What are chakras? How many chakras are there really? Where did the seven chakras come from?
Many modern yogis are familiar with the 7-chakra based system, but few know its history and original intent. In this course, we will uncover the origin of the chakra systems in the Tantrik Yoga tradition (600-1300 CE) as they were intended to be worked with in their authentic context. You will learn how the chakra systems are "prescriptive" rather than "descriptive," meaning we will learn the specific yogic practice for an energy point in the body rather than learning an inaccurate description of a chakra. Each class will explore energy centers in your body, play with elemental themes, mantras, movement, meditation, and some forms of creative art. You will receive handouts to work with and sample ritual oils. Our last class will end with a chakra-tuning sound bath.
Week 1: Introduction and historical context, yoga, meditation
Week 2: Exploring energy centers, Elements, Seed mantras, yoga, meditation
Week 3: Application of practices to activate Root, Sacral, and Solar Plexus energy centers
Week 4: Application of practices to activate Heart, Throat, Third Eye, and Crown energy centers
Sundays 9/17 - 10/8
6:30-7:45pm