Online Learning
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND ONLINE LEARNING
Josh is committed to passing on the teachings of yoga and the online platform has become one of the most effective ways of doing so. With online learning, you can get the same sense of community, comradery and social connection, within the comfort of your own home. Additionally, all classes are recorded so you don’t have to worry about remembering every idea, theory and concept. This greatly enhances the learning curve, allowing you to be more engaged with the discussion. Below you will find a list of classes that cycle throughout the year. If you are interested in one in particular, send me a message below.
Meditation in the Yoga Tradition
One of the biggest hurdles to meditation is a lack of guidance and understanding about what meditation is. Meditation is the conscious placing of one’s attention onto a specific location or place. The location can be an external object, such as a tree, mountain or river, or it can be something internal, like an affirmation, a sensation or the breath. Each object has a unique influence on us and if we connect in the right way, will lead to greater sense of well-being. The method of how we bring our mind into such focus is unique in the Yoga tradition. Yoga employs a combination of preparatory tools and techniques, including gentle movement, breathing, sound, visualization, etc. to more easily prepare the mind for focus. Whether you are new to meditation or a long time practitioner, these morning classes are the perfect way to incorporate meditation into your daily routine. Each week we will work with various objects and concepts of meditation.
Classical Pranayama Techniques
Through consciously regulating the way in which we breathe, we can change how our body and mind feel. According to the Yoga Sutras, the process of regulating the breath is called, Pranayama. There are many techniques and methods of breathing–some are stimulating whereas others down-regulating, some heat you up and others cool you down. Some are best practiced in the morning and others at night for the desired outcome of the body or mind experience. Having formal guidance is a necessity for a safe and effective practice. In this class we will explore how to work with various techniques, breathing ratios and preparatory postures to establish a proper pranayama practice. You will gain both an understanding of pranayama and its vital role in meditation. You will experience how pranayama can help to manage stress, energy levels, sleep, digestion, overall vitality and a plethora of further benefits. All of the methods we explore will be from the Yoga tradition. No matter what your level of experience, this series will benefit you greatly.
Healing Through Vedic Chant
The Veda-s are the source of Indian wisdom and philosophy, including that of Yoga. Chanting of these ancient Vedic mantra-s, with proper technique, can be a useful tool in both healing and health. Additionally, the recitation of these mantra-s can support cognitive function, enhance communication, increase energy levels and reduce stress. In this introductory class you will learn the rules of Vedic chant, proper pronunciation of the mantra-s, Sanskrit grammar and how to work with many of the traditional chants used for health and wellbeing. If you are new to the practice or would like to refine your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to receive personal guidance.
Overcoming Uncertainty: Lessons from the Gita
One of the struggles that we all face as humans is doubt. It is inevitable that at some point in life we will be stopped in our tracks and forced to make an important decision. How do you face uncertainty? Where do you find the clarity necessary to make a choice? What if you don’t know how to proceed? These are some of the important lessons to be had from the Bhagavad Gita. In this examination of the text, you will learn pearls of wisdom that will help you find the clarity you are looking for in life.
Bringing Yoga to Life: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The practice of Yoga is more than what we do within the confines of our mat. It is the way in which we live our life off of it. Many people find Yoga for the physical benefits but continue to practice for the transformational effect it has on the mind. Yoga creates attention and focus, brings clarity and creates the resilience necessary to face obstacles. The importance of understanding and observing the relationship between Yoga and the mind is pivotal to living a life of well being. The Yoga Sutras explore a pathway toward balance and harmony. In this course you will learn tools to positively improve your life and mental state through the tradition of Yoga.