The Bhagavad Gita is the most beloved scripture of India, a scripture of scriptures. It is the Hindu's Holy Testament, or Bible, the one book that all masters depend upon as a supreme source of scriptural authority. It is through his intuitive understanding of this Scripture that Patanjali's Yoga Sutras and Eightfold Path of Raja Yoga were gleaned. Bhagavad Gita means "Song of the Spirit," the divine communion of truth-realization between man and his Creator, which should be sung unceasingly. In this introductory workshop to fathomless truth, we will peer briefly into a timeless window that shows the path of our souls returning Home into Oneness with Spirit.

Tom Kelly, at the age of 24, entered the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) Monastic Order in California. Founded by Paramahansa Yogananda, SRF has roots that trace back to the ancient lineage of Swamis from India. After taking vows of simplicity, chastity, obedience, and loyalty, he spent the next 25 years as a monk deeply involved in meditation and humanitarian service.

As an inspirational speaker, workshop, and retreat leader, Tom has traveled around the world to teach the sacred art of Raja Yoga. In the fall of 1999, Tom left the monastic life in order to expand his life learning, as well as share the fruits of his self-transformation and direct experience of Yoga with all. Whether Tom is teaching a Yoga class, giving an inspirational talk, or leading a seminar or retreat, his passion for communicating the joy of spiritual living is highly contagious.

If you like a strong, flowing, breath-centered yoga practice, but have done more than a few too many down dogs, up dogs and chaturangas, then this is the class for you. Leslie Kaminoff will lead you through a specially designed vinyasa that strongly works the legs, opens the hips, moves the spine in all possible directions; all without putting any body weight on your hands. The sequence will be taught twice; first with detailed written instructions and alignment cues, and again with an emphasis on flowing continuously with the breath.

Leslie Kaminoff is a Yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with 30 years of experience in the fields of Yoga, breath anatomy, and bodywork. He has led workshops for many of the leading Yoga associations, schools, and training programs in America. Leslie currently practices in New York City and Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He is the founder of the Yoga blog, “e-Sutra,” and “The Breathing Project,” a New York City Yoga studio dedicated to the teaching of individualized, breath-centered Yoga. Leslie teaches The Breathing Project's unique yearlong course in Yoga anatomy, and is the co-author with Amy Matthews of the bestselling book, “Yoga Anatomy” published by Human Kinetics.

If you like a strong, flowing, breath-centered yoga practice, but have done more than a few too many down dogs, up dogs and chaturangas, then this is the class for you. Leslie Kaminoff will lead you through a specially designed vinyasa that strongly works the legs, opens the hips, moves the spine in all possible directions; all without putting any body weight on your hands. The sequence will be taught twice; first with detailed written instructions and alignment cues, and again with an emphasis on flowing continuously with the breath.

Leslie Kaminoff is a Yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with 30 years of experience in the fields of Yoga, breath anatomy, and bodywork. He has led workshops for many of the leading Yoga associations, schools, and training programs in America. Leslie currently practices in New York City and Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He is the founder of the Yoga blog, “e-Sutra,” and “The Breathing Project,” a New York City Yoga studio dedicated to the teaching of individualized, breath-centered Yoga. Leslie teaches The Breathing Project's unique yearlong course in Yoga anatomy, and is the co-author with Amy Matthews of the bestselling book, “Yoga Anatomy” published by Human Kinetics.

Healing is an ancient art passed down through the centuries via countless civilization and societies.  The wise elders of community were often times healers - medicine men and women - considered to possess extra-ordinary intuitive and therapeutic abilities.  These esteemed healers passed wisdom down through lineages in Mystery Schools shrouded in reverence and secrecy. This workshop is a dedication to the sacred Mystery School traditions.  Trisha Kelly will lead students in practices of Spiritual alchemy designed to distill the powerful teachings of intuitive understanding and helping students to unveil their own innate healing abilities.

Trisha Kelly has been living the yogic lifestyle for almost 30 years. She has spent many happy years meditating, learning, and serving at the international headquarters of Paramahansa Yogananda's spiritual organization, Self-Realization Fellowship. After relocating to Encinitas, Trisha began a more intensive practice of Hatha Yoga, the third of the eight Patanjali steps.

In addition to co-founding the Soul Center with Tom Kelly, Trisha has studied with many notable teachers, including Erich Shiffmann, Gurumukh Kaur Khalsa, and Judith Lasater. Trisha's continued love and study of metaphysics, sound, vibration, light, and healing has led to her certification in many modalities, including Soul Memory Discovery, Reiki, and Spiritual Healing of Indigo Children, so that she now combinesher learning with intuitive knowing for private counseling and healing sessions.

Experience the profound effects of asana and chanting. Grounded in the tradition of Krishnamacharya, Brian's instruction is centered on the breath, and postures are precisely sequenced to enhance their therapeutic effects.

Brian Dorfman has been practicing Yoga, healing patients, and teaching for over 25 years. Influenced by TVK Desikachar, Brian's instruction focuses on helping the student develop a personalized, balanced practice. He incorporates asana, pranayama, sound, and meditation to create an environment for the student's innate wisdom to develop. Brian has extensive knowledge and instructional ability in the art and philosophy of Yoga, as well as in the areas of kinesiology, anatomy, physiology, and the biomechanics of movement. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from UCLA and is certified in Yoga therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and cranio-sacral therapy, as well as other forms of holistic medicine. Since 1985, Brian has maintained his own injury rehabilitation clinic and is an internationally recognized healer.

From an understanding of the structure of the body and the material of which it is made, this course will focus primarily on what often goes wrong and why. Students will gain an in-depth appreciation for common injuries of the arms, legs, neck, and back. Discussion will also include how Yoga can help or hinder rehabilitation of these injuries. 

Brian Dorfman has been practicing Yoga, healing patients, and teaching for over 25 years. Influenced by TVK Desikachar, Brian's instruction focuses on helping the student develop a personalized, balanced practice. He incorporates asana, pranayama, sound, and meditation to create an environment for the student's innate wisdom to develop. Brian has extensive knowledge and instructional ability in the art and philosophy of Yoga, as well as in the areas of kinesiology, anatomy, physiology, and the biomechanics of movement. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from UCLA and is certified in Yoga therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and cranio-sacral therapy, as well as other forms of holistic medicine. Since 1985, Brian has maintained his own injury rehabilitation clinic and is an internationally recognized healer.

One pose does not fit all. Skillful teachers, therefore, must be able to make a quick assessment and offer appropriate adaptation of asana for students in group classes and private sessions. In this class, participants will learn to assess their students' strengths and weaknesses in order to offer a practice that best fits each individual. Simple adaptations to common postures will be taught, along with how and when to use them. 

Brian Dorfman has been practicing Yoga, healing patients, and teaching for over 25 years. Influenced by TVK Desikachar, Brian's instruction focuses on helping the student develop a personalized, balanced practice. He incorporates asana, pranayama, sound, and meditation to create an environment for the student's innate wisdom to develop. Brian has extensive knowledge and instructional ability in the art and philosophy of Yoga, as well as in the areas of kinesiology, anatomy, physiology, and the biomechanics of movement. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from UCLA and is certified in Yoga therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and cranio-sacral therapy, as well as other forms of holistic medicine. Since 1985, Brian has maintained his own injury rehabilitation clinic and is an internationally recognized healer.

A well-thought out sequence is the key to an effective asana practice. Learning the art of sequencing will allow you to organize your asanas to create specific effects. Expand your understanding of sequencing and learn to design harmonious, effective practices that meet your intentions. Discussion will focus on the necessary ingredients for optimal sequencing, including such concepts as pose and counter pose, peak pose, rests, and the balancing of extension and contraction.

Brian Dorfman has been practicing Yoga, healing patients, and teaching for over 25 years. Influenced by TVK Desikachar, Brian's instruction focuses on helping the student develop a personalized, balanced practice. He incorporates asana, pranayama, sound, and meditation to create an environment for the student's innate wisdom to develop. Brian has extensive knowledge and instructional ability in the art and philosophy of Yoga, as well as in the areas of kinesiology, anatomy, physiology, and the biomechanics of movement. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from UCLA and is certified in Yoga therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, massage therapy, and cranio-sacral therapy, as well as other forms of holistic medicine. Since 1985, Brian has maintained his own injury rehabilitation clinic and is an internationally recognized healer.

We all function with not just one, but five bodies or maya koshas. Our physical body is best known, yet it does not function alone. The bodies of energy, thought and emotion, higher wisdom and peace all must come into alignment for a deep healing relaxation to happen. In this workshop we will explore and experience these five layers that cover our true self.  Through this understanding we are able to remove obstacles that keep us from experiencing a natural balance. Then we can bask in the peace of our own true nature.

NISCHALA JOY DEVI is a master teacher and healer. For over 30 years she has been highly respected as an international advocate for her innovative way of expressing Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing. She was a monastic student of the world renowned Yogiraj Sri Swami Satchidananda and offered her expertise in developing the yoga portion of The Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease and the Commonweal Cancer Help Program.

With her knowledge of yoga and her experience in assisting those with life-threatening diseases, she created The Healing Path of Yoga, and the "Abundant Well-Being Series" CD's. Yoga of the Heart, a training and certification program for Yoga teachers and health professionals designed to adapt Yoga practices to the special needs of that population.

Nischala Devi is now directing her energies to bringing the feminine heart perspective back into spirituality and the scriptures in her new book, The Secret Power of Yoga, a woman's guide to the heart and spirit of the Yoga Sutras and The Secret Power of Yoga audio book (Nautilus Book Award Winner).

Begin to unveil the Sacred Mysteries within and understand how our esoteric nervous system can lead us to the mundane or the divine. As we are able to progress beyond the physical to our subtle bodies we encounter whirling vortices of energy, called chakras. These chakras contain valuable information about the ordinary as well as the extraordinary aspects of our every action and thought.
Chakras are connected through channels that flow up and down our spines. When they are unobstructed, the energy easily flows, we feel whole and healthy. With the stresses of everyday life the flow is hindered and we feel lethargic, anxious, depressed or even diseased. Learn the theory and practice of how keep the energy in the chakras flowing and help correct any imbalance by using simple methods to recognize and clear the rarefied energy of the chakras, allowing us to open to our natural healing and wholeness as we realize our true divine nature.

NISCHALA JOY DEVI is a master teacher and healer. For over 30 years she has been highly respected as an international advocate for her innovative way of expressing Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing. She was a monastic student of the world renowned Yogiraj Sri Swami Satchidananda and offered her expertise in developing the yoga portion of The Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease and the Commonweal Cancer Help Program.

With her knowledge of yoga and her experience in assisting those with life-threatening diseases, she created The Healing Path of Yoga, and the "Abundant Well-Being Series" CD's. Yoga of the Heart, a training and certification program for Yoga teachers and health professionals designed to adapt Yoga practices to the special needs of that population.

Nischala Devi is now directing her energies to bringing the feminine heart perspective back into spirituality and the scriptures in her new book, The Secret Power of Yoga, a woman's guide to the heart and spirit of the Yoga Sutras and The Secret Power of Yoga audio book (Nautilus Book Award Winner).