Foundation Evening

Service Description

A Journey into the Philosophy & Practice of Yoga Yoga Alliance Certified • Weekday Evening Program Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:30–8:30 pm (America/Toronto), November 2 to December 4, 2026. About 30 contact hours across fifteen evening sessions. For the complete prospectus, email us at breathe@theyogshala.org or message us at 514-575-0009. Yoga is much more than movement. Long before yoga became associated with flexibility or fitness, it was a complete system for body, breath, mind, and consciousness. Postures were preparation. Our Classical Haṭha Yoga Foundation is designed for anyone who wants to move beyond simply practising yoga and begin understanding it. Whether you’re new to yoga, a dedicated practitioner, or a teacher strengthening your foundation, this course offers a structured introduction to principles that have guided yoga for thousands of years. At Yogshala, we don’t simply teach you what to practise—we teach you why. ⸻ What You’ll Learn Master the Complete Surya Namaskāra Surya Namaskāra (Sun Salutation) is widely practised, yet few understand its traditional significance. In this course you’ll learn: * The complete Surya Namaskāra sequence * Proper alignment and breathing * The 12 Surya Mantras * The meaning behind each mantra * The symbolism of the Sun in the yogic tradition * How to practise Surya Namaskāra as a meditative discipline rather than simply a physical exercise ⸻ Classical Haṭha Yoga Develop a strong foundation in traditional Haṭha Yoga through carefully guided practice. You’ll explore: * Foundational yoga postures * Alignment and safe movement * Traditional sequencing * Building a sustainable personal practice * The purpose behind every posture Rather than memorizing shapes, you’ll understand how physical practice prepares the body for deeper yogic disciplines. ⸻ Prāṇāyāma (Breathwork) Discover why the breath is considered one of the most powerful tools in yoga. Learn foundational breathing techniques including: * Nāḍī Śodhana * Bhrāmarī * Ujjāyī * Kapālabhāti * Yogic breathing * Breath awareness and regulation You’ll understand not only how to practise them, but when, why, and their traditional purpose. ⸻ Meditation (Dhyāna) Meditation is one of the central pillars of yoga. Throughout the course you’ll learn: * Breath meditation * Concentration (Dhāraṇā) * Trāṭaka * Traditional meditation techniques * Building a consistent personal practice ⸻ Foundations of the Chakra System The chakra system