Asana Variations for Everybody

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Dynamic asana classes and workshops set vital energy in motion, intensifying in the silent practice of the meditation pose.
Asana Variations for Everybody

Sun., 31 July 2022 – Fri., 5 August 2022

In Reith, Tyrol, Austria


Dynamic asana classes and workshops set vital energy in motion, intensifying in the silent practice of the meditation pose. Mantra chanting and silent walks keep the mind flowing in a positive direction.

 

Practice

  • The Shoulderstand Cycle
  • Hip-opening asanas for a better sitting pose
  • Inversion: leg variations in Headstand, Full Shoulderstand
  • Forward bends: Tortoise, Bow and Arrow, Knee to Ear
  • Backward bends: Camel, Pigeon, Half-Moon
  • Asymmetry: triangles, spinal twists, balance poses
  • Prolonged holding of the basic postures
  • Developing vital capacity in the asanas

 

Lectures/workshops

  • Simple asana variations which prepare for the basic postures
  • More advanced, challenging asana variations
  • The most important joints and how they move
  • What’s lacking: muscle length or muscle strength?
  • Workshop: your meditation pose now and in the future
  • The meditation topic: variations for all temperaments

 

Recommended reading

Yoga: Your Home Practice Companion, Sivananda Yoga Centres
Many photos; asana practice programmes for beginner, intermediate and advanced users; relaxation and meditation; over 40 vegetarian recipes.

 

 

Registration is possible at any time. Arrival and departure dates can be fixed according to your preferences.

 

DAILY RATES
Yoga: €58
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
In a smoke-free eco-hotel
Single room: €81
Double room: €66
Shared room: €48
Dormitory (for ladies only): €42

Minimum stay: 2 nights

Triple rooms on request for 3 people staying for the same dates.

All rates include VAT and are subject to a €1.80 visitor's tax per person per night.

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Arrival day, Sunday, 31 July (arrival between 2 and 3:30 pm)

  • 4 – 5:45 pm Asana and pranayama class
  • 6 pm Vegetarian dinner
  • 8 – 9:30 pm Evening meditation, mantra chanting and course meeting
    Occasionally the evening meditation takes place in the form of a one-hour silent walk

 

Monday, 1 August

  • 6 – 7:30 am Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk
    Occasionally the morning meditation takes place in the form of a one-hour silent walk
  • 8 – 9:45 am Asana and pranayama class, sometimes followed by a short lecture on a yoga health-related topic
  • 10 am Vegetarian brunch
  • from 11 am Time for an invigorating sauna visit or relaxing massage; occasionally a walk or excursion
  • 12 or 2 pm One hour lecture on the yoga vacation theme
  • 4 – 5:45 pm Asana and pranayama class
  • 6 pm Vegetarian dinner
  • 8 – 9:30 pm Evening meditation, mantra chanting, talk
    Occasionally the evening meditation takes place in the form of a one-hour silent walk

Tuesday – Thursday, 2 – 4 August

  • 6 – 7:30 am Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk
    Occasionally the morning meditation takes place in the form of a one-hour silent walk
  • 8 – 9:45 am Asana and pranayama class, sometimes followed by a short lecture on a yoga health-related topic
  • 10 am Vegetarian brunch
  • from 11 am Time for an invigorating sauna visit or relaxing massage; occasionally a walk or excursion
  • 11:45 am – 12:45 pm Mid-day lecture series: Teachings on yoga and spirituality
  • 1:30 – 3:00 pm Asana and pranayama class
  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm “The Unity of the Self” Bhagavata Saptaha with Sri Venogopal Goswami, Vrindavan, North India
  • 6:30 pm Vegetarian dinner
  • 8:30 – 9:15 pm Evening meditation or silent walk

Departure day, Friday, 5 August

  • 6 – 7:30 am Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk
    Occasionally the morning meditation takes place in the form of a one-hour silent walk
  • 8 – 9:45 am Asana and pranayama class, sometimes followed by a short lecture on a yoga health-related topic
  • 10 am Vegetarian brunch
  • from 11 am Time for an invigorating sauna visit or relaxing massage; occasionally a walk or excursion
  • 11:45 am – 12:45 pm Mid-day lecture series: Teachings on yoga and spirituality
  • Departure from 1:30 pm

 

Individual programmes are subject to change or cancellation.

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Accommodation and meals are in the non-smoking eco-hotel serving wholesfood organic vegetarian meals.

All guest rooms have wooden floors and furniture, health mattresses, shower, toilet, hairdryer, telephone and radio. Most rooms have a balcony.

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A meditation pillow for the morning and evening meditation sessions is recommended. A meditation shawl is also advantageous.

To practice the yoga poses you will need a non-slip yoga mat or wool mat. You will need a blanket to cover yourself at the end of the yoga class during the so-called final relaxation.

Pillows, shawls, blankets, mats and much more can be purchased in our online shop or in our boutique after arrival.

For your stay you should bring comfortable clothing, slippers, walking shoes, rain gear, torch (flashlight), bathing suit and towels. Eyeglass wearers should bring a hard case for safe storage during the yoga classes.

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Please note the measures and regulations relating to entry, stay and departure for yoga vacation. They are updated regularly.

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Registration

Bookings are closed for this event.