Michael, Heather & Cory invite you to a 3-day exploration of Ashtanga’s Intermediate Series in Nashville, Tennessee!
Michael, Heather & Cory near Cumberland River in Nashville, TN
Date: June 14-16 2024
Location: Yoga Shala Nashville
Tim Miller referred to the Primary Series as the plumbing and Intermediate as the electrical because, just like when building a home, one needs to establish a steady, functioning foundation before installing the wiring to light it up! In this 3-day weekend workshop we will explore the theoretical as well as practical aspects of Ashtanga’s Intermediate Series.
Here’s what you can expect:
Friday
9 am - 12 pm Guided Intermediate with Q & A
Join us for an accessibility-focused guided practice. Each posture will be introduced using the traditional Sanskrit count, followed by an exploration of key principles to accommodate practitioners at various levels. The aim is to provide you with different techniques that you can explore in the mysore sessions on Saturday and Sunday. Be prepared to laugh, work hard and sweat! We’ll conclude with a 30 minute Q&A.
1 pm - 230 pm Teacher Track Education Session
This session is for participants enrolled in the (optional) teacher track and will include discussion on the Intermediate Series covering topics such as when and how to introduce to students, teaching principles, and an initial exploration of adjustments.
330 pm - 415 pm Dharma Talk and Guided Meditation with Cory
Cory will offer a short teaching with guided meditation on the asana-meditation connection with an emphasis on the Intermediate Series’ effect on the subtle body and how a sitting practice can support one’s process of integrating our direct physical experience into greater awareness in daily life.
415 pm - 5 pm Meet and Greet Social
Before we conclude our day's activities, we'll have some time to connect and chat. With plenty of excellent dining options in the vicinity, you can enjoy an early dinner and return home in time for a restful night's sleep, ensuring you're refreshed and ready for Mysore.
Saturday & Sunday
7 am Morning Meditation
730 am - 930 am Mysore
1230 pm - 230 pm Workshop
In the afternoon sessions we will progressively work through the postures of Intermediate Series — including a look at the foundation, anatomy/physiology, execution, modifications and enjoyment of each posture.
3 pm - 430 pm Teacher Track Education Session
Conclude your day with our education session where we will delve deeper into teaching principles and adjustments specific to the Intermediate Series.
Investment:
$265 - Intermediate Series Intensive
Includes all session except Teacher Track Education Sessions
$400 - Intermediate Series Intensive + Teacher Track Education Sessions*
This package includes 3 additional sessions aimed at enhancing your teaching abilities of the Intermediate Series
*Prerequisite for Teaching Track Education Session includes proficiency in the Intermediate series up to and including ardha matsyendrāsana OR completion of the Ashtanga Tech Teaching Immersion.