The Stories Behind the Poses

Why are so many yoga poses named after mythic scenes and mythic figures? What is the core content and significance of these stories? What can these stories add to your own yoga practice?

Join seasoned scholar, speaker and teacher Dr. Balkaran as he shows you how to decode the wisdom of the ancient stories for your own practice, teaching, and personal growth. He’ll be drawing from his exciting new book, The Stories Behind the Poses.

Dr. Raj Balkaran is a Self-Employed Scholar of Sanskrit Narrative Texts and Tutor at the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies. He hosts the New Books in Indian Religions podcast.

rajbalkaran.com

Part #1 

Śiva, Lord of Yogīs: 9 am - 12 pm 

This workshop decodes the mythology of Śiva to show its significance for yoga practice. In particular we will examine stories related to Śiva’s cobra, his form, his cosmic dance of bliss, and his reclusive nature as Lord of Yogīs.

Early Bird ends May 5 | $40 + gst

Value $45 + gst

[ WORKSHOP ] NUMA Breathwork SOLD OUT

Facilitator: Trevor Yelich + Cesar Balestrini

Dates: Sunday, December 18

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Investment: $65 + gst

Facilitator: Trevor Yelich

Winter Solstice is often seen as a time of rebirth – moving from the darkness of the winter womb to the light of spring. As we approach the longest night of the year, we have an opportunity to ask ourselves what might we like to pull out of the shadows and into the light? With the breath and drum as our guides, we are invited to take a few hours during this auspicious time to journey inward and discover what lies beneath.

Nūma Breathwork is a transformational synthesis of conscious breathwork, somatic explorations, sound healing, and inquiry that supports you in clearing energy within the physical, mental, emotional and energetic bodies. This dynamic practice can catalyze spontaneous insights and non-ordinary states of consciousness.

The Drum Journey: This meditative experience has been handed down to us through the centuries from the ancestors of our land. In the past the wisdom of our elders was difficult to access, however, Cesar has had many spiritual encounters through the use of the medicine wheel, Native ceremonies, pilgrimages and vision quests, which now allows him to access that wisdom and use it in ceremonies. He is honoured to share his respect and love of this ancient culture with you and bring back the sacredness of these traditions.

Your Facilitators:
Trevor Yelich (www.numasomatics.com)
and Cesar Balestrini (Newwingsbalestrini.wordpress.com)

Please bring the following items:
- Pillow
- Yoga mat or thermarest
- Blanket
- Water bottle
- Intention for your journey

[ WORKSHOP ] NUMA Breathwork

Facilitator: Trevor Yelich

Dates: Tuesday, June 21

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Investment: $65 + gst

Facilitator: Trevor Yelich (sound practitioner TBA) 

Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Investment: $65 + gst

Join us for an evening of Breath, as we enter the peak of light. During our time together we will explore our ideas around what it is to be fully alive, what it is to celebrate and how that feels in our bodies, voice, and breath, and what we need to let go of or embrace to feel this aliveness. This evening will involve dyads, breathwork, movement, sound, and voice. Let’s join together in celebrating life, ourselves, and each other.

Nūma Breathwork is a transformational synthesis of conscious breathwork, somatic explorations, sound healing, and inquiry that supports you in clearing energy within the physical, mental, emotional, and energetic bodies. This dynamic practice can catalyze spontaneous insights and non-ordinary states of consciousness.

Registration is limited. Please register early to secure your spot.

Please bring the following items:
- Pillow
- Yoga mat or thermarest
- Blanket
- Water bottle
- Intention for your journey

Facilitators: Trevor Yelich + Cesar Balestrini
Date: Sunday, Dec 19
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Investment: $65 + gst

Winter Solstice is often seen as a time of rebirth – moving from the darkness of the winter womb to the light of spring.  As we approach the longest night of the year, we have an opportunity to ask ourselves what might we like to pull out of the shadows and into the light? With the breath and drum as our guides, we are invited to take a few hours during this auspicious time to journey inward and discover what lies beneath.

Nūma Breathwork is a transformational synthesis of conscious breathwork, somatic explorations, sound healing, and inquiry that supports you in clearing energy within the physical, mental, emotional and energetic bodies. This dynamic practice can catalyze spontaneous insights and non-ordinary states of consciousness.

The Drum Journey:  This meditative experience has been handed down to us through the centuries from the ancestors of our land. In the past the wisdom of our elders was difficult to access, however, Cesar has had many spiritual encounters through the use of the medicine wheel, Native ceremonies, pilgrimages and vision quests, which now allows him to access that wisdom and use it in ceremonies. He is honoured to share his respect and love of this ancient culture with you and bring back the sacredness of these traditions.

Trevor Yelich (www.numasomatics.com) and Cesar Balestrini (Newwingsbalestrini.wordpress.com)

[ WORKSHOP ] NUMA Breathwork

Facilitator: Trevor Yelich

Dates: Sunday, June 20

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Investment: $65 + gst

Join us for an evening of Breath, Voice, Sound, and Connection as we enter the peak of light. During our time together we will explore our ideas around what it is to be fully alive, what it is to celebrate and how that feels in our bodies, voice, and breath and what we need to let go of or embrace to feel this aliveness.

This evening will involve dyads, breathwork, movement, sound, and voice. Let’s join together in celebrating life, ourselves and each other.

Registration is limited. Please register early to secure your spot.

Please bring the following items:
- Pillow
- Yoga mat or thermarest
- Blanket
- Water bottle
- Intention for your journey

[ WORKSHOP ] Intro to Critical Alignment Therapy

Facilitator: Breanne Hamper

Dates: Sundays April 25

Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Investment: $45 + gst

Learn the how’s and why's of an introductory level Critical Alignment Yoga and Therapy (CAT) practice, sometimes called “Yoga for Backs.” In this 2 hour workshop, students will be guided to identify their postural habits and movement preferences and learn how to correct them with the use of specific yoga props and exercises designed to mobilize the spine. This workshop is ideal for those new to Critical Alignment or anyone committed to a movement practice focused on correcting the dysfunctional posture and its ailments.

Registration is limited. Please register early to secure your spot.

Please bring your own blanket. A black strap will be included with your registration.