Hatha Yoga Pradipika 8 wk. Course
with Drs. M. A. Jayashree and M. A. Narasimhan
(Starting August 5th - only 25 spots available!)
Composed in the 14th century by Yogi Swatmarama, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika is one of the four most important classical texts on Yoga philosophy. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika, along with the Gheranda Samhita, is one of the most detailed texts describing the techniques of Hatha Yoga, including such concepts as Asana, Bandha, Mudra, Pranayama, Kriya, Nadis, Chakras, and Kundalini. The purpose of the Hatha Yoga practices is to purify the physical body in order to gain access to the energy body, while balancing the opposing pairs of internal forces described as “Ha” & "Tha”(Sun/Moon, Pingala/Ida) so that we may transcend the limitations of the physical body.
As we take an in-depth look into this fascinating text, we will learn key slokas through the 'Sruti Parampara' call and response method, which is a traditional and effective method of pronunciation, remembering and understanding Sanskrit language and texts. The method is accessible to all, and is in itself a traditional and transformative yoga practice. Jayashree will work with each participant individually to ensure everyone gets a chance to practice chanting in every class.
Each week, we will learn to chant roughly 5 important slokas with Jayashree, followed by the philosophical explanations of each one by Narasimhan. In this way, studying the text over a period of 8 weeks, we achieve a deep understanding of the text over the period of the course.
In addition to the live Zoom sessions, participants will also receive a link to view the recording of each class for practicing through the course. Each class session will be approximately of 120 minutes.
The course will proceed as follows: (Please keep in mind that this is an approximate weekly schedule, and the number of slokas learned per class may vary depending on the number of participants and the theme of each class may vary slightly according to Jayashree and Narasimhan’s judgment.)
Lesson 1: Introduction to Hatha Yoga Pradipika
Friday, Aug. 5 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 2: Asana
Friday, Aug. 12 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 3: Shatkarma
Friday, Aug. 19 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 4: Pranayama
Friday, Aug. 26 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 5: Mudra
Friday, Sep. 2 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 6: Bandha
Friday, Sep. 9 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 7: Samadhi
Friday, Sep. 16 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
Lesson 8: Course Conclusion, Q & A
Friday, Sep. 23 (7:30am USA Central / 2:30pm Europe / 6pm India):
About the instructors:
Jayashree and Narasimhan are 2 of Mysore’s most well-known and beloved teachers. For many years they have offered their expertise for the greater peace of mind and happiness of all. Their wonderful teachings represent a unique opportunity for all yoga students (and teachers of yoga) to gain deeper insights into the wisdom and teachings of yoga.
Dr. M.A. Jayashree, Professor of Sanskrit and beloved chanting teacher in Mysore, has been teaching all aspects of Sanskrit for the last 30 years. She holds a doctorate in Sanskrit from Bangalore University on the topic, "Concept of Mind in Indian Philosophy." She teaches using the traditional call-and-response style of ‘Sruti Parampara’, which dates back to Vedic times as the most direct and effective means of preserving and transferring the knowledge acquired by sages and scholars.
She has authored many books in the fields of Sanskrit, Ancient Sciences, Indian history, Indian culture and music. As a proponent of the 'Srutiparampara', method of teaching she has produced many audio recordings in the field of Sanskrit learning along with the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and Bhagavad Gita. Her material is designed as teaching aids to help people learn the chanting and memorization of the important Sanskrit texts of ancient Indian culture.
She has a large following of overseas students engaged in studies of ancient lore of India mainly Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Bhagavad Gita and the Sanskrit language.
She has presented a paper on a music topic at the 13th World Sanskrit Conference held at Edinburgh. She has been awarded as a ‘South East Asian scholar’ of merit by the American Academy of Religions, and to participate and present a paper in their Annual Meet Nov.2008 in Chicago.
DR. M. A. Narasimhan is a world renowned scholar and profound Yoga philosopher. He is the director of the Anantha Research Foundation in Mysore, is a science graduate holding Masters in Education with specialization in advanced psychology and research methodology, and also in Sanskrit.
He has specialized in the Indian philosophical systems and the various practices of yoga. As a disciple of His Holiness Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, he is a teacher of Transcendental Meditation, having taught the TM technique to more than 20,000 people and trained more than 1,000 teachers of Transcendental Meditation.
In addition, he is a research scholar specializing in the fields of Indian culture and the Sciences of ancient India. With a considerable number of books, monographs, and papers in the fields of Indian history, science, Sanskrit and philosophy to his credit, he is also the editor of journals such as Ithihasa samachar & Ithihasa Rashmi.
Price: $108 USD for the full 8-week course. *If the economy in your country cannot support this price, or if your country is at war, please contact Andrew for a discounted price or scholarship. okiebaba@gmail.com okiebaba@gmail.com or WhatsApp +1 4055037779 to request a scholarship discount price. We believe these teachings should be accessible to everyone.
Please note that due to the individual nature of teaching, we can only accept 25 students for the live course! Please register in advance to ensure your spot.
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