILL BE PUSHED BEYOND HIS OR HER LIMITS.NO ONE WILL BE FORCED TO DO WHAT HE OR SHE IS NOT READY FOR. (Although, all students will be supported and advised to penetrate deep into their asana and gradually move beyond their limitations).
MYSORE STYLE
The most intimate, personal and developed way of practicing yoga is also the most traditional, time-honoured and historic method. In this special class, you learn to take individual responsibility for your yoga practice and develop a deeply trusting relationship with your teacher. It is perhaps the only way that the more advanced asanas or postures can be learned safely, with proper skill and dedication. By committing yourself fully to one yoga style, one teaching method and a regular practice, you open the door to deeper levels of your body, mind and spirit.
In the space between the teacher and the student, learning happens. In the Mysore style method of practice, you have the unique opportunity to experience this level
We request that new students without a regular Ashtanga practice (having the primary or part of the primary series memorized) commit to at least one month
No one will be pushed beyond their capacity. Even if you have studied this tradition for some time, you will become more refined and complete in your knowledge and execution of these practices. Various elements of the practice, often neglected or deleted these days have been maintained intact through Foundation teachings.
Morning Mysore first-timers: Registration ends at 8 am please arrive before that.
The students will be encouraged to:
Adopt an intelligent approach in learning and practicing, cultivating open mindedness. Explore and integrate all dimensions of yoga - the eight-limbed path. Develop internal energy and acquire strength overcoming weakness, instability and fatigue.
Enjoy their practice. Learn and grow according to their own capacity, gain self-knowledge, and value and respect themselves as unique individuals. Exercise zeal and courage in their practice.
NO ONE WILL BE PUSHED BEYOND HIS OR HER LIMITS. NO ONE WILL BE FORCED TO DO WHAT HE OR SHE IS NOT READY FOR. (Although, all students will be supported and advised to penetrate deep into their asana and gradually move beyond their limitations).
Recommendations: 10 weeks Intro Yoga or make an appointment with Serge for a private assessment.
VINYASA FLOW
A general yoga class based on the philosophy of vinyasa, meaning to link breath with movement. Our vinyasa classes are dynamic and link postures together in a free flowing sequence. All levels of students are welcome.
SLOW VINYASA FLOW
With each class you will experience the energy in nature and bring its' beauty and power into a peaceful, flowing yoga practice. Allow yourself to connect deep within your soul and fill your heart with natures' tranquillity, while building strength in your body and mind.
CORE POWER
Core power yoga is a vigorous yoga exercise that physically and mentally challenges you to connect to an inner power. Core power yoga heals, detoxifies and stimulates the body and mind through balance and intention.
YIN YOGA (require registration)
Yin Yoga focuses on exercising the deeper layers of the physical body, mainly the joints and connective tissues of the hips and lower back. In this quiet practice, your energy levels are restored as you move into stillness and relax into the postures. Yin yoga is a wonderful complement to your dynamic (Yang in nature) yoga practices, and can help to open the hips and create more mobility in the spine. All levels welcome…
Through the practice of Yin yoga one is encouraged to recognize the value and the subtleness of non-action.
This practice is based on the effects of the work on the joints and connective tissues along the body. As mentioned by Grilley (2002, p.12), "it is not muscular strength that gives us the feeling of ease and lightness in the body, it is the flexibility of the joints, of the connective tissue". Connective tissues such as ligaments, tendons and fascia are considered most important for the understanding of Yoga and these are found all over our body, like a mechanical network at a very deep level. The range of motion of a joint is dependent on the condition and flexibility of these deep layer structures. However, for most people the idea of stressing a joint is very new and the sensation associated with that is most times unknown to the ordinary Yang Yoga practitioner. The static and long stress applied for a certain period of time is the idea of traction (also used for certain physical therapists when treating orthopaedic ailments). It is important to understand that all tissues in the body such as muscles, connective tissues or even bones have the ability to change and adapt, in different degrees; and if not exercised appropriately they may become weak and eventually atrophy (Grilley, 2002, p. 13).
During the practice of Yin Yoga we do hold the poses for 2-5 minutes as we move towards settling into the posture and comfortably cultivate stillness. It is important that we gradually pull back on our habit to move. This way, "the joints can be safely and desirably exercised by gently stretching them" (Grilley, 2002, p.14). Also, as we relax into the pose we are not encouraging muscle contraction (although it may happen at times, we then must move towards releasing more and engaging less) and to go deeper into the pose. If there is no muscle relaxation the connective tissues cannot be elongated and strengthened. Before moving into a more energetic level of the practice, it seems that an appropriate foundation needs to be developed by the practitioner. It is important to understand that Yin exercises must not be repetitive or rhythmic like what is done on Yang exercises.
By working on connective tissues we avoid degeneration, prevent fixation and immobilisation and maintain healthy meridian channels. Degeneration occurs when the bone starts losing its mass/ density (a condition called osteoporosis) and it may happen due to several contributing factors such as nutrition, race and age. Fixation happens when two surfaces are temporarily stuck together, like in this case with bones or joints and it can occasionally happen to anyone (Powers, 2007, p.57). As a consequence, this fixation decreases the range of movement on a given joint. Connective tissues are water-rich cells and the so called meridians are believed to be surrounded by water. If we are able to maximize our ability to safely move the connective tissues and also keep them well hydrated, more space within the joints is created, therefore energy (chi as called by Chinese and prana as called by Indians) is able to flow through our body keeping it balanced and light. When the energetic flow responds to a stimulus, chi flow is harmonised so the skeleton and the muscle structure will also start to respond. This flexibility is built from inside out and not the other way around as when practising Yang Yoga.
The benefits of Yin Yoga can be classified in three categories: a) Stress relief and relaxation as the practice encourage silence and conservation of energy; b) Openness and flexibility of the physical body through the increase of the range of motion in the joints; c) Provides the adequate atmosphere for spiritual and meditative awareness which will eventually lead to self-transformation.
Knowing how to relax is an important part of the Yin Yoga practice, and it may have to be progressively taught to students. It seems that in our current fast-paced society, relaxation is a challenging process. Anxiety, worry and fear seem to be a common denominator in our social circles. As mentioned previously, Yin Yoga encourages a quiet practice where the students move towards introspection and perhaps self-inquiry (process which is more accentuated when in forward bend poses).
The Yin practice draws the mind inwards in a process for self-transformation where we gradually let go of our identifications with the external senses. It may well balance life with the understanding of non-action and the inherent ability of doing less with more awareness.
Fee:$25
YOGA DIET - FASTING THE YOGA WAY
Starting Wednesday May 18th,
3 transition days
5 fasting days
3 days (eating after fasting)and Free Mysore during the Program (11 days).
While there is a Yoga way of eating, there is also a Yoga way of not eating. This refers to Fasting. This is done by yogis as a form of physical cleansing or purification. Since we make our digestive system work several times a day, it's also a good idea to give it some rest. This will allow our digestive system to recover from the abuse: from eating too much, eating unhealthy foods or eating at the wrong time. It also allows us to get rid of toxins in our body.
Fasting and Yoga complement each other perfectly...
The combination of gentle moving, stretching and twisting together with deep breathing, speeds up the detox process.
The lymph and blood transporting the released toxins are pumped through the body at a faster rate, improving drainage of toxins and speeding up the elimination process.
The state of relaxation brought about by yoga causes the healing, restorative parasympathetic nervous system to take over from the autonomic nervous system, and the body starts to clean and heal itself.
The practice of yoga helps boost energy levels, as you take in and store abundant amounts of prana (energy) whilst holding postures and doing pranayama.
The more you detox, the clearer the energy channels become, and the greater the effects of the yoga practice. Not only is this highly beneficial both short term and long term, but it also makes the detox process easier and a lot more enjoyable. You feel psychologically uplifted, and the mind is strengthened to carry on... It also gives you a clear indication of the energetic effects of yoga.
Email Serge for more information about the program. fee:$135
SACRED SOUND & SOUL MEDITATION
with Serge Salvador & Bonnie Schoreder
Participants will be gently guided inward with the harmonies of thirteen Ancient Tibetan Singing Bowls& the Heart-Centered Subtle Energy support of Bonnie & Serge.
A beautiful harmonic communion with Self & Soul. **PLEASE BRING A YOGA MAT OR A BLANKET TO LAY ON ** INVESTMENT IN SELF: $20 each
***Because of the popularity of these particular gatherings, it is important that you reserve your spot by Friday, Sept 2nd to guarantee a space is held for you.***
ANCIENT TIBETAN SINGING BOWLS were carefully hand-crafted combining several metals to create each unique harmonic vessel which, when played, produces multiple harmonic overtones simultaneously. These subtle yet complex harmonic frequencies help to bring ones chakras & energy bodies into vibrational balance to assist in optimal transformation & healing. Science has proven that this ancient form of sound therapy can help to reduce stress & create a deep sense of peace as well as a greater sense of health & wellbeing.
“If we accept that sound is vibration and we know that vibration touches every part of our physical being, then we understand that sound is heard not only through our ears but through every cell in our bodies. One reason sound heals on a physical level is because it so deeply touches and transforms us on the emotional and spiritual planes. Sound can redress imbalances on every level of physiologic functioning and can play a positive role in the treatment of virtually any medical disorder.” -- Dr. Mitchel Gaynor, Director of Medical Oncology and Integrative Medicine at the Cornell Cancer Prevention Center in New York