March 14 – March 25, 2012

The 2012 India Yoga Retreat is designed for those who long to travel to India and experience the teachings of yoga closer to their spiritual source. Other retreats and tours may cover a lot of ground – taking you to landmarks and destinations at a brisk tourist pace. But, this retreat offers you the opportunity to reflect and connect with people, places, and practices that few organized tours can offer. Whether you are a beginner or experienced practitioner, this retreat will allow you to create the retreat experience which is right for you.

This journey has something to offer everyone – including daily yoga classes with Yogi Vishvketu at the Anand Prakash Ashram and a complete immersion into spiritual life in the ‘yoga capital of the world’. Volunteer and fundraising opportunities over the course of the retreat add a humanitarian component to your journey in India. Hiking and adventure activities allow you to enjoy the natural beauty of this region – and visits to historic pilgrimage sites along the foothills of the Himalayas allow you to walk in the footsteps of masters and experience the power residing at sacred sites.

This retreat was also designed with comfort and convenience in mind. We’ve organized every detail so participants are well cared for and can have the experience of India they have always dreamed of.

Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram

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Breathing 101

The FDA now approves breath training as a recognized treatment for hypertension and more than 1000 additional studies show its effectiveness in relieving anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, and more.

This workshop is designed to transform the way we breathe and take advantage of the health benefits of conscious breathing. Participants will learn about the benefits of breath-work and will learn how to use breathing techniques to expand consciousness, increase energy levels, stimulate healing, and reduce stress.

You will take away with you the inspiration and clarity you need to continue a simple meditation practice at home.

This ninety-minute experiential curriculum consists of approximately 45 minutes of lecture/discussion and 45 minutes of breathing exercises.

With: Joe Banwait, MA

When: Next workshop date is Tuesday January 17, 2012 | 7:30-9:00 pm

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $30

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Meditation 101

This program is a user-friendly, non-denominational introduction to the practice of meditation. It aims to answer some of the most common questions about meditation and dispel the myths and misconceptions surrounding this time-honored practice.

Participants will learn about the benefits of meditation and discover practical techniques for directing their attention and cultivating inner stillness with the breath as the natural object of focus.

You will take away with you the inspiration and clarity you need to continue a simple meditation practice at home.

This ninety-minute experiential curriculum consists of approximately 45 minutes of lecture/discussion and 45 minutes of meditation/contemplative exercises.

With: Joe Banwait, MA

When: Next workshop date is Tuesday, February 7, 2012 | 7:30-9:00 pm

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $30

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This workshop explores the symbolism of the lotus flower in the context of an alignment-based hip and heart opening yoga practice.

Inspired by the flower’s perennial rise from the depths of muddy and murky waters, we will explore the unfoldment of the hips and the opening of the heart as a metaphor of spiritual evolution and emergence.

This alignment-based class will weave story and symbolism into a sequence of yoga postures that slowly and methodically work the legs to create space in and around the hip sockets.

You will experience the unfoldment of your hips and knees and find freedom in your heart in this inspirational journey of opening and deep release.

Recommended Preparation: At least 6-12 months of previous yoga experience

With: Joe Banwait, MA

When: Next workshop date is Saturday, January 28, 2012 | 2:00-4:00 pm

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $40

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Living in a modern world characterized by unprecedented levels of external stimulation, drawing one’s attention inward and engaging in meditation can be highly challenging without techniques to help us bring focus to our inner exploration. Mantra, an ancient form of sound-based meditation, based on the vibratory sounds of the Sanskrit alphabet, is an important and often overlooked yogic tool for bringing focus and grounding to the mind, opening the portals to higher levels of awareness.

This workshop will provide an introduction to the practice of integrating mantra chanting into meditation and breath work (pranayama) to help bring greater focus to the fluctuations of the mind. You will learn about different types, uses and meanings of mantras, experience the practice of japa meditation (repeated recitation of mantra using a 108-bead mala), engage in pranayama integrated together with mantra, and learn several simple mantras to help begin and ground your practice.

This workshop does not require any experience or background in chanting, and includes a 108-bead fair trade mala made by adolescents living with disabilities supported by our partner organization in India. We will begin with some gentle yoga asana (poses) to help you sit comfortably during mantra meditation.

With: Parvati Angela Lytle

When: Wednesday January 11 2012 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $45

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One who completes the process of yoga understands its different paths and sees that the systematic practice of various disciplines leads to the same place. In the end, all yogas lead to one great Yoga. —Swami Kripalu (1913–1981)

The yoga world can seem fragmented at times – with styles, brands, and personalities all trying to distinguish themselves from one another. This can make it very confusing for students looking to expand beyond the boundaries of their ‘style’ and discover universal principles for a broader and more inclusive practice.

Ironically, the word ‘yoga’ derives from the root word meaning ‘integration’ or ‘coordination’. In accordance with this definition, this workshop was designed to explore 7 underlying principles derived from several major schools of yoga (Anusara, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kripalu, and Kundalini Yoga) that can be coordinated to create a fulfilling and integrative practice.

With: Joe Banwait, MA

When: Next workshop date is Saturday, January 21, 2012 | 2:00-5:00 pm

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $60

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Yoga Basics for Beginners

This 3-hour workshop provides a solid foundation from which students can grow a rewarding personal yoga practice. Whether you are new to yoga or looking to revitalize your practice, this program is designed to provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to make yoga, and its benefits a regular part of your life.

This course is based on the psychological and methodological principles articulated through the Kripalu approach to yoga.  Kripalu Yoga is a practical, accessible, and contemporary style of yoga that is designed to support all body types, ages, fitness levels, and interests.

This course is for anyone who wants to:

You will leave this workshop with the groundwork for a rewarding personal practice and the ability to get the most out of your yoga classes.

With: Joe Banwait, MA

When: Next workshop date is TBD

Where: The Clarity Centre (245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville) theclaritycentre.ca/

Cost: $60

Contact: info@theclaritycentre.ca or call (905) 849 -6686

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