6 to 8 p.m. Friday, 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday

Murti, from Healing in Yoga, is back from Hawaii with a workshop designed to enhance and fine-tune your practice! These series of classes are excellent for teachers and students of all levels and capabilities wanting to expand their understanding of yogic remedies for injuries, joint mobility & safety, teaching safe inversions and so much more.

An all-inclusive yoga retreat on the white beaches of Troncones, Mexico. Learn how to change the pace of practice and experience a sacred pause to reset, renew and refresh. Includes lodging and all meals, 2 yoga practices per day and yoga trance dance.

For more details contact gioconda@giocondayoga.com or sanieh@saniehyoga.com.

This week-long, full immersion in the Ashtanga yoga tradition will take students through an in-depth study of Primary Series. During morning practice sessions, students will learn how to avoid injuries, connect to the bandhas when moving in and out of poses, and use the breath appropriately. In the afternoon, students will begin to learn the principles of hands-on adjusting. Students will also be introduced to Second Series and will be taught the loving-kindness meditation. Participants should be practicing Primary Series on a regular basis.

To sign up for the full week, please contact Stefania Tafuro, Outreach and Public Relations Manager, at 512.478.4567 or stefania@castlehillyoga.com.

7:15 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays (skips Labor Day, Sept. 6th)

This 6 week Anusara Inspired™ Beginner Series will introduce the students to the bio mechanical principles of the body known as the universal principles of alignment. They will also be introduced to the the heart-oriented spiritual philosophy of Anusara Yoga as well as the energetic actions, known as the loops and spirals. This series is perfect for the raw beginner and those who are interested in learning more about Anusara Yoga. There is no yoga experience necessary and the series is suitable for those who have injuries.

Weekend Anusara Intensives for Teachers and Dedicated Students

OCTOBER 29-31, 2010: Entering the Heart of Practice, co-taught with Noah Mazé
JANUARY 14-16, 2011: Radical Self-Esteem and Communication, co-taught with Amy Ippoliti
SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2011: Opening to the Power Within, co-taught with Noah Mazé
NOVEMBER 18-20, 2011: Giving Thanks for the Glory of Embodiment: Anatomy and Asana Intensive, co-taught with Martin Kirk

At the heart of practice is the Heart itself. In the philosophies that inform Anusara Yoga the Heart is seen as the gateway to the essence of Reality where we are connected to our deepest truths and the deepest truths of the Spirit. Discipline, from this vantage point, is not some imposed ideal nor some outer standard to perfect. Disciplined practice is simply the natural and dedicated expression of the recognition of one's Heart.

6 to 8 p.m. Friday:
Anchoring Yourself in Your Intention: Hip Opening - all levels

10am to 1 p.m. Saturday:
Opening Your Heart to the Highest: Back bends - all levels

3 to 6 p.m. Saturday:
Cultivating the Nectar of Practice: Inversions, Forward Bends and Twists - intermediate level

10 am to 1 p.m. Sunday:
Dedication, Reverence and Devotion: Backbends and Arm Balances - intermediate/advanced level

NOVEMBER 13-14, 2010 SAMKHYA PHILOSOPHY w. MARICARMEN + GIOCONDA
Divine Separation – We begin our studies with the journey from the one to the many. Weekend includes in-depth study, asana practice and Yoga Nidra in exploration of our singular experience in the world.

NOVEMBER 20-21, 2010 THE SUBTLE BODY w. SPECIAL GUEST JAMES BAILEY
Divine Experience – James Bailey will serve as our guide in awakening the subtle body, focusing on Prana, Marma, Nadi, Chakras & Manas and how to use awareness of these subtle aspects to deepen our practice of yoga and understanding of more subtle aspects of our embodied experience.

DECEMBER 11-12, 2010 GANESHA + THE NATURE OF OBSTACLES w. GIOCONDA
Divine Discernment – As we walk the path of yoga, we seek to re-unite the many aspects of ourselves. Along the journey, we encounter challenges that invite us to deeper levels of wisdom and show us the power of choice. Weekend includes asana practice, meditation, pranayama & self-inquiry.

JANUARY 8-9, 2011 HANUMAN w. MARICARMEN
Divine Devotion – Hanuman's strength rises from the depth of his devotion, and from devotion, he is capable of great action in the world. Weekend includes study, strong asana practice and devotional practice.

FEBRUARY 5-6, 2011 CELEBRATORY WEEKEND w. MARICARMEN + GIOCONDA
Divine Union - Ultimately, the practice of yoga leads us back to union. This weekend is the culmination of our studies, and includes student participation in offering closing practices inspired by the journey. Weekend includes full range practice, asana, pranayama, meditation, study, discussion and kirtan.