Yoga Sutras + Pranayama Workshop w/Ashvarya Sinha

This 90-minute workshop will begin with Yoga Sutra study and delve into the concepts of Prakriti, Purusha, citta, and vritti. Taking a look into their impact on consciousness, life, and asana practice.

Yoga Sutra 1.34 is Pracchardana vidhāranabhyām vā prānasya (Stability of the mind is gained by exhaling and retaining the breath). We will discuss the four types of Pranayama, covering: breath awareness techniques, balancing, tranquilizing, and vitalizing pranayama. The workshop will include demonstrations and practice of these pranayama concepts, concluding with a short breath-based seated meditation.

Students new to the study of the Yoga Sutras or breath-work and students with years of study will appreciate and learn from this workshop. Students will be sitting during this workshop. Blankets, bolsters and folding chairs are available.

Sign up here for $40 (15% off for Members). Space is limited to 8 students.

Ashvarya Sinha is a yoga teacher, astrologer, reiki practitioner and healer whose offerings are rooted in the Yogic tradition of the east while immersed in the scientific knowledge of the West. Her classes and personal practice draw inspiration from various styles of yoga but are centred around breath, mindfulness, and humour. Owing to her background in Psychology and Performing arts, she is always exploring the mind-body-breath connection. Ashvarya believes in the philosophy of ‘listen to your body, pause and do what feels good.’ She fosters an environment where students experience the therapeutic benefits of yoga as well as guided meditation.