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Yoga Alliance Certified • Weekend Program 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 understanding the body, the breath, the mind, and consciousness. The postures were never the destination—they were the preparation. Our Classical Haṭha Yoga Foundation is designed for anyone who wants to move beyond simply practising yoga and begin understanding it. At Yogshala, we don’t simply teach you what to practise—we teach you why. Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00–9:00 pm (America/Toronto), starting the second weekend of November 2026. About 30 contact hours across eight weekends. ⸻ What You’ll Learn Master the Complete Surya Namaskāra 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 ⸻ Prāṇāyāma (Breathwork) Learn foundational breathing techniques including Nāḍī Śodhana, Bhrāmarī, Ujjāyī, Kapālabhāti, yogic breathing, and breath awareness. ⸻ Meditation (Dhyāna) Breath meditation, concentration (Dhāraṇā), Trāṭaka, and building a consistent personal practice. ⸻ Foundations of the Chakra System Traditional foundations of the seven chakras, their symbolism, and their relationship with the body, breath, mind, and awareness. ⸻ Philosophy & History of Yoga The meaning of Yoga, history and evolution, classical Haṭha Yoga, introduction to Raja Yoga, the Eight Limbs, Yamas & Niyamas, basic Sanskrit terminology, and yoga as a way of life. ⸻ Who Is This Course For? Beginners, regular practitioners, future teachers preparing for a 200-hour training, certified teachers revisiting foundations, and anyone interested in studying yoga beyond the physical practice. No previous yoga experience is required. Certification: Yoga Alliance Certified