Pranayama simply means breathing techniques and is the formal practice of controlling/measuring/directing/ expanding the breath, which is the source of our prana or vital life force. It is as important and profound as the Asanas (yoga poses. It is much more than just breath in and breath out air from the nose, but it is about breathing with our whole body, with our whole being, with our entire concentration and focus, and with subtle layers of our body, such as energetic, emotional, mental, intellectual bodies (Kosha system). 

The ancient yogis discovered the physiological principle that is well-proven by the modern medical science – that is your breath and your central nervous system are closely interconnected. Your nervous system affects your breathing, and in the same way, your breathing affects your nervous system. Rapid and shallow breathing stimulates your nervous system, whereas slow and deep breathing calms it down.

Breathing with different techniques will have different impacts in our body, we will delve deeper later into each technique. In this 1.5 hours immersion, we will learn the basic to intermediate techniques from Ujayii,  Sama Vritti, Dirgha, Anuloma,Kapalabhati,etc. We will experience how powerful the breath techniques are and how the breath can help us change the way we want to feel. Treat yourself the opportunity to use a life-changing tool you can take away with you in your daily life.

All levels welcome(beginners, seasoned practitioners, and yoga teachers), CEU credits available for yoga teachers.

Non-heated room temperature.

Saturday, Jan 22nd, 2-3:30pm

Investment: $30