Description
Coming Together: The Sacro-Iliac Joint (Saturday 2-5pm)
As the conduit for force between the legs and torso and the meeting point of the pelvis and spine, the sacro-iliac joints are a crucial juncture point in the body. Unfortunately this is one of the most common sources of pain and discomfort in those that practice yoga. In this first clinic we will cover the anatomy and kinesiology of the S-I joint and how to integrate this knowledge into standing posture, basic supine movements, as well as standing Yoga postures. A special feature of this clinic will be an anatomical PowerPoint presentation designed to give participants unique insights into their individual anatomy and how this pertains to working safely with the S-I joint and lower back.
Calm Heart, Calm Mind (Sunday 2-5pm)
In this clinic we will explore the relationship between the heart, lungs and diaphragm and the outer container of the body wall: the front of the chest, the shoulder girdle and the upper back. “Opening the heart” is often interpreted in Yoga classes as thrusting the heart forward and up, while pushing the spine forward and pinching the shoulder blades together. By finding an easeful relationship between the inner contents of the chest and the outer musculoskeletal container, we can discover a sense of calm yet open presence. A special feature of this clinic will be on finding a relationship between the “down bucket” of the ribcage and the “up bucket” of the pelvic basin. When these two structures are in a balanced relationship they activate the support of the abdominal wall. Come prepared to find a new sense of your heart centre.
Donna Farhi is a Yoga teacher who has been practicing for 34 years and teaching since 1982. She is one of the most sought after guest teachers in the world, leading intensives and teacher training programs internationally. Donna is best known for her unique ability to help students and teachers embody their spiritual practice. Her work focuses on the refinement of natural and universal movement principles that underlie all Yoga practice. This concentration on fundamental principles allows student of all levels of experience and from all traditions to build their own authentic Yoga practice. Considered the “teacher of teachers,” students return to Donna’s intensives again and again to be a part of the inspiring evolution of Donna’s own practice and teaching.
Donna has been the asana columnist for both Yoga Journal and Yoga International Magazine (U.S.A.), and has been profiled in four separate publications on exceptional contemporary teachers of our time, including Yogini: The Power of Women in Yoga. Donna is the author of the contemporary classics, The Breathing Book, Yoga Mind, Body & Spirit: A Return to Wholeness and Bringing Yoga to Life: The Everyday Practice of Enlightened Living. Her fourth book Teaching Yoga: Exploring the Teacher-Student Relationship is a curricular text for teaching trainings worldwide. American born, Donna now resides in Christchurch, New Zealand where she pursues her passionate love of horses.
Schedule Information
Ausust 21, 2010
Saturday 2-5pm
Coming Together: The Sacro-illiac Joint
August 22, 2010
Sunday 2-5pm
Calm Heart, Calm Mind
Pricing Information
ONE workshop: $55 by 8/13; $65 after
BOTH workshop: $100 by 8/13; $120 after
Workshop Policy
Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. Refunds are given for cancellations made 48 hours or more prior to workshop start date. Store credit will be given for cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to workshop start date. No credits or refunds will be given after workshop begins. YogaWorks is not responsible for any and all costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.