Yoga Beyond the Mat
5 online classes to cultivate deeper peace & self-inquiry,
through practical application of “on and off the mat” yogic practices & philosophy
“Yoga is an ancient system of philosophy, lifestyle and techniques, that evolves the whole person; the physical, the vitality, the mind and emotions, wisdom, ethics and a higher quality of relationships and the realization of the spiritual reality in each of us.” – Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati
- Are you new to yoga or already practicing yoga?
- Are you curious to learn more about the history, purpose and forms of yoga, beyond asanas/poses?
- Do you have peaceful yoga or meditation sessions and wonder how to bring that state of being into daily life, work, study, relationships, etc.?
- Do you want to practically integrate and apply the teachings of yoga into daily life to cultivate deeper peace & self-inquiry?
Course Outcomes:
In this course you will have the opportunity to:
- Expand your understanding of the history, purpose and forms of yoga
- Learn “on and off the mat” practices to cultivate deeper peace, focus and self-inquiry in daily life
- Identify which forms of yoga resonate most with you
- Nourish your inner and outer environment, through your state of being
What past participants have said:
“I looked forward to the warm and welcoming atmosphere Marina cultivated each week. Marina took the time to address everyone’s questions and provided space for us to share our experiences, which allowed us to learn from not only Marina but also from our peers. Since taking the class, I’ve had a chance to explore other paths of yoga that aren’t typically discussed in the average yoga class. Inspired by the Jnana yoga path we explored, I’m currently diving deeper into “knowledge yoga” with a class on Psychology and Buddhism. Thanks, Marina, for sharing your experiences and love of yoga!” Lauren
“I must say I am very impressed with the breadth of knowledge Marina brings to the topic and the effortless way she leads us through. I would recommend this course for anyone who wants to broaden their understanding of the different yoga streams or who are simply looking to hit ‘reset’ and start on a new path in their life. Marina’s wonderful energy sets the tone for a safe space where people can feel empowered to explore and share.” – Tammy
Course Outline:
This course focuses on the 4 paths of yoga: meditation & the Eightfold Path, knowledge, devotion, and service, as laid out in the sacred text The Bhagavad Gita.
Each week, you will:
- learn some spiritual philosophy & context for each path, to broaden your perspective
- do a guided practice based on the topic, to apply what you learn and
- learn ways to practically apply the path to create change in your daily life.
This course is suitable both for people who are new to yoga, and those who have prior experience.
Week 1: Yoga 101
- Lesson: Overview of the history, purpose and forms of yoga
- Guided yoga asana & breathing practice
Week 2: Meditation
- Lesson: The path of meditation & the Eightfold Path
- Guided practice
- Application to daily life
Week 3: Knowledge
- Lesson: The path of knowledge
- Guided practice
- Application to daily life
Week 4: Devotion
- Lesson: The path of devotion
- Guided practice
- Application to daily life
Week 5: Service
- Lesson: The path of service
- Guided practice
- Application to daily life
Course Schedule
Not offered this semester
Questions? Email us at extension@concordia.ab.ca