Workshop series will be held daily from 9–12 February 2010
Lara introduces her work at 6:30 pm on 6 Feb at the Alchemy Lounge
Quantum Yoga® is a method whereby the practitioner learns to compose dynamic yoga sequences in accordance with individual physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspirations. A system of grouping, sequencing and linking yoga asana or postures in a breath-synchronised flow (vinyasa), as well as assessment guidelines based on the holistic approach of Ayurveda have been devised, to lead to a clear understanding of one’s ideal yoga practice. The three Basic Quantum sequences, Birds, Heroes and Lotus Mandala, were developed as blueprint practices to regulate each dosha (body-mind constitution) in turn. Capricious Shiva hones skill, fitness and integration, whilst encouraging an expansive approach. Quantum physics proves that by raising one’s level of awareness, the transformational aspect of an activity is heightened. Quantum Yoga® gives you the tools to develop a practice that leads to the conscious manifestation of health and happiness.
Details: The workshops are sold as a series. Series one includes Birds, Heroes and Lotus Mandala and will be held daily at 9.30-12.00 am from 9-11 Feb at Yoga Pavilion. Beginners are welcome to join for the whole series. Experienced yogis may join classes on a casual basis.
Quantum Master Sequence is the second series and will take place at 9.30-12.30 on the 12 Feb following the first series as above. To enrol for this class you must have completed Series one or be experienced.
BIRDS
- Duration: 2 hrs
- Dosha Regulated: Vata (Air)
- Primary Energetic Effect: Grounding, Balancing, Strengthening
- Peak Pose: Eka Pada Raja Kapotasana
- Theme: Freedom
- Level: General
- Music: Healing Sounds from Nature
Workshop Format
20 min: Introduction to Quantum Yoga and Explanation of Recognising and Dealing with Vata Imbalance. Also, brief description of how Antonio Testa uses the resonance of natural sound to heal the human body-mind.
1.5 hr: BIRDS taught group class, outlining the ten Quantum groupings.
10 min: Explanation of the notion of freedom in the spiritual context as liberation from the cage of the mind. Reference to Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras’ Definition of yoga as chitta vritti nirodha.
HEROES
- Duration: 2 hrs
- Dosha Regulated: Pitta (Fire)
- Primary Energetic Effect: Calming, Cooling, Refining
- Peak Pose: Quantum Mini-sequence (When regulating pitta, the aim is to cultivate even energetic expenditure, so a peak pose as such is avoided.)
- Theme: Karma and the 3 types of action, Strength versus Power, Shakti
- Level: General
- Music: Modern Music and Mantras
Workshop Format
20 min: Brief Definition of Quantum Yoga and Exposition of its systematic application and principles. Explanation of Recognising and Dealing with Pitta Imbalance. The meaning and use of mantra in stilling the mind and controlling passionate, fiery tendencies.
LOTUS MANDALA
- Duration: 2 hrs
- Dosha Regulated: Kapha (Earth)
- Primary Energetic Effect: Stimulating, Purifying, Inspiring
- Peak Pose: Ardha Padma Pincha Mayurasana
- Theme: Grace
- Level: General
- Music: Chilled Techno Tunes
Workshop Format
20 min: Brief Definition of Quantum Yoga and Exposition of its systematic application and principles. Recognising and Dealing with Kapha Imbalance. Description of the use of technology in complimenting natural sound and how its regular beat and rhythm resonates with the yogi’s cultivation of a state of total balance leading to siddhis (supernatural powers) and the ultimate exalted state of consciousness.
CAPRICIOUS SHIVA - Quantum Master Sequence
- Duration: 2.5 hrs
- Dosha Regulated: primarily Vata-Kapha, but at an experienced level it is assumed that the practitioner has already cultivated a more balanced constitutional state. At times that one’s prakrti (natural tendency) is exacerbated, even advanced yogis are advised to do a more basic and suitable practice.
- Primary Energetic Effect: Balancing, Strengthening, Stimulating.
- Peak Pose: Shiva Natarajasana
- Theme: Power of Play and the Maintaining of Beginner’s Mind
- Level: Experienced-Advanced
- Music: Ambient, Electronic House and Balearic Beat
Session 2 -2 1/2hrs THB 2000++ Complete Series THB 5600++
