David Regelin Workshop

A Yoga practice has multiple functions. It can refine and elevate our sense of self, harmonize and strengthen our constitution, and most interestingly yoga can transcribe the body’s language. Through practice and study, most notably with Nevine Michaan, I have developed the ability to relate the depth, skill, and practicality that a mindful yoga practice has to offer. -David Regelin Saturday February 7th, 2015 1:00-3:30PM "Dynamic movement, Rhythmic breathing and the joy of surya namaskar! Surya namaskar is the foundation for a solid breath based vinyasa practice, and can also serve as a preliminary skill for pranayama and eventually meditation. In this workshop we will cover: -postural techniques that help facilitate “floating” transitions by using leverage and joint articulation. -Breath and movement coordination that facilitates “bandhas” which guide waves of energy fluidly through the body and makes the practice feel like surfing. -simple visualization techniques that guide the body through space efficiently and effectively. Think of it as a way to strategize, rather than leave every jump to chance. Saturday February 7th, 2015 4:30-7:00PM “Centering skills” We are all a little eccentric (off-center) and yoga postures reveal this in a dynamic way. The way we position our posture actually repositions our eyes, ears, organs, nervous systems and minds which is why yoga asanas are so effective, for better or worse. Whether your goal is to learn a vast array of postures or stick to the basics, if you learn how to self-adjust, your asana practice will transcend exercise and become meditative. This class will offer sequences and foundational postures from all categories that, when adjusted well, can change one’s experience of the entire practice! Sunday February 8th, 2015 9:30-12:00P “Handstands & bandhas”- how to jump, press, float using and be the cool handstand guy/gal in the room without being clunky and annoying. - Discover both your outward and inward strength. Learn to use minimal muscular tension, efficient stacking of bones, and the mysterious magic of bandhas.-mindful form/effortless action: avoid the common injuries (wrist problems anyone?), and develop the kind of technique that makes it all look so “easy”. Sunday February 8th, 2015 1:00- 3:00P Vinyasa UPAYA : a vinyasa class which employs both classical postures and logical variations thereof. This class style is fluid and full of possible variations for the practitioner to pick and choose from. Instructions are offered that emphasis how one posture compliments another, or how one prepares you for the next. Includes handstand/arm balance opportunities that are not meant as peak moments but rather extensions of foundational skills. They are optional and perhaps even unnecessary, just fun. Cost: $170 Full workshop $45 Single workshop (Pre-registration required, no refunds)