Anusara Immersion and Teacher Training Program:

Shri Yoga and certified Anusara teacher Julie Smerdon are pleased to offer a Yoga Alliance registered 200-hour Teacher Training in Brisbane in 2012. Fully inclusive, this is the perfect way to deepen your practice, or prepare to teach yoga of all genres.

This training consists of two segments:  Immersion modules I, II & III (100+ contact hours), and also our 100 hour Teacher Training.  The Immersion Series is a prerequisite for the Teacher Training.  Completion of  all 200 hours will qualify you for registration with Yoga Alliance at the 200 hour level.

Immersions I, II & III

The Immersion series invites you to deepen your practice through focused study of the joyful philosophy of Anusara Yoga, deep exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment, and a supportive community of like-minded yogis.  This program is always a rich and transformational experience, an exciting journey of body/mind/spirit, and a place where long lasting friendships are forged. The Immersion Series offers practitioners of all levels an exciting journey into the core of the teachings of Anusara Yoga.  Whether you want to deepen your practice, connect with other yogis, or take the first step toward teaching Anusara Yoga, the Immersion Series will expand your Yoga practice and reconnect you with your native joy.  The Immersion curriculum consists of three modules totaling 108 hours of study.  For teachers or students who would like to teach, this is the perfect opportunity to create a solid foundation from which to share Yoga of all genres. Although the Immersion modules do not give instruction on how to teach Yoga, the Immersion series is the first step for those wishing ot embark on the path of teaching Anusara Yoga, as well as a prerequisite for Anusara Yoga Teacher Training.  Each individual module will take place over 5 days.

• Module I:  7-11 March
• Module II:  9-13  May
• Module III:  4-8 July

Immersion Curriculum:

Part One (7-11 March)

Exploration of Anusara Yoga’s Universal Principles of Alignment | Introduction to poses from Anusara’s level I syllabus | History of Yoga, basic overview of Anusara Yoga philosophy including:  studentship, fundamentals of practice and ethical precepts | Basic pranayama and meditation | Introduction of general skeletal and muscular anatomy, including anatomy of the breath.

Prerequisites for Immersion I:  30 hours or 3 months of Anusara Yoga classes with an Anusara certified or Inspired teacher, OR permission from the instructor.

Part Two (9-13 May)

Graduates of any Immersion I module are eligible to move forward into deeper levels of refinement in Module II, which will include: Review of the Universal Principles of Alignment, and deepening exploration of the more subtle aspects of alignment including Loops & Spirals and the 3 A’s | Continued asana practice from the level I syllabus and an introduction to sequencing | Deeper exploration of Anusara Philosophy including the Tattvas, the 5 Elements and Studentship | Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras – Classical and Tantric views of significant verses | Basic kinesiology | Deepening study and practice of pranayama and meditation

Part Three (4-8 July)

Graduates of Modules 1 and 2 are eligibile for Module 3 which will include: Review and continued exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment and philosophy of Anusara Yoga | Continued asana practice from the level 1 & 2 syllabi and an introduction to poses from the level 3 syllabus | The Bhagavad Gita – Integration of the paths of Yoga | Subtle body anatomy | Continued work with pranayama and meditation | Continued study of anatomy and kinesiology.

Required Reading:

• Anusara Yoga Immersion Manual by John Friend
• Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Manual by John Friend
• Bhagavad Gita
• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

Cost for Immersion Modules:

• Full series: $1800 before 15 February (or $1950 after)
• Individual Immersion Modules: $700 before 22 Feb for Immersion 1, 25 April for Immersion 2 and 20 June for Immersion 3 (or $750 after)

Anusara Yoga Teacher Training

The Shri  Yoga Teacher Training is a 100 hour program designed for those who desire to teach Anusara Yoga; and also for those already teaching Yoga of any genre who wish to deepen their level of refinement.  This training is designed to develop skill in the main aspects of the Anusara Yoga teaching method including:

• The art of Themes, Languaging &  Sequencing
• The art of teaching the Universal Principles of Alignment
• Sharpening Observation Skills
• Teaching to multi-level classes
• Therapeutics and Physical Adjustments
• Designing Curriculum
• Instructing the breath
• Giving clear pose demonstrations
• Direct teaching practice with partners, as well as in groups

Refund Policy for Immersions and Teacher Training: Once payment has been made, full refunds will be given up to 7 days prior to the start of the Immersion if your spot can be filled.  No refunds inside 7 days prior to the beginning of the module.  Credit for future events will be considered in lieu of refunds.

Have you been wanting to try yoga but not felt ready to jump into a class?  This 6-week session is an ideal way learn the basics of yoga with other beginners in a safe and supportive environment. Experience the benefits of different types of yoga poses (standing poses, balancing poses, back bends, forward bends, and twists), pranayama (breath work), deep relaxation, meditation, and some simple philosophy.

When: 6-week session, Tuesdays 7:15 – 8:15pm  beginning 12 June. Pre-registration required.

Cost: – $120

Thursday 15 March:  6-8pm*

 Spanda:  The Song of the Universe, a Celebration of Yoga and Music with Dave Stringer & Julie Smerdon

 Join us for this special 2-hour yoga class, taught by Julie Smerdon and  masterfully accompanied by Dave Stringer.  Soften, open  and shed barriers.  Grow, stretch and celebrate the pure potential inside.  Cultivate and honour the beauty of community as we  explore the essential vibration, the ‘Song of the Universe’ that resides within each of us.

 TIME:  6-8pm   COST:  $35

Purchase tickets  here. 

* the regularly scheduled 5:30 class will be cancelled on 15 March

 Friday 16 March:  7:30pm

Concert with Dave Stringer!

Shri Yoga is proud to present what will be an unforgettable evening of music and celebration.  Join us on Friday 16 March for an joyful evening of music with internationally renown artist Dave Stringer!  Dave has been widely profiled as one of the most innovative artists of the new American kirtan movement in publications as diverse as Time, Billboard, Yoga Journal and In Style Magazine. Dave’s sound marries the transcendent mysticism of traditional Indian instruments with the exuberant, groove-oriented sound of American gospel music. His work translates the ancient traditions of kirtan and yoga into inspiring and thoroughly modern participatory theatre, open to a multiplicity of interpretations, and accessible to all. In the past six years Dave and his band have toured all over the United States, Canada, Australia and Europe.

“A volcano of a voice! Stringer transported us to another time and place. His fiery, soulful voice gave the entire room a feeling of a down-home gospel jam and one could not help but sing along.” ~ LA Yoga Magazine.

TIME:  7:30 – ?  COST:  $30

Purchase tickets here.

Located in Ubud, we will stay at Maya Ubud, a 5-star resort & spa set on 10 hectares of hillside garden, stretching 780 metres along a peninsula set high above two river valleys.   The resort is a 10 min taxi ride from the centre of Ubud, truly a place where one feels spiritually inspired, revitalized and loved. We will stay in superior rooms with beautiful views over local rice fields or lush gardens.

Enjoy two yoga classes each day, luscious buffet breakfasts, welcome and farewell dinners, a village and temple tour, Balinese cooking class including selecting our food from the local markets, 2-hour spa treatment and free time to explore Ubud and its surrounding treasures. Retreats are a time to take a break from daily life, connect with like-minded adventurers,  and return refreshed with new friends and stories to tell.

DATES:
23-30 April 2012

ITINERARY:
23 April
10:15am – 2:45pm Depart Brisbane– arrive Denpasar
Meet & Greet at airport and transfer to Maya Ubud Resort
& Spa (approx. 1hr 15min drive)
6:00pm – 7:00pm Happy Hour at Bar Bedulu (1/2 price cocktails!!!) – optional

24 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet at Lembah Restaurant
8:45am – 10:45am Morning Yoga Session
Free Day
4:00pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6:30pm Welcome dinner at Indus Restaurant in Ubud

25 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet at Lembah Restaurant
8:00am – 3:00pm Authentic Balinese Cooking Class
4:00pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6:00pm – 7:00pm Happy Hour at Bar Bedulu (1/2 price cocktails!!!) – optional

26 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet at Lembah Restaurant
8:45am – 10:45am Morning Yoga Session
11:30am – 2:30pm Half Day Ubud Village & Temple tour
4:00pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6:00pm – 7:00pm Happy Hour at Bar Bedulu @ Maya Ubud

27 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet at Lembah Restaurant
8:45am – 10:45am Morning Yoga Session
Free Day – optional tours available upon request
4:00pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6:00pm – 7:00pm Happy Hour at Bar Bedulu @ Maya Ubud

28 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet with at Lembah Restaurant
8:45am – 10:45am Morning Yoga Session
12:00pm-2pm Luxury relaxing Spa Treatment at Balinese Spa – Group 1
2pm – 4pm Luxury relaxing Spa Treatment at Balinese Spa – Group 2
4pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6:30pm Farewell Dinner at a special location – TBA

29 April
7:00am Breakfast Buffet with at Lembah Restaurant
8:45am – 10:45am Morning Yoga Session
12:00pm Check-out from rooms – store luggage at hotel
Free Leisure time
4pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Yoga Session
6pm – 7pm Light Dinner at Hotel (own expense)
8:30pm Depart Maya Ubud to Airport
10pm Check-in

30 April
08:10am Arrive at Brisbane International

INVESTMENT:

• $1998AUD includes twin share accommodation, 2 yoga classes/day, daily breakfast, welcome and farewell dinners, village & temple tour, cooking class, 2-hour spa treatment, ground transfers in Bali.
• For a single room, add A$695AUD
• A $500AUD deposit ($250 non-refundable) due on booking

AIR TRAVEL:

We are offering a group airfare; return travel from Brisbane is currently on sale for around $800AUD.  Seats are limited and fares do fluctuate, so in order to take advantage of this sale fare, please book ASAP.

BOOKINGS:
To reserve your place, contact Kerstin from MTA travel:
E: krheinlander@mtatravel.com.au  or M: 0448 958 366

• 90 days or more before departure:  non-refundable portion of deposit ($250)
• 89-75 days before departure– 30% of tour cost
• 74-55 days before departure– 50% of tour cost
• 54-46 days before departure– 75% of tour cost