200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
&
ANUSARA IMMERSION  AUTUMN 2010 

Join Focus Fitness for our 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training on the main line.  This is the ONLY Teacher Training in the area that includes an ANUSARA IMMERSION led by Michelle Synnestvedt, as part of the offerings (see below for specifics about the Anusara Immersion section of our training). For the first time, we are happy to welcome Robin Daniels to co-lead you on your spiritual journey in the second module of the training. Robin has been teaching for over 10 years and she has a gift for taking the complicated and making it simple and easy to understand. We are welcoming back Sarah Reilly and Allison Sobel, who will help with Robin to empower you to live and teach from your heart. Sarah has been teaching in our area for almost 8 years. There is a sweetness to Sarah that cannot be put into words. You simply have to experience her encouraging and life-affirming class to understand. Allison, the studio owner, challenges her students to live their dreams. She has done just that by creating this beautiful Kula--community--for all-of-the like-minded people to gather and practice towards one goal. Last but not least, as part of your philosophy credits, you will have the opportunity to study with Dr. Douglas Brooks one of the world’s leading scholars of Hindu Tantrism and the esoteric traditions of the Goddess.

Every training day will include a physical practice to help you immerse yourself in yoga! More specifically, you will learn how to assist students in the pose, the tradition and philosophy of yoga, varying forms of pranayamas (the art of breathing), and the anatomy of the body on the physical and subtle body levels. The subtle body includes everything from the emotions that you experience to your energy field--aura and chakras. We will integrate the offerings through chanting, contemplation and journal writing.  Robin and Sarah will share some tricks of the trade: The Art of Yoga Teaching; in other words, how to sequence a class, how to inspire your students and stay inspired yourself, and the business of yoga.

Included in the cost of the Immersion and Teacher Training!
**DOUGLAS BROOKS** hosted at Prasad Yoga
 Saturday, October 2nd - 12:30-4:30pm
Sunday, October 3rd - 10:30-1:30pm

Dr. Douglas Brooks is among the world’s leading scholars of Hindu Tantrism and the esoteric traditions of the Goddess. After receiving a Masters degree from Harvard Divinity School, he continued his studies in the history of religions, Sanskrit, and Indian studies going on to receive a Masters and Doctorate from Harvard University's Center for the Study of World Religions(read more)

Can't do the full teacher training? Join us for our Anusara Immersion...led by the BEST!

AUTUMN 2010 ~ ANUSARA IMMERSION Part 1 
Saturdays 12:00 -  5:30pm
Sundays 12:00 - 5:30pm

October 22-24th

November 19-21st
Want to delve deeper into your practice?

Focus Fitness of the Main Line is excited to have Michelle Synnestvedt return to teach the Anusara Immersion Part I, which is part of the Teacher Training curriculum. In this Immersion the students learn the foundation for all yoga poses by diving deeply into The Science and Technique of Anusara Yoga, The Foundation of a Pose, as well as Universal Principles of Alignment.  Michelle has been studying yoga for over 20 years and she weaves her high-spirited love for the art of yoga and healing into her teachings. In addition, to teaching you the foundation and principles to a pose Michelle will also teach you how to meditate and she will encourage you to create a sacred space in your own home to nourish your sacred space in your heart.

Please read more about her at www.prasadyoga.com.

The cost of the Part 1 Anusara Immersion is $700. Included in the cost is the Douglas Brooks Weekend at Prasad Yoga on Oct 1-3rd!   Payment plans are available.  SPACE IS LIMITED! 

 SPRING/SUMMER 2010 ~ ANUSARA IMMERSION Part 2 and 3
Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm -5:30pm

Part 2 :  April 10 & 11, May 1 & 2 and June 5 & 6
           Part 3:  July 10 & 11, August 7 & 8, September 11 & 12

Want to delve deeper into your practice?  Join Focus Fitness and continue your Anusara Immersion with  Parts 2 & 3. 

Part 2
We will build upon the foundations we have set in part one, and sharpen our focus going into deeper terrain including:-Tantric philosophy: The Tattvas from Kashmir Shaivism, -An overview of key sutras from Patanjali Yoga Sutras, a Tantric perspective on Patanjali, -Subtle body anatomy: The chakra system, -Universal Principles of Alignment, -The Art of Sequencing, -Pranayama-the breath, -Meditation and Contemplation, and -Anatomy.

PART 3 
It's time to tie it all together! Now we move into more subtle and cohesive work by bringing all we have learned into practice! We will cover:-The Bhagavad Gita, -The Rasas, -Universal Principles of Alignment in level 1 and some of level 2 syllabus,-Pranayama, -Meditation, -General principles for the major classes of poses, - Modifications and variations.

Michelle is a Certified Anusara Yoga Teacher and the Owner of Prasad Yoga.  Michelle has been a student of yoga for 20 years, found Anusara Yoga in 1998 and has been dedicated to it ever since.  Recently, Michelle has taken her teachings to a national level where she is known for her humor and her ability to condense intense amounts of information, offered in an accessible way.  Michelle is a therapeutic massage practioner for 14 years, specializing in injury rehabilitation.  She uses her deep understanding of Yogic scriptural studies, Anatomy Therapeutics and the subtle energetic language of the body to help clients connect back into a place of healing.

The cost for Part 2 & 3 Immersion is $1300.  Receive a 10% discount if paid in full by March 15th.  A $600 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space.  Payment plans are available.  SPACE IS LIMITED! Call the studio for more information 610.525.5515.

Focus Fitness Workshops & Special Offerings NEW! FALL 2010 Beginner Yoga 4 Week Series -  Tuesday Mornings or Thursday Evenings   This series of 4 classes are designed to introduce the new practioner to the basics of our Vinyasa (flow) series. You will receive individualized attention to proper alignment in order to gain flexibility, strength and balance. The focus of this series is exploring sequences of postures (asana sequences) that link breath with movement, such as sun salutations. Pre-registration required. Schedule This Series Online 4 Week Series - $60  Pre-Registration Required.  Payment in full prior to date.           INSTRUCTOR - Ellen Friedmann  Tues. Mornings 10:45-11:45am or Thurs. Evenings  7:15-8:15pm  4 Week Series Dates Tuesdays: September 14 - October 5 Thursdays: September 16 - October 7
NEW! FALL 2010 Kids Yoga 12 Week Series -Ages 9 & Up  Mondays 4:15-5:15pm
	This program is designed to work with the expanding minds and maturing bodies of this age group. Independent and cooperative activities are offered to stimulate the physical strength, self-esteem and emotional balance of adolescence. Classes integrate traditional yoga poses, flowing sequences, relaxation, and self-reflection. Participants will be exposed to more physically challenging yoga poses and flow sequences that challenge the unique needs of each individual. Group discussions and valuable peer activities create a positive atmosphere that supports self-confidence and body appreciation in a non-competitive environment. Relaxation and breathing exercises are used to promote overall balance and concentration, which can be applied to academic, athletic, and social situations. Yoga is also a great form of exercise for athletes, promoting flexibility and decreasing risk for injury.  PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Schedule This Series Online 12 Week Series - $160  Pre-Registration Required.  Payment in full prior to date. Instructor - Eliakim Warren Instructor - Eliakim Warren Mondays 4:15-5:15pm   FALL 2010 12 WEEK SERIES DATES September 13 - December 6 (no class 11/22)