- LIVE ONLINE PROGRAM
August 29 – November 14, 2021
The Light of Hatha Yoga: Taking Your Practice to a Deeper Level - Study & Practice of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika
Swami Paramananda
12 WEEKLY SESSIONS, Sundays, 8:30-10:30am ET
Course Description:
Are you looking for more energy and inspiration in your daily life? Do you want to develop and maintain a regular and dedicated Yoga practice? Are you an established practitioner that is feeling stuck, and wanting to take your practice of Asanas and Pranayama to a higher level?
Join this special 12-week course with Swami Paramananda where you will learn how to take your Asana and Pranayama practice to the next level. This course includes the practice of Asana, Pranayama, and the study of the sacred text – the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
The Hatha Yoga Pradipika is an ancient text that describes the complete path of Hatha Yoga. It is a main source of Knowledge about the practices of Asanas and Pranayama that gives us a comprehensive understanding of how to dive deeper into our Yoga practice.
Realize the great gift of Yoga and how to practice in the most effective way for maximum physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
What you'll learn:
- How to remain inspired, with an elevated attitude towards life and spirituality.
- How to cultivate a daily practice of Asanas, Pranayama, and Meditation.
- How to work with a Hatha Yoga journal to take your practice to a higher level.
- The means to success in your practice.
- The main causes that lead to failure in your practice and how to overcome them.
- The 15 main Asanas described in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
- The 6 Kriyas (cleansing techniques)
- The connection between Body, Breath, and Mind.
- The nature and function of Prana.
- How to purify the Nadis (energy channels).
- How to remain steady in one’s spiritual practice.
- How to create a daily routine, set intelligent targets for our spiritual evolution, and follow up on their implementation.
- How to enhance your meditation practice.
Additional Information:
Offered as 12 weekly sessions on Sundays, Aug 29, Sep 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Nov 7, 14, 8:30-10:30am ET
The Light of Hatha Yoga is based on the ongoing courses – Asana Challenge and the Pranayama Challenge.
This program is offered live through Zoom webinar with the availability for students to interact through Q&A with the presenter.
For enrolled students, a video recording will be available after each class in the event you miss a class or would like to review the content.
It is possible to register and take the course at any time. You can catch up on any classes you miss with the recordings.
Requirements and Recommendations:
- No experience necessary. This program is open to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.
- Viewing Device: Desktop or laptop computer will provide the best experience, although you can also connect via a tablet or smartphone.
- Internet connection: High-speed broadband wired or wireless is best.
- Video: Download Zoom to your computer, or install the Zoom app to your device. For interactive group sessions, a webcam or integrated camera will allow others to feel more connected with you.
- Audio: Headphone speakers are recommended. If you wish to participate vocally, a headset with a microphone will be ideal.
Course Includes:
- 24 hours of on-demand video.
- 12 live 2 hour sessions. Each class includes a 90 min practice of Asanas and Pranayama and 30 min of study of Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
- Live and recorded guided practices.
- Feedback and personal guidance on student’s home practices.
- Availability to ask questions about the studies and practices between classes.
- Course Manual.
Swami Paramananda
Swami Paramananda is a monk and senior teacher of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers . Swami Paramananda joined the Sivananda organization in 2006 and was initiated into Sannyasa (monasticism) in 2016.
A long-time practitioner of yoga, meditation and philosophical studies, he regularly teaches in the Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses as well as the Advanced Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses. He also teaches online courses and guides students from around the world in their practice and study.
Swami Paramananda is a much-loved, inspiring, and gifted teacher.