Join Luna Ray for an inspiring weekend as we use a body-centered approach to explore the mystical and heart opening practices of Bhakti Yoga. According to Staci Hines, Somatic practices are about growing our capacity to be present with a wide range of sensations and emotions. We will study and practice Bhakti Yoga, including mantra, song, ritual and more to expand our Somatic awareness, and our ability to feel alive and connected to ourselves, each other and the world around us.
Fri. November 6th, 6-9pm: Soma, Mantra and Magic
In sanskrit, Soma means the “juice of life”. Mantra means “to protect and purify the heart and mind”. This evening workshop will begin with a simple study of *Somatic Experiencing (™), and a short accessible bhakti yoga asana flow to integrate what we learn. We will then learn the in’s and out’s of mantra, from the language of, to the history of, to the science of, to the psychology of. The evening will conclude with a powerful Bhakti yoga ritual that will merge, mantra, community, and somatic practices. This will give us access to “the juice of life”, and the magic will emerge. You will need a yoga mat and a sacred object that is meaningful to you. (i.e.- pic of family, something from the earth, jewelry, etc…)
Sat. November 7th, 9am-10am: Soul of Voice
Within each of us is a unique and powerful instrument called our voice. Modern science supports what the ancients knew, singing relaxes, nurtures and heals the body and soul. Our voices have the power to ignite our innermost truth and connect us more fully to our authentic selves. In this workshop we will cultivate a safe space to explore and empower our relationship to our own voice (5th chakra-Vishuddi). We will use the practice of chant and somatic experiencing to allow our voices to emerge, and understand the powerful connection that our intentions, our stories and our dreams have to our authentic, happiest self.
Sat. November 7th, 10:30-am-12:30 pm: Feel to Heal Live Music Class with Luna
FEEL to HEAL: An Alive Musical Vinyasa Yoga Practice Experience connection with yourself, and all through this Light infused Bhakti Asana class. Luna will weave heart opening asana, and dynamic movement with live music, mantra, and simple somatic practices that will expand the hearts capacity for remembering the “juice of life”.
Sat. November 7th, 2-5:30pm: DEEPENING IN TO MANTRA-DEEPENING IN TO PRACTICE
In this workshop, we will explore mantras and their power more specifically. We will look at the energetic effects of mantras on our own bodies and minds, and how their mythology, stories, and symbolism can serve us in our daily lives and practices. We will learn the different types of mantras, and different techniques for how to effectively and accessibly use mantras.
Sun. November 8th, 9am-12:30pm: Practice and Practicums with Yoga Teachers and Advanced Practitioners
Each student will have a chance to share their creative yoga flow, weaving mantra and sound with asana and breathe.
Sun. November 8th, 2-5pm: Yin Integration
Join Luna and Devon for a deeply integrative yin yoga practice. Through restful moments, and beautiful music the body will settle, and the mind will melt into the moment. Inner radiance will emerge.
ost: Full weekend- $200 if paid and registered by February October 9th; $230 thereafter
Friday evening- $45 if paid and registered by October 9th; $50 thereafter
Saturday early morning: The Soul of the Voice- $20 if paid and registered by October 9th; $25 thereafter
Saturday late morning: Musical Vinyasa Practice- $30 if paid and registered by October 9th; $35 thereafter
Saturday afternoon: Deepening into Mantra- $45 if paid and registered by October 9th, $50 thereafter
Sunday morning- $45 if registered and paid by October 9th; $50 thereafter
Sunday afternoon: Musical Yin Class- $45 if registered and paid by October 9th, $50 thereafter
*There is a $50 deposit built into the cost of the full weekend and $15 deposit built into single sessions. There will be no refunds issued within 30 days of the start date.