I’m feeling excited about the fall arriving.
October reminds me of a cornucopia of abundance, and right now I feel life is opening up to abundance. Restrictions are off and we can move freely once again. With that in mind, would you like to join us for some winter sunshine? Our Mexico (Nov) and Costa Rica (Feb) train ings are open for participants as teacher trainees, teacher refreshers, or to simply have a yoga retreat. Everyone is welcome to study with us at whatever level you wish to participate. Visit the website and check the options under “Programs”. Give us a call or email if you need more information. We would to spend time with you in an atmosphere of yoga!
Sometimes I feel people shy away from yoga philosophy, feeling it is too heavy or hard to understand. Well I LOVE it, so have decided to create a video series of yoga philosophical gems. The videos will be short and to the point – not long winded. I will choose topics that have been life-changing for me and many others, such as the 5 kinds of thoughtwaves, the 3 qualities of nature, the 5 vital airs, and a lot more! These recordings will be shared on facebook and Instagram. Stay tuned!
In case you missed it, SOYA has a Seva Scholarship available for teachers who know of a student who otherwise couldn’t attend yoga classes. If you know of someone you would like to recommend for this scholarship, please fill in the application form so we can share with them the wealth of yoga! https://www.soyayoga.com/seva-scholarship/
We hope your October is abundant in so many ways. And if you need more abundance in your life, perhaps try doing a daily mala of this mantra which is specific to attracting abundance into your life: Om Shreem Maha Lakshmiyea Svaha.
Thank you for being a part of our abundance.
Mugs, Bob, Becky and Elaine
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Registration for the Annual Retreat opens January 1st. Learn more here.
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Throne Pose (Bhadrasana)
The Poise, Power and Humility of the Goddess Durga
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In his book, Dr. Balkaran shares a wonderful story about a king and a merchant that have much in common, despite coming from vastly different worlds. This tale is one of the mythological stories represented in the asana, Bhadrasana, also known as the Throne Pose.
Having lost everything they loved in their lives, exiled and alone, a king and a merchant find themselves in the same ashram. Both of them are in despair, and despite the fact that they were cheated by their very people, they find themselves wondering after the welfare of their respective communities. Seeking solace, they turn to the sage. They ask him to shed light on the nature of their pain... Read more and enjoy excerpts from Raj's book "The Stories Behind the Poses"
Photo credit: Devika Menon
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Quiet, Calm and Powerful Bhadrasana
(the Butterfly Pose)
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by Rebecca Stone, SOYA Faculty, E-RYT500
This classic yoga pose is known by many names. Bhadrasana, the Butterfly pose, and Baddha Konasana, the Bound Angle Pose. It is also known as Throne Pose, Cobbler’s Posture, and the Ankle Knee Pose (IYTA Handbook of 84 Traditional Asanas).
Read here on the blog how to try Bhadrasana yourself, and learn the benefits and several variations of this seated asana.
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Pranava Dhvanyatmaka Pranayama
This beautiful pranayama focuses on the sounds of OM. The Mandukya Upanishad speaks of the 4 sounds of OM and here we practice them. This technique is described more fully on pg 107 of Letters from the Yoga Masters. Here Mugs guides you through the practice.
This and many more techniques from Letters from the Yoga Masters on the SOYA Youtube Channel. |
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Do you have Questions about yoga or how to become a yoga teacher, or advance your current knowledge? Ever wonder how to find the right school for you and what content creates a well rounded education? Do you have questions about our variety of program formats, locations or payment plans?
Join us Thurs, Nov 3 at 6pm MST for a live Q & A. Register here to receive the live link, or to receive a copy of the meeting recording.
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Seva Scholarship Fund
This SOYA program has been generously funded by friends of SOYA who have assisted in fundraising efforts through the sale of used yoga props and books. This scholarship fund is intended to serve yoga students who have had less access to yoga, including:
- LGBTQQIA+
- BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)
- Economically marginalized
- Differently-abled individuals
- Other situations where a student has been unable to access yoga
Any qualified or certified yoga teacher may nominate a person whom they feel would benefit from and be interested in experiencing some yoga classes with them, and where the student would otherwise be unable to attend. These classes may be in asana, meditation, pranayama, restorative, or specific approaches to yoga such as restorative, yin, or adaptive. The scholarship fund will award up to $100, to be paid directly to the studio or teacher offering the classes or programming.
Apply for a scholarship or donate to the fund here on the SOYA website.
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Join dear friend of SOYA, Hirdaya, for an Online Satsang Workshop or once-a-month Satsang, live from the Himalayas. Join for one offering or for all! Learn more here.
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200 Hour Foundational Yoga Teacher Training with SOYA - in person, online or both!
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2022/23 200 Hour Foundation Training
Lacombe WEEKEND Program Oct 29/22-March 5/23
Mexico IMMERSION Program Nov 18 - Dec 4, 2022
Costa Rica HYBRID Online Nov/22- Costa Rica Feb/23
Penticton WEEKENDS Jan 28-June 26, 2023
Online WEEKDAYS March 7-July 21, 2023
Michigan HYBRID Mar 7 - June 22, 2023
Sorrento IMMERSION April 3-19, 2023
Online WEEKENDS April 16, 2023 - Jan 28, 2024
Edmonton IMMERSION July 3-19, 2023
Long Reach, NB IMMERSION Aug 1-17, 2023
Prince George WEEKEND Program Sept-Dec 2023
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Small groups, transformational teachings, ongoing support!
SOYA’s curriculum will help you to excel at your yoga teaching and your yoga lifestyle.
Already a 200hr+ Yoga Teacher?? Join any training as a Refresh student for a great discounted rate. Learn more here.
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300 Hr PROFESSIONAL UPGRADE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
UPGRADE to RYT500, expanding your teaching skills and deepening your philosophical knowledge for Yoga Alliance Standards
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THREE MAIN AREAS of FOCUS:
- Advancing Teaching Skills
- Subtle Anatomy of Yoga
- Making Yoga Inclusive for All
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This training is now offered in Immersion, Weekend, Hybrid and Online formats!
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Details of Curriculum and Locations
*Online Weekdays: Module A Sept 28-Dec 21, 2022 and Module B Jan 4-April 21, 2023. Both modules req'd.
*Sorrento, BC Immersion: Fall Module Oct 3-14, Spring Module Apr 22-May 4,2023. Both modules req'd.
*USA Hybrid or In Person: meet online Tues & Thurs for one module, then in person in Michigan in Oct 2022 and/or Florida May 2023. Both Modules req'd. Start in either format.
*Mexico Hybrid: meet online Wed & Sun June 8-Oct 19, then Immersion in Melaque Mexico Nov 17-Dec 4, 2022 ** this program has begun. If you wish to start in the immersion as a first module pls contact us**
*Edmonton, AB Immersion: Module A Mar 13-24, 2023 , Module B Sept 18-29, 2023. Both modules req'd.
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LOOKING FOR A SOYA CERTIFIED TEACHER?
Check out our SOYA TEACHER DIRECTORY for Canada and abroad!
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FRIENDS OF SOYA - Referrals are Important!
There are so many Yoga Teacher Training programs, a referral can help a student be guided to choose a program that suits their needs wisely. THANK YOU!
SOYA has trained over 800 yoga teachers at international standards!
FOR EVERY referral we will send you $100 following their grad!
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