This Ashtanga Yoga workshop will explore the postures and sequence of the first half of Intermediate Series, or Nadi Shodhana, which purifies the nervous system by opening and clearing the energy channels (nadis) and allows prana (energy) to flow freely through the body. The invigorating backbends, twists, and arm balances we will explore provide a counterbalance to the forward bends of Primary Series (Yoga Chikitsa, or Yoga Therapy) designed to realign and detoxify the body.

This workshop is suitable for ongoing students who are familiar with Primary Series. In addition to the poses themselves, students will be introduced to correct Vinyasa (flowing sequence) and encouraged to use Ujjayi (deep, resonant breathing), Bandhas (energy locks) and Dristi (visual focus). Modifications will be given for those who have difficulty due to tightness in the back, hamstrings, shoulders, knees or other areas.

About Cara

Cara began teaching yoga in 1998. She first studied with Dharma Mittra in 1999 and has completed his 200-hour teacher training. She also teaches ashtanga vinyasa yoga and has spent nine months in India studying with ashtanga vinyasa Guru Pattabhi Jois and his family. She has also completed teacher trainings with Manju Pattabhi Jois and Suddha Weixler and has studied with a long list of senior instructors. Her articles about these experiences are archived at yogachicago.com, the Yoga Chicago website, which is also where her restaurant reviews and cartoon "On the Mat" can be found.

Saturday, November 15, 2008, 2:00 - 5:00 PM, Cost  $50

All classes will be held at the The Chicago Yoga Center

To reserve space, fill out and print the WORKSHOP FORM specifying
Cara Jepsen
Intro To Second Series Workshop
along with a check payable to the
CHICAGO YOGA CENTER
3047 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 320
CHICAGO IL 60657-4274