Advanced Training
Sundara Advanced Teacher Training
Courses with Leslie Kaminoff
| Sundara 300 | Dates & Curriculum | Tuition & Registration | CEUs |
The Warrior Series: If you like a strong, flowing, breath-centered yoga practice, but have done more than a few too many down dogs, up dogs and chaturangas, then this is the class for you. Leslie Kaminoff will lead you through a specially designed vinyasa that strongly works the legs, opens the hips, moves the spine in all possible directions; all without putting any body weight on your hands. The sequence will be taught twice; first with detailed written instructions and alignment cues, and again with an emphasis on flowing continuously with the breath.
Yoga and the Breathing Body: When we look in the mirror every morning, what are we seeing? The skin, muscles, shapes and contours that we identify as "us" represent only the superficial layer of our anatomy. The intent of this weekend intensive is to demonstrate how an experience of the deepest structures of our body can provide support, initiate movement and promote healing. Since the process of breathing is at the functional core of any mind-body practice, the anatomy of the breath from a yogic perspective will be a key focus during the week.
Topics covered will include the basic anatomy of breathing, the mechanics of spinal movement, coordinating the three diaphragms (bandhas), and how to access, stretch and strengthen the key structures of the breathing body. We will utilize a unique blend of visual, tactile and verbal processes to present the anatomical information, and asana sequences specifically designed to create a deepened connection to our "inner bodies" through yoga practice.
Ample time will be devoted to individual concerns and questions.
About Leslie Kaminoff
Leslie Kaminoff is a Yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with 30 years of experience in the fields of Yoga, breath anatomy, and bodywork. He has led workshops for many of the leading Yoga associations, schools, and training programs in America. Leslie currently practices in New York City and Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He is the founder of the Yoga blog, “e-Sutra,” and “The Breathing Project,” a New York City Yoga studio dedicated to the teaching of individualized, breath-centered Yoga. Leslie teaches The Breathing Project's unique yearlong course in Yoga anatomy, and is the co-author with Amy Matthews of the bestselling book, “Yoga Anatomy” published by Human Kinetics.
Have questions about the training? Call our Advanced Studies Training Director at (516) 987-0350 OR Email with questions.