Art of Namaskar: Foundations of Prana Vinyasa (Also known as Embodying the Flow)
Art of Namaskar (previously Embodying the Flow)
As the foundation module for “40 Namaskar-64 Sequence” movement alchemy system, you will learn “10 Namaskar- Five Solar/Lunar Sequences” as the starting point for teaching vinyasa in a full-energetic spectrum.
This module includes:
- Explore the philosophical roots of Vinyasa Yoga and the embodiment of tantric hatha yoga
- Learn Krishnamacharya’s principles of Vinyasa Krama
- The Origins of Sun Salutations + Evolution of Prana Flow Namaskars
- Embodying the Sun-Moon for balancing active-meditative states within yoga and life
- Living Vinyasa – the micro-macro cycles that guide living flow and the wave of a class
- Develop energetic observation – explore the ability to assess imbalances, blockages, and leaks of energy to a person’s body, mind, and heart-fire
- Embody Prana – understand five movements of Prana from the Vedas, Upanisahds, Tantras, and Prana Vinyasa Mudra Vinyasas
- Learn Prana Vinyasa Energetic Alignment Method to embody Prana and teach these movements as keys to alignment and flow
- Alignment in the flow, and for creative and effective Wave Sequences from a solar/lunar perspective – a uniquely Prana Vinyasa methodology.
- Helping you find your voice and teaching personality through the foundational pathways of Prana Vinyasa® and enjoy the Living Flow Ashram: a community-based,
dynamic, creative, and nourishing approach to yoga teacher training.
- Receive support from a vibrant teacher-studies community and online school.
- You will begin teaching the first day and leave empowered to begin practice teaching or elevate your current teaching. You will also experience uniquely Prana Vinyasa™ methodologies of: Energetic Alignment™, Hands-on Assists, Vinyasa Krama, Prana Vinyasa Three-Part Vinyasa™, and Wave-Sequencing™ for the Mandala of 108 Asanas™.
Required Reading:
- Tending the Heart Fire, by Shiva Rea
- Heart of Yoga by Desikachar
Required Online Courses:
- Roots (Foundational) Pathways of Prana Vinyasa with Shiva Rea
- Roots and Evolution: The Art of Teaching Prana Flow Namaskars with Shiva Rea