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David Swenson at the Ashtanga Space, Brussels, May 3rd to 5th and May 6th to 12th 2024.I'm thrilled to announce that David Swenson, one of the most renowned and experienced Ashtanga yoga teachers in the world, will be gracing us with his presence in Brussels for an inspiring 10-day visit in 2024!
Join us in this extraordinary opportunity to learn and practice with a true master of the art! |
WEEKEND WORKSHOP, May 3rd to May 5th 2024.
VENUE: Ecole de danse Choréart, Ch. d'Alsemberg 985, 1180 Uccle.
PRICE: 295€ - single session 60€ (priority will be given to those who book the entire workshop).
Spaces will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to secure your spot early!
Hopes, Dreams, Anticipations, and Reality of Practicing Ashtanga Yoga.
Friday May 3rd 2024
18h -20h
MMMmmmysore Class
The tastiest way to practice for personal growth and enhanced understanding.
Led classes are wonderful. We can unplug and wait for the teacher to tell us what to do next. This is soothing, nurturing and fulfilling. This approach however is like a chaperoned relationship with the yoga. The teacher always looking over our shoulder to remind us of every breath and movement. This is a blessed way to practice and is certainly valid! But within this approach we can run the risk of becoming dependent on the teachers’ guidance to the point that we do not have a sense of our own rhythm, timing and breath. In order to truly develop a deep and personal relationship with the yoga we need to wean our self away from the teachers’ words and seek the voice of Ashtanga as it arises through the sound of our own breath and the dancing flow of the sequence. The teacher is still present yet only to assist where absolutely necessary. To guide when needed and advise when required. Now the depths of practice spread’s her arms and welcomes us into the flow. This relationship once established is freedom! Now we stand on our own and walk hand in hand with the practice and the ancient wisdom gained from the direct connection. The greatest teachers instill strength, independence and confidence into their students. Mysore practice is a stepping-stone to the path of self-reliance.
Saturday May 4th 2024
9h30 - 11h30
A Day in the Life of First Series
The day begins with a fully guided tour through the traditional flow of the Primary Series. As always there will be alternatives offered and compassionate attention provided so that all levels will feel comfortable to participate within their particular levels.
13h - 15:30
Asanas, Alternatives and Attitude
The asanas, sequence and inherent energetic expression of the Primary series will be explored through discussion and applications within a short flow. If there are specific requests for details about certain asanas, conditions and alternatives David will share his insights and practical advice for practicing of the Primary Series to manifest its inherent purpose as a therapeutic and healing experience.
16h - 17h30
Fear, Focus, Forgiveness and Fulfillment
Open discussion, stories told and questions asked by the participants in regards to treading the path of practice whilst confronting the pitfalls, pratfalls and fearful encounters of the yogic journey.
Sunday May 5th 2024
9h30 - 11h30
Scorpions, Peacocks and Insects that fly. Oh My! Intermediate Series and the Creatures Within: compassionately Led Intermediate.
The day begins with a compassionate and measured flow of the Intermediate Series. There are many practitioners that feel a bit intimidated by the second series. It is truly an elegant, beautiful and graceful arrangement of asanas that is much more accessible than one might think. David is incredibly intuitive, sensitive and expert in presenting the practice with care, clarity and joy! EVERY asana may be modified, amplified or demystified to suit the needs of every individual. Come and see for yourself!
13h - 15h30
Entering the Jungle and Animal Encounters.
There is a wonderful ‘zoological’ component within the Intermediate Series as the animals come out to play in this dynamic and invigorating sequence. In this second session of the day David will present ways to approach these animals with care, wonder and joy! They will address any specific areas of interest expressed by the participants as well as providing wisdom gained from personal encounters with the wondrous creatures and the cleansing effects on the nervous system, mind and emotional releases from the power of practice.
16h - 17h30
Advantages of Age and the Myth of Eternal Youth
Once again there will be open discussion, stories told and questions taken from the participants this time with the focus being on the inevitable reality of aging and the struggles of acceptance, uncertainty of the unknown and the peace found from embracing the journey.
Teacher Training / Yoga Immersion (40h)
VENUE: Ecole de danse Choréart, Ch. d'Alsemberg 985, 1180 Uccle
PRICE: 895€
This 40-hour course is designed as an intensive immersion into the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga.
This course will cover the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. The participants will learn safe and effective hands-on adjustments through partner work for all of the asanas, practicalities of conducting a class and yoga theory. This is a deep immersion into the details underlying the practice and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga. During the course all participants will be engaged in teaching and adjusting each other through. It is a fun and energizing experience. There is a wealth of invaluable knowledge to be learned and tools for practice to be gained by all attending.
Participants should have a consistent personal practice of Ashtanga Yoga and understand the flow and sequencing of the primary series asanas. The course is not designed as an avenue to learn the sequence but rather to teach Ashtanga Yoga or to deepen an existing practice. (If in doubt about this, please talk to Francesca).
As in all courses run by David there is sure to be plenty of laughter and joy woven into the experience. Many previous participants have commented about learning more than they’d ever imagined possible in a weeklong course while having so much fun in the process.
Day One – Five: 9:30 – 12:30 and 14:00 – 17:00
Day Six: 9:30 – 13:30 and 15:00 - 17:00
Day Seven: 9:30 – 13:30 Finish
Cancellation policy
For cancellations made before March 1st 2024: 50% refund.
For cancellations between March 1st and April 1st 2024: 30% refund.
No refund after April 1st 2024, but you are welcome to find someone to take your place.
A cancellation fee of €20 is applicable to all upon withdrawal.
INFO AND BOOKINGS: Francesca, dirossof@gmail.com
Friday May 3rd 2024
18h -20h
MMMmmmysore Class
The tastiest way to practice for personal growth and enhanced understanding.
Led classes are wonderful. We can unplug and wait for the teacher to tell us what to do next. This is soothing, nurturing and fulfilling. This approach however is like a chaperoned relationship with the yoga. The teacher always looking over our shoulder to remind us of every breath and movement. This is a blessed way to practice and is certainly valid! But within this approach we can run the risk of becoming dependent on the teachers’ guidance to the point that we do not have a sense of our own rhythm, timing and breath. In order to truly develop a deep and personal relationship with the yoga we need to wean our self away from the teachers’ words and seek the voice of Ashtanga as it arises through the sound of our own breath and the dancing flow of the sequence. The teacher is still present yet only to assist where absolutely necessary. To guide when needed and advise when required. Now the depths of practice spread’s her arms and welcomes us into the flow. This relationship once established is freedom! Now we stand on our own and walk hand in hand with the practice and the ancient wisdom gained from the direct connection. The greatest teachers instill strength, independence and confidence into their students. Mysore practice is a stepping-stone to the path of self-reliance.
Saturday May 4th 2024
9h30 - 11h30
A Day in the Life of First Series
The day begins with a fully guided tour through the traditional flow of the Primary Series. As always there will be alternatives offered and compassionate attention provided so that all levels will feel comfortable to participate within their particular levels.
13h - 15:30
Asanas, Alternatives and Attitude
The asanas, sequence and inherent energetic expression of the Primary series will be explored through discussion and applications within a short flow. If there are specific requests for details about certain asanas, conditions and alternatives David will share his insights and practical advice for practicing of the Primary Series to manifest its inherent purpose as a therapeutic and healing experience.
16h - 17h30
Fear, Focus, Forgiveness and Fulfillment
Open discussion, stories told and questions asked by the participants in regards to treading the path of practice whilst confronting the pitfalls, pratfalls and fearful encounters of the yogic journey.
Sunday May 5th 2024
9h30 - 11h30
Scorpions, Peacocks and Insects that fly. Oh My! Intermediate Series and the Creatures Within: compassionately Led Intermediate.
The day begins with a compassionate and measured flow of the Intermediate Series. There are many practitioners that feel a bit intimidated by the second series. It is truly an elegant, beautiful and graceful arrangement of asanas that is much more accessible than one might think. David is incredibly intuitive, sensitive and expert in presenting the practice with care, clarity and joy! EVERY asana may be modified, amplified or demystified to suit the needs of every individual. Come and see for yourself!
13h - 15h30
Entering the Jungle and Animal Encounters.
There is a wonderful ‘zoological’ component within the Intermediate Series as the animals come out to play in this dynamic and invigorating sequence. In this second session of the day David will present ways to approach these animals with care, wonder and joy! They will address any specific areas of interest expressed by the participants as well as providing wisdom gained from personal encounters with the wondrous creatures and the cleansing effects on the nervous system, mind and emotional releases from the power of practice.
16h - 17h30
Advantages of Age and the Myth of Eternal Youth
Once again there will be open discussion, stories told and questions taken from the participants this time with the focus being on the inevitable reality of aging and the struggles of acceptance, uncertainty of the unknown and the peace found from embracing the journey.
Teacher Training / Yoga Immersion (40h)
VENUE: Ecole de danse Choréart, Ch. d'Alsemberg 985, 1180 Uccle
PRICE: 895€
This 40-hour course is designed as an intensive immersion into the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga.
This course will cover the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. The participants will learn safe and effective hands-on adjustments through partner work for all of the asanas, practicalities of conducting a class and yoga theory. This is a deep immersion into the details underlying the practice and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga. During the course all participants will be engaged in teaching and adjusting each other through. It is a fun and energizing experience. There is a wealth of invaluable knowledge to be learned and tools for practice to be gained by all attending.
Participants should have a consistent personal practice of Ashtanga Yoga and understand the flow and sequencing of the primary series asanas. The course is not designed as an avenue to learn the sequence but rather to teach Ashtanga Yoga or to deepen an existing practice. (If in doubt about this, please talk to Francesca).
As in all courses run by David there is sure to be plenty of laughter and joy woven into the experience. Many previous participants have commented about learning more than they’d ever imagined possible in a weeklong course while having so much fun in the process.
Day One – Five: 9:30 – 12:30 and 14:00 – 17:00
Day Six: 9:30 – 13:30 and 15:00 - 17:00
Day Seven: 9:30 – 13:30 Finish
Cancellation policy
For cancellations made before March 1st 2024: 50% refund.
For cancellations between March 1st and April 1st 2024: 30% refund.
No refund after April 1st 2024, but you are welcome to find someone to take your place.
A cancellation fee of €20 is applicable to all upon withdrawal.
INFO AND BOOKINGS: Francesca, dirossof@gmail.com