Imagine
This could reduce the wear on your joints and delay or prevent the development of arthritis. This could also reduce your symptoms of arthritis and increase your body's ability to heal injuries.
Imagine if there was a system of exercise whose core purpose was to develop such a union.
If you are imagining this, you are imagining yoga."
~ Julie Byrd
Fundamentals of Yoga
Come Explore Yoga History - learn the foundations of yoga, both historically
and as it exists
in our modern world. You will also learn the different styles of yoga, how yoga has
developed over the years and how its development continues.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, July 21, 2012
11am - 2pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Come Explore Yoga philosophy - what shapes and guides yoga? How is yoga
different now than it was before? What are the concepts that allow yoga
to be beneficial in the modern world? You will also learn of the modern influences on
yoga culture as well as its use in a variety
of health related fields.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, July 21, 2012
2:30 - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Pranayama is the science of the yoga breath. Prana has been described as a subtle
invisible force, the life-force that pervades the body. In this class we will explore
the
historical and physical effects of pranayama and we will practice several
different breathing techniques from the most basic to more advanced forms.
No previous experience with Pranayama breathing techniques is required.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, July 21, 2012
5:15 - 8:15pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Many people seek out yoga for its profound effect of relaxation. The body's
natural relaxation response
is a powerful antidote to stress. Learn relaxation techniques such as deep breathing,
basic meditation, visualization and progressive muscle relaxation to help
you activate this relaxation
response.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, August 18, 2012
5:15 - 8:15pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Explore the energetic world of yoga. From chakras and meridians to metabolism and
other aspects of energy, this class focuses on the methods of understanding and enhancing
energy.
Hours: 3
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Registration
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11am - 7pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Yoga has a powerful effect on the brain and the mental state of the user. This
class explores what we know about brain changes in yoga and how it is being used to
optimize brain function.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, August 18, 2012
2:15 - 5:15pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Being a good yoga teacher means having a proper ethical perspective.
This course outlines the ethical considerations and conflicts faced by all
yoga practitioners. The class will explore the practical applications
of these ethical considerations.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, December 8, 2012
2:15 - 5:15pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Successful people know the secrets of self promotion. Becoming a success
means understanding and applying good business practices. This class explores the
qualities of a successful business and tips on successful marketing.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, December 8, 2012
5:15 - 8:15pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Yoga Nutrition
We are what we eat and knowing what to eat can help to optimize body performance.
Explore the fundamentals of nutritional health from protien, carbohydrates and
fats to the latest scientific research regarding the nutritional needs of exercise. Meal planning
and other strategies will be discussed for creating optimal eating plans.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, August 18, 2012
11am - 2pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
The eastern concept of Auyrvedic nutritional ideas are explored as well as other
aspects of Auyrvedic philosophies.
Hours: 3
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Registration
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Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
The supplement industry is motivated to make sales and often informatin is lacking
as to what supplements are truly helpful. This class takes an in-depth look at nutritional
supplements, their role in health and thier use for athletic enhancement.
Hours: 3
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Registration
Saturday, December 8, 2012
11am - 2pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Toxins and removal of toxins is an important topic to many people.
This class takes an in-depth look at what toxins are and what ways we can
successfully and safely reduce them in our lives.
Hours: 3
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Yoga Anatomy
The heart of BYB yoga is anatomy. Anatomical insight is essential
to the understanding and logic of adjustments and variations - and is crucial when
dealing with injuries. In a creative and engaging environment explore basic anatomical
terms relating to the mechanics of movement and learn the details of anatomy and
physiology with special focus on safety as it relates to yoga. With an understanding
of muscles and joints, true confidence in yoga is attained.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, September 22, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
The anatomy and physiology of the body in motion.
With special attention to the details of muscle relationships, this course advances the
concepts learned in the general anatomy course. Emphasis is placed on safety, joint
movement, range of motion, and a functional understanding of the skeletal and muscular
systems.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, October 20, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
To understand the spine is to understand the basis of good yoga. This class gives
an in depth view of spinal anatomy and the exercises that restore spinal balance.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Next class to be announced
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
The hip joint is a strong joint prone to flexibility issues. With several large
muscles controlling its action the hip can resist efforts to balance its muscle groups.
This class takes an in-depth look at hip anatomy, hip issues and exercises that can
improve hip flexibility.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, April 21, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
The shoulder is a complicated joint prone to imbalances. These imblances put shoulders
at risk of injury and diminish yoga performance. Understanding the unique
aspect of shoulder anatomy can assist in creating proper physical actions to restore
muscular balance and optimize physical abilities. This class offers an indepth view
of shoulder anatomy and the exercises that restore shoulder muscular balance.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, May 5, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration extended to May 4th. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
We interact with the world through our hands and travel the world with our feet, yet
few of us understand how to maintain these areas for optimal performance in yoga.
This class covers the complex anatomy of the elbow, wrist and hand as well as the
knee, ankle and foot. Yoga exercises to restore and enhance alignment will be explored.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, June 16, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Yoga Teaching Styles
Understanding the mind and needs of a beginning yoga student is essential for
all yoga teachers. Often group classes are lacking in the details and techniques that
can offer important insight into
how to properly and safely practice yoga. This class focuses on the foundations
of each pose and offers insight into proper asana form. Lesson plans suitable for
beginning yoga classes will be explored and teaching techniques will be practiced
to give each participant the mentoring and exponential growth, depth and
skills necessary to develop into exceptional yoga practitioners.
Hours: 8
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Registration
Saturday, November 10, 2012
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
Balance Your Body Recuperative Yoga is a visionary program
that goes beyond basic yoga instruction and focuses on a level of teaching that will
give the participant a capacity for understanding what the body needs and how to
create appropriate recuperative yoga to enhance health.
The goal of Recuperative Yoga is to create an appropriate level of yoga for any student,
ranging from those with significant
physical limitations to top athletes. The program incorporates the latest scientific
information to confirm the validity of yoga as an important tool for creating optimal muscular
balance.
Hours: 8
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Registration
January 2013
9am - 5:30pm
Early registration ends 5 days prior to class date. This class is a part of our teacher's training program, but may also be taken seperately. Those wishing to take this class seperately may register and pay using the button above. Those who wish to take this class as a part of a training program, please contact a program advisor.
The key to flexibility is strength. Yoga Core and Strength incorporates exercises
from many disciplines including
yoga, pilates, weight training and tai chi. It uses many different props which are all
easily attainable for home use and also are typically found within most gym environments.
The philosophies of proper body conditioning and the safe practice of exercise are emphasized
during this course. This course emphasizes the details necessary for students to
safely and effectively enhance their strength and conditioning
body wide.
Hours: 8
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Contact program advisor
Yoga Master Classes (Asana Techniques)
Yoga Sun Salutations can be invigorating and fun! They can be a complete practice
in and of itself. These poses linked together in a series can lengthen and strengthen,
flex and extend many of the main muscles of the body. The techniques for each different
version will be taught with emphasis on the breath and proper alignment.
Hours: 2.5
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Friday, May 4, 2011
5:30pm - 8pm
Inversions is a seminar that focuses on yoga inversion techniques.
An inversion is any pose that brings the heart below the level of the head. Understanding
the benefits and risks of inverted poses is essential in the safe use of inversions.
This class will offer the safe and proper techniques to use in inverted poses from simple to
advanced levels..
Hours: 2.5
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Registration
Friday, July 20, 2012
5:30pm - 8pm
Twists is a seminar that focuses on yoga twist techniques.
Twisting the spine can release pent up tension and joint imbalances. However, twists
need to be performed with an elongated spine. This class will explore the proper methods
of yoga twists from simple to advanced levels.
Hours: 2.5
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Yoga for the Core - Abdominal and back muscles create movement as well as
provide stability for your body. These important muscles assist in breathing, affect
the alignment of the pelvis and the flexion, extension and rotation of the trunk.
This dynamic workshop will focus on the development of the perfect balance of core strength
and flexibility, suppleness, relaxation and awareness. Increased challenge will be offered
for advanced levels and recuperative techniques will be discussed for those who suffer from
neck and back issues. Special emphasis will be focused on strengthening abdominal muscles
while releasing tension in the neck..
Hours: 2.5
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Registration
Friday, September 21, 2012
5:30pm - 8pm
Back Extensions is a seminar that focuses on yoga back extension techniques.
Extending the back can compress the spine unless proper techniques are used.
This class will focus on proper and safe techniques for all poses that extend the back from
simple to advanced levels.
Hours: 2.5
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Friday, January 13, 2012
5:30pm - 8pm
Optimal Hip Function with Yoga is a seminar that focuses on the details of enhancing hip
function through yoga. Hips are prone to imbalances that lead to a reduction of flexibility.
By focusing on balancing muscle strengths in the muscles that stabilize the hip joint, improvement
in flexibility can be gained.
Hours: 2.5
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Yoga for Arm Strength is a seminar that focuses on creating a more powerful shoulder,
elbow and wrist. Some yoga poses require the practitioner to have already developed their
upper body strength. This class will work out the weak areas which will add strength and
ability to your yoga practice.
Hours: 2.5
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Friday, November 9, 2012
5:30pm - 8pm
Yoga Intensives
The BYB Pink Ribbon Recuperative Yoga Intensive is an interactive,
two-day, 12 hour course designed
to share essential knowledge and information that is fundamental to the successful
evaluation and rehabilitation of the breast cancer survivor.
The center of training will
be the balance of body, mind and spirit, utilizing knowledge of anatomy and the integration
of information from the areas of functional exercise, shoulder rehabilitation, recuperative
yoga postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. This course is open to anyone who has
an open heart and who would like to offer a healing path for breast cancer survivors.
Hours: 12
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Contact program advisor
Anatomy Immersion of the Spine is an , interactive 6 hour course
designed to share essential knowledge and information of anatomy and assessment, yoga
asanas and muscle balancing recuperative techniques.
In this training, you will immerse yourself in the anatomy of the spine, focusing
on the bone structure, muscle attachments, tendons and ligaments. Learn how to develop
optimal spinal posture and avoid injury in headstand, shoulder stand, back-bends,
forward bends and spinal twists. Understand how to identify muscle imbalances and
what we can do to resolve them. Apply your new learning to observe others and
deepen the understanding of your own practice.
Hours: 6
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Contact program advisor
BYB Yoga Techniques
Skills for transformational yoga focus on the knowledge and understanding
of poses - and the practice of how use the proper form. Enhance
your observational skills to better assess your personal needs and
limitations in your yoga.
Class sequencing, effective communication and yoga teaching skills will be developed in
these sessions.
Hours: 1
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BYB Group Yoga Classes
Taught by Amy Garratt and Julie Byrd these classes cover
a variety of
yoga practices and principles. Classes are taught at various times and locations. See
course instructor's website for schedule details.
Amygyoga.com
Jbyrdyoga.com
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We look forward to hearing from you.
Yoga Classes with BYB Instructors
Jbyrdyoga.com Check schedules for details of classes.
Amygyoga.com