Sivaratri - Sivananda

Los Angeles CA
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Special EVENTS
Sivaratri
Ayurveda Programs WITH DR. KAMLESH
All Night Vigil
Lecture: Ayurveda and Nutrition
Known for over 5,000 years, the science of Ayurveda is
the oldest medical system in the world. $10
Friday, Jan. 25, 7:00–8:30pm
Tuesday, Feb. 5
Chanting starts at 9pm
Part of the
International Sivananda
Organization founded
by Hatha and Raja
Yoga Master Swami
Vishnudevananda
Ayurvedic Cooking Workshops
Drop-in Open Classes
Open Classes are 90 minutes—mixed levels—and include
breathing exercises, sun salutations, the 12 basic postures
with variations, and final relaxation.
No pre-registration is required. See schedule inside.
Practical Tips
Avoid eating for two hours before a Yoga class. Wear
loose, modest clothing. Cushions and mats are provided.
However, for hygenic purposes it is recommended that
you bring your own mat or towel. Please be on time.
Membership
Membership entitles you to a discount on all classes,
courses and workshops offered by SYVC, and is valid
at any other Sivananda Yoga Center worldwide.
S wam i V i shn u - d e vanan d a
“Health is wealth, peace of mind is happiness, Yoga shows the way!”
13325 Beach Avenue
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center
J AN - FEB - M AR 2 0 0 8
Donations and Prices
First Drop-in Yoga Class is free! (not offered for courses)
Our daily food is the best preventive and healing agent!
Single $30; full day $55; both days, all 4 sessions $110
Partner special: 10% discount when you book two people
at the same time
Saturday and Sunday, Jan 26 and 27
10:00am–1:00pm and 2:00–5:00pm
Private consultations available by appointment on
Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 28 and 29
Dances of Universal Peace
Come together for a timeless tradition of sacred dance, $10
Saturdays, Feb. 2 and March 8 from 4:30–6:00pm
Concert with Stephen Longfellow Fiske
Join acclaimed singer songwriter and peace campaigner for
a fun and inspirational evening. A vegetarian dinner will be
served afterwards. $15 donation
Saturday, Feb. 9, 8:00pm
Nupur Dance Academy
A performance with several dancers from this school for
Kathak and Folk Dance of India founded by Prachi Dixit. $15
Saturday, Feb. 23, 7:00pm
Annual Membership: $35
Single Open Class
ME M BE R S N O N - MEM B ER S
$10
$14
Over
35 years
in Los Angeles
$90
$99
$250
$425
Bhakti and Kirtan with Jyothi
This session will cover philosophy, meditation and explore
chanting as a way to Self Realization.
Workshop from 3:00–5:30pm
COURSES AND WORKSHOPS
teaching classical yoga for
health and peace of mind
www.sivananda.org/la
[email protected]
310-822-9642
5-session Course
12-hour Course
Special Workshop
$55
$91
$14
Please note: There is a no-refund policy.
Saturday, March 1
Hindu Deities: Their Symbolism and Relevance to Yoga
in Western Society with Manoj and Jyothi
Workshop from 1:00–2:30pm
Multiple-class passes available to members:
10-Class Pass
Monthly Unlimited Pass
3-Month Unlimited Pass
6-Month Unlimited Pass
Classical Programs with Dr. Manoj and Jyothi Chalam
$65
$110
$17
Classical Concert
Jyothi has been singing south Indian classical music
since the age of four. Her singing combines the essence
of bhakti with a high degree of technical nuances and
improvisations. A vegetarian dinner will be served afterwards. $15 donation
7:00pm
Timetable
Special EVENTS continued
First OPEN Class is free
Yoga of Recovery with Durga, Clinical Ayurveda Specialist
MonTues
6:00am
9:00am
10:30am
2:00pm
Satsang Satsang WedThurs
Satsang Satsang Satsang
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
Saturdays, January 12, February 2, and March 8
Advanced
All Levels
Come to a FREE introduction to Yoga, offered monthly.
1:00pmIntroduction to the center and to Yoga
2:00pm One-hour introductory Yoga class
3:15pmIntroduction to Meditation
4:00pm Snack; talk with teachers
All Levels
GentleGentleGentle
5:00
Beginners
5:00
5:30pm
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
7:00pm
All Levels
All Levels
Satsang
All Levels
Advanced
8:30pm
Meditation
Meditation
Meditation
healing modes: Yoga, Ayurveda, 12-Step Recovery, 8:00–9:00pm
Open House
Satsang Beginners
All Levels
Friday, March 14 Free Introductory Lecture - Combine powerful
FriSatSun
All Open House participants will receive a 15% discount
on courses or class passes purchased that day.
Satsang at 6:30
Meditation
Students arriving more than 20 minutes late will not be allowed into the class.
Swami Sivananda (1887–1963) was one of India’s
greatest Yoga Masters. As a prodigious author
he published more than 300 books, thus spreading all aspects of Yoga and philosophy in simple
yet profound words. In 1957, he sent Swami
Vishnudevananda to teach Yoga in the West.
Swami Vishnudevananda (1927–1993) is recognized worldwide as a leading authority on Hatha
and Raja Yoga. In 1959 he founded the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers, which
have trained more than 18,000 yoga teachers. His
best-selling books are The Complete Illustrated
Book of Yoga and Meditation and Mantras.
Karma yoga is the first step
in meditation.
CourseS
12 hours
Ongoing Bhagavad Gita Classes
Led by Vidya Chaitanya
Modern, relevant interpretation of an ancient scripture on
becoming a spiritual warrior. Use your regular class pass.
Fridays from 7:00–8:30pm
Whether you are new to Yoga or to the Sivananda Center,
this course will help you develop a basic yoga practice of
breathing, warm-ups, stretching, postures and relaxation.
You will also learn the purpose and benefits of the Yoga
practice.
Six Saturdays from 10:30am–12:30pm
Starting Jan. 5 and Feb 16
Twice a week for four weeks
Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30–7:00pm
Starting Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 3
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00–8:30pm
Starting Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 11
—SWAMI VISHNUDEVANANDA
Yoga 2
Positive Thinking 1
One-Hour Workshops with Vishnuprem
Members $10/Nonmembers $13
Jan. 13 - Surya Namaskar Workshop
Feb. 10 - Yoga for Back Care Workshop
March 2 - Headstand Workshop
Sundays from 2:30–3:30pm
5 sessions
As you think, so you become. Practice the yogic techniques of manipulating thoughts and gain mastery
over negative habits, while increasing self-esteem and
confidence. Develop a positive attitude toward life.
Mondays from 7:00–8:30pm, starting Jan. 7
12 hours
Building on the basics of Yoga 1 this course helps you
complete the practice of breathing and postures as well
as learn more advanced yoga theory.
Forming on demand.
Vedic Astrology/Jyotish with Komilla Sutton
Beginners Intensive, Members $40/Nonmembers $50
Saturday, March 29, 1:00–5:00pm
Komilla will be available for jyotish chart readings on Sunday,
March 30 from 10:00am. Contact the center for more information or to make an appointment.
WORKSHOPS
Yoga 1
Asanas at 10:30am followed by two-hour
sessions at noon, 2:30pm and 5:00pm
$65 for the day including asana class or $20 per session
Sunday, March 16 Asanas at 10:30am followed by two-hour
sessions at noon and 2:30pm (option of asana class at 5:00pm)
$50 for the day including one asana class or $20 per session
Consultations Monday and Tuesday, March 17 and 18.
Saturday, March 15
Introduction to Meditation
5 sessions
Theoretical explanation of meditation combined with
guided practice. Topics covered: why meditate?, how to
establish a meditation practice, developing concentration,
and use of mantras.
Mondays from 7:00–8:30pm, starting Feb. 11
Advanced Asana Classes with Vishnuprem
Use your regular class pass.
Jan. 13, Feb. 10, and Mar. 2
Sundays from 3:30–5:00pm
Chanting Workshops
Free of charge. All are welcome.
Jan. 19, Feb. 9 and 23, March 8
Saturdays from 4:00-6:00pm
Permaculture Workshop with Vidya Chaitanya
Learn practical ways of living that can lead to a more sustainable and healthy lifestyle.
Saturday, Feb. 16, 1:00–2:30pm
Alexander Technique Workshop with Celio da Silveira
Practical application of the Technique in your yoga practice.
Do less, avoid strain and discover more flexibility.
Sunday, Feb. 17, 1:00–2:30pm