WELCOME TO CHAITANYA SCHOOL OF YOGA
We are a school of integral yoga adopting elements of various styles including Hatha, Kriya, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Tantra, Kundalini, Raja Bikram and Tibetan Yoga. Practices include body postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayamas ) body gestures (mudras and bandhas), meditation, concentration ( dharana, trataka ) and relaxation techniques, Yoga Nidra included. Our vision is that of Advaita Vedanta philosophy - The unity of the whole, and our teaching methods are based on traditional spiritual principles, explained in modern terms. We think that all that exists in the Universe is an emanation of the Supreme Consciousness - Chaitanya, which is revealed in all of us as Atman, the Supreme Self -our heart within heart - which is the source of our power, intuition and happiness. Read more "About us"
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING (YTT ) 2 MAY - 28 JUNE 2020
Are you ready to take your yoga practice to a deeper, more meaningful level or teach others about the wonderful benefits of classical yoga?
The YTT provides a fantastic opportunity to awaken or deepen your yoga practice, meet old and new friends, and to be a part of the global yoga community which is growing each day. The best part of all is learning that everything we need is already within us and how the practices can lead us into accessing our gifts and beauty from the inside out. The experience provides a great way to find long lasting happiness, peace and the ability to share the yogic lifestyle with others.
Our Teacher Training Course delivers a comprehensive, theoretical and practical hands on training program that includes Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, anatomy, Ayurveda, adjusting, sequencing, mantra chanting, meditation and other traditional and contemporary Yoga techniques.
This unique YTT will train the applicant in the following styles . Hatha , Kundalini , Kriya , Yin Yang , Tibetan Yoga , Tantra Yoga , Yin , Vinyasa and include a comprehensive study in Trataka, Vipasana, Zen and other meditation techniques.
Substantial emphasis is placed on analytic training on how to teach and practice these techniques as well as guided practice of the techniques. In conjunction, you will learn Patanjali’s Eight Limb yoga philosophy and how you can incorporate this into your own practice and day-to-day life. Daily chanting, meditation and pranayama provide spiritual structure and compliment the more physical practices of the curriculum.
The Curriculum takes you through the essential elements required to deepen and enrich your own yoga practice and to teach students with confidence. Our expert team of teachers will guide you from the fundamental stages to teaching with ease.
Over 200 hours you will become skilled in the following:
- Techniques and training methods of the practices, meditation included.
- Teaching methodology and Practicum
- Yoga anatomy and physiology, methods of healing.
- Yoga philosophy, lifestyle and ethics
- Yoga business management and marketing
This yoga immersion will transform you and your practice, instilling confidence and a deep understanding of the yoga styles that we offer at Chaitanya Yoga and give you all the skills you will need to start your own yoga career or just further develop your personal practice.
Your journey begins on the 2nd May 2020 Planned weekends are as follows
May June
2-3 6-7
9-10 13-14
16-17 20-21
23-24 27-28 GRADUATION
30-31
PRICE – R17500. Non refundable deposit payable on reservation R5500. Balance payable 7 days prior to START.
On reservation and by request we will email you a a small document for signature and a comprehensive breakdown of our 200 YTT .
We look forward to hearing from you soon. Call Laurence at 0836329434, for details, fill in the form on the contact page. See YTT testimonials
Are you ready to take your yoga practice to a deeper, more meaningful level or teach others about the wonderful benefits of classical yoga?
The YTT provides a fantastic opportunity to awaken or deepen your yoga practice, meet old and new friends, and to be a part of the global yoga community which is growing each day. The best part of all is learning that everything we need is already within us and how the practices can lead us into accessing our gifts and beauty from the inside out. The experience provides a great way to find long lasting happiness, peace and the ability to share the yogic lifestyle with others.
Our Teacher Training Course delivers a comprehensive, theoretical and practical hands on training program that includes Asanas, Pranayama, Kriyas, anatomy, Ayurveda, adjusting, sequencing, mantra chanting, meditation and other traditional and contemporary Yoga techniques.
This unique YTT will train the applicant in the following styles . Hatha , Kundalini , Kriya , Yin Yang , Tibetan Yoga , Tantra Yoga , Yin , Vinyasa and include a comprehensive study in Trataka, Vipasana, Zen and other meditation techniques.
Substantial emphasis is placed on analytic training on how to teach and practice these techniques as well as guided practice of the techniques. In conjunction, you will learn Patanjali’s Eight Limb yoga philosophy and how you can incorporate this into your own practice and day-to-day life. Daily chanting, meditation and pranayama provide spiritual structure and compliment the more physical practices of the curriculum.
The Curriculum takes you through the essential elements required to deepen and enrich your own yoga practice and to teach students with confidence. Our expert team of teachers will guide you from the fundamental stages to teaching with ease.
Over 200 hours you will become skilled in the following:
- Techniques and training methods of the practices, meditation included.
- Teaching methodology and Practicum
- Yoga anatomy and physiology, methods of healing.
- Yoga philosophy, lifestyle and ethics
- Yoga business management and marketing
This yoga immersion will transform you and your practice, instilling confidence and a deep understanding of the yoga styles that we offer at Chaitanya Yoga and give you all the skills you will need to start your own yoga career or just further develop your personal practice.
Your journey begins on the 2nd May 2020 Planned weekends are as follows
May June
2-3 6-7
9-10 13-14
16-17 20-21
23-24 27-28 GRADUATION
30-31
PRICE – R17500. Non refundable deposit payable on reservation R5500. Balance payable 7 days prior to START.
On reservation and by request we will email you a a small document for signature and a comprehensive breakdown of our 200 YTT .
We look forward to hearing from you soon. Call Laurence at 0836329434, for details, fill in the form on the contact page. See YTT testimonials
MEDITATION WORKSHOP - SATURDAY MARCH 7 2020, FROM 12 PM TO 2 PM
Meditation workshop is a brilliant place to learn how to meditate, as it offers vital basics on meditation, so enrolling in one is extremely beneficial if one wants to learn about meditation. Meditation can bring about amazing stress reducing benefits, hence it is important that you consider its use in everyday life. In our high pressured lives, stress reduction is of the utmost importance. In this meditation workshop, you will acquire knowledge on the basics of meditation. You will get information on how to practice personal meditation safely. It is an intensive course in meditation and is ideal for busy individuals who want all the basics and would then go away and reflect on what they have learned as well as practice it, bringing about all the benefits.
You will find after taking this meditation workshop, that you’ll became very calm and collected, which will be translated into better relationships with all those around you. Meditation improves your mental well being. You have a clearer mind as well as better concentration, so the vast wealth of benefits meditation brings is unbelievable. To tap into this vast mine of potential, one has to take that first step and the easiest route is through this meditation workshop.
PRICE - R350 pp BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL
DATES – 7 March 2020 12 till 2 pm
PLACE – Chaitanya School of Yoga
C101 Sandown Square, Sandown Road - Parklands
ALL REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT MUST BE MADE BEFORE 6 MARCH VIA EFT OR DIRECT BANK DEPOSIT ( DETAILS ON REQUEST)
REGISTER HERE and/or call Laurence 083 632 9434 for more details
PRANAYAMA (THERAPEUTIC BREATH WORK) WORKSHOP - 4 APRIL 2020 FROM 12 - 3 PM
Prana means ‘life force’ and yama means to ‘restrain’ for the purpose of cultivation.
Pranayama is a method used to manipulate the life force in your body. With concentrated practice you will be able to absorb more prana for mental clarity and physical vitality. Our prana travels with the breath - they are not the same thing; rather the breath is the chariot for our energy. It is the force that animates the body and brings it to life!
This workshop is about learning and practicing pranayama techniques to heal, revitalize and recharge both body and mind. Learn about the anatomy of the breath both physical and energetic, exercises for various ailments and to prepare for meditation.
WHAT DOES THIS WORKSHOP DO FOR YOU?
This workshop will provide you with:
Greater Oxygen Uptake; The practice of Pranayama will slowly make the muscles you use to breath stronger and more malleable. This translates to a bigger breath where you will be able to deliver more oxygen to your body with each and every inhalation. If you are an athlete your will have more power and endurance if you can increase your oxygen uptake and your overall performance will noticeably improve.
Detoxifies the Body; These days many of us are interested in detoxing. Our environment, food and water supply has been seriously compromised and cleaning our bodies or excess toxic build up is important for longevity. Every breath you take detoxes the body! If you can build the capacity to take breaths that are longer, slower and more full there will be a greater exchange of gases with each breath.
Balance the Autonomic Nervous System; Stress stimulates the sympathetic nervous system (our flight, fight and freeze response). When the sympathetic nervous system is dominant our digestion is compromised, our heart is taxed, sugar levels spike and if these circumstances persist we are putting ourselves at risk of potentially debilitating diseases and conditions. High blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, acid reflux, constipation, cold hands and cold feet, irritable bowl syndrome and a host of other autonomic nervous system problems can be eradicated just by learning simple, easy to practice pranayama techniques that are FREE, can be practised by anyone, anywhere and who's only side effects is a calm and relaxed body and mind.
Heals Past Traumas; Whether you work as a healer or you have your own history of trauma that you would like to integrate into your life in a way that makes sense and sets you free to experience the joy of you today the practice of pranayama will help you to inhabit your body in a way that is loving, connected and whole. The disassociation with the body that is associated with trauma can be bridged with the breath. After all - it is the breath that connects mind and body! No breath, no connection. By working with the breath we can recalibrate the relationship between mind and body. We can learn to live in the present moment and set ourselves free from memories and feelings of the past.
Vitality; Prana is absorbed into your energetic body with each and every breath you take! If you want to feel alive, strong, vibrant and attentive then add pranayama to your daily routine. Remember age is just a number! It is how we feel that determines our outlook and productivity as we get older. Keep that life force flowing with a daily pranayama practice and feel young no matter what stage of your life you are in!
Where – Chaitanya School of Yoga
Unit C101 Sandown Square , Sandown Road , Parklands
When - 4 April 2020
Time - 12 pm to 3 pm
Price - R350 pp
Booking essential , limited space available
Contact Laurence 0836329434 or email chaitanya.yoga1@gmail.com
Prana means ‘life force’ and yama means to ‘restrain’ for the purpose of cultivation.
Pranayama is a method used to manipulate the life force in your body. With concentrated practice you will be able to absorb more prana for mental clarity and physical vitality. Our prana travels with the breath - they are not the same thing; rather the breath is the chariot for our energy. It is the force that animates the body and brings it to life!
This workshop is about learning and practicing pranayama techniques to heal, revitalize and recharge both body and mind. Learn about the anatomy of the breath both physical and energetic, exercises for various ailments and to prepare for meditation.
WHAT DOES THIS WORKSHOP DO FOR YOU?
This workshop will provide you with:
Greater Oxygen Uptake; The practice of Pranayama will slowly make the muscles you use to breath stronger and more malleable. This translates to a bigger breath where you will be able to deliver more oxygen to your body with each and every inhalation. If you are an athlete your will have more power and endurance if you can increase your oxygen uptake and your overall performance will noticeably improve.
Detoxifies the Body; These days many of us are interested in detoxing. Our environment, food and water supply has been seriously compromised and cleaning our bodies or excess toxic build up is important for longevity. Every breath you take detoxes the body! If you can build the capacity to take breaths that are longer, slower and more full there will be a greater exchange of gases with each breath.
Balance the Autonomic Nervous System; Stress stimulates the sympathetic nervous system (our flight, fight and freeze response). When the sympathetic nervous system is dominant our digestion is compromised, our heart is taxed, sugar levels spike and if these circumstances persist we are putting ourselves at risk of potentially debilitating diseases and conditions. High blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, acid reflux, constipation, cold hands and cold feet, irritable bowl syndrome and a host of other autonomic nervous system problems can be eradicated just by learning simple, easy to practice pranayama techniques that are FREE, can be practised by anyone, anywhere and who's only side effects is a calm and relaxed body and mind.
Heals Past Traumas; Whether you work as a healer or you have your own history of trauma that you would like to integrate into your life in a way that makes sense and sets you free to experience the joy of you today the practice of pranayama will help you to inhabit your body in a way that is loving, connected and whole. The disassociation with the body that is associated with trauma can be bridged with the breath. After all - it is the breath that connects mind and body! No breath, no connection. By working with the breath we can recalibrate the relationship between mind and body. We can learn to live in the present moment and set ourselves free from memories and feelings of the past.
Vitality; Prana is absorbed into your energetic body with each and every breath you take! If you want to feel alive, strong, vibrant and attentive then add pranayama to your daily routine. Remember age is just a number! It is how we feel that determines our outlook and productivity as we get older. Keep that life force flowing with a daily pranayama practice and feel young no matter what stage of your life you are in!
Where – Chaitanya School of Yoga
Unit C101 Sandown Square , Sandown Road , Parklands
When - 4 April 2020
Time - 12 pm to 3 pm
Price - R350 pp
Booking essential , limited space available
Contact Laurence 0836329434 or email chaitanya.yoga1@gmail.com
1 ON 1 YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Have you ever wanted to become a yoga teacher but the days and times of advertised courses weren't suitable ? Or maybe you just wanted a slower paced schedule that allows you to be more flexible ?
Our one on one YTT follows the exact same syllabus as our group YTT and due to the planning schedule finishes can 2-3 weeks earlier. So if you are now ready to deepen your practice or to fulfill your dreams of becoming a global yoga teacher then contact Laurence 0836329434 or email chaitanya.yoga1@gmail.com for more info.
Have you ever wanted to become a yoga teacher but the days and times of advertised courses weren't suitable ? Or maybe you just wanted a slower paced schedule that allows you to be more flexible ?
Our one on one YTT follows the exact same syllabus as our group YTT and due to the planning schedule finishes can 2-3 weeks earlier. So if you are now ready to deepen your practice or to fulfill your dreams of becoming a global yoga teacher then contact Laurence 0836329434 or email chaitanya.yoga1@gmail.com for more info.
CORPORATE YOGA - YOGA AT YOUR OFFICE
With more than 20 years experience in yoga science, we can teach and train your executives, directors, creative and decision making members of your office how to cope with stressful situations while remaining creative, focused, with a clearer logic, emotional balanced and healthy. A healthy and creative, logical person will bring about greater benefits and productivity to your company. To read more click here
With more than 20 years experience in yoga science, we can teach and train your executives, directors, creative and decision making members of your office how to cope with stressful situations while remaining creative, focused, with a clearer logic, emotional balanced and healthy. A healthy and creative, logical person will bring about greater benefits and productivity to your company. To read more click here
YOGA ONE ON ONE, FOR PRIVATE AND BUSY PEOPLE
If you are busy or if simply like privacy, we offer Private Yoga classes in the comfort of your own home. If however, you want to be at our studio privately we offer one on one yoga and meditation sessions, tailored special for your needs, be it of health fitness or spiritual nature. To discuss any of these options please go to contact page
If you are busy or if simply like privacy, we offer Private Yoga classes in the comfort of your own home. If however, you want to be at our studio privately we offer one on one yoga and meditation sessions, tailored special for your needs, be it of health fitness or spiritual nature. To discuss any of these options please go to contact page
HEALTH BENEFITS OF YOGA PRACTICE
Excellent toning of the muscles – Muscles that have become flaccid, weak are stimulated to tone, shed excess flab and flaccidity. But these enormous physical benefits are just a “side effect” of this powerful practice. What yoga does is harmonize the mind with the body and this results in real quantum benefits. It is now an open secret that the will of the mind has enabled people to achieve extraordinary physical feats,proving beyond doubt the mind and body connection.Improved memory, concentration, balance of mind, reduced stress - Yoga through meditation works remarkably to achieve this harmony and helps the mind work in sync with the body.read more
DESCRIPTION OF DIFFERENT YOGA CLASS TYPES
Hatha Yoga - Traditional long holds .
Kundalini Yoga - Active Yoga with lots of breath work
Vinyasa - Flowing style of Yoga
Yin Yoga - Focused at the mid body , joints , lower back and hips , the deepest of stretches.
Yin Yang Yoga - A mix of strong and passive.
The Dragon Dance - Vinyasa mixed with elements of Thai Chi and Kung fu .
Sri Sri Yoga - Classic Hatha style. Tibetan Yoga - Anti aging , Active yoga
Restorative Yoga - Gentle , passive , deep stretching and rejuvenating.
Meditation - Vipasana , Trataka , Mantra yoga, Zen.
Kundalini Yoga - Active Yoga with lots of breath work
Vinyasa - Flowing style of Yoga
Yin Yoga - Focused at the mid body , joints , lower back and hips , the deepest of stretches.
Yin Yang Yoga - A mix of strong and passive.
The Dragon Dance - Vinyasa mixed with elements of Thai Chi and Kung fu .
Sri Sri Yoga - Classic Hatha style. Tibetan Yoga - Anti aging , Active yoga
Restorative Yoga - Gentle , passive , deep stretching and rejuvenating.
Meditation - Vipasana , Trataka , Mantra yoga, Zen.
Chaitanya School of Yoga & Meditation - Unit C101 , Sandown Square , Sandown Road , Parklands , Cape Town
School of Integral Yoga and Meditation. Practices includes Meditation and traditional Hatha, Kriya and Tantra Kundalini - Hindu and Tibetan, Mantra and Yantra yoga, as well as the modern styles Ashtanga / Vinyasa and Yin /Yang yoga.
School of Integral Yoga and Meditation. Practices includes Meditation and traditional Hatha, Kriya and Tantra Kundalini - Hindu and Tibetan, Mantra and Yantra yoga, as well as the modern styles Ashtanga / Vinyasa and Yin /Yang yoga.
