Workshops
Workshop Info: see under 'Saturdays' under Class section for a full list of events!
Workshops/masterclasses are Euro: 22, unless otherwise stated! Check which venue they are at please.
For bookings contact Yoga Dublin Studios - 01 498 2284 or info@yogadublin.com or see our contact page...
Sinead O'Connor Workshops - Downtown Studio
Vinyasa flow yoga: Sinead shall begin with some basic pranayama (breathing techniques) to help connect the body and mind to ones inner energy and wisdom. Each workshop will be taught through continuous flowing movements known as ‘Vinyasa Yoga’. There will be an emphasis on the importance of combining breath and movement. The workshops will focus on building core stability using abdominal exercises to strengthen the pelvic girdle and spine. Sinead will present challenging standing sequence to warm up the body followed by detailed focus on either balancing poses, inversions, hip openers or back bends. She will be passing on her understanding of Anusara alignment techniques that she continues to study with Bridget Woods-Kramer.
Downtown: Saturdays, 17 May, 14 & 28 June. eu22. 11.00-13.00
Ranelagh: Sundays, TBA
To book: call Yoga Dublin or email, only use this number on the Friday or Saturday morning before/of workshop: 086 171 6131
Debbie Corradino workshops - Downtown
Hatha Yoga is a multi-layered experience--starting with the more dynanic forms of yoga asanas and moving towards more subtle forms of breath and energy work. Utilising both the external technique of asana and the internal techniques of pranayama and meditation allows us to go deeper: moving beyond muscular movement to experience the deeper subtle energies of our bodies. These workshops will focus on strong but slow asana work, and a introduction to meditation and breathwork.
10 May at Downtown to book: call Yoga Dublin or email, only use this number on the Friday or Saturday morning before/of workshop: 087 1221262
Sundays: 11 & 18 May, 15 & 29 June: 11-12.30am - Ranelagh
Active Birthing Workshop at Ranelagh
15.00-18.00, Lou Horgan for partners, eu100 per couple
Next: Saturday, 17 May, 2008
For those in last Trimester "Active birth is nothing new. It is simply a convienient way of describing normal labour and birth and the way that a woman behaves when she is following her own instincts and the physiological logic if her body" Janet Balaskas. Lou , a student of the Life Centre, London, is qualified Hatha Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga teacher. This forthcoming workshop will be exploring the the postures, breath and physiology of labour and birth. Lou will be drawing on knowlegde from her wonderful teachers, Uma Dismore Tuli (Life Centre,Birthlight) Judith Crowe (Active Birth), all the wise mothers, grandmothers, midwives she has met along the way, and finally from her own experience through her own home birth. Areas covered will include. Labour and Birth postures and breathing, active birth in hospital, the role of your partner, Interventions, the post natal period and more...
Somatic workshop with Dave Curtis
Saturday, 24 May - 11.00-13.00 Downtown eu22
Somatic movement for yoga practitioners This is a unique opportunity to explore the "experience within" through Somatic Movement Education. Some of you will have tasted the effects if you have been to my classes recently...if not below is a description of SME.
Somatic Movement Education (SME – In the Tradition of Thomas Hanna), also known as Hanna Somatics, is a system of neuromuscular education (mind-body training) which helps you to enjoy freedom from pain and more comfortable movement for the rest of your life.
SME teaches you to recognize, release, and reverse chronic pain patterns resulting from injury, stress, repetitive motion strain, or habituated postures.
SME particularly helps relieve pain and disability associated with common health complaints such as: headaches; stiff or painful joints and muscles; fatigue; poor posture; breathing problems; impaired movement; accident trauma and whiplash effects; back pain; repetitive use/stress injuries; etc.
Even if you don't have any issues in your body SME will enhance your overall awareness of the mind/body connection. It is excellent for releasing residual tension before and after Yoga practice and it helps refine your ability to be present in each posture while deepening the experience of it.
This is cutting edge science presented in practical form so you can take it home and own it yourself!
This worshop will combine Somatic awareness of all the functional movements of the body followed by a Restorative Asana practice. Restorative yoga is where props are use to support the body in the posture allowing the practitioner to completely surrender all tension. It's benefits include a quiet, calm mind and a relaxed emotional state.
Shadow yoga Workshop - Downtown
Sunday, 11 May, 10.30-12.30, eu25 Paula McGrath contact her to book
Anusara yoga workshops with Bridget Woods-Kramer at Ranelagh.
RANELAGH
*24 & 25 May 2008 and 6th & 7th December, 2008
Please note date change due to personal and training commitments!Yoga Dublin Studios are delighted to welcome Bridget back, she had tremendous reception on her third visit last December, so book early!
Anusara yoga
Anusara yoga is fast becoming one of the most popular
schools of hatha yoga in the world.
It is a uniquely integrated approach to Hatha yoga in which
the art of the human spirit is powerfully blended with the
science of bio-mechanics.
Anusara is a Sanskrit word which means flowing with
grace…going with the flow......following your heart......
Bridget began her yoga practices in India in 1975 and embarked on an intense program of study to become a senior teacher. She has concentrated on teaching since 1988 and her style of dynamic Yoga has developed from her time teaching and studying at Yoga Works in Santa Monica, considered to be the USA's most authentic and ground-breaking school.
Bridget is the main certified Anusara teacher in the UK. Having studied with John Friend the founder of the Anusara school of Yoga since 1994. Teacher Spotlight December 2007 Anusara Newsletter
A leading light in the fitness industry for more than two decades and credited with the introduction of the aerobics phenomenon in the UK, Bridget launched one of the UK's leading fitness facilities and Health Spas, The Fitness Centre and world renowned Sanctuary in Covent Garden.
Bridget has authored numerous articles and books and has a proven record for identifying coming trends. She is known for her dynamic style of teaching with close attention to alignment detail. She is very dedicated to her students and takes a personal interest in their progress. A strong personal practice enhances her ability to teach from experience.
Find out more about Bridget at Omshop
Find out more about Anusara or Wikipedia Entry on Anusara yoga
Bookings and payment in advance required to: Yoga Dublin Studios
Payment in full required to secure place before workshop
This weekend workshop will be a mixed level foundation weekend for those that want learn more about Anusara yoga. It will be composed of a variety of practices, in which students will learn to apply the Anusara biomechanical principles of alignment in their poses, and an introduction to the Tantric philosophy of Anusara and to the study of the alignment principles. There will also be time for pranayama and meditation.
Prices eu50 one/eu90 two/eu130 all three
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Formats Saturday: 09.30-12.30 - General levels 14.00-17.00 - Advanced levels Sun: 09.30-12.30 only - General |
Bridget Woods-Kramer | 24 & 25 May, 2008
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The 21 Day holistic Detox Program with Bridgette
1st Friday every month, at Ranelagh, three week programme, debriefing on the fourth Friday.
GET THE BODY AND ENERGY LEVELS THAT YOU HAVE ALWAYS DREAMED OF…
The 21 Day Detox is a safe and guided detoxification program designed to cleanse, rejuvenate and lose weight. It is the ideal opportunity to give up smoking.
This workshop will give you a new year and a new you!!!
“if someone doesn’t comment within 2 weeks on how great you are looking, then you’re cheating.”
The program includes:
- 1 dynamic pilates class per week.
- 1 dynamic yoga class per week.
- 1 session of auricular acupuncture specific to the detox programme per week.
- explanation of the 21 day Liver and Kidney cleansing diet, printouts and recipes for the alkaline diet.
also included:
Chinese herbs for metabolic regulation, energy and weight loss ( 2 types)
- Specific mix of aromatherapy oil for use in the bath or burner to keep uplifted and focused throughout the course
(a questions and answers session will be held at the start of each group ear acupuncture session. The Chinese herbs, oil and printouts will given out at the first session.)
A follow-up 3 week maintenance course will follow this course.
Workshop cost (all inclusive of classes, herbs, oil and printouts) €250
Details: Pick one Pilates and one Yoga, at either studio on a Monday or Wednesday night options are as follows:
Pilates: Downtown Mondays, 13.00 or 20.00 or Wednesdays, 13.00 or 20.45
Pilates Ranelagh: Mondays, 19.00 or Wednesdays, 17.50
Yoga Ranelagh: Mondays, 20.30 or Wednesdays, 17.50 or 20.30
Yoga Downtown: Wednesdays, 17.45 or 18.45
Put together a Monday, and Wednesday, yoga/pilates class, and the group auri-acupuncture is on Fridays at Ranelagh, 18.30
next = 6 June
Matthew Sweeney Mysore week/astanga workshops
30 May/31 May/1 June: Weekend Workshop with Matthew Sweeney
Saturday both classes FULL UP, Sunday 2 places left (08 May)
This weekend workshop is an informative and practical exploration of Ashtanga Yoga and Vinyasa Yoga. It will include traditional Ashtanga Yoga, therapeutic Vinyasa sequences and Yoga philosophy. It is a unique opportunity for both novice and advanced Yoga enthusiasts to practice under the tutelage of an international and advanced Yoga teacher.
Matthew delivers these workshops with enthusiasm and a fun-filled atmosphere to allow you to explore the joy of Yoga. The latest aspects of Matthew’s workshop series include flowing led practices and insightful guidance on various hints, tricks and techniques for some of the more intricate aspects of Asana practice. These sessions are useful for Yoga practitioners from any tradition and are not just aimed at traditional Ashtanga Yoga students.
30 May, Friday Evening • 2 hours * 18.30-20.30 eu22 Some places left (10 May)
Gentle Alternative Vinyasa Sequence (I)
Chandra Krama: The Moon Sequence
Beginning with a short introduction about the workshop and Vinyasa Yoga this class will commence with Moon Sequence. Feeling tired? Depleted? Injured? Or otherwise a bit low? This sequence is a gentle flowing Vinyasa form accessible for all levels. Although this sequence was originally intended for practice on the full moon, the new moon and during the menstrual cycle, it is appropriate at any time for women or men. This sequence emphasises the hips, groin, lower spine and abdominals, which will feel awake and alive after moving through the postures. It takes pressure off the neck, shoulders and wrists (common from the standard jumps in the Ashtanga series) and is useful as a regular alternative to the intense heat of the traditional Ashtanga. Whether old or young this sequence is great for any age. Some Yoga experience is recommended.
31 May, Saturday Morning • 3 hours 10am-1pm, eu45 FULL UP
Jumping Through and Jumping Back
This class will explore the methods and techniques necessary to implement greater ease and ability with jumping through and jumping back. This class will begin with a warm up based on the traditional series and then explore the jumps in Suryanamaskara followed by the jumps in and out of the sitting postures - both cross-legged and straight-legged. These useful techniques have been comprehensively developed over many years and are applicable for students of any level.
31 May, Saturday Afternoon • 2 hours 2.30-4.30pm, eu30 FULL UP
Vinyasa, Back Bending and Mula Bandha.
This class will begin with a short Vinyasa warm up. This will be followed by exploring variations of back bending and drop backs. Simple hands on exercises will be provided to increase awareness of the articulation of the lower spine, pelvic floor and psoas muscles. This session will also include some practical advice for understanding and applying the mula bandha, or root lock and will conclude with a group discussion on Yoga Philosophy.
1 June, Sunday Morning • 3 hours 10am-1pm, eu45 FULL UP!
The Complete Primary Series
Taught in a flowing and informative manner, this class will take the students through the Primary Series from start to finish. Students will be encouraged to attempt the postures to their own particular level of ability to avoid pain and injury and to maximize the sense of joy and ease that is possible in the traditional sequence. A discussion and answer session will conclude this class, with examination of some of the anatomical and physiological outlines of the Primary seated postures and individual body types. Some Ashtanga Yoga experience is necessary for this class, though students will be encouraged to omit any postures that are problematic.
1 June, Sunday Afternoon • 3 hours 2.30-4.30pm, eu30 FULL UP!
Headstand, Handstand, Pranayama and Meditation
This class will begin with a short warm up, followed by an exploration of headstand, the fore-arm balance and handstand. A combination of easy to follow techniques and a fun atmosphere of learning will infuse this session. This class will finish with the subtle aspects of Yoga including Pranayama (breathing exercises), Meditation and a final question and answer session.
Weekly Practice Sessions: Mysore Style Classes - Places remaining (10 May)
Monday, 2 June to Thursday, 5 June eu100 all four mornings, preference given to those booking or paying for all four. Matthew would like to get to know practitioners, and maximise his work & their potential, over the four days.
6.30am - 09.00 – limited to 14 students per session.
(Students must book for all Mysore sessions.)
If you are new to the traditional Ashtanga system give yourself the opportunity to begin a personal practice under the guidance of one on the world’s most renowned international Ashtanga teacher. Existing Ashtanga practitioners will also flourish under his encouraging and informed eye. Individual attention, adjustments and verbal guidance will be given to support each student and encourage them towards their full potential. Due to the limit of 14 students you will be guaranteed some personal attention.
Weekend packages: Both classes, Saturday/Sunday, eu70, all four classes Sat & Sun = eu135.
If someone would like to host Matthew, we can offer free classes for duration! Please email if interested..
Small print, there always is some..
Must be paid in full at time of booking to receive discount. First come, first reserved basis.Cancellation charge eu20, before 28 May. No refund unless replacement found after this time.
Kundalini yoga Workshop - Downtown
Sunday, 8 June. Opening The Heart..14.00-16.30, eu30 Amrit email or call 087 2858491
Anusara mid-week Workshops with Deb Neubauer (US Certified Anusara Teacher) at Ranelagh
Tuesday, 10 and Wednesday, 11 June, 2-5pm, eu35/60 for both
Stepping into the Current: Learning to trust the flow: Anusara ™ Classes with Deb Neubauer, Certified Anusara Instructor, E-RYT 500 with the National Yoga Alliance.
Deb Neubauer has been a long time student of John Friend, since 1993 and was one of the first teachers to be certified to teach and train other teachers in Anusara Yoga. She has studied yoga since 1985 and meditation since 1995 and has traveled to India 4 times for in-depth study. Her training includes 12 years of study in the Iyengar method and 12 years with her primary teacher, John Friend, the founder of Anusara. 
Deb is the Founder and Director of the Anahata Yoga Centers in Northampton and Easthampton, Massachusetts and was on teaching faculty at Smith College for 11 years. Since receiving her Anusara certificate in 2000, she has trained hundreds of students and prospective teachers in the Anusara method. Deb is known for her lively, dynamic and clear presentation of the principles of Anusara, and her commitment and dedication to the Yogic path. Her teaching is inspired by her years of being steeped in the traditional Yogic teachings and her conviction that every human heart is infused by Divine Essence.
Anusara ™ means flowing with grace. It is stepping into the current and learning to follow one’s own heart and true nature. It is learning how to participate in the endless cycles of giving and receiving, learning to be open to the full spectrum of our humanity and to receiving the gifts that grace bestows upon us. It is accepting the invitation to live an empowered life. Whether you practice Anusara Yoga or another form of Hatha yoga, Anusara has something to offer you: Tools for expanding and inspiring your vision, stimulating your mind, and releasing blockages in your physical body.
Tuesday June 10, 2008 2-5pm: Building the Radiant Body: The practice of Backbends & Inversions for all levels
Wednesday June 11, 2008 2-5pm: Opening to Grace: An afternoon seated and contemplative practice: Includes seated hip openers, forward bends, seated twists, meditation and pranayama
Yin and Yang Workshop with Dave Curtis
Blending the Yin/Yang of Yoga styles
Saturday, 9 August, 11am-1pm, eu22
This workshop will focus on complimenting the Yin (soft meditative) style with the Yang (hard/dynamic) style of Yoga creating a balance of harmony and integrity.
The Yin approach activates the Meridian (energy) system deep within the connective tissue through practice of floor postures (mainly hip openers and forward bends) held for extended periods.
The Yang approach stimulates strength and structural integrity within the practice of powerful, demanding standing and balance poses linked together with Ujjayi breath.
Each approach compliments the other by stimulating the entire mind/body experience. Finding the balance between the Yin and the Yang in our yoga practice helps us lead more balanced lives off the mat.
