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Aadil Palkhivala began
studying with B.K.S. Iyengar
at age 7 and received
an advanced teacher's
certificate at 22. Devoted
to Sri Aurobindo's yoga, he
is founder of Purna Yoga
and founder-director of
Yoga Centers in Bellevue,
WA. He's also a naturopath
and Ayurvedic practitioner,
and holds degrees in law,
physics, and mathematics.
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Instructor: Aadil Palkhivala
Thursday, September 25
9:00am-4:30pm: All-Day Intensives
Code: TIPALK
All Levels
Bhakti (love), jnana (knowledge), and karma (action), the three great yogas, correspond to our three major energy centers: the heart, head, and pelvis. Learn how to direct the energy housed in each of these areas to help transform asana from physical exercise to a healing form of self-discovery. Bring a mat, strap, and block.
Instructor: Aadil Palkhivala
Friday, September 26
10:30am-12:30pm: Main Conference - Session 2a
Code: M2PALK
All Levels
Twists churn, cleanse, and remove tension from the region of the abdomen. Learn how to teach twists with alignment and subtle inner, energetic work to protect the spine, release the spinal muscles, and reveal the correct physiological and psychological effects in the abdominal organs. For students with six months' experience. Bring a mat, strap, and block. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Aadil Palkhivala
Friday, September 26
3:30pm-5:30pm: Main Conference - Session 3
Code: M3PALK
All Levels
The Purna Power Yoga Series comprises smooth, flowing movements coordinated with the breath with a thoughtfully arranged set of poses. This series will help remove blockages and cultivate external strength and internal power. Prepare to work deeply and rest deeply afterward. For students with six months' experience. Bring a mat, strap, and block. Mostly asana.
Instructor: Aadil Palkhivala
Saturday, September 27
11:00am-1:00pm: Main Conference - Session 5b
Code: M5PALK
Continue Your Education
The power of pranayama must be respected since its dangers are many. Learn about the three Ayurvedic constitutions and how the pranayama must be modified for each one. Teach pranayama safely and effectively so that students don't simply get a temporary high but strengthen and nourish their nervous system. Bring a mat, strap, and two blankets. Discussion and practice.
Instructor: Aadil Palkhivala
Saturday, September 27
3:30pm-5:30pm: Main Conference - Session 6
Code: M6PALK
Intermediate
Backbends compel us to face our fears and reveal the hidden yesterdays locked within. Learn the relationship between the coccyx and the pubis in backbends, and how to direct this inner power to transform an external practice into an internal one. Bring a mat, strap, and block. Mostly asana.
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