Workshops

Beyond Asana: Exploring the Ethics of Yoga

A New EverAfter (map)
Date(s): See Below
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Asana, or the physical postural practice, is generally what comes to mind when someone mentions Yoga. However, the practice of Yoga is actually comprised of eight different branches; two of which are the Yamas and Niyamas. These teachings serve as guidelines for anyone who desires to live a more ethical or contemplative life.

Each session of this ten class series will focus on one of the ten Yamas or Niyamas which are: Nonviolence, Truthfulness, Nonstealing, Nonexcess, Nonpossessiveness, Purity, Contentment, Self-Discipline, Self-Study, and Surrender. The Yama or Niyama will be explained and then explored. Questions we will investigate include: What does it currently mean to you? What is a broader context in which it can be thought of? How can it be applied to your interactions with yourself, with others, with the world at large?

This non-secular round table discussion, hosted by KC Jenkinson of Orchid Asana, is suited for anyone interested in intentional living. Each session is designed to be standalone, but they are all, like most things in life, interconnected. No previous Yoga experience necessary.

Session dates are:

  • April 17: Nonviolence (Ahimsa)
  • May 15: Truthfulness (Satya)
  • July 24: Nonstealing (Asteya)
  • August 21: Nonexcess (Brahmacharya)
  • September 18: Nonpossessiveness (Aparigraha)
  • October 16: Purity (Saucha)
  • November 20: Contentment (Santosha)
  • December 18: Self-discipline (Tapas)
  • January 15, 2020: Self-study (Svadhyaha)
  • Feb 12, 2020: Surrender (Ishvara Pranidhana)

Investment: A New EverAfter maintains a “Pay What You Can Policy” – $22, $18, or $15 for each individual session.  $142 for the entire 10-class series.
All sessions will be held at A New EverAfter, 794 Wye Rd., Bath, OH 44333 (map) from 7-9PM.
Register via email aneweverafter@gmail.com or by phone/text 216.626.5409

NOTE: I will be awarding one individual a scholarship* for the entire class series. To be considered, please submit a 100 -200 word essay on why attending Beyond Asana: Exploring the Ethics of Yoga would be beneficial in your life by April 10, 2019 to: kc@orchidasana.com In the subject line please put Beyond Asana Scholarship Entry. Please include your name and an email address where you can be reached. Winner will be chosen Friday, April 13th and notified by email.

*Scholarship does not contain a cash value and cannot be used for any other goods and/or services provided by A New EverAfter or Orchid Asana, LLC. There are no refunds for missed sessions.