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modestini Eddie Modestini has been teaching yoga since 1983. He is certified in Iyengar Yoga and has received Pattabhi Jois's blessing to teach Ashtanga Yoga. He is gifted with an eye for detail and a profound ability in reading students' bodies. Eddie lives in Sebastopol, CA, with his wife and teach-ing partner, Nicki Doane. They codirect Maya Yoga Studios in both CA and Maui, HI.

Mysore Practice
Instructor: Nicki Doane, Richard Freeman, Eddie Modestini and David Swenson
Saturday, March 28
8:00am-10:00am: Session 1
Code: M1MYSO
ashtanga


A Mysore-style class is the ideal format for the committed Ashtanga practitioner. It allows students of all degrees of experience to practice together at their own level. All four instructors will be present and will offer corrections, adjustments, and individualized instruction based on the specific needs of each student. This is not a led asana class.



Backbends to Extend the Spine and Expand Your Consciousness
Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini
Saturday, March 28
10:30am-12:30pm: Session 2
Code: M2NDEM
all levels, ashtanga


The practice of backbending can be exhilarating, terrifiying, and incredibly fulfilling. We'll prepare the body, mind, and spirit in a safe, supportive manner to practice these poses in a deep, powerful way. Bring any yoga props you may need. Mostly asana. **This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**




Welcome to the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali
Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini
Saturday, March 28
3:30pm-5:30pm: Session 3
Code: M3NDEM
all levels, contemplative, ashtanga


An introduction to the profound work of Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, considered the yogi's road map. We'll discuss and chant the three sutras that relate to asana practice, as well as a few of Nicki's favorites. No chanting experience necessary, only a desire to deepen your practice. Discussion and chanting. **This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**




Mysore Practice
Instructor: Nicki Doane, Richard Freeman, Eddie Modestini and David Swenson
Sunday, March 29
8:00am-10:00am: Session 4
Code: M4MYSO
ashtanga


A Mysore-style class is the ideal format for the committed Ashtanga practitioner. It allows students of all degrees of experience to practice together at their own level. All four instructors will be present and will offer corrections, adjustments, and individualized instruction based on the specific needs of each student. This is not a led asana class.



Maya Yoga Vinyasa Fusion: A New Paradigm for Flow Yoga
Instructor: Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini
Sunday, March 29
10:30am-12:30pm: Session 5
Code: M5NDEM
all levels, ashtanga


Awaken the Divine in yourself in this dynamic vinyasa-style class, and see how a grounded practice can be the bridge between the spirit body and the physical body. Bring a towel and any desired props. Mostly asana. **This class has been approved by American Council on Exercise (ACE) for 0.2 CECs.**





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