Yoga Philosophy Immersion Weekend with Jeff Lichty
June 3 & 4
Join senior teacher and founder of Ashtanga Yoga Victoria, Jeff Lichty, for a total immersion weekend surrounding yoga philosophy. Explore Patanjali’s Sutras in theory and practice. There is no practice experience required, nor yoga philosophy education prerequisite.
Saturday Schedule
9:30-11:00 Mantra & Meditation
Unlock inner peace and clarity with transformative sound and meditation. Mantra meanings will be fully interpreted. Guided thoroughly to help you experience a new level of calm and focus for your day.
12:30-2:30 Yoga Philosophy Basics – The Metaphysics of Patanjali
Explore the core concepts of reality and consciousness from Samkhya that are the foundation to Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Look closely into the nature of existence involving the mind, ego and intellect and gain a basic understanding of dualistic philosophy.
3:00-5:00 This is Yoga – Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Part 1
An introductory discussion unveiling the wisdom of the first book of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Delve deeper into the essence of being and the path to enlightenment.
Sunday Schedule
9:00-11:00 Ashtanga Vinyasa 101
An instructional asana class detailed through the fundamental sequence of Ashtanga Vinyasa. Following the fundamentals, practitioners may continue Mysore-style with their personal practice or choose to only participate in the led portion. Arielle will assist Jeff in the Mysore teaching.
12:00-2:00 This is How You yoga – Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Part 2
Probe more deeply into the intricacies of yoga practice and the eight limbs with book 2 of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.
3:00-4:30 Philosophy Discussion Open Q & A
Ever wondered who that Elephant in the room is?? Come with your questions on philosophy or practice, or just sit and listen to this open forum.
$249 weekend rate (+GST)
$49 per session