Welcome to Triad Yoga Institute

Workshop with Bryan Legere - March 12th - 24th
Bryan Legere returns to TYI for a workshop, March 12th - 14th. He will be adding to the Mother Sequence which he introduced on his last visit with us, and will work with the Yoga Wall as an aid to deepen our understanding of some of the postures within a classical asana sequence.

The Mother Sequence was developed by Aadil Palkhivala's brother Jehangir. The purpose of the sequence is to bring the whole of one's being into the asana practice and to leave one with a deep sense of peace and joy. The Prasarita Sequence is an off-spring of the Mother Sequence. There are seven different ssequences, each with its own unique energy and gifts to share. We will learn the sequence in the first session and emphasize how to practice it the second session.

In the Asana Workshops with Yoga Wall assist, we will be working with the Yoga Wall. More than a "how o use the Yoga Wall" workshop, experience and learn how to integrate the Yoga Wall within an asana class setting. The workshop classes address three areas: hip opening practices, backbends, and forward bends and twists.

Workshop cost $250.00 or $225.00 by February 19th - Spring Garden Studio. Individual class pricing is available at Workshops.

Peak Energy Lecture - Saturday, March 20th
Dr. Jessie Richardson, Doctor of Chiropractic at Williams Chiropractic and Decompression Center, will lead this lecture on Peak Energy on Saturday, March 20th, 1:00PM - 2:00PM. This will be a free lecture.

The goals of the lecture are:
-How to increase your energy by up to 40%
-How to increase your productivity by up to 40%
-How to reduce stress in your life by 50%
-How to help your body function on a peak level
-How to strengthen your structure
-How to increase your coordination and safety
-How to increase mental clarity by up to 33%

Registration is free and your space is reserved by calling Triad Yoga at 336.275.6622

The Mindful Journey - A Workshop of Mindfulness Meditation - Saturday, April 10th
Dr. Jonathan Ravarino, a licensed psychologist, will lead this worshop on mindfulness meditation on Saturday, April 10th, from 2:00PM - 4:00PM, Spring Garden.

Mindfulness meditation is the practice of "awakening" to the present moment with a sense of calm and acceptance. Participants of this workshop will learn how to practice mindfulness meditation in their daily life, which will include instruction on mindful sitting, walking, and eating. Participants will also learn how mindfulness meditation is a tool for managing strong emotions (i.e. sadness, anger) and unhealthy thinking patterns (i.e. criticism, worries). This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in meditation and will include a combination of didactic information, discussion, and practice.

Dr. Jonathan Ravarino is a licensed psychologist with nearly 10-years of experience practicing mindfulness meditation. Dr. Ravarino has attended multiple 10-day vipassana (insight meditation) retreats and has facilitated mindfulness meditation workshops at Duke University as well as yoga studios in Greensboro (Mind/Body/Fitness Yoga & Family Yoga). Information about Dr. Ravarino's therapy practice is available at www.themindfuljourneypllc.com

Workshop cost is $25.00 - register by phone 801.918.5275, or email JR@themindfuljourneypllc.com.

Therapeutic Workshop with Terry Brown, CPYI, E-RYT500, PTA - April 16th - 18th
These workshop classes are essential for students wishing to learn more about how to use the tools of yoga to help with healing and health, and for teachers of yoga to help learn how to customize yoga poses, breathing techniques, sequences, and restorative practices for specific students with specific challenges.

The workshop topics are:

Friday, April 16th - 6:00PM - 8:00PM - Happy Healthy Hamstrings
Saturday, April 17th - 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Yoga For A Healthy Heart
Saturday, April 17th - 1:30PM - 4:30PM - Yoga For Headaches
Sunday, April 18th - 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Yoga For High Blood Pressure

Full Workshop $150.00, or $130.00 by April 6th, Spring Garden. Please see Workshops for complete class descriptions and registration information.

Schedule of Classes
The Winter Schedule of classes started on January 4th and is reflected on the "Classes/Schedule" page.

Students may begin classes anytime.

Visiting Yogis are welcome to "Drop-In" when in the neighborhood. The cost per Drop-In class is $12.00.

Community Class - A Free Class for the Citizens of our Community
TYI offers a monthly class to members of the community, free of charge, as an offering of gratitude. This class is a way of saying "Thank you" for the support you have given us for the past 8 years. The class is held on the second Sunday of the month, 1:00PM, Spring Garden Studio. Registration is not necessary to participate in this class. Just show up and join us! The class schedule is:

Sunday, March 14th - 1:00PM
Sunday, April 11th - 1:00PM
Sunday, May 9th - 1:00PM

Looking Ahead - Future Workshops at TYI
2010 Dates:

March 12th - 14th - Bryan Legere - Please note that this workshop has had a schedule change.

June 9th - 14th - 5 Day Intermediate Intensive with Terry Brown and Suzanne Newton

September 10th - 12th - Nicolai Bachman

October 15th - 17th - Baxter Bell

All of the above workshops and events will be presented at TYI's Spring Garden Studio.

Aadil Palkhivala - Lighten Up Yoga - Asheville NC
Aadil Palkhivala will be leading a workhop at Lighten Up Yoga in Asheville NC, April 23rd - 25th. Workshop details and registration information is available at www.lightenupyoga.com.

Continuing Studies Class - Wednesday 5:30PM
This class, taught by Terry Brown, is for teachers and students of yoga that wish to take their practices and studies of yoga to new dimensions. The requirements are a desire for personal growth and transformation. This class offers the next step. Spring Garden Studio.

Topics presented will include general sequences that can be practiced at home or on the Yoga Wall, as well as how to sequentially prepare the body for the more challenging postures, therapeutic sequences, pranayama practices, and meditations.

March 10th - Hamstrings vs. Hip Flexors
The battle is on. This sequence is designed to open the hamstrings and the hip flexors, which are chronically tight on many people. For some of us, one set of the muscle groups is tighter than the other, but our attention should be on balancing them all. This class includes a sequence handout to consider for home practice. Level 2 and above.

March 17th - Bhujangasana
Bhujangasana is one of the simplest of the backbends. There is a full opening of the throat and heart and eventually, the head lifts and rest on the back. And almost everyone can sort-of do it! This class will look at the important actions that support this pose, props that help make the practice more accessible, and appropriate adjustments. Level 2 and above.

March 24th - More Practices for the Back and Spine
In this class, we will review and learn practices that help the back and spine stay healthy and strong. The practices taught will be a great addition to students that take the Healthy Back and Spine class prior to the Continuing Studies class. Also recommended for students seeking more practice alternatives to help with back issues. All levels.

March 31st - The Ankles and Calves, the Wrist and Forearms
The most distal extensions of our limbs need extra attention! For these areas we have short "Series" that we can practice to help open the joints and release tension. All levels.

Spring Garden Studio Office Hours
The Spring Garden St Studio office hours are:
Monday thru Thursday: 2:00PM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 7:30AM - 11:30AM