Join us for a Weekend with Dr. Lori Brandt at the Shala of Pittsburgh Ashtanga Yoga. Lori is an avid Ashtanga practitioner, teacher and a licensed physical therapist. Her extensive knowledge of anatomy, deep understand of postures combined with tales from her own adventures and struggles with back bending and forward bending will help you find new insights and deepen your own practice!
Mysore w/Dr. Lori Brandt
"Mysore style" is traditionally practiced silently, with individual instruction, and is named after Mysore, India, where Ashtanga Yoga’s lineage originates. Anyone is welcome to come to this class, but it is recommended that you attended at least one Mysore class prior to this weekend. Students will work at their own pace, according to their individual needs, while Lori walks around the room providing hands on adjustments and verbal instruction as needed. Mysore style is a wonderful method to learn and practice yoga. It enables you to create a dedicated, daily practice that will take you infinitely deeper into the peace and calm that a quiet mind and strong body can provide. Sunday morning’s practice, Mother’s Day, will include a special dedication of love, appreciation and honor for all mothers.
Saturday, May 8, 2022 and Sunday, May 9, 2022 8:30am to 10:30am
Investment: $30 each session
Working up to Laghuvajrasana
The Ashtanga primary series opens the backline of the body and the hips, but what about the frontline of the body? This 90-minute workshop is exactly that! Dr. Lori Brandt will walk students through the intermediate series of Ashtanga yoga and give detailed insight on how to incorporate these postures into your daily practice. This workshop will help you find strength and elasticity in the frontline of the body. Lori will explore and build a healthy foundation for more demanding postures such as Laghuvajrasana and Kapotasana. Instructions on how the primary series can to help enhance the intermediate poses will be given as well as the importance of a strong backbend practice.
All levels of students are welcome!
Saturday, May 8, 2022 11am - 12:30pm
Investment: $45
Teacher Conference - Time to Ask Questions
After the Working up to Laghuvajrasana workshop, Lori will host a 30 minute teacher conference. Bring Lori questions about your personal practice, Ashtanga or other yoga related questions. This is an excellent opportunity to ask an expert in a non-classroom environment. Be prepared to listen and learn from your fellow classmates.
Saturday, May 8, 2022 12:30pm-1pm
Investment: FREE
Pranayama and Meditation
This 45-minute class will focus on pranayama, or controlled breathing exercises, that are suited for beginners to seasoned pranayama practitioners. Ujjayi, Anulom Vilom (alternating nostril breathing), Bhramari, and other controlled breath techniques will be utilized. In addition to pranayama, we will explore a guided meditation using the chakras, or energy centers of the body, while incorporating the breath. This class will be revitalizing and promote an atmosphere of introspection. Chairs, blankets and other props will be available for supportive sitting.
Sunday, May 8, 2022 10:30am - 11:15am
Investment: $20
Register for the WHOLE WEEKEND - $105 or $95 if purchased before April 30, 2022.
Participants may also purchase each workshop individually.
Become a Shala Member to take advantage of the deep discounts for this weekend workshop. Shala Members take this full workshop for $38.50! Find out more about membership here.