Five Workshops with Maggie Kessell

This series of workshops will explore the anatomy of the whole human being—what does it mean to be human? How do we use the various tools of yoga: postures, breathing, meditation, chant, study of wisdom texts, prayer and ritual to develop all aspects of our being, coming into balance, and living to our fullest potential? This model, based on ancient texts, provides a lens for looking at our own development, as well as the larger context of parenting our children, education, public health and global issues such as the environment and our relationship with it. It can shed light on the issues we struggle with personally and socially.
Each workshop will feature a presentation, an experiential component with asana, pranayama, and/or meditation, followed by discussion.
This workshop series is appropriate for beginning students as well as more experienced practitioners and teachers.

The Panca Maya Model: October 16: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The 5 pervading layers of who we are, and how they affect each other.
The tools of yoga.
The bird model.
Annamaya practice—the food body.
Discussion.

Pranamaya: November 20: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The energy body; how we experience it and influence it.
Pranamaya practice.
Discussion

Manomaya: January 8, 2012: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The mind-body, in the sense of education and knowledge.
How we develop the mind.
Manomaya practice - Discussion

Vijnanamaya: February 5, 2012; 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The personality. How do we move from knowledge to wisdom?
Development of character.
Vijnanamaya practice - Discussion

Anandamaya: March 4, 2012: 1:30-4:30 p.m.

The bliss body. Emotions and relationships.
What is at our core? What is our essence?
Anandamaya practice - Discussion

Cost of Workshop

$300 for 5 workshops - After Sept 28: $325 for 5 workshops
Single workshop: $75
Register by September 28

To register and for more information:

Call Maggie at 651-292-1166 or via e-mail at maggie@riverbendyoga.com.