Asheville Yoga Festival 2018

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This moment calls all of us; women, divas, goddesses and witches to step up, speak out and take action. Join us for a provocative conversation exploring what’s possible when we embody the feminine in her full power and unleash our potential to be a creative force for change. #time’s up #metoo #thefutureisfeminine

Karma, a term used very often in and outside of yoga spaces means the sum or our experiences and actions in deciding our fate or destiny. Dharma is our duty or higher purpose, and calls us to take action in co-creating our destiny with the universe. This inspiring yoga journey will explore our actions and reactions, not only individually but collectively and help us harness our power so that we may take action and create social change. Through the practice of yoga, pranayama, and meditation we will connect with our inner fire, agni, to gain clarity about our actions and their alignment with our higher purpose all in service of our collective humanity. You will leave this class with a deeper connection to self, your community and all beings.

Ever wondered what your teacher is saying in Sanskrit? Would you like to pronounce Sanskrit words confidently? Do you know the translations of postures such as "natarajasana"? This workshop will demystify pronunciations, spellings, definitions, and deeper meanings of terms that you hear, say, read, and sing. You will learn fascinating things and walk away with a true appreciation for this sacred sound system. Understanding the language of yoga will enhance your practice and professionalize your teaching. For new students thru lead instructors. Join us!
*Includes 8-page handout.  CEUs for RYTs

DeAnne is a local vortex guide and we are thrilled that she will be taking yogis out to experience the magical energies of the Blue Ridge mountains. Because the participation in this outdoor experience is limited, we have asked DeAnne to bring her awareness of vortex and sacred site energies to this inspirational and informative hour, where she will share about the gifts and transformative power of the vibrational world.
According to DeAnne, our perceived world is changing because our Earth is changing. Our planet is literally moving into a new vibrational space within our Solar System, which is impacting who we are as a humanity, more than we know. For over a decade, DeAnne has been teaching about a “new human” consciousness and energy that is changing our relationship to power, to life purpose, to one another and to consciousness itself. In this talk she will share her personal experiences of gathering wisdom, divine intelligence and ancient memory from the Earth Mother, Gaia… as well as, the secrets the Earth holds in activating our Authentic Nature and Crystalline DNA.
“The Earth has long been this humanity’s vibrational mirror. At no other time in our history as a species has the Earth Mother offered the invitation and potential that she does now to the human family. All of her vortices around the world, known and unknown, are activating. Her chakras and light body are cleansing, restructuring and rebalancing as she moves into a new position in the Cosmos, and we have the opportunity to move with her in a synchronized attunement of expansion.”
You are invited to come and share in this inspired New Human/New Earth experience, where you will learn tools and techniques to take with you to deepen your connection to nature, consciousness and the evolving Self.

Using a collection of Robert Sturman’s stunning images of “uncommon” yogis off the mat and in the world (prisoners, military service members, veterans, firefighters, policemen, etc.), Robert, along with Susan and Annie of Warriors at Ease, will share how yoga is impacting the world one breath at a time.

Consider this Ayurveda 101 for men and women! You’ll learn how Ayurveda helps you get healthier, happier, centered & at peace. Learn about diet, sleep, sex, doshas, meditation, raising kids &more. If you’ve ever wondered what’s Ayurveda, a dosha, or why the wisdom of India should ever matter to you -- then you’re in for a treat. Meet Katie Silcox, author of the New York Times best-seller Healthy, Happy, Ayurveda. She’s a tantric ayurvedic teacher-- a former business professional who left the corporate world for the mystics of India and yoga-- who explains the basics of Ayurveda and how it can help you live a healthier, happier, more energized life She discusses the Ayurveda concept of 5-elemnt theory, season routine and dosha, and why it matters to you if you want to continue your yoga practice long into your older years. You’ll also learn about natural rhythms and how it affects sleep. About listening to your intuition, the important of self love, and critical self care, plus moving past struggle and anxiety.

Discover the secrets of how to make powerful, poetic images celebrating the beautiful art of yoga. Aspiring models and yogis: learn what it takes to get great pictures. Photography enthusiasts: learn about composition, balance, integration of the pose with the environment, connecting with the model, and much more. Come be the photographer, model, artist, muse--or all of the above. Bring your camera, phone, questions, and curiosity. The first half of the workshop will be inside. In the second half, we'll venture outside into the natural daylight.

Lecture with interactive photo shoots.

Robert will also be booking a limited amount of private shoots in Asheville during the festival. Email info@robertsturmanstudio.com for details and to secure a session.

Speech is powerful.  Is yours aligned with truth?  Is it beneficial?  In the current, tense political climate where unfriending is not uncommon, ethical communication is paramount. Drawing from yoga traditions and world religions, this class focuses on how to achieve clarity and maintain dignity and mutual respect during in-person and social media communications on sensitive, charged topics.  Includes lecture, discussion, personal reflection, and small group exercises. Cultivate the art of yogic speech to help repair our world!
*Includes a handout and list of books, articles, and videos for continued learning.  You may wish to bring a journal.  CEUs for RYTs.