The Healing Energy Power of Yoga Prana-Dharana Workshop Sunday January 24, 2010   1:00 - 3:00pm Harmony Yoga & Dance Join Shivaraj (Doug Greene) in an exploration into the ancient art of Yoga Energy Healing called Prana Dharana. Prana = Universal Intelligent Life Force Energy. Dharana = Concentration. Prana Dharana = Concentration of Life Force Energy. By concentrating your energy on a "limb", "organ" or "emotional disturbance" this technique can allow Prana to flow directly to it and enable healing to manifest according to the intelligence of this sacred energy. The Trishiki Brahmana Upanishad, an ancient text from the Vedic Period in India first mentioned this technique. Doug has invested much time into researching and practicing this ancient technique and has dedicated this unique workshop to you and your own healing. Meditation for Everyone Saturday, February 13, 2010   9:30 to 11 a.m. Bryan Memorial Town Hall (upstairs) Learn and practice techniques that open a pathway to your inner being and self-realization. Emphasis is on physical comfort and mental tranquility. Bring a pillow and loose clothing. Chairs provided if you cannot sit on the floor. No experience required. Meditation & Its Practice Sunday, February 28, 2010   1 to 3 p.m. Harmony Yoga & Dance, 30 Bridge Street, New Milford, CT Join me in the exploration and direct experience of Yoga Meditation. Learn and practice Meditation based on the age-old instructions as passed down from teacher to student over the centuries. Bring a soft cushion to sit on, loose clothing and an open mind as you discover your Inner Wisdom and Peace. No previous experience is necessary, as Meditation is a very natural process. Yoga Basics March 27th Learn (or re-learn) the foundational elements of Yoga: Postures, Breathing, and Self-Control through concentration and contemplation. This is a great way to establish your own home practice and to also be better prepared for Yoga Classes. All levels welcome! Location and Time: Woodbury Public Library     Saturday 2:30 to 4 p.m. (Sponsored by New Morning Natural Foods) The Healing Power of Yoga: Learn the Prana-Dharana Technique March 28th Prana is the Energy of the Universe... Here is your opportunity to tap in... Everyone has something that needs to be healed. For example, you may have a pulled hamstring muscle, or an emotional issue causing you distress. This workshop, back by popular demand, is designed to impart to you very ancient and specific guidelines and practices that will assist you in "directing the Life Force Energy" to your area of concern to initiate the healing process. Anyone can attend, but class size is limited to 25. You won't have to discuss your area of concern with anyone - just come, learn and practice. No prior experience with Yoga is required. Wear loose clothing and arrive with an open mind. Bring a soft cushion to sit on, and some water. Location and Time: Harmony Yoga & Dance, 30 Bridge Street, New Milford, CT          Sunday 1 to 3 p.m. Yoga Basics: A Home Practice Routine for You Sunday, May 16th   Learn and practice a Standing Yoga Flow, the Sun Salutation series and also a Solar Plexus and Shoulder series that you can take home with you and practice on your own. No experience required. All levels welcome! Location and Time: Harmony Yoga & Dance, 30 Bridge Street, New Milford, CT     Sunday 1 to 3 p.m. Back and Neck Care Basics Saturday, June 19th Learn the techniques perfected by the ancient Yogis to cure and prevent back and neck pain. This workshop is for anyone experiencing stiffness and pain anywhere in the back or neck. The Yogis of ancient India discovered how to employ gentle repetitive movements and breath to alleviate these discomforts. You can do the same, but first you need to come and learn the techniques. If you have serious back issues, please consult your Doctor before attending. Location and Time: Bryan Memorial Town Hall (upstairs)     Saturday 9:30 to 11 a.m. Everyone welcome! The 8 Essential Yoga Postures Sunday, July 11th Learn (or enhance what you already know) the basic 8 Essential Yoga Asanas (postures) to form the foundation for your own individual practice, or to boost your confidence when you attend your weekly Yoga classes! We will spend ample time on each posture so that you will come away "getting it". There will be plenty of time and guidance for you to ask questions and get the individual attention you want and need. All welcome- both beginners and more advanced students. No experience necessary! Location and Time: Washington Town Hall     Sunday 10am to Noon Yoga for Everyone Saturday, September 18th Learn Yoga Meditation for insight and inner peace! Location and Time: Washington Town Hall     Saturday 9:30 - 11 a.m. All Welcome! Price: $15 Mantras, Healing and Manifestation Saturday, October 16th Tap into your subconscious mind to create peace, harmony and prosperity in your life! Location and Time: Washington Town Hall     Saturday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. All Welcome! Price: $20 Meditation Garden Walk Saturday, October 30th (Rain Date: Sunday October 31st 1-5 p.m.) Join Doug as you enter his sacred Meditation Garden at his home in Washington, CT. You’ll learn “walking meditation” as taught to him by his teacher, Sudhir, in the enclosed Tibetan labyrinth. Tea will be served. Time: Stop by anytime between 1 - 5 p.m. Pranayama - Science of Breath Saturday, November 13th Learn how to regulate the breath to energize your body and invigorate & calm the mind. Location and Time: Washington Town Hall     Saturday 9:30 - 11 a.m. All Welcome! Price: $15 De-stress your Holidays with Yoga Saturday, December 11th Sponsored by New Morning Natural Foods, come and experience the Peace and Joy of the holidays with Doug as you move your body, breathe in fresh air and deepen your inner awareness and tranquility of mind. No experience necessary – all welcome! To Register, call Julie at New Morning (203) 263-0673. Location and Time: Woodbury Public Library     Saturday 2:30 to 4 p.m. Price: Free De-Stress your Holidays with Doug - at Yoga Space! Sunday, December 12th Give a gift to yourself! Learn to take a break, turn down the dials and just let go... especially in the midst of the busy holiday season. Location and Time: YogaSpace, 777 Federal Road, Brookfield     Sunday 1 - 3 p.m. Price: $30 Pre-Pay / $35 at Door Back and Neck Care Basics Saturday, January 22nd Learn the techniques perfected by the ancient Yogis to cure and prevent back and neck pain. This workshop is for anyone experiencing stiffness and pain anywhere in the back or neck. The Yogis of ancient India discovered how to employ gentle repetitive movements and breath to alleviate these discomforts. You can do the same, but first you need to come and learn the techniques. If you have serious back issues, please consult your Doctor before attending. Location and Time: Yoga Space, 777 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT     Saturday 1pm – 3pm All Welcome! Price: $25 pre-paid Drop-In Rate: $30 Tibetan Heart Yoga Saturday, July 16th Learn and practice the "Yoga of the Dalai Lamas", as taught to the Tibetans in the middle ages by the Yogis of India. This is a heart-based Yoga practice that, once learned, takes about 30 minutes. It involves opening the loving-kindness of the human heart, developing compassion toward others who are suffering, and living your Yoga all day, every day - not just on the mat in class. There is an emphasis on opening the flow of energy in and around the Heart Chakra by removing blocks and resistance. Highly recommended! Location and Time: Yoga Space, 777 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT Saturday, July 16th 1:00pm - 3:00pm All are Welcome, regardless of prior experience with Yoga Prana Dharana for Self-Healing Saturday, October 8th  1:00 - 3:00pm This ancient technique first appeared in the Upanishads, the sacred writings of Ancient India. Prana means "Universal intelligent life-force energy", and Dharana means "concentration". By learning to direct the Prana with your own concentration, you can send healing to any physical body part, any emotional/mental issue. We will learn this technique together, first by becoming totally relaxed using Yoga breathing and stretching, and then by focusing the mind using several specific Yogic techniques. Location and Time: Yoga Space, 777 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT Saturday, October 8th 1:00-3:00pm All welcome. No previous experience with Yoga necessary. Back and Neck Care Basics Saturday, October 15th  10:00 - 11:45am Learn the techniques perfected by the ancient Yogis to cure and prevent back and neck pain. This workshop is for anyone experiencing stiffness and pain anywhere in the back or neck. The Yogis of ancient India discovered how to employ gentle repetitive movements and breath to alleviate these discomforts. You can do the same, but first you need to come and learn the techniques. If you have serious back issues, please consult your Doctor before attending. Location and Time: Bryan Memorial Town Hall Saturday, October 15th 10:00-11:45am Yoga for Men November 12th, December 10th. YogaSpace Men: would you like to relieve back soreness or stiffness? How about improve your golf game/tennis game/overall athletic ability? Or maybe you’d like to sleep more deeply and have increased energy? Then believe it or not, yoga is for you! You will be led by veteran Kripalu yoga instructor, Doug Greene, in a practical yoga program that will develop your flexibility, improve your core strength, increase your range of motion and cultivate stress-reduction techniques. This class is appropriate for men of all fitness levels and will be tailored to your specific progress and needs. You will stretch; you will sweat; you will breathe. Come learn the secret of professional athletes: Real men do yoga!