Instructor: Marla Apt
Friday, September 25
8:00am - 10:00am: Main Conference: Session 1
Code: M1MAPT
mixed levels, therapeutic
Done mindfully, practicing yoga is an excellent tool for supporting the health of your back; it both relieves back pain and prevents future problems. Learn how to use your practice to strengthen, extend, align, and bring mobility to your back. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt
Friday, September 25
10:30am - 12:30pm: Main Conference: Session 2a
Code: M2MAPT
mixed levels, therapeutic
Explore how to strengthen, stabilize, and increase flexibility in the delicate neck and shoulder region, including how to safely practice inversions. Those people with neck injuries can learn modifications for shoulder- and neck-related asanas and how to help support their healing with yoga. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt for Patricia Walden
Friday, September 25
3:30pm - 5:30pm: Main Conference: Session 3
Code: M3WALD
mixed levels
Explore the different stages of forward bends with a methodical progression of poses that takes you from the physical through the physiological and into refined states of mind. Learn to use the qualities of rajas and tamas in forward bends to cultivate insight, clarity, and deep peace. Bring two blankets and a belt; they are essential to this practice. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt
Saturday, September 26
8:00am - 10:00am: Main Conference: Session 4
Code: M4MAPT
mixed levels
Delve deeper into the practice of backbends. Those people who struggle with backbends will learn tools to target and work on areas of restriction. Those who would like to go further into the practice will have the opportunity to explore new dimensions of backbending. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt
Saturday, September 26
10:30am - 12:30pm: Main Conference: Session 5a
Code: M5MAPT
mixed levels
The ancient yogis understood the connection between posture, breath, and emotions. Explore how various aspects of the yoga practice affects our mental state and how we can use yoga to help balance our thoughts and emotions. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt for Patricia Walden
Saturday, September 26
3:30pm - 5:30pm: Main Conference: Session 6
Code: M6WALD
mixed levels
Learn two sequences that will lead you to a practical understanding of your hips: one to prepare for forward bends, and the other to prepare for backbends. By opening your hips, you also will release the pelvic floor and bring awareness to the root chakra. Bring a blanket and strap; they are essential to this practice. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Marla Apt
Sunday, September 27
10:00am - 12:00pm: Beginners Conference
beginner
When we understand how to adjust the base of a pose correctly, the true life of an asana begins to unfold. Explore the foundational support of the asanas and how you can adjust the muscles, bones, joints, and breath through contact with the earth element from the ground. Mostly asana.
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