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John Friend founded Anusara Yoga in 1997, and today it is one of the most popular schools of hatha yoga, with an expanding presence throughout North America, Europe, Japan, China, and Australia. The radiance of Anusara Yoga is due to its blend of lifeaffirming Tantric philosophy, Universal Principles of Alignment, and a deep community spirit.

Anusara Yoga: Unveiling the Heart
Instructor: John Friend
Friday, September 26
10:30am-12:30pm: Main Conference - Session 2a
Code: M2JFRI
All Levels


Discover the magic of the Universal Principles of Alignment to open the chest, upper back, and shoulders in a variety of rocking backbends. This lively class will melt your heart and blow your mind to reveal the stainless light of your core. Mostly asana.



Pranayama and Meditation: Gateway to the Heart
Instructor: John Friend
Friday, September 26
3:30pm-5:30pm: Main Conference - Session 3
Code: M3JFRI
All Levels/Contemplative


Explore a variety of basic pranayama and meditation techniques that you can incorporate into your daily yoga practice. We'll also explore the principles of improving your sitting posture to help relieve common body pain and mental distractions. Pranayama and meditation practice.



Anusara Yoga: How to Grow a Lotus
Instructor: John Friend
Saturday, September 27
3:30pm-5:30pm: Main Conference - Session 6
Code: M6JFRI
All Levels


Open your hips to grow a Lotus pose through the magical fertilizer of the Universal Principles of Alignment. If you have never been able to get into Lotus before, this class will help you astound friends and family. All shapes and colors of lotuses welcome. Mostly asana.



Dancing with the Goddess: Rock'n'Roll'n'Shakti Vinyasa Practice
Instructor: John Friend
Sunday, September 28
10:00am-12:00pm: Main Conference - Session 7
Code: M7JFRI
Intermediate/Advanced


Take your practice to a whole new level of dynamic fun and Freedom with an intermediate/ advanced Anusara Yoga vinyasa practice. Mostly asana.




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