ROD STRYKER
Yoga Marma: Hands-on Correction and the Art of Teaching

LOCATION: Sammons Center for the Arts

DATES: Tuesday, October 9 - Saturday, October 13, 2007

TWO WORKSHOP OPTIONS!

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Full Five Day Intensive Teacher Training DATES: October 9-13, 2007 TIMES: 8:30am - 5:00pm EARLY REGISTRATION by 9/1/07: $595 REGULAR REGISTRATION: $645

Morning Practice Sessions Only ALL LEVELS WELCOME DATES: October 9-13, 2007 TIMES: 8:30am - 11:00am REGISTRATION: 1 session: $55 2 sessions: $110 3 sessions: $150 4 sessions: $200 All five sessions: $225

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Awaken your sensitivity to work with others and master the principles of enlightened practice.

Hatha Yoga is the sublime science that details the entire range and sacred power of Yoga. Illumined in texts like the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Gherand Samahita, its teachings describe Yoga as a journey to the Divine through perfection of body, breath, mind, and spirit. When understood and practiced accordingly, Hatha becomes Para (the “highest” or “where our very best efforts culminate”).

Hatha includes the practices of Asana, Pranayama, Bandha, Mudra, Visualization, Kriya, Mantra, the science of the Chakras, Ayurveda, and Kundalini. Unfortunately, little of the knowledge of this glorious tradition is known or available to modern teachers and practitioners. The Sanskrit term Marma means: sensitivity, secret, or the core of a thing. The Marma Pure Yoga Master Training (PYMT) explores Yoga as a practice with the power to reach, heal, and awaken the light of human potential. In it we learn to see and share Asana, Pranayama, and Meditation as foundations for the deeper intent of Yoga. Through practice, theory, and teaching exercises we highlight the practical wisdom teachers need to know and work with to help students experience the richness that Yoga potentially offers. The aim of this five-day practice and Teacher Training Intensive is to lead you into Marma itself – awakening your sensitivity to work with others, as well as, the principles of enlightened practice.

ABOUT ROD STRYKER
Rod Stryker is widely considered to be one of the pre-eminent yoga and mediation teachers in the United States.  He is the founder of Pure Yoga ™ and has taught Tantra, Meditation and Hatha yoga for more than twenty years.  He is one of the few western teachers truly capable of articulating an authentic experience of the Tantra tradition. To learn more about Rod and Pure Yoga™, visit www.parayoga.com.

“There is a pristine place in each of us that is made of the same stuff that lights the most distant stars. Recognize it and discover a power and insight that will guide you to flourish in every are of your life.” -Rod Stryker

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
The training focuses on four main themes:

• Asana and the techniques of Yoga as Pranayama - a method for transforming and directing Prana (subtle energy).
• The power and science of Sequencing, Yoga as a truly energetic-minded practice.
• How to Adjust bodies with your hands; Hearts with your voice, being, and intent.
• The Art of growing yourself as a Teacher and Visionary.

The workshop consists of two parts:

• Open morning practices. Morning practices are open to all dedicated practitioners. Participation in the afternoon Training sessions is not required. The heart of these morning sessions is a dynamic and transformative practice: Vinyasa, holdings, teachings on alignment, contemplation, pranayama, meditation, along with some theory. Sequences highlight the core themes of the Training (which consist of morning practices + afternoon sessions).
• Afternoon training sessions. The Training is open to all interested and committed students – teachers and non-teachers alike are welcome. Afternoon sessions include lecture, additional practices, and group work, as well as Q & A sessions. The afternoon sessions are part of the full five day teacher training and can only be attended with full registration for the five day intensive.

Some of the topics covered include:

• Energetics and Physiology of the Breath
• Hands-on Adjustments - The Full Range (Dynamics and Specifics)
• The Meridian System - Asana and the Emotional Body
• The Principles of Effective Teaching
• Reading Bodies/Designing a Practice
• Developing and Executing a Theme
• The (3) Elements of Meaningful Practice
• Building your Stature as a Teacher
• Dynamics of Pranayama
• Designing a Personal Practice
• Practice and Sharing the Art of Meditation

Recommended Reading:
THE HEART OF YOGA by TKV Desikachar

ITINERARY (subject to change):
FULL TEACHER TRAINING
Tuesday, October 9 - Saturday, October 13, 2007, 9:00am - 5:30pm

• 8:30am - 11:00am :: Morning practice sessions
• 11:00am - 1:00pm :: Break
• 1:00pm - 5:00pm :: Afternoon teacher training sessions

MORNING PRACTICE SESSIONS ONLY
Tuesday, October 9 - Saturday, October 13, 2007, 8:30am - 11:00am

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
For any additional questions on this or other events, please contact Living Yoga Dallas at 214-739-1605 or email info@livingyogadallas.com.

For more information on Rod, visit www.parayoga.com.

WHAT TO BRING:
A well rested and well hydrated body; an open mind, body and spirit.
Your own yoga mat, towel and props that you utilize in your practice.

Full day participants for teacher training are recommended to have several yoga blankets on hand, including your own mat, a meditation cushion, pen and paper and anything that you utilize in your practice and study that will assist in making your participation comfortable and enjoyable.

Please bring your own bottled water.

LODGING:
There is no lodging or meals provided for this weekend. Visit our Resources section for hotel recommendations with special rates for Living Yoga Dallas workshop participants.

LOCATION:
Sammons Center for the Arts
3630 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75219
Phone: 214-520-7788