Fluid Power with Doug Swenson
March 2-4, 2012
Doug Swenson is returning to Blue Point Yoga Center for an invigorating and enlightening weekend of Fluid Power.
Prices are $55 for single sessions or $200 for the entire weekend.
Sadhana Yoga Chi (Fluid Power) A very soothing arrangement of soft and hard yoga asanas, connected together with mostly light light (non - muscle resistance vinyasa) and some challenging (muscles resistance vinyasa). You will enjoy the challenge, achieve a variety of new poses and move with fluid power. When finished, drift into a blissful deep relaxation followed by a guided meditation.
Lecture: Eight limbs of Yoga and Smaller Branches of Yoga: In this class the students will acquire a broad spectrum view of the eight limbs and how it affects our daily life. Also included - is a glimpse into some of the smaller branches, (Raja, Karma, etc).
Friday, March 2; 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Hatha Yoga - Soft Style Practice In this class we will practice a variety of postures – using a more restorative approach and non muscle resistance vinyasa.
Saturday, March 3; 9:00am - 11:30am
Yin Yoga In this class the students will enjoy the simplicity of a nurturing, gentle asana flow. Many postures will be supportive, relaxing and held for longer duration. The vinyasa will be light (Non muscle resistance). Studio owner, or students - are asked to supply props, which greatly enhance the experience.
Lecture: Breathing Basics and Practice of Pranayama:This class will give explanation and practice of several different pranayama techniques.
Saturday, March 3; 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mysore Style Class In this class students will practice his or her own personal routine - (Any yoga practice routine from any style and any level – no limits) – Doug will go around the class and assist each student – on an individual basis…Using yoga adjustments and verbal suggestions - on how to improve alignment, vinyasa flow, strength, flexibility and technique. Any practice routine from any style – no limits.
Sunday, March 4; 9:00am - 11:30am
Doug Swenson
Doug Swenson began his study of yoga in 1969. He has had the fortune of studying with many great teachers including Dr. Ernest Wood, K. Pattabhi Jois, David Williams, Nancy Gilgoff, Ramanand Patel, and others.
Doug is a master yoga practitioner, philosopher, poet and dedicated health advocate. He has incorporated influences from several different yoga systems along with his passion for nutrition and the environment to develop his unique approach. Over the years he has authored several books; "Yoga Helps", "The Diet That Loves You Most", "Power Yoga for Dummies" and "Mastering the Secrets of Yoga Flow".
Doug is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance and travels extensively offering workshops, retreats and teacher training courses around the world. Don't miss the opportunity to study with one of the worlds top instructors. Doug's classes are always invigorating and inspirational and his supportive style of teaching and keen sense of humor send his students home with a smile on their face and a softness within their heart.
