Feb. 25-Mar. 1 Navtej Johar MASTER CLASS: 5 Elements of Practice, WORKSHOP: Chanting as Method for Revitalizing Prayer,Classes, Lecture & Dance Performance!

A long time student and practitioner of yoga, Navtej trained in Patanjali yoga at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Chennai, India under the guidance of Krishnamacharya's son Sri T.K.V. Desikachar(The Heart of Yoga). Read Yoga Journal article on the Legacy of Krishnamacharya. He has been a yoga teacher since 1985 and now runs his own studio, Studio Abhyas, at New Delhi. He leads retreats several times each year in the Himalayas.  In addition, he is an internationally renown dancer and choreographer in modern and classical Bharatanatyam dance.

*Price with a current class package -----+YTT CEU's available for these sessions

Privates are available by appointment. Call the TreeHouse at 813.932.5456. $75 or $65 per hour with a current class package.

April 29 Introduction to Ashtanga for EVERYONE - Christine Wiese Join us for a fun introduction to the fundamental components of Ashtanga Yoga. We'll explore the basic principles of this traditional practice in a way that is appropriate for ANYONE! 6-7:30p $10 in advance, $15 at the door. how to register

Ashtanga yoga is a system of hatha yoga that coordinates breathing technique with a sequence of standing and seated poses. This system utilizes a specific, therapeutic series of postures to improve overall strength and flexibility, leaving the student with a quiet mind.

April 30-May 3 4-day Mysore Ashtanga Intensive - Christine Wiese 7 AM OR 7 PM Start Times. Limited to 8 PARTICIPANTS IN EACH CLASS. $65 (for 4 days) until April 21, $75 after; no partial attendance. how to register
Mysore style, or self-practice, is the traditional method of learning Ashtanga vinyasa yoga. Mysore is a city in India where this practice originated. It is still taught there in the traditional way today. Each student moves with their own breath through a sequence of postures at their own pace. Through hands-on adjustments and verbal cues from the teacher they find their way deeper into postures. Small groups allow the teacher to build a relationship with each student and their practice, better enabling the teacher to address the specific needs of each student. Students of all levels practice together, each working in a way that is appropriate for them while enjoying the energy of practicing with a group. Students of all levels are welcome to attend. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn.

Christine Wiese took her first Ashtanga yoga class in 2001, and has been enthusiastically practicing ever since. The joy of movement without performance and of meditation in motion keeps her practicing. Gradually devoting more time to this practice has brought many great things into her life, including the opportunity to share this practice in the manner in which it is traditionally taught. Her primary teachers are David Keil and Beryl Bender Birch.

Self-practice is what it's all about.

May 15 Yoga ON the WALL with Peggy Abreu Learn a progressive series of preparations and postures that are literally - On the Wall!

A FUN, SAFE and EASY way to get upside down.

Experience many of the benefits of inversions without the strain.
Excellent preparation for advanced postures.

PRE-REGISTRATION is required. This workshop is limited to 12 participants. (FULL)

Cost is $30 how to register
CEUs 2.0 Credits

On the Wall is always one of the most popular classes with students at our Open Houses. These exceptionally well-crafted series of postures were developed by Kali Ray as her TriYoga system.

May 16 KIRTAN: Haris Lender and the Asana Posse 6-8p $15

Kirtan in Two Parts:
Part One is the very traditional kirtan in the Satchidananda tradition. It has been chanted every Saturday night for 35 years at the Ashram and the centers and Institutes all over the world. Mostly Sanskrit with one chant to every major world religion. Followed by a brief meditation. Very beautiful.

Part Two is a menagerie of other chants form different artists and traditions...
Wah, Krishna Das, A Jewish Chant, One love, One heart, Bob Marley...We jazz it up a bit...after every chant we sit in silence for a minute.
From left to right: Evan Cohn, Cathy Costa, Barry Skeete, Haris Lender.

Thursday, June 10 Bhava Yoga: A Journey of Sacred Music and Chant with Shyamdas 7-9p $15 Ecstatic Kirtan, chanting and devotional yogic teachings. Solo performances and accompaniment by Jay Gandhi (bansuri flute) and Shankhachur (tabla).

Artist bios: Shyamdas (featured in the 2009 yoga documentary Enlighten Up!), a Vedic scholar and Sanskrit translator, presents ecstatic Kirtan chanting with stories and teachings from India. Specializing in Haveli Sangeet music and the mystic poets of North India, he has authored many books on Bhakti Yoga and the Path of Grace and produced several beautiful CD albums. www.shyamdas.com

Jay Gandhi (bansuri flute), well known for his expressive sound and musical maturity, is a disciple of Indian flute legend, Padma Vibhushan Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia. www.jaygandhi.com

Tabla artist Shankhachur has gained a reputation as an innovative concert performer in classical and New Age music genres. A senior disciple of renowned tabla maestro Pt. Nayan Ghosh, Shankhachur is a faculty member at the Pandit Jasraj School of Music in Tampa. www.shankhachur.com

"If you love chanting the sacred names, an evening with Shyamdas is not to be missed!" - Shiva Baum, Executive Producer of Krishna Das' Breath Of The Heart
"Shyamdas lives, breathes, sings, laughs and recites his love to the Divine." - Deva Premal and Miten
"Shyamdas is the real thing. His chanting is straight from the heart, infused with authenticity and depth from his years as a temple singer in India." - Robert Gass.

June 12-13 MARK WHITWELL! The PROMISE of YOGA Sat. 11a-5p, Sun. 10-4p. Refresh and reinvigorate your yoga practice with this simply wonderful teacher....Asana, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, discussion. Yoga as a seamless process of participation in life. Don't miss our friend, world renown yogi Mark Whitwell, when he returns to the TreeHouse. Mark travels the globe sharing the practice of yoga. He teaches at Omega, Kripalu, Yogaville, Escalen and the major conferences in the US. Cost: $195 by June 3, $225 after.

July 18 Dee Pullen : Talk Back to your Doc!
Learn how to communicate clearly and effectively with your care providers (doctors, nurses, midwives, etc) Dee will help you discover the things you need to talk with your doc about, including medication review. Learn the principles of informed consent. What is a follow up question? Is it Ok to disagree? When should you seek a second opinion? 6-7p 40 minute talk followed by 20 minutes of Q&A. FREE!
Dee Pullen, BA, CHBE, CHPLC, CLC
Dee has been helping women and men communicate with their care providers as a professional doula since 1995. She is a doula, HypnoBirthing(r) practitioner and lactation counselor. She has attended over 300 births in this area.

July 24 Zetta Adkins-Kinney : Tantra: The Science of Personal Transformation 1-4p $35 by July 14, $45 after. Price includes Mala beads! According to most traditions the quest for spiritually is incompatible with the treasures of this world. This 'either or' approach puts us in internal struggle. Tantra teaches that success in both realms is possible when we tap into Shakti, the divine force that is within us. Tantra sadhana (practice) weaves a comprehensive system into the fabric of our lives. The system includes asana, pranayama, mudras, rituals, kundalini, mantra, yantra, mandala, ayurveda, meditation and hundreds of esoteric techniques for personal evolution, freedom and joy.

In this workshop you will be introduced to the ancient practice of Tantra. We will explore what Tantra is - and is not - and be introduced to tantric practices. You will learn how Tantra can enhance and deepen your current yoga practice. We will weave these teachings into sadhana as we do a complete practice using tantric techniques.

As we evolve, we enrich our experience and the way others experience us. This practice connects us with the wonder and beauty of life and spirit. It is a transformational practice that increases strength, mental clarity, peace of mind and renews joy.

It is suggested if you have never practiced yoga before that you attend a few basic classes prior to this workshop. If you don't have a meditation practice it could be helpful for you to sit and watch your breath for 5 min a day to prepare for this workshop.

Zetta came to yoga in 1974 while living in Southern California. Her dedication and passion has lead her to travel and study with many of the world's most respected yoga masters and teachers. She is a graduate of the Florida Institute for Integrated Yoga Studies. The teachers who have influenced her most are, Navtej Johar and Yogarupa (Rod Stryker). Navtej Johar follows the teachings of T.K.V. Desikachar the son of Sri Krishnamacharya who was the father of modern yoga. Yogarupa is an initiate of and teaches an ancient Tantric lineage. This lineage includes Swami Rama - founder of Himalayan institute - and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait PhD. Zetta was initiated by Yogarupa into this ancient lineage in 2008. Yoga is a lifestyle for Zetta; she believes that yoga encourages personal and universal evolution.

Sept. 24-Oct 1 David Keil ~ / YogAnatomy & Art of Observation 1 / Mysore-Style Ashtanga Yoga / Privates

Sept. 24-26 Join Yoga Master and YogAnatomy creator, David Keil on an exploration of this amazing body you inhabit. investigate your yoga practice through the lens of physical awareness: the muscular/skeletal systems, the joints and how they move. This workshop includes Basic YogAnatomy AND Art of Observation 1. Learn to see how each person uniquely expresses the qualities of an asana. Dress to move, with plenty of lecture and note-taking. Ideal for yoga teachers in search of anatomy education and/or training credits, and also dedicated students who want to learn from this gifted teacher. Fri. 6-9p, Saturday & Sunday: 9:30-12:30 & 1:30-4:30pm. $195 by Aug. 31, $235 after.

Basic YogAnatomy Workshop
I’ve now taught the basic workshop over 100 times since 2000. It is the foundational workshop of all the others. Over 12 hours, it lays the foundation of information that then gets applied in all the other workshops I teach. read full outline and description...

Art of Observation 1• Develop the ability of the eyes to "see" • Organic way of looking at the body from different angles without judgement or talking • Linear method to map out what is observed in standing postures • Observation doing simple vinyasas and natural movements • Observe various asanas that play into the larger picture of the individual's way of holding her anatomy • Develop a kinesthetic sense of the patterns people live in • Link together and see the connection between asanas, the person's patterns and how to bring their awareness to it.

Sept. 27-Oct. 1 David Keil - Mysore-Style Ashtanga Yoga Practice Self-practice is what it's all about. Beginning at 6:45AM, 9 AM, OR 6:00 PM. Limited to 8 participants in each class.

Yoga, for thousands of years, has been taught from teacher to student in a one-on-one format taking a student through his or her own development at an appropriate pace. Authorized to teach this system by its creator Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, David also brings to his teaching practice an in-depth understanding of human anatomy. As a Teacher of Kinesiology (the study of movement and musculo-skeletal anatomy) at Miami's Educating Hands School of Massage, and the creator of YogAnatomy for yoga teachers, David brings to his classes an understanding of movement potential and the pathways to get there. Drawing from his own dedicated practice, David will help you find deeper access to the asana in the series and to your own sweet self, with each day presenting its own challenges and rewards. You will be inspired and amazed by the effects of your disciplined efforts. $125 for the entire week before Aug. 31, $140 after; no partial attendance.

Knowing the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is not a requirement. Being open-minded and receptive to learning is.

Sept. 27-Oct. 1 David Keil - Private Consultations ~ 12-5p $100/hr. Call TreeHouse for an appointment: 813.932.5456

Bring your body and your story. I'll take that information, evaluate you using all the information I have stored in my personal database, and come up with a sense of what your neuro-musculoskeletal pattern is surrounding the issue(s) you've brought. At that point we'll do a combination of simple bodywork manipulation, yoga poses, or whatever else seems appropriate to help you understand what's going on and walk away with an understanding of what to do next. The session may be mostly yoga, bodywork, evaluation... it depends on the situation.

TO REGISTER: mail a check payable to Florida Institute for Integrated Yoga Studies (FIFIYS). If you are new to our programs: please include your NAME, MAILING ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER and EMAIL. We do not accept credit or debit cards.

Florida Institute for Integrated Yoga Studies ~ 8509 N. 29th St. Tampa, FL 33604 ~ (813) 932-5456 home

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