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test workshops

workshops are short, one or two-day events focusing on a wide variety of yoga and yoga-related topics. series are 3 – 12 session offerings focusing on specific issues, topics, and aspects of the practice, for which we encourage you to register for the full session. amrita offers a number of workshops and series to fit your interests. register for any of them online, by phone, or at the amrita studio.

click on any title below to read more about it.

thanksgiving day workshop

yoga therapy clinics

restorative yoga

anatomy & asana

new year’s day workshop

compassionate communication (nvc)

mindfulness-based stress reduction

yoga for women with body image & food issues

advanced yoga therapy for the neck & shoulders

philosophy & pranayama

with lani

join us for a special thanksgiving workshop where we will explore our inherent joyfulness and ease. with relaxed body and mind meet the rest of your day with renewed connection to your natural generosity and gratitude for all the blessings of your life.

pre-registration required – by phone, or at the studio

thursday, november 25	9 – 11am	$30

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with liz and an assistant

deepen your understanding of how the yoga principles of alignment and movement organize in the body to aid in the healing of injuries and chronic imbalances. home guidance suggestions will be provided. open to all students.

pre-registration required – online, by phone or at the studio

sundays	3:30 – 5:30pm	$45 each
november 21	low back
december 5	core strength & posture
january 16, 2011	rotator cuff & shoulders
february 20	wrists & hands
march 20	neck & upper back
april 24	TBA
may 22	TBA
june 26	headaches & jaw tension

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with rotating staff – see below

restorative yoga is a profound reminder, a time for stillness, a refuge for your body, mind, and heart. rest deeply into your center and tune into your inner intelligence, where you can find nourishment and balance.

pre-registration required – online, by phone or at the studio

sundays	1 – 3pm	$25 each
november 28	thanksgiving weekend	kate
december 19	winter solstice	lani
january 2, 2011	new year	tba

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with rotating staff – see below

a three-part, in-depth exploration of anatomy and kinesiology specific to asana. this is especially recommended for yoga teachers and students who have an interest in the architecture and magic of the poses.

pre-registration required – online, by phone or at the studio

sundays	12 – 3pm	$60 each; package of 3 for $140
november 21	pelvis, core, low back	emily & lynn

january 16, 2011	upper back & shoulder girdle	instructors TBA
february 20	arms & hands	instructors TBA
march 20	neck & head, with review	instructors TBA

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instructor tba

An invigorating practice to prepare and restore you for the dawn of a new year!

pre-registration required – by phone, or at the studio

saturday, january 1	9am – 12pm	$45

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with angela marchant

based on the work of dr. marshall rosenberg, compassionate or nonviolent communication (nvc) fosters a consciousness of respect, understanding and compassion, empowering individuals to authentically connect with themselves and others. this quality of connection ensures everyone’s needs are equally valued. learning nvc has often been equated to learning a new language, or a new consciousness with the language we use. this series provides a solid foundation from which we can practically apply this powerful language in our daily lives. we will learn to translate our judgments and evaluations of self and others into a connecting language of feelings and needs. *when we change our language…we change our thinking, our relationships and our experience.*

pre-registration required – by phone, or at the studio

mondays	7 – 9pm	$280 – limited to 14 students
january 10, 17, 24; 31; february 7, 14, 21, 28; mar 7, 14

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with kimberly carson

systematically develop the skill of mindfulness to facilitate concentration, relaxation, and awareness. this course is based on the national model developed by jon kabat-zinn. two decades of research on this program has demonstrated reductions in psychological and physical symptoms as well as increases in relaxation, energy, enthusiasm, self-esteem and abilities to cope with persistent pain and other stressful situations. for more information, contact kimberly at 503-245-YOGA (9642).

pre-registration required – contact Kimberly Carson at 503-245-9642 or email at kimberly@yogaofawareness.org

wednesdays	6:30 – 8:45pm	$250 – limited to 14 students
winter series
january 19, 26; february 2, 9, 16, 23; march 2, 9 full-day retreat sunday, february 27, 9am – 4pm

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with sarahjoy
using yoga, pranayama, meditation, and psycho-educational discussion this special series supports women in understanding and addressing the complex relationship between food, body image, emotions, and behavior patterns. click here to read testimonials from women who have done this work with sarahjoy…
thursdays	5:30 – 7:30pm	$275 for 8 classes
winter series: january 13, 20, 27; february 10, 17, 24; march 3, 10

limited to 10 women per series – call the amrita office to register at 503-552-YOGA (9642)
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with emily

Designed for professionals, teachers, health care practitioners, or students wanting to address musculoskeletal imbalances, this focused workshop is an in-depth looks at poses, breathing, and strength conditioning exercises for neck and shoulders. CEU credits available.

Pre-registration required – online, by phone or at the studio

sat, jan 29 & sun, jan 30, 2011	1 – 5pm	$160

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with chris coniaris
Chris returns to inspire us with deeper exploration of pranayama and philosophy from the many historical and evolving traditions of yoga. The wisdom of yoga is often hidden in ritual practice. The teachings of these practices transcend time, culture and diverse yoga traditions, with the Upanishads being the first texts to expound their underlying meaning and wisdom. The Upanishads help us experience the unconditional love and joy accesible to humans. Pranayama is the bridge from physical to metaphysical. Subtle awareness during specific breathing practices clears the mind and prepares us for meditation. The connection between breath and mind will be explored in depth. A variety of techniques will be practiced and analyzed emphasizing their beneficial use in your practice. All students welcome.
pre-registration required – online, by phone or at the studio

june 3 – 5, 2011 (friday – sunday)	$150
friday, june 3	7 – 9pm
saturday, june 4	1 – 4pm; 5 – 7pm
sunday, june 5	12 – 3pm

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