Body Mapping Art Circle

“Intuitive Art engages the creative process as a tool for change providing a ‘point of access to greater self awareness. This awareness creates an opportunity for transformation”

An invitation to join a Body Mapping Intuitive Art Circle: a beautiful process where you will explore your internal landscape through a mix of art materials.

You will laugh, maybe cry and enjoy the company of other like minded people. A wonderful way to spend a Sunday in a thoughtful, creative, intuitive space!

All welcome … !!

Venue: 4 – 6^th Ave Parktown North

Date: Sunday 1^st May
(& Sunday 29^th May, June 26^th July 17^th)

Time: 9h30 – 17h00

Rate: R750.00

Includes full day workshop all art materials and a light vegetarian lunch!

To Book: Email kate@mamagaia.co.za or call Kate on 011 447 8121 / 082 3070424

International Jivamukti Teacher coming to SA- 5th -6th May
Petros is an Advanced Jivamukti Yoga Teacher who lives, teaches and sings in Munich, Germany and gives workshops, kirtans and retreats throughout the planet. He wants to inspire his students to do – whatever you do – in full awareness, and to do it with your heart. So we can always return to that place where, independently from outer circumstance, we always will find peace: within our hearts. Many times we’ll meet obstacles on this path: our intellect, our body, our expectations and preferences. Yoga gives us the possibility to free ourselves from these hindrances that keep us from experiencing our true nature – that, what we really are: free, wild, full of love and joy – without conditioning, without fear. He is thankful for all teachers and circumstance that give us the chance to experience this feeling of unity, of non-separateness – to eventually learn to accept the greatest of all teachers: our life itself.

Jivamukti  Yoga Philosophy and Practice
5th May – 13:00-16:00 @ Living Yoga, JHB
Transform yourself with Jivamukti Yoga. A workshop to meet and learn about the 5 tenets of Jivamukti Yoga: A Jivamukti Yoga class involves an ever changing flow of postures (vinyasa) that is intended to challenge you on many levels. Each class revolves around a theme based on ancient wisdom and emphasizes the importance of practicing with an elevated intention. Chanting, meditation, and inspiring music are a part of every class.

The five tenets of Jivamukti Yoga are:
Scripture ~ source teachings from the ancient Sanskrit scriptures.
Bhakti ~ devotion; finding a greater purpose for our lives.
Ahimsa ~ non-harming; understanding how our actions affect other beings.
Music ~ Nada Yoga (the yoga of sound), chanting and listening to good music.
Meditation ~ turning inwards and reconnecting to our true selves
Cost: R350

Yoga philosophy lecture and Kirtan
5th May – 19-00-22:00 @ Living Yoga, JHB
Freedom as a concept cannot be clearly defined because it deals with a state that is dependent upon individual experience.  To put it another way, freedom can only be experienced when it can be contrasted with its counterpart, ‘non-freedom.’  This ‘non-freedom’ might be of a bodily nature, such as a physical disability, a geographical or psychological nature, just to name a couple of possibilities, each with innumerable different individual consequences.  So in this context, some sort of ‘non-freedom’ must exist in order to finally achieve freedom.  Any freedom would be relative to the ‘non-freedom’ personally experienced.

Moksha is the principle of unconditional freedom, a state independent of our location, environment, and all other particular circumstances.  Continuous practice reveals the conditional interaction between the ego and the world as we perceive it through our senses.  Anyone who has discovered this holds the key to his own freedom in his hand.  The Jivanmukta experiences this kind of freedom in this body, now, not as a possibility somewhere down the road.  He experiences and accepts this world as the creative force of which he is an expression.  Any mental or physical tendency is possible here and is a part of the whole.  Whoever understands this has released himself from all situational freedoms, because in the end there is only this one.

Kirtan
Music is something moving, the proof of the Greek quote “panta rei – always flowing” And when the further ingredients are devotion and prensence, something magic can happen,something that has been described by yogis as “ananda – bliss”. This state is nothing far, fixed or framed. It is the state, when intuition, strength and spirit harmonise in the Now. Harmonies are the foundation of music – and so we come together to spontaniously experience, what the word itself actually describes: Harmony (greek: armonia: to bring together; the union of opposites to one whole). So the greek root of the word, that describes the union of opposites is nothing other than something very familiar to us: Yoga!
Cost: R350

Backbending Workshop
6th May – 13:00-16:00 @ Living Yoga, JHB
You will find a safe and invigorating class for all levels of practitioners in this workshop. Bending over backwards is as difficult as it is essential to a balanced yoga practice and life. You will feel confident and restored from the gradual opening postures. Then you will proceed to more difficult postures with enthusiasm and fearlessness. This class will build a knowledge of essential key ingredients of the safe and sane backbending class that will be invaluable to your practice of yoga.
Cost: R350

Kriya/Asana/Pranayama- A Jivamukti Yoga Workshop
6th May – 17:00-20:00 @ Living Yoga, JHB
Patanjali discribes the ashtanga yoga, the eight-limbed yoga path in his Yoga-Sutras. A possible aprroach to an open perspective, deep understanding and the experience of our unlimeted potential and creativity. The different practices allow us to slowly sharpen our focus on the unchangable true nature of our existence, which we eventually meet within us. Due to our way of living, our diet, social conditioning – due to our definition of what’s real or not (mostly given through the collective consciousness of our enviroment) and our perception, based upon those principles, a honest view on our own truth, covered by this veil becomes rather difficult. In this workshop we will approach parts of those practices and establish a possible connection to our great potential. With kriyas and practices of nada-yoga (the yoga of sound) we will clense our koshas (body-layers) deeply – so a feeling of clarity and balance can arise. When the body, mind and breath are cleared and opened through those practices, we set the base for a dynamic, challenging asana-practice (for all levels, some experience is recommended, though). What we started with kriyas, we will continue with asana on a more subtle level. Becoming aware of the energy within us, we will then begin a journey towards our very core – through pranayama, conscious, focused breathing we eventually arrive at a point of clarity, peace and freedom. Finally, here we find total silence. A silence that doesn’t occur through the outside, but arises from within, with a smile….
Cost: R350

Please email cherryl@livingyoga.co.za to book your space. Space is limited, so when you book, please provide payment either by EFT or credit card at the studio
Bank details as follows:
Shiva Shakti Yoga
FNB
Sandton
62257821829

DATES: 14 – 23 July

Bali continues to grow as a prime destination for the spiritual traveler…. it is indeed the perfect place for healing and renewal!

Join Cherryl Duncan for a winter getaway to Ubud, Bali. Ubud is regarded as the most healing and culturally rich area in Bali. Located in the middle of the island, it is surrounded by most of the things that bring people to Bali — scenic rice fields, small villages, art and craft communities, ancient temples, palaces and beautiful rivers….

This retreat is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a daily yoga practice within the context of Bali’s spiritual surrounds!

10 days of transformational yoga at the Yoga Barn (especially designated yoga space 400 meters from the rice paddies where we’ll be staying)

Total cost: R5 825.00

This includes:

• Breakfast daily
• 10 days/9 nights accommodation
• A healing session with Ketut – Eat, Pray, Love’s famous medicine man
• A half day Temple Tour
• Ecstatic Dance class with Charley Patton (owner of the Yoga Barn)\
• Hotel Transfers

Excludes:

• Airfare

Please email cherryl@livingyoga.co.za to book your space. Space is limited, so when you book, please provide payment either by EFT or credit card at Living Yoga studio.
Bank details:
Shiva Shakti Yoga
FNB
Sandton
62257821829

The sympathetic resonance between the brain and singing bowls reawakens the intrinsic blissful self within us.

The Yoga Teacher’s Fellowship will host a “Deep Healing meditation using Sounds created by Tibetan Bowls & Gongs”…

Join in on an afternoon of healing vibrations as the harmonious sounds of bowls and gongs, as intoned by the masterful Ailce Hoeler and Peter Atwood, shift your energy and initiate healing on deep and subtle levels. Be transported where you need to go as you receive this delicious “sound bath” that will sooth, restore and liberate the soul…

DATE: Saturday, 14 May
TIME: 2.00 – 3.45pm
COST: R150 for YTF members, R180 for Guests (tea incl)
PLACE: ISHTA Studio of Yoga & Health: 121 Atholl Road, Atholl, Sandton

TO BOOK: Email Marina on marina@ytf.co.za or call 011 886 2117/083 300 3512. You can also email Nandiva on nandiva@wol.co.za or call (011) 887 2027/ 082 338 8153.

EFTs: The Yoga Teachers Fellowship: Standard Bank, Branch 0006405, Account No. 000652326. Please use your name as reference.

For individual therapy call : Alice: (011) 680.6156 / 072 666 0670 or Peter Attwood: (011) 793 5065 /083 379 5320.
Alice Hoeler has a diploma from German based Walter Hafner Institute of Intuitive and Alternative Healing Methods and Sensory perception

YOGARAVE is a unique event promoting an environment where you can experience ecstasy, free from alcohol, smoking and drugs.  A new dynamic interactive entertainment experience which blends: Yoga as a creative way to experience the body. Meditation as a means to experience the stillness of the mind. Live music forms an integral part of YOGARAVE, using contemporary beats and rhythms, fused with highly energetic mantras, creating a riveting, yet soul stirring experience. YOGARAVE International is based in Argentina, and is part of the Art of Living Foundation & the International Association for Human Values, worldwide campaign promoting clean healthy living for youth.

Email yogarave@artofliving.org.za or visit www.computicket.co.za to book

Bring the joy of life to your body, a feeling of peace to your mind and a sense of wonder to your soul!

Whether you have an interest in receiving this deeply healing work, in learning this sacred art to share with others and/or in the spiritual teachings it originates from, this introductory workshop is for you.

We will:
* Huna Dance (Taiji like meditative movement for abundant energy, balance and heightened awareness and sensation)
* Share a Huna meditation focusing on breath and awareness
* Enjoy a talk on Huna philosophy and the 7 sacred Huna principles
* Watch a demonstration of this scared healing dance
* Share a delicious tea

DATE: Saturday, 9 April
TIME: 2 – 4.30pm
PLACE: ISHTA School of Yoga & Health
COST: R200 (includes tea and snacks)
TO BOOK: Contact Anthea Hardwick on 073 617 5224 or email morehunamagic@gmail.com to secure your place and for more information

ABOUT KAHUNA MASSAGE
Originating in Polynesia 5 000 years ago, this ancient profoundly healing bodywork is unlike anything you have ever experienced!

Using forearms, hands and elbows in deep, dynamic, flowing strokes, the practitioner uses intuition and focused intention to release physical and energetic blockages and restore health and balance to body, mind and spirit.

Honouring the body’s innate wisdom and ability to self heal, this transformational bodywork is gentle and yet very powerful. It will leave you feeling more in touch with yourself and with greater awareness of your thoughts and feelings and their impact on your health and life. The natural dance, like rhythm, much like the ebb and flow of the ocean, lulls one into deep relaxation. As core layers of tension are revealed and released, you will feel more connected to self and to life, open, at ease, balanced, light and alive!

About Anthea
Anthea has always been a curious and adventurous spirit with an innate calling to inspire and add beauty in life. Her interest in the humanities led her to complete a Psychology degree after matriculating. She soon realised that she was searching for another way of accessing the psyche and facilitating healing. She began to explore healing modalities and 20 years ago qualified as a reflexologist, massage therapist and shortly after that a Reiki master. It was on one of many travels abroad that she experienced the healing power of Kahuna massage for herself. She began her studies with internationally renowned teacher, Mette Sorensen, in Australia 15 years ago and has been sharing this ancient, healing bodywork in South Africa ever since. Anthea has worked with thousands of individuals and has taught hundreds of gifted Kahuna bodyworkers during this time. As she says, “It is my joy and privilege to share this life-changing work with you too!”

DATE: 29th July – 5^th August

COST: Total package : R 7 180.00 per person sharing ; R8 230.00 single room

This includes 2 x daily yoga sessions, meditation, accommodation, dinner and breakfast. It excludes airfare to Inhambane or lunches.

Come join us and enjoy the tranquil setting of a luxurious resort while participating in yoga classes and meditation!

TO BOOK: For more information and bookings call 084 090 2083 or mail cheryl@sayogasafaris.com or www.sayogasafaris.com

The BKS Institute of South Africa proudly announces the visit to South Africa of Dr. Geeta S Iyengar, the eldest daughter of the founder of the Iyengar system of yoga, Guru Yogacharya.  Geeta is visiting South Africa to conduct a five-day convention in May 2011.

The BKS Iyengar Institute of Southern Africa is delighted to be able to offer yoga practitioners, of all methods of study, an opportunity to learn from an esteemed Yoga teacher Dr. Geeta S. Iyengar, who is visiting our country to conduct an open lecture on the 6 May and five day workshop from the 7-11 May 2011.

The lecture is open to the public and will be held at the Linder Auditorium at the Johannesburg College of Education. The cost to attend is R 100 per person and registration for this and the rest of the convention is available on the Convention website: http://bksiyengar.co.za/geetaconvention/

The open day scheduled for the 7 May will consist of Iyengar yoga practice presented by Dr. Geeta Iyengar. She will introduce this system of yoga to the students of yoga at every level of practice. Yoga students who have been practicing yoga for one year, no matter which system, and are interested in furthering their education in yoga are invited to attend. The venue is at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. For those who have studied Iyengar Yoga for some time, the day will provide an entry point for the following four day workshop, held at the Examination Hall, Johannesburg College of Education, Parktown.

Accommodation is available nearby both venues, information can be found on the website: http://bksiyengar.co.za/geetaconvention/

About Dr. Geeta Iyengar
Dr. Geeta Iyengar is a Doctor of Ayurveda and an exponent of Yoga in her own right. Together with her father, the world renowned Guru Yogacharya, Sri BKS Iyengar and her brother Prashant S Iyengar, Geeta is a director of the Ramanani Iyengar Memorial Institute in Pune, India.In recent years, Geeta has travelled the world, generously sharing her vast knowledge of Iyengar yoga. Geeta was last in South Africa in 2003 where she conducted a successful workshop. In 2011, we are honoured to have Geeta visit our shores again.

To register visit, http://www.bksiyengar.co.za/geetaconvention/ where all information relating to this convention is available, including information on qualifications to attend. Or find application forms with regional Iyengar teachers.

Space is limited and students are encouraged to book soon to guarantee a space.

The BKS Iyengar Yoga Institute of South Africa looks forward to welcoming you!

For further information contact:
The Registrar: Jenny Morris Tel: 011 788 5021
Chairperson of the Central Committee: Denise Rundle 011 467 2106