TWO WEEKENDS
August 8–9 and August 15–16
Józefów, Warsaw
Workshop for beginners
FIRST WORKSHOP – DATES:
- Saturday, August 8, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – theory
- Saturday, August 8, 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – workshops
- Sunday, August 9, 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – workshops
FIRST WORKSHOP – THEORY:
- Three sensations experienced during release (a sensation of spreading warmth, tingling, and expansion)
- We will also discuss how to identify different types of blockages in the body and how to recognize when a blockage has been released
- Three types of muscle pain during practice, their causes, and solutions. Chronic and acquired/current
FIRST WORKSHOP – PRACTICE:
- Prasarita C, D, Parśvottanasana, and Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana, as components of Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana. Utkatasana, Virabhadrasana
- Practice of these asanas, their significance and effects, and corrections
SECOND WORKSHOP – DATES:
- Saturday, August 15, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – theory
- Sunday, August 16, 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – workshops
- Sunday, August 16, 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – workshops
SECOND WORKSHOP – THEORY:
- Hydration. Methods of hydration, how to recognize dehydration, causes of dehydration, the bladder, kidney, spleen, and liver meridians in the context of hydration/dryness, interesting facts
- Layers of hydration: tissues, muscles, joints, organs, fascia, and the nervous system
- Fluids and diseases (MS, RA), ailments, and menstruation—in terms of prolonged heat and dryness; fragility of tissues, hair, and blood vessels in the context of cold dryness
- Hydration and travel, change of location, territory (bladder)
- Inflammation caused by dehydration; neutralization or cleansing of medications/biochemicals produced by the body (flushing the body); hydration and moisturization (from the inside and outside)
SECOND WORKSHOP – PRACTICE:
- Parivritta Parsvakonasana – preparatory elements for this asana, applications, and variations tailored to individual needs and abilities
- Working in this asana, its significance and effects, and adjustments
Bandha (there are 5 types: 3 main and 2 secondary) refers to the deliberate engagement of muscles to create a kind of closure. It is also called an energy valve, as it prevents energy loss (Mula Bandha) and regulates the flow of air and pressure within the torso (Uddiyana Bandha). It also protects the brain from an excessive supply of oxygen (hyperventilation) and excessive pressure in the head (Jalandhara Bandha). Pada Bandha and Hasta Bandha are additional elements of muscle group activity, so that the synergy of their work creates a range of specific movements, such as pushing off (a trampoline-like element) or the even distribution of body weight. The use of Bandhas, which are inextricably linked to the breath, primarily imparts lightness to movement. It helps maintain the center of gravity and direct movement/energy from the center, building up energy reserves that make movement effortless—and, on the contrary, lead to deep relaxation in both the muscles and the nervous system. Through the practice of Bandhas and breath, the body more easily regenerates and repairs the structures that need it.
THE PLACE:
- Józefów ul. Górna 18a
- SKM Station ” Józefów”
COST, RESERVATION, AND ADVANCE PAYMENT:
- One workshop 110 euro
Both workshops 200 euro - Sign up by email: ashtangavinyasayoga.pl@gmail.com
- A non-refundable prepayment of 50 euro per workshop secures your spot; payment bank transfer (WISE):
- BE50 9051 4538 4718 GANNAPATHI SP. Z O.O. IBAN: BE50 9051 4538 4718 Swift/BIC: TRWIBEB1XXX
- Ograniczona liczba miejsc (12). Decyduje kolejność zgłoszeń / zaliczek
- Pozostała część kwoty płatna na miejscu gotówką lub przelewem
- The rest of the amount payable on the spot, cash or bank transfer
ADDITIONAL CLASSES INCLUDED IN THE WORKSHOP PRICE:
- Participating in a workshop entitles you to one free post-workshop class, either online or at Shala
- One workshop = one free class; two workshops = two free classes
- Valid through 2026
POSSIBILITY TO CONTINUE THE PRACTICE AT WORKSHOPS IN MAZURY:
