THE INTEGRITY OF OUR SACRED SPINE
A holistic look at the structure, function and energetic effects of the common thread in all yoga asana styles and techniques – our spine! Our modern lifestyle exacerbate the ill effects of poor posture, mental stress and spiritual discontent and our spine bears the burden of these stressors. Likewise it is the influence of our spine, it’s central energy channel and energetic centres that enables yoga it to work its ‘magic’. In this workshop we explore the spine as the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual axis of our body and being. A study of the development of our spinal curves reveals the energetic system that is at the core of every yogic technique, from asana, to pranayama to meditation. Each curve bows to the chakra at that corresponding level. We explore these energy centres, how they reflect our evolution, emotions and expression with a view to understand how their gentle activation is what makes the beneficial effects of yogic asana so unique. We look at the architecture of the spine and how its structure determines our functional abilities. The anatomical section aims to educate students to respect differences both within the spine and between individuals. It is these differences that predict varying degrees of limitations and potential in the different movement types of asana. We study the ‘stress’ points of our spine and how to reduce these stressors. Here we also look at the passive stabilisation system of ligaments as well as the active stabilisation of the intrinsic and extrinsic spinal muscles. We examine how the role of segmental stability compliments the role of the muscles that provide larger prime movements. We explore spinal mobilisation techniques and asanas that enhance spinal stability and health as well as practical ways to modify how we perform any asana to spare our spine that it can be healthy and last us for a long lifetime. Included is a look at common pathologies of the spine including disc problems, and where possible, their therapies. This workshop includes Vedic healing and Tantric dhārana mantras and chakra meditation as to experience and enhance the energetic and sacred qualities of our spine.
*Please bring two tennis balls and a long sock with you and a short or long foam roller if you have one.
About Monica Gauci
Monica Gauci began her practice of yoga in 1978, closely followed by a dedicated meditation practice. She practiced Hatha Yoga and then Iyengar Yoga for 13 years until she discovered Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in 1993. After multiple journeys to Mysuru, India in 1996 she was authorised to teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga by K. Pattabhi Jois.*
Since the age of 24, Monica has studied many different disciplines of the Healing Arts. In 2008 she graduated with 1st class honours as a Doctor of Chiropractic and received numerous awards for Academic Excellence.
Dr Monica Gauci brings her vast knowledge and experience as a Yoga Therapist, a Doctor of Chiropractor and 45 years of personal yoga practice to these topics. Her work and insights as a therapist make her workshops powerfully relevant. Her teaching is inspired by her passion to educate others to empower them to heal and care for themselves.
PROGRAM
Sturday
10.00 - 12.30 & 14.00 - 17.00
Divine Intelligence & the Nervous System
Our Spiritual Spine: Suṣumna & the Cakras
Mobility & Function: Discs & Facet Joints
Passive stabilisation – Ligaments & Fascia
Active stabilisation - Muscles of the Inner Core
Posture, Emotions, Beliefs & Therapy
Dhārana on Suṣumna
Sunday
10.00 - 12.30 & 14.00 - 17.00
Correcting Forward Head Posture
Hyper- & Hypo Curves
Correcting Postural Imbalances
The Stress Areas of the Spine
Destressing the Neck, Thorax & Low Back
Cakra Meditation
Vedic Healing Mantra
RATES
This module is part of our 300hr teacher training. We've decided to open this module to all, to benefit from Monica Gauci’s teachings. Priority will be given to students who register for the full teacher training course.. If you are interested in 300 TT clic here
Full Workshop 250 CHF Early bird before the March 31 2024
After the March 31 2024 300 CHF
The priority is given to students participating in the advanced teacher training. If there is still space we will give the remaining places to those who signed up in chronological order.
Please read our cancellation policy before signing up
CANCELLATION OF A WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
Any participation in a scheduled workshop can only be canceled in writing. Cancellations can be made by emailing: info@soham.yoga If the cancellation occurs after the total collection of the workshop, the refund will be made on the totality of the sum: More than 60 days before the start of the workshop, 70% refund. From the 59th day to the 31st day before the start of the workshop, 50% refund. From 0 to 30 days before the start of the service, no refund will be granted.
In the event of force majeure such as a pandemic, natural disaster, etc. SoHam reserves the right to postpone, cancel or make adjustments to the workshop without further liability.
THIS COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR ALL THOSE SEEKING TO RAISE COLLECTIVE CONSCIOUSNESS.
And will be taught exclusively in english