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workshopManly Yoga and Meditation Centre offers one-day and half-day weekend workshops on various aspects of Yoga, such as Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life; Nada Yoga; Meditation; Stress Management, etc. In addition, evening talks and lectures on Yoga and related topics are held on a regular basis. Please check web site regularly for upcoming workshops and seminars.

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March 2010
The Roots of Hatha Yoga with Swami Muktibodha
Date

Saturday 27th March 2010

Commences 10.30am
Finishes 4.30pm
Presenter

Swami Muktibodha is the author of several highly regarded books on yoga, “Commentries on Hatha Yoga Pradipika,” "Swara Yoga- The Tantric Science of Brain Breathing" and "Energy the Spark of Life"

Muktibodha is an expert in the practices of yoga & tantra. Much of knowledge was acquired under the personal guidance of Swami Satyananda with whom she lived for many years as a young adult, dedicating herself to yogic sadhanas (practice) and the rigourous training of ashram life.

Today, Swami Muktibodha lives in Brisbane with her husband and children, teaching yoga and sharing her true wisdom.


Description

So many people are practicing or teaching Hatha Yoga these days. What is Hatha Yoga really? Where did it come from and what is it's true purpose? These are some of the questions which will be answered in this one day workshop with Hatha Yoga expert Swami Muktibodha.

Learn and experience pranayama, mudra and bandha to balance your personal physical, emotional and mental energies. Awaken awareness of soul consciousness & cosmic energy. Discover the history and the message behind the classical text Hatha Yoga Pradipika. This is a practical and theoretical workshop which will inspire you in your own personal practice and enlighten you with authentic knowledge.

Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

$120 (if paid by Mar 20th)

$150 including excellent vegetarian lunch & afternoon tea

Phone 02 9977 4725
Email manly@satyananda.net


April 2010
Better Sleep with Sleep Scientist and
Yoga Teacher, Philip Stevens BSc (Psych, Physiol); (BSc (hons) (Physiol);
Date

Saturday 10th April 2010

Commences 10.30am
Finishes 4.30pm
Presenter

Philip Stevens  or Swami Samnyasanand is a consultant neurophysiologist, sleep scientist researcher, and  yoga teacher.

His work explores the neurophysiological effects of yoga breathing and meditation practices on the heart, brain and autonomic nervous system. Philip has also explored the benefits of yoga in terms of effects on the hypothalamus and Pineal. Melatonin, the hormone released by this small gland at night, helps to maintain the sleep-wake cycle.

Philip or Samnyasananda has over 30 years of experience with yoga and meditation. He currently teaches yoga and meditation at the Monash Medical school and at the Alfred hospital in Melbourne.


Description

Learn how to get a good nights sleep -Much of good health is determined by the quantity and qualtiy of sleep you get each night.Lack of sleep is associated with irritibility, impatience, anxiety and depression. When you are not getting enough sleep your own health and safety are at risk as well as those around you from falling asleep at the wheel while driving, accidents on the job and at home.

Shift Workers- experience more health problems than day workers, with more stomach problems, menstrual irregularities, colds, flu and weight gain than day workers. Heart problems and high blood pressure are more likely.

If you are not getting enough sleep or your quality of sleep is poor, this seminar will assist you in getting a better nights sleep and making the most of the time you have for sleep.

Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

 including excellent vegetarian lunch & afternoon tea

 early bird when paid by


Phone
02 9977 4725

Email
manly@satyananda.net

April 2010
Satsang: Questions & Answers on Yoga with
Swami Satyadharma
Date

Saturday 16th April 2010

Commences 7.00pm
Finishes 9.00pm
Presenter

Description
Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

$30 when paid in advance
$35 at the door


Phone
02 9977 4725

Email
manly@satyananda.net


May 2010
Dr. Rishi Vivekananda
Date

Saturday 22nd May 2010

Commences 10.30am
Finishes 4.30pm
Description

Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

 including excellent vegetarian lunch & afternoon tea

Early Bird  if paid by 10th May
Phone 02 9977 4725
Email manly@satyananda.net

June 2010
Rishi Nityabodha -Ajna Chakra, Awakening Intutition
Date

Saturday 26th June 2010

Commences 10.30am
Finishes 4.30pm
Description

Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

 including excellent vegetarian lunch & afternoon tea

Early Bird
Phone 02 9977 4725
Email manly@satyananda.net


August 2010
Swami Satyadharma
Date

Saturday 14th August 2010

Commences 10.30am
Finishes 4.30pm
Description

Venue

Manly Yoga Centre 27 Pittwater Rd, Manly

Cost

 including  vegetarian lunch & afternoon tea

Early Bird  if paid by 2nd August
Phone 02 9977 4725
Email manly@satyananda.net


November December 2010
India Tour- Rikhiapeeth
Departing

28th November 2010

Returning 24th December 2010

This year we are taking a group to the sadhana (spiritual practice) place Swami Satyananda Saraswati, founder of Bihar School of Yoga, the style of yoga we teach at the Manly Yoga Centre.

We will be posting more detailed information in the coming months.

Please let us know if you are interested in joining us to visit the ashram in India this year by emailing info@manlyyoga.com.au


Venue

Rikhiapeeth Ashram, India

Cost tbc
Phone 02 9977 4725
Email manly@satyananda.net