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Yoga - Kashi Atlanta


Kashi Atlanta
offers ongoing instruction in several styles of yoga. Levels vary from beginner to advanced. Classes also include pranayama and guided meditation, as well as a class devoted to Spiritual Growth & Meditation. A broad spectrum of practitione
rs is represented, and each is encouraged to grow in awareness as they progress.


New Student's Guide
Frequently asked questions.

Class Descriptions
Descriptions of our classes.

Class Schedule

Class schedules and pricing.

Upcoming Yoga Workshops
Upcoming workshops and events.

Meet the Instructors of Kashi Atlanta

Meet our teachers.

 

 

 Upcoming Events:    

Classical Yoga Teachers Training
with Swami Jaya Devi
Bhagavati, RYT 500
Become a certified yoga teacher! Our 200-hour course teaches you the authentic depth of classical yoga. Includes in-depth study of asanas, pranayama, meditation, spiritual development, yoga theory and history, anatomy and seva. Space is limited. READ MORE


Registration deadline: Friday, February 11, 2010
Course registration:
Thursday,
February 18, 2010
Course begins:
Friday,
February 19, 2010


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Ten Day Yoga Detox
with Swami Jaya Devi Bhagavati, RYT 500
Feel refreshed, lose weight, boost your immune system, and have more energy while you learn about how yoga and nutrition clean and balance the body’s systems. Join Swami Jaya Devi and get your body back on track with a Ten Day Yoga Detox. Full package includes: mini workshops, daily yoga class, special 10-day healing meditation, breathwork, nutrition, semi-fast, herbal liver and colon cleanses, massage, reiki, and more!
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Ten day program
January 29 - February 8, 2010


Workshops - Kashi Atlanta

Creating a Home Practice with Candika Kim Alford, RYT
Have you been taking yoga classes for a while now, and you wish you could find that feeling of peace and relaxation every day, not just once or twice a week? Do you find yourself not knowing where to start? This workshop will give you many ideas to start a satisfying home yoga practice. READ MORE
Saturday, January 16 from 2-5 pm - $40

Live Audio Darshan with Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati
Join Ma Jaya as she teaches from Kashi Ashram live via teleconference from Sebastian, Florida.
Saturday, January 16, February 6, March 6 at 6 pm - $15/donation

Introduction to Anusara-Inspired Yoga with Isvari Verre, RYT
Join Anusara-Inspired Yoga teacher Isvari Verre for this workshop/asana practice and gain insight into the Universal Principles of Alignment. What does it mean to open to Grace? What is muscular energy? What is organic energy? How can these concepts change your practice? This workshop is suitable for advanced and beginning practitioners alike. READ MORE
Sunday, January 17 from 2-4 pm - $14 drop-in, or use your class card

Reiki I with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
Join Rishi for an eight-week course that is the first certification of Traditional Usui Reiki. This class is the starting point for anyone new to Reiki and covers history, technique, chakras, and much more  An experiential journey through your own sacred Chakra landscape; participants are certified in Level One Reiki once complete. More details can be found at www.anaturalpath.org. Cost can be paid per class and does not include four books needed for class. A six student minimum is required. 
Eight-Week Course; Tuesdays 6-9 pm, starts January 19 - $200 ($50 per class)

Yoga Day USA
Join us for a special meditation as we celebrate Yoga Day USA!
Saturday, January 23 from 11:30-11:45 am - FREE

Free Introduction to Pranayama with Candika Kim Alford, RYT
Pranayama is the ancient yogic practice of mastering the breath. When you can control the breath, stress, pain, fear and even some disease can be transcended. READ MORE
Sunday, January 24 from 1-2:15 pm - FREE

Reiki Circle I with Rishi, Devaki, and Padmani
This is an eleven month Reiki Share series open to all Reiki Levels and types. In the first gathering of the year, each person is both client and practitioner. Prior experience and level in reiki is not necessary and this is a great way to get reconnected or practice if you feel you want it. Reiki Masters will be on hand to answer questions and provide guidance. Typically we start with a short meditation to gather our energies and then spend the next ninety minutes working on each other. We conclude with a short meditation and prayer.
Sunday, January 24 from 4-6 pm - FREE

Advanced Winter Detox with Swami Jaya Devi Bhagavati, RYT 500
If you have participated in at least two Kashi Atlanta Ten Day Yoga Detoxes, you can sign up for Kashi's Advanced Yoga Detox. The Advanced Yoga Detox, which lasts 14 days, begins with an evening workshop at 6:00 pm on Thursday January 28th and continues through Thursday February 11. It includes 14 days of yoga, advanced cleansing practices, and deep vata balancing techniques. We will send out an email detailing all the schedule and practices in the next few days.
January 28th - February 11 - $275; $180 (with monthly unlimited pass)

Ten Day Yoga Detox with Swami Jaya Devi Bhagavati, RYT 500
Feel refreshed, lose weight, boost your immune system, and have more energy as you learn about how yoga and nutrition clean and balance the body’s systems. READ MORE
Ten Day Program: January 29 - February 8, 2010

The Asana Mala: 108 Sun Salutations with Kali Ma Das Conway, RYT
Performing Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation as a group produces a dynamic flowing practice. Acknowledge and initiate the change of seasons and turn of the calendar wheel. Join Kali Ma Das and company in this ancient sun worship and classic vinyasa flow. Open to all levels, class cards welcome.
Sunday, January 31 from 10 am -12 pm - $14

Pranayama for Beginners Part I with Candika Kim Alford, RYT
In this workshop you’ll be introduced to a variety of breath practices that create a rich, authentic yoga practice. We will start with an asana practice to settle the body and then move into a discussion about pranayama, followed by practicing the techniques. Minimum 5 students required. READ MORE
Sunday, January 31 from 1-3 pm - $35

Mastering the Basics: Balancing Vata with Isvari Verre & Skanda Miraglia, RYTs
Join Senior Yoga Instructors Isvari and Skanda in this three-hour workshop that will teach you how to use your yoga practice to become more grounded and “Balance Vata” on and off the mat.
READ MORE
Sunday, February 7 from 1-4 pm - $35

Inversions, Arm Balances and Other Playful Poses with Isvari Verre, RYT
2010 is the year to make things happen. Do something new! When we challenge ourselves on the mat with these fun, playful poses and go out of our comfort zone, magical things begin to happen on and off the mat. READ MORE
Saturday, February 13 from 1-4 pm - $40 ($35 by Feb. 6; also for returning Inversions students)

Aromatherapy for the Chakras with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
Learn how to use aromatherapy to lift you mood, calm your nerves, and open your perceptions. In this workshop, attendees will be exposed to aromatherapy that will balance each chakra and practices to incorporate essentials oils into your personal life or Reiki practice. Fourteen essential oils will be covered in detail and how they relate to the seven chakras. 
Saturday, February 13 from 1-4 pm - $60 ($45 by Feb. 6; Minimum 6 students required.)

Yoga Boot Camp with Ganesh Giri Lee, RYT
Lose weight and build strength, stamina and flexibility with Ganesh Giri in this high-intensity series. This class will meet three times each week, using yoga postures and breathwork in an aerobically challenging, circuit training approach that will get you in shape fast! Progressive whole-body sequences will urge you along, keeping you challenged. Concentration, balance, and mental focus are sharpened as the exercises grow in complexity. For women and men, all levels. Space is limited.
8-Week series, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 6-7:30 am, Feb. 15- April 9. - $250

Chakra Meditation I with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
This experiential meditation and field trip is the first in a monthly series of seven that explores the Chakra system in different supporting locations. For Chakra One, we will be meeting at Stone Mountain to work on the various attributes and energies of the root chakra. Our meditation starts with a mindful walk up the mountain to engage our physical bodies and concludes with a guided meditation at the top.   
Sunday, February 21 from 9-11 am - $11

Yoga & Meditation for Addictions with Skanda Miraglia, RYT
Uncover and free and yourself from self-destructive and addictive patterns. Learn to use meditation, breathwork, postures, self inquiry and the depth of yoga to surrender more deeply to your higher Self. For those in recovery or those desiring to break old patterns. Minimum 5 students required.
6 Week Series, starts February 22 (skips 3/29); 7:30 - 9:30 pm
$150
($120 by February 12) $110 for members; $120 for repeating students.

Pranayama for Beginners Part II with Candika Kim Alford, RYT
In this workshop you’ll be introduced to a variety of breath practices that create a rich, authentic yoga practice. We will start with an asana practice to settle the body and then move into a discussion about pranayama, followed by practicing the techniques. Minimum 5 students required. READ MORE
Sunday, February 28 from 1-3 pm - $35

Introduction to Anusara-Inspired Yoga with Isvari Verre, RYT
Join Anusara-Inspired Yoga teacher Isvari Verre for this workshop/asana practice and gain insight into the Universal Principles of Alignment. What does it mean to open to Grace? What is muscular energy? What is organic energy? How can these concepts change your practice? This workshop is suitable for advanced and beginning practitioners alike. READ MORE
Saturday, February 28 from 2-4 pm - $14 drop-in, or use your class card

Reiki Circle II with Rishi, Devaki, and Padmani
This is an eleven month Reiki Share series open to all Reiki Levels and types. In the first gathering of the year, each person is both client and practitioner. Prior experience and level in reiki is not necessary and this is a great way to get reconnected or practice if you feel you want it. Reiki Masters will be on hand to answer questions and provide guidance. Typically we start with a short meditation to gather our energies and then spend the next ninety minutes working on each other. We conclude with a short meditation and prayer.
Saturday, February 28 from 4-6 pm - FREE

Wellness Clinic Fundraiser
Help yourself and our folks in need on the street at the same time by allowing Kashi Atlanta’s wellness practitioners to help you relax and bring you back into balance. All proceeds go to our Service Programs (Street Meals, Kids Art, and Prison Yoga) and help fund these programs. Sign up for your 10, 20, or 30 minute session of professional massage, reiki chakra therapy, and/or herbal consultation.
Sunday, February 28th from 12-4 pm - $1/minute; pre-registration is required.
Please contact Kashi Atlanta for scheduling

Spring Ayurveda Workshop with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
The Ayurveda Workshop for Spring will cover different lifestyles, practices, herbs, and other remedies for balancing the Kapha Dosha during its primary season, Spring. This workshop will cover the basics of Ayurveda, its history, application, and several different facets of Pancha Karma and Shamana. This workshop is for beginners and adepts alike. READ MORE

Saturday, March 13 from 1-4 pm - $40 ($35 by March 6. Minimum 6 students required.)

Bhagavan Das: Ecstatic Chant Concert and Workshop
Join world-reknowned kirtan master Bhagavan Das for this kirtan (ecstatic chant) concert and workshop exploring the yoga of sound. READ MORE
Concert: Friday, March 19 at 7:30 pm - $25 adv./$30 door
Workshop: Saturday, March 20 from 1-4 pm - $50 adv./$55 door

Chakra Meditation II with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
This experiential meditation and field trip is the second in a monthly series of seven that explores the Chakra system in different supporting locations. For Chakra Two, we will be meeting at Stone Mountain to work on the various attributes and energies of the second chakra. Our meditation starts with a short discussion of the attributes of the 2nd chakra and continues with a walking meditation near a body of water.
Sunday, March 21 from 9-11 am - $11

The Asana Mala: 108 Sun Salutations with Kali Ma Das Conway, RYT
Performing Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation as a group produces a dynamic flowing practice. Acknowledge and initiate the change of seasons and turn of the calendar wheel. Join Kali Ma Das and company in this ancient sun worship and classic vinyasa flow. Open to all levels, class cards welcome.
Sunday, March 21 from 10 am -12 pm - $14

Weekend Introduction to Anusara-Inspired Yoga with Isvari Verre, RYT
Experience the depth, empowerment and playful fun of Anusara yoga in a special 2- day workshop with Isvari Verre. Feel more connected and unfold with greater freedom in your poses as we move from the inside out with an open attitude, skillful alignment and balanced action. Open to all levels, the sessions are meant to complement each other for a deeper experience of practice. READ MORE
Weekend Workshop March 26-27
$40 per session; $108 for whole workshop
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(Early registration by Mar 13; $35 per session/$100 whole workshop.)

Yoga for Anxiety and Depression with Devaki, Priya Devi and Rama Devi
Anxiety and depression separate you from your body, your True Self, and Your Beloved. Explore techniques to reconnect with your innate nature and manage your anxiety and depression. READ MORE
Sunday, March 28 from 1-4:30 pm - $45 ($40 by March 20 or monthly unlimited customers)

Intermediate Pranayama Part I with Candika Kim Alford, RYT
This workshop is for intermediate practitioners of yoga and meditation. You will learn to expand the benefits of your yoga and meditation practice with the practice of more advanced pranayama techniques. Minimum 5 students required. READ MORE
Sunday, March 28 from 1-3 pm - $35

Reiki Circle III with Rishi, Devaki, and Padmani
This is an eleven month Reiki Share series open to all Reiki Levels and types. In the first gathering of the year, each person is both client and practitioner. Prior experience and level in reiki is not necessary and this is a great way to get reconnected or practice if you feel you want it. Reiki Masters will be on hand to answer questions and provide guidance. Typically we start with a short meditation to gather our energies and then spend the next ninety minutes working on each other. We conclude with a short meditation and prayer.
Sunday, March 28 from 4-6 pm - FREE

Reiki II with Michael Rishi Forrester, RYT
Join Rishi for an eight-week course that is the first certification of Traditional Usui Reiki. This class is the start point for anyone new to Reiki and covers history, technique, chakras, and much more  An experiential journey through your own sacred Chakra landscape; participants are certified in Level One Reiki once complete. More details can be found at www.anaturalpath.org. Cost can be paid per class and does not include four books needed for class. A six student minimum is required. 
Ten-Week Course; Tuesdays 6:30-9 pm, starts March 30 - $250 ($25 per class)

 

 

 




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