American Viniyoga Institute - Calendar of Events

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Jun 11-13 2013Boston, MA

SYR (Symposium on Yoga Research)

with AVI

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Jun 13-16 2013Boston, MA

SYTAR (Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research)

with Gary Kraftsow and Clare Collins

Yoga Therapy for Common Digestive Conditions -- Gain an understanding of commonly occurring digestive conditions within Ayurvedic and yoga therapy frameworks. Specific yoga therapy strategies will be discussed related to constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
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Jun 28-30 2013Walnut Creek, CA

Workshop

with Gary Kraftsow

Yoga for Stress Management -- Gary developed the successful Stress Management protocol for Aetna Insurance Company staff. The intervention introduced tools for managing stress including asana, breathing techniques, relaxation, mental techniques, and education.
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Aug 2-4 2013Honolulu, HI

Workshop

with Gary Kraftsow

A special weekend program on the philosophical foundations of Tantric Yoga, as well as the methods and purposes of practices that have emerged from the tradition.
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Aug 16-23 2013Lenox, MA

Yoga Workshop

with Gary Kraftsow

Three in-depth 3-day Optimal Health workshops to explore the outer and inner goals of asana, pranayama, and meditation from the Viniyoga perspective.
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Aug 24-25 2013Chapel Hill, NC

Workshop at Triangle Yoga

with Gary Kraftsow

Experience the successful National Institutes of Health--recognized Viniyoga protocol for lower back pain as we investigate the biomechanics of the lower back, sacrum, and hips and learn about the types of problems that can affect these areas.
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Sept 13-15 2013Rapid City, SD

Yoga Therapy Summit

with Gary Kraftsow

Gary will present the yoga therapy perspective and methods for working with Anxiety and Depression. We'll focus on psychological aspects of the human system, explore models of the integrated personality that emerge from Vedic teachings, and discover the science of meditation that the ancients developed for reducing suffering and cultivating our higher human potential.
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Sep 22-29 2013Estes Park, CO

Yoga Journal Conference

with Gary Kraftsow

Yoga for Anxiety and Depression; Reading the Body and Observations for Teachers; Meditation, Mantra, and Visualization; Low Back, Sacrum, Hips; Quantum Transformation; Yoga and the Chakras
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Oct 31-Nov 3 2013Hollywood, FL

Yoga Journal Conference

with Gary Kraftsow

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Nov 13-17 2013Burlingame, CA

Heart Mind Retreat

with Gary Kraftsow and Mirka Scalco Kraftsow

Discover and Transform Deep Patterns -- Join us for the first in a series of retreats beginning with an emphasis on deep inner work intended to help unlock and tap into your innate power, strengthen your will and determination, and ultimately realize and actualize your highest potential.
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I have been looking at different styles of yoga for awhile. I am interested in becoming a teacher. This has made me look at yoga in a whole new way. It makes sense. I think it will be a perfect fit for me.

M.P., Forest Hill, MD

Gary speaks from a great depth of immersion in, and understanding of the ancient roots of yoga practice and philosophy. He combines this with a sound practical focus, and is able to communicate with clarity and humor.

A.K., Carmel, IN

I always knew yoga was much more than just asana. It is nice to hear someone with the knowledge and experience to communicate that with all people. Felt great!

A.P., Indianapolis, IN

Thank you! I have enjoyed studying and practicing using Yoga for Wellness. Recently I added the DVDs and now I get to experience Gary LIVE! WooHoo! Awesome weekend. Just what the yoga therapist ordered.

M.R., Sacramento, CA

Thank you for the amazing depth of information on true yoga.

S.W., Auburn, CA

So far, the most helpful, informative, and use-friendly seminar at the conference.

L.S., Modesto, CA

Gary's depth of knowledge on the sutras and how to interpret them with respect to yoga therapy is wonderful. He has a unique quality to share his gift of therapy...

K.M, Denton, TX

I didn’t grasp everything he said. I couldn’t. The concepts he presented are profound and would take lifetimes to fully absorb. Nevertheless, they gave me a glimpse of what is possible. And that was the theme of the workshop: the possibilities for us as human beings to optimize our conditions, not other people’s conditions, but ours. Gary gave the example of an Olympic athlete and a paraplegic person, the end goal for them might be different, but they both have the potential to optimize their current conditions.

Nikki Chan, Seattle, WA in her blog about Optimal Health: The Viniyoga Perspective in Portland, OR

I have meditated for almost 15 years and got relaxation from it but not really anything deeper. Now I feel I have the tools and better understanding of how this can affect my life.

D.J., Wheaton, IL

This workshop has been informative, inspirational and extremely beneficial for my personal and professional practice.

A.T., Chicago, IL