Dear Yogis,

Welcome to the Prana Yoga Newsletter for September 2007!

In this issue:

1. September Schedule
2. Kriya workshop - informative workshop for body cleansing, detoxification
3. Exclusive ~ Teacher Training in Antigua!
4. Fall Teacher Training 300hrs - Level 2
5. Accommodations for Teacher Trainers
6. NEW! Prana Yoga Centre: Offering Courses in September
7. 4 Bursaries for Fall 200 hour Program for People with Low Income
8. Guest Tantric Teacher Swami Vivekanada Coming to Prana!
9. Psych-K - Free your Mind and Unlock your Potential Intro DVD Presentation and Workshop
10. Street Heat Initiative ~ Providing Relief to Homeless
11. Long Weekend in September
12. shakti teaching Sept 9th
13. Teachers at Prana-Heather is back
14. shakti's blog - A place to Connect with shakti to ask spiritual questions

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View our September Schedule Online:

http://www.pranayoga.com/studio-class-schedule.htm

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Kriya Yoga

Learn the ancient methods of the wise yogis for body cleansing, detoxification, and perfect health. Improve your immune system, digestion, elimination, breathing, sleep, skin condition, and allergies. Learn techniques such as how to cleanse the nose using sea salt water (excellent for relieving allergies) and more. Online Info

Please contact our office at 604-676-8812 to pre register
Saturday, September 22nd 2-6pm
Location: Prana Yoga & Zen Centre (1083 Cambie St.)
Instructor: shakti
$49+gst

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Antigua Teacher Training

Perhaps you've considered visiting an island of incomparable beauty, perhaps you've thought about experiencing a yoga teacher training program . . . now you can do both in one amazing journey to breathtaking Antigua, in the Caribbean, from November 13th to December 10th. This is an exclusive program, with limited enrollment spaces for twelve students, in an intensive 200 hour introductory yoga certification course. The fantastic benefits of enhancing your yogic practice combined with an intimate retreat-style setting will provide an unequaled foundation for your aspirations as a yoga instructor. Experience the benefits of an intimate and creative learning environment with precise instruction, and dedicated teaching. Don't hesitate to embrace this opportunity to deepen your yogic connection and explore an exquisite paradise. Learn more here

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Fall 300hr upgrade Teacher Training Program - Level 2
Accepting Applications Now!

Prana Yoga is now taking applications for the fall 300 hour - Level 2 Teacher Training program, which will be running from October 3rd to November 30th, and will be held in the heart of downtown Vancouver at the Prana Yoga Studio. As the seasons begin to change, what better way to rejuvenate your practice and connection to self than by tapping in to the universal inspiration of yoga? If you are contemplating upgrading your skills or are simply interested in exploring the corners of your own practice, consider listening and learning from a master on a level that encourages utilization of the tools within you to enrich the experience of yoga for yourself and others.

Prana offers the most comprehensive training program in North America, with amazing guest teachers whom educate from experience and knowledge about yogic lifestyle; including cleansing, tantra, nutrition, meditation, history and philosophy, and traditional yoga postures. This is a diploma program that will provide an unforgettable foundation of yoga for your personal practice and teaching career. Learn more here.

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Accommodations for Teacher Trainers

We are looking for accommodations for our fall International Teacher Trainers, who will need places to stay for 1 - 3 months.

Please contact our office at 604.676.8812 if you have room(s) for rent. As well, if you are entering into a teacher training program with Prana and are in need of a place to stay, our office has begun compiling a database of available rooms for your convenience.

Please contact our office at the above number for more details.

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Courses for Enhanced Yoga Practice

All current pass holders can try any of the classes offered within the new courses, space permitting

We are pleased to announce that starting in September 2007; Prana Yoga Centre will be expanding options for students by offering a variety of courses that specialize in various intriguing aspects of yoga. All course classes will include the signature Prana style posture flow along with expanded teaching on a variety of subjects of interest for a deeper yoga experience.

The primary purpose behind introducing these new and exciting class options is the commitment of the Prana team to the evolution and education of our members and enhancing their personal practice; as well as allowing for a disciplined commitment in a more structured fashion.

Members currently holding a pass with Prana can still attend any of the course classes at Prana under the same conditions that existed when the pass was originally purchased. This means that students are free to come to any class on the schedule. All courses are open to drop-ins; however it is strongly recommended that you sign up and commit to the course(s) of interest and attend from beginning to end, to maximize your benefit of each course. Course duration ranges from between 4 - 8 weeks.

Courses Will:

• Include hatha postures
• Provide detailed, attentive instruction unavailable in most yoga studios which offer generic classes
• Be cost efficient: course purchases are comparably economical to paying regular drop in fees
• Offer unique style and depth as each teacher has specially developed their courses to reflect the knowledge and diversity of their personal yoga inquiry including anatomy, core strength development, advanced asana, pranayama, and meditation
• Develop teacher/student dynamics insofar as working with the same teacher creates a foundation for consistency and growth within the practice
• Offer courses of varying levels so that students who pre-register for courses can be suited accordingly; For example, beginner courses will be suited to beginners and advanced courses will be suited to advanced students
• Enhance the approach to yoga without becoming limited to the physical aspect by embracing yoga's many layers of study

Here are the courses to be offered in September:

Ana

Sun salutation class (Ana) ~ Monday 7:00 am

Description: Hatha yoga class beginning with asanas (postures) and ending with sun salutation. Explores a different sun salutation in each class.
Pranayama: Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Ujjayi; breath and light Pranayama with arms work
First Course: Sept 10th - Oct 29th (7 classes)
Second Course: Oct 22nd - Dec 17th (10 classes)

Core Strength (Ana) ~ Monday 9:00 am

Description: This course will explore yoga postures specially targeted to awaken abdominal muscles. Increases core strength and assists people with back injuries.
Pranayama: Ujjayi, Kapalabhati
First Course: Sept 10th - Oct 1st (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 22nd - Dec 17th (10 classes)

Candlelight: Gentle Flow to Prepare the Body for a Great Sleep (Ana) ~ Tuesday 8:00 pm

Description: Encourages relaxation of the nervous system, anxiety relief, and in general how to calm the body and mind to develop a healthy state of genuine rest. Incorporates breathing techniques to facilitate this process.
Pranayama: Anuloma Viloma
First Course: Sept 11th - Oct 30st (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 6th - Dec 18th (7 classes)

Detailed Exploration of Asana (Ana) ~ Friday 5:30 pm

Description: This is an all level course that will focus on the exploration of 2 asanas in detail and with full demonstration. Though the flow will be developed around opening up the body for the two postures to be studied in depth, it will incorporate other related asanas as well as counter postures to relax the body. The asanas of focus will include camel, cobra etc.
Pranayama: Kapalabhati
First Course: Sept 7th - Oct 26th (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 2nd - Nov 14th (7 classes)

Standard Hatha Yoga Class (Ana) ~ Saturday 8:00 am

First Course: Sept 8th - Sept 29th (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 27th - Dec 15th (8 classes)

Kreg

Integration of Advanced Poses (Kreg) ~Tuesday 6:00 pm

Description: An exploration of deeper Yoga poses and strengthening yoga transitions. Emphasis will be on incorporating meditative and releasing breathing techniques to bring an open yet grounding energy into the practice. NOT FOR BEGINNERS
First Course: Sept 11th - Oct 30st (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 6th - Dec 18th (7 classes)

Wakening Pranayama (Breathing) and Hatha Flow (Kreg) ~ Thursday 7:00 am

Description: Introducing warming and cleansing Pranayama (breathing) techniques throughout energizing hatha yoga flows. NOT SUITABLE FOR THOSE WITH RESPIRATORY CONCERNS, OR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.
First Course: Sept 13th - Nov 1st (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 8th - Dec 20th (7 classes)

Cooling Pranayama (Breathing) and Hatha Flow (Kreg) ~ Thursday 6:00 pm:

Description: Introducing calming Pranayama (breathing) and breath work throughout slow, meditative yoga flows. Emphasis will be on relaxing the body and mind through breath and applying visualization techniques to calm the nervous system.
First Course: Sept 6th - Oct 25th (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 1st - Dec 20th (8 classes)

Dan

2 Hour Flow (Dan) ~ Saturday 10:00 am

Description: Focus on connecting breath and movement to develop a flow in which the intention is to absorb and process the prana (lifeforce) created in the body.
First Course: Sept 7th - Sept 28th (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 27th - Dec 15th (8 classes)

Asanas and Pranayama (Dan) ~ Monday 5:30 pm

Description: This is a hatha class with emphasis on incorporating postures and different breathing techniques to increase and master prana (lifeforce) in the body.
First Course: Sept 10th - Oct 29th (7 classes)
Second Course: Nov 5th - Dec 17th (7 classes

Yin Fusion (Dan) ~ Wednesday 5:30 pm

Description: A calm hatha practice in which a series of poses are held for several breathes to help open and strengthen fascia, the connective tissue in the body. Increase your understanding of the role of fascia and its interconnectedness to bodily movement.
First Course: Sept 5th - Oct 24th (8 classes)
Second Course: Oct 31st - Dec 19th (8 classes)

Grounding Series (Dan) ~ Friday 9 am

Description: A hatha yoga class with focus on postures that open the lower parts of the body, increasing stability and concentration. As well, this course will utilize various balancing postures to strengthen concentration and balance in the mind and body.
First Course: Sept 7th - Sept 28th (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 26th - Dec 14th (8 classes)

Standard Hatha Yoga Class (Dan) ~ Monday 7:30 pm:

First Course: Sept 10th - Oct 29th (7 classes)
Second Course: Nov 5th - Dec 17th (7 classes)

Standard Hatha Yoga Class (Dan) ~ Friday 7 am

First Course: Sept 7th - Oct 29th (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 2nd - Dec 21st (8 classes)

Sadie

Hatha and Meditation (Sadie) ~ Tuesday 7:00 am:

Description: Hatha postures in Prana's flow style followed by relaxation, finishing with a 20 minute meditation.
First Course: Sept 11th - Oct 30th (8 classes)
Second Course: Nov 6th - Dec 18th (7 classes)

Standard Hatha Yoga Class (Sadie) ~ Sunday 10:00 am:

First Course: Sept 9th - Oct 28th (7 classes)
Second Course: Nov 4th - Dec 16th (7 classes)

Krista

Hatha and Meditation(Krista) ~ Saturday 12:30 pm

Description: Hatha postures in Prana's flow style followed by relaxation, finishing with a 20 minute meditation.
First Course: Sept 8th - Sept 29th (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 27th - Dec 15th (7 classes)

Heather

Stillness in the Flow (Movement Meditation) (Heather) ~ Tuesday 9:00 am

Description: Students will be encouraged to move slowly and mindfully through a series of traditional Hatha flows. By fostering stillness in each posture, deepening the breath to open the body from within, and observing, with non-attachment, the processes of the mind, students can begin to practice connecting with their inner stillness. Students will also be encouraged to practice mindfulness throughout the transitions in the flow to begin to experience this practice as a moving meditation, one that does not end when you leave the mat.

First Course: Sept 4th - Sept 25th (4 classes)
Second Course: Oct 23rd - Dec 18th (9 classes)

Course Fee Structure:

Pre-register through the office and pay NO GST! Call 604.682.2121 to pre-register (by credit card only).

Unit Prices:

• If taking one course = $10 per class
• If taking two courses simultaneously = $9 per class
• If taking three courses simultaneously = $7 per class

To calculate your total registration fee:

1. Calculate the total number of classes you are taking in all your courses simultaneously.
2. Multiply the total number of classes by the unit price (shown above)

The result is the registration fee (not including GST).

For Example:

If taking 2 courses with a total of 14 classes: 14 X $9 = $126 +GST
If taking 3 courses with a total of 24 classes: 24 X $7 = $168 +GST

* Courses must be taken simultaneously for discounted price to apply

Please contact our office with any questions at 604.682.2121

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Bursaries Offered for Fall Program!

Prana Yoga Teacher College is humbled to announce that we have three remaining bursaries to offer low-income individuals. For each applicant we are offering financial assistance of $1,400 off of the total program tuition (the total tuition for the Program would then be only $2,500 with the bursary). This incredible opportunity of gaining the 200hr yoga instructor certification is available to those who are able to submit an on-line application form along with an extensive bio and the required $100 application fee.

This bursary has been established to help change someone's life in a profoundly meaningful way. The individuals who will be presented with this bursary must demonstrate a genuine desire for the yogic lifestyle as well as explain how their financial hardship limits opportunities in life such as this program. It is very important to Prana to be conscious of the community in which it offers its programs, and to create space for those who desire to pursue teacher training for personal or practical use regardless of financial or circumstantial realities. Click here for more information and an online application.

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Guest Tantra Master Swami Vivekanada

We are happy to announce that Swami Vivekananda will be a guest teacher in our College this fall. Swami Vivekananda is the brilliant exponent of a unique and modern trend of thinking in Yoga. Educated as an electrical engineer, he is a passionate and dedicated teacher of the true, ancient lines of Indian and Tibetan Yoga, rapidly becoming lost in today's "spiritual marketplace." Although he does not deviate in spirit from the traditional teachings of ancient masters, he has found the resources to present spirituality not as something dogmatic and dead, but as a living science, based on common sense and joy.

Amazing and comprehensive workshops included in his teaching schedule are: Tantra 1, Tantra 2, the Art of Dying (including Bardol Rites), Parapsychology, and Metaphysics (with focus on meditation and esoteric teachings). Register for one or all of the courses and take the opportunity to discover this guest Yoga Master and his wonderful knowledge and insights. For a full biography and full course descriptions, click here.

If you interested please pre register at 604.676.8812 as space is limited

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Psych-K ~ Your life is a reflection of your beliefs
Instructor: Darryl Gurney

These beliefs - usually subconscious - are the cumulative effect of life-long "programming." As a result of past negative programming, we sometimes think and behave in self-defeating ways. PSYCH-K provides a user-friendly way to rewrite the "software" of your mind by changing beliefs that sabotage you into beliefs that support you... quickly and easily.

PSYCH-K helps you communicate directly with both the conscious and the subconscious minds, so you can change old beliefs that sabotage you into new positive ones that support you! This unique process is a blend of various tools for change, some contemporary and some ancient. Like many innovations in the world, PSYCH-K was the result of a "blinding flash of the obvious" generated by years of research and thousands of sessions with individuals and groups. PSYCH-K techniques are easy to learn and simple to use. Learn more here.

Find out more about Psych-K!
Free DVD showing - Introduction to Psych K

Sunday Sept. 9th, 7pm to 8:30 pm
Sunday Sept. 23rd, 7pm to 8:30 pm
(free, by reservation, call 604.676.8812)

Registration Required: 604.676.8812

Psych-K Workshop

Dates: (Inclusive)

• Oct. 2 (8:30 am - 5:00 pm)
• Oct. 3 (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)

Location: Prana Yoga & Zen Centre (1083 Cambie St.)
Regular Fee: $425 +gst
Early Bird Discounted Fee: $375 + gst (by Sept.18th)

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Street Heat Initiative ~ Providing Warmth for the Homeless

Vision:

By providing warmth to the homeless, our aim is to inspire a shift in our community from isolation to compassion; from judgment to understanding. Street Heat hopes that this shift in awareness will foster greater warmth and comfort in our community

Mission:

To come together as a community to spread warmth to people living on the streets of Vancouver, through the offering of clothing, blankets, shoes and rain gear.

About the Winter 2007 project:

With an estimated 3000 homeless person population in Vancouver, this fall Street Heat is collecting donations of warm winter gear. Research shows it is abundantly clear that Vancouver's street people need basic items to get through the winter season. Collection boxes will be placed in convenient locations throughout the community.

Street Heat is aligning with organizations that already strategically distribute these items to our homeless community.

Items that Street Heat will be collecting:

• Rain coats and sweaters
• Wool socks and shoes
• Glove, scarves and toques
• Wool blankets

How can you be involved as a business or as an individual?

• Help us raise awareness by:
• Spreading the word to friends, family & clients
• Place the Street Heat link on your website
• Hang a Street Heat poster up in a visible location
• Become a donation collection point
• Volunteer with the distribution locations

This project is currently supported by:

Prana Yoga & Zen Center
The Space Vancouver
Still Life Therapy

If you would like to help us "Turn isolation into compassion" Contact Community relations:
Wendy Eyton wendy@thespacevancouver.com
Ana Mackay anapaula_09@yahoo.com

Street Heat Supporting the Homeless ~ Covenant House

As one small seed nurtures the forest in which it grows, so does Prana extend its energy and support to the community in which it exists. Covenant House is an organization that supports youth who leave or are driven from their homes. In whatever area energy is needed, be it a bed, a meal, or emotional support; those who need it receive it at Covenant House. Prana is aware of the effort it takes to maintain such an organization, as well as the open need for its existence. There are many ways in which members of the community can help Prana support Covenant House:

• Clothing Donations (teenage wear) ~ Covenant House readily accepts clothing donations of all kinds, especially clothing appropriate for teenagers. You can donate clothing directly to CV by dropping it off at 575 Drake Street in Vancouver.
• Dollar for Dollar ~ For every dollar that you contribute to Covenant House, Prana will match it. That means if you give $20, a total of $40 will be donated to Covenant House through Prana, providing youth with food and basic sustenance supplies.
• Light the Path Ahead ~ Place a donation in the donation box at the reception desk in Prana and take home a candleholder and a candle. All donations will go to Covenant House, and you will possess a symbol of light; a reminder that through sharing and spreading love and hope in this world, the opportunity to experience lasting fulfillment is made more possible for everyone.

Click here for more information about Covenant House and ways you can help: (www.covenanthousebc.org)

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Long Weekend Labour Day

There is a long weekend upcoming in September and Prana has adjusted its class schedule accordingly. Please refer to the follow hours for the schedule at Prana from Friday, August 31st to Monday, September 3rd and enjoy the long weekend!

Friday August 31rd 7am and 9am
Saturday September 1st 8am and 10am
Sunday September 2nd Closed!!
Monday September 3rd Closed!!

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shakti teaching Sunday, September 9th @ 10am

Experience the energy and flow in a truly unique way by attending shakti's class at Prana Yoga Centre. Rather than exercise the body through the mind, she invites you to master the mind through the body.

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Teachers at Prana

Heather is back

Heather DeLong is back from her fantastic trip from Shanghai teaching yoga abroad. In her words:

As a student of yoga, I tried many different studios. I didn't know what I was looking for exactly - but I had a feeling it wasn't about putting my legs behind my head. The first time I went to Prana, I remember being so impressed by how sincere and supportive and skilled the teachers were. Practicing in this setting enabled me to truly relax and connect with a deeper quality of being - - in other words, it allowed me to experience yoga.

As a teacher, creating a safe, supportive environment is my priority. Students are encouraged to accept the limitations of their bodies and to practice with awareness and compassion in the moment, cultivating a lifelong practice and an understanding that moves beyond the mat.

Check the new schedule and watch for her courses.

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shakti's blog- A place to Connect with shakti to ask spiritual questions

Visit shakti's blog, a place to bring spiritual questions directly to a teacher, her insightful teachings touching her many students.

www.shaktimhi.com

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