Hanuman Festival 2019

This course is designed for anyone wanting to discover, refine or expand their purpose in the world and live a life dedicated to justice and inside out transformation. We in the yoga communities like to say that we stand for liberation. But what does that liberation look like and who is it available and accessible to? If our goal is collective liberation, this requires an on going commitment to a personal journey of introspection, healing and accountability that allow us to participate in an effective way. As we step into personal accountability for our own healing, we can then examine the social and systemic issues that shape our world view and actions. Then utilizing the powerful tools of embodiment, collaboration and connection, we can co-create a collective vision of a sustainable, just and joyful future for all beings. This class will move us through a full series of vinyasa flow warmups, standing poses, balance poses and closing poses, as we play and explore our edges- the limitations/fears that keep us hidden, as well as the opportunities/strengths needed to stand in purpose. We will then move off the mats and into a collective expression of the power and gift of community. The themes that we will explore will include:
Yoga for these times - this moment in history and the role of embodiment practices.
Who is yoga for? An inclusive approach to an evolving practice
Finding and refining your own purpose
Examining and healing personal and ancestral wounds
Trauma informed approaches to our work in the world
Becoming an advocate and finding your voice
Community engagement - the art of ritual for social change