The ancient tradition of Tantra maps the entire spectrum and sacred journey of Hatha Yoga.
According to these teachings there are three stages to practice: Moon, Sun, and Fire.
Knowing how and when to apply these practices, ancient wisdom tells us, is key to
realizing the promise of yoga and to achieve lasting happiness and success.
Light on Hatha ____The Pradipika on Yoga____
(Mixed Levels) Saturday, August 7, 9:30am – 12:30pm
The whole range and sacred power of Yoga practice is laid out in this 7th century text. Detailing the sacred journey of Yoga through body, breath, mind and spirit, its teachings shed light on every meaningful step we’ve taken or will take in Yoga. We highlight its key teachings and the path of yoga described by the ancient wisdoms.
_____Moon Practice_____
Centering and Balancing Saturday, August 7, 2 – 4:30pm
Activation of the lunar force establishes a foundation for healing, peace, and wisdom. These practices stimulate the nurturing energy that allows us to remain calm in the midst of turbulence, steady in the midst of change. They are key to awakening hidden intelligence, intuition and set the stage for the deepening practices that follow.
_____Sun Practice_____
Awakening the Sensitivity to Life Force Sunday, August 8, 9:30am – 12:30pm
We focus on the approach to practice that links us to prana or life force. Sun practices allow us to increase vitality, subtle awareness, passion, and power. “Solar” energy leads to shining, both internally and externally. It is the basis for increasing the capacity of a practice to yield more and more powerful benefits as well as leading us to the final and most powerful stage of practice.
_____Fire Practice_____ Discovering and Living the Ultimate Aim of Practice Sunday, August 8, 2 – 4:30pm
The ultimate aim of Yoga practice is to awaken our inner fire–the force of Spirit. Activation of the subtle force of fire leads to extraordinary perception and living. Practice focuses on generating the energy that dissolves inertia in order to access the sacred force residing in the spine called shakti––the power of soul.
Full Weekend Fee: $250. $65/any single segment.
PreRegistration Required. Currently only waitlist available.
Call 203-287-2277
Rod Stryker is the founder of ParaYoga and widely considered one of the country's leading yoga and meditation teachers. He has taught for nearly 30 years and leads retreats, workshops, and trainings worldwide.
Your Community Yoga Center at 39 Putnam Ave., Hamden, Ct 06517 located in the greater New Haven area, servicing Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Hamden, Meriden, Milford, New Haven, Northford, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Wallingford, West Haven, and Woodbridge. Offering yoga for Beginners, All-levels yoga, ParaYoga®, Gentle/Restorative Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Yoga for Teens, Yoga for Tweens, Vinyasa Yoga, Pre-Natal Yoga, Senior/Gentle Yoga, Anusara Inspired Yoga, Belly Dance, Hatha-Tantra Yoga, Tantra Meditation, Buddhist Meditation, Ayurveda and free yoga classes for the community. Our bookstore carries books on yoga, meditation, and ayurveda as well as cds, yoga mats, blocks, props and jewelry. Formerly The Connecticut Yoga Center.
