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Anatomy of Hatha Yoga: A Manual for Students, Teachers, and Practitioners

admin — Fri, 21 May 2010 02:13:12 +0000


Anatomy of Hatha Yoga now revised and in full four color reproduction, remains the most authoritative source correlating the study of hatha yoga with anatomy and physiology. The hardcover sold over 100,000 copies and was a Benjamin Franklin winner for Health Wellness & Nutrition. It spent six years as a retail top 50 selling health hardcover backlist book.

Wai Lana’s Teacher’s Yoga Kit

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:07:38 +0000

Attention Schoolteachers! Introduce yoga to your students the fun and easy way with Wai Lana?s new and exciting Teacher?s Yoga Kit. Wai Lana helps you introduce young students to yoga in a way that engages, entertains, and delights children while simultaneously stretching and strengthening their bodies, sharpening their minds, and improving their balance and coordination. Kit contains: * 12 brightly colored, full-size yoga mats in an eye-catching Bin Box?a fun place for kids to store their mats (1/8"H x 24"W x 68"L) * A colorful, illustrated yoga instructional poster (36"W x 24"H) * An easy-to-follow guide that makes yoga simple and fun?for both teachers and kids * Invigorating video?shot at breathtaking locations (Running time: Approx. 50 min) * A personal letter to teachers from Wai Lana

Guiding Yoga’s Light: Lessons for Yoga Teachers

admin — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:25:08 +0000

Guiding Yoga's Light: Lessons for Yoga Teachers moves beyond the anatomical aspects of asanas to help instructors present the deeper concepts of yogic philosophy to their students and offer insight into the integration of yogic teachings into everyday life. Now in an updated, expanded edition, Guiding Yoga's Light presents 74 easy-to-follow, succinct lesson plans offering instruction in hatha yoga, including asana, pranayama, the yamas and niyamas, the chakras, creating mindfulness, and understanding emotions. The text also includes three new, teacher-requested chapters: Salutations in Motion, Lessons of the Heart Center, and Relaxation. For convenient reference, teachers and students can also refer to the vocabulary of Sanskrit pronunciations included in the glossary. Lesson plans progress from basic yogic concepts important for beginning students to more advanced material. Each lesson plan offers a written script for use in class. For beginning teachers, these scripts provide a helpful structure and set the stage for mindful yoga instruction. More advanced teachers may use these lessons and scripts as a creative departure point for expanding on the wellness effects of asana or focusing the day's practice. For ease of planning and organization, each lesson follows a six-part outline: The intention provides the focus for the day's yoga class. Approximate time offers the length of each lesson script to help yoga teachers manage class time. The lesson embodies the essence of the day's teaching, which is expanded on in the following three sections. Asanas for deepening illustrate and incoporate the lesson through body stretch, movement, and sensation. Practice off the mat helps students integrate the lesson into their daily lives by providing an assignment, a reminder, or a discussion topic. To end each lesson, wise words offer selected quotes, suggestions, or proverbs to remind students of the lesson as they engage in their practice outside the class. The text takes beginning students and teachers on a journey through the various aspects of yoga to understand the foundations of hatha practice. Beginning with basics of breathing, Guiding Yoga's Light progresses to the physical and spiritual philosophy of the asanas and salutations and ends with lessons to bring clarity, calmness, and relaxation into daily life. Guiding Yoga's Light: Lessons for Yoga Teachers interprets yoga's 5,000-year-old philosophy in an effort to inspire, delight, and empower yoga students to enrich their physical, emotional, and spiritual lives both on and off the mat. With each lesson, Guiding Yoga's Light demonstrates how the strength, balance, and stretching of the physical practice can inspire a healthy, complete, and joyous existence.

Namaste! Songs, Yoga & Meditations for Young Yogis, Children, & Families!

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:38:48 +0000

NAMASTE! Songs, Yoga & Meditations for Young Yogis! A DOUBLE-CD SET with 15-Page Booklet CD-1: A collection of songs & meditations for Young Yogis, filled with the inspiration of yoga, movement & meditation! (42 tracks!) CD-2: A recorded Yoga session for Children & Families to practice along with. 15-page Booklet: Includes song lyrics, parent/teacher notes, some photos, and ideas on the many ways to use these CD's. Some songs were created specifically for use in Yoga and Creative Movement classes for children & families. Other songs & pieces are meant to uplift ALL AGES towards being present everyday! More than just a collection of songs to listen to, it is designed to inspire and support awakening every day to the peace, beauty, light and well-being within each one of us. The word "Namaste!" means: "The light in me, greets the light in you!" It is our dream that the light of "Namaste!" in this CD be distributed around the country and even around the world. We hope to share the simple & profound gifts of yoga & creativity with children, families, yoga teachers, educators, counselors, health professionals and others. So that our communities, and indeed, our world, may become a brighter place. ************************** More about Christopher "Kavi" Carbone: Christopher "Kavi" Carbone, (M.A.) the creator and producer of the "NAMASTE! Programs for Young Yogis!", has been working as a musician, Yoga instructor, Storyteller, and wholistic health counselor for many years, known for his heartfelt messages and original style. He has trained extensively in all aspects of yoga, and has completed advanced level Certification in his training. Christopher's special interest lies in the connection between sound, music, movement and yoga, and how the integration of these elements can enrich the lives of individuals of all ages and abiliity levels. He completed his Master's degree through New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where he focused on utilizing the arts as a means of personal and group transformation. Christopher currently serves with his wife Katherine as Co-director of "Arts-in-Celebration" and "Present Moment Arts Center", providing experiences in yoga, music, movement and more for all ages. He has been called to bring his programs to schools, festivals, and community centers all over New York City and New England area, and around the country as well. Currently residing in Newport, RI, He also teaches on the faculty of Salve Regina University's Expressive Arts Institute, training professionals in the use of the arts as a transformative force in the world.

YogAnatomy Vol.1 an Introduction to Anatomy for Yoga Practitioners and Teachers

admin — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:19:21 +0000

Join David Keil, international instructor, for this information packed guide through your anatomy. David is known for his simplicity and emphasis on concepts and principles that lead one to appreciate the human body. This DVD is a must see for anyone serious about their practice or teaching. This first Volume begins the journey with the basics of anatomy and then evolves into deeper aspects and concepts of how our anatomy functions. This piece is thought provoking and insightful and will simply shift the way you think of your body, how it is put together and its function. Includes both lecture and Demonstration of concepts and principles. -How the body is put together - Discern where movement happens and doesn t happen - What connective tissue is and what role it plays in your yoga practice - How the priniciple of tensegrity applies to your body and practice - What scar tissue is and what to do when injury arises - What a muscle is (not necessarily what you think it is) - How a muscle functions in movement - Different types of muscular contractions and where they show up in your yoga practice - The relationship between muscles and connective tissue - How the nervous system relates to your yoga practice - How you bring patterns of movement onto your yoga mat - How the skeletal system functions and may play a role in your yoga practice - The foot and its arches - How the arches are formed, sutained, and impact your yoga practice - Practical suggestions for applying the anatomy of the foot to your practice - How the knee joint is put together including its major ligaments - How the knee functions and dysfunctions (common injuries) - Add the concept of Kinetic Chain to your vocabulary and understanding - Practical application of the concepts and movements to do lotus posture - Practical tips for working with a knee that is painful in the lotus posture - The structure and function of the hip joint - Major muscles surrounding the hip joint including piriformis and others - How the hamstrings and quadriceps function as two joint muscles - Demonstration of where and how tight hips play a role in knee dysfunction - Demonstration to show where movement does or doesn't hapen at the hip joint ....................................and much much more!

YogAnatomy Vol.2 an Introduction to Anatomy for Yoga Practitioners and Teachers

admin — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 22:32:06 +0000

With the same engaging manner he employs in his live workshops, the simple clarity of YogAnatomy vol.1, acclaimed yoga and anatomy instructor David Keil invites you to delve even deeper into your body in YogAnatomy vol. 2. A valuable tool for yoga practitioners of all levels, teachers, and anatomy enthusiasts, this second volume continues to develop a working vocabulary of anatomy terms, concepts, and simple principles, which will help even the uninitiated gain profound understanding of the human body, how it's put together, and how it functions and dysfunctions. In addition to the first volume, this DVD offers more information, organized more practically, than any other tool available on the market today. psoas --where the psoas is located and attaches --what function does the psoas perform --how the psoas is related to your yoga practice spine --what movements happen in the spine --where movement happens specifically in the spine --explanation of bulge, herniation, and ruptured disc --how the spine functions in back bending --what tissues restrict back bending and put force into the low back --how the femur, pelvis and spine function together shoulders and arms --anatomy of the shoulder joints --detailed description of the rotator cuff group of muscles --how to control our scapula in poses like up dog and down dog --comparison of the upper and lower limbs --breath and bandha ....................................and much much more!

Teaching Yoga: Exploring the Teacher-Student Relationship

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 01:24:01 +0000

In Teaching Yoga, Donna Farhi addresses the growing need within the Yoga community to establish professional standards of conduct and training for Yoga teachers. Drawing on decades of teaching experience, she explores with compassion and clarity the complex questions that lie at the heart of the teacher-student relationship: â�¢ As a Yoga teacher, how do you respond to the many roles you are called upon to play--health care adviser; personal confidante; spiritual mentor; physical therapist? â�¢ How can you create healthy boundaries for yourself and your students, and maintain a safe, supportive environment? â�¢ How do you deal with a difficult student or a question of ethics? Woven throughout Teaching Yoga are examples from Donna's personal experience that she calles "Ethical Inquiries." In the Teacher Workbook section, she presents additional Ethical Inquiries that are both practical and provocative, and invites you to discuss these issues with your friends and colleagues. This section alone makes the book ideal for teacher training! Incudes a bonus CD: "Holding a Heart in Our Hands," which is a keynote address Donna gave a Yoga Spirit 2002, a Yoga conference held in Lake George, New York. (74:20 minutes)

Anatomy of Hatha Yoga: A Manual for Students, Teachers, and Practitioners

admin — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:19:24 +0000

Anatomy of Hatha Yoga is the only modern authoritative source that correlates the study of hatha yoga with anatomy and physiology. Hatha yoga is comprised of stretching, strengthening and breathing exercises in upright, lying down and inverted postures. Yoga teachers and students, personal trainers, medical therapists, or anyone who is curious or troubled about how the body responds to stretching and exercise will find in this book a cornucopia -- partly new and partly old -- of readable and reliable information. It was written and edited to meet the needs of a general audience largely unschooled in the biomechanical sciences, and yet to attract and challenge the interests of the medical profession. This book features 230 black and white photographs and more than 120 diagrams and anatomical illustrations. Chapter 1 summarizes general principles of anatomy and physiology as applied to hatha yoga. Breathing is next in chapter 2 because yogic breathing expedites movement and posture. Breathing is followed by pelvic and abdominal exercises in chapter 3 because the pelvis and abdomen form the foundation of the body. Standing postures will then be covered in chapter 4 because these poses are so important for beginning students, and because they provide a preview of backbending, forward bending, and twisting postures, which are covered in detail in chapters 5, 6, and 7. The headstand and shoulderstand, including an introduction to cardiovascular function, are presented in chapters 8 and 9. Postures for relaxation and meditation are treated last in chapter 10. WINNER, 2002 Benjamin Franklin Award for Health Wellness, and Nutrition - Publishers Marketing Association.

Yoga Posture Adjustments and Assisting: An Insightful Guide for Yoga Teachers and Students

admin — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:28:07 +0000

This is the first comprehensive guide for yoga teachers and yoga students providing all the details on how to adjust or assist someone while they are performing a yoga posture. With yoga's recent worldwide popularity, this book is invaluable to millions who teach or practice yoga. The book goes beyond just the physical aspects of yoga - it deals honestly with some touchy matters that affect yoga teachers and students alike. The book's clear instructions and generous supply of photos make it easy for yoga teachers to learn how to adjust or assist their students. Yoga students can use this book to enhance their personal practice by working with a partner. Yoga Posture Adjustments and Assisting: An Insightful Guide for Yoga Teachers and Students demonstrates and explains adjusting techniques for over 65 postures and contains over 200 photos. You can learn: â�¢ How to adjust or assist someone who is performing a yoga posture â�¢ How to perform the yoga adjustments using effective body mechanics and leverage â�¢ Multiple variations for adjusting a posture â�¢ How to use yoga props â�¢ Verbal cues to help your yoga student or partner â�¢ Ways to accommodate different body types â�¢ How to safely take your students deeper into the yoga postures The book also features a thought provoking section on how to navigate the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of being a yoga teacher or yoga student. It candidly discusses topics such as: â�¢ Dealing with difficult emotions before, during, or after class â�¢ Coping with thoughts that can surface during yoga class or home practice â�¢ Managing expectations and judgments about ourselves, our teachers, and our students â�¢ Dealing with unusual situations in the classroom â�¢ Handling competitiveness, jealousy, nervousness The international yoga community will greatly benefit from this book.