NOTE:
Students can choose two sequences to practice per course. First time students, students who have been absent for a period of time, and TT students must do Moon Sequence as one of those options. It takes minimum 2 years to learn all four of the Foundation Sequences thoroughly.

Also, for first time students, I recommend purchasing the book Vinyasa Krama Mandiram, and begin to practice at least the start of Moon Sequence and the Sunshine Sequence (the first half of each) for at least 6 months prior to a course with me. I also recommend attending any online classes that you can. This will best prepare you for the course.

You can also try the Moon Sequence DVD:
www.yogatemple.com/dvds

COURSE TIMETABLE
(Subject to minor changes)

630am – 930am Sun to Fri Led Classes and Self Practice
(Led classes on Sun and Mon during the first two weeks)
2-5pm Sun to Weds: Pranayama, Asana Workshops, Philosophy, Meditation
Thur and Fri afternoon Free, All Saturday Free

PRANAYAMA, MEDITATION and PHILOSOPHY

During all courses, all students will begin learning Pranayama Krama Level I, and Advaita Vedanta Self-Enquiry. Pranayama is a great stepping stone for meditation, and also has a profound effect on calming the nervous system – Pranayama is possibly the most direct way (or the only way) to truly affect the unconscious patterns of the nervous system – the fight or flight response.

VK Pranayama has been rigorously developed over more than two decades of practice and experimentation. We do not teach complicated or difficult Pranayama at the beginning – unlike many ‘traditions’ – rather we focus on good structural breathing practices that are easy to learn and accessible for students with almost any constitution or condition – easy to learn, hard to master, is the core philosophy. There are four main Foundation Pranayama, and four Support Pranayama. To learn these thoroughly takes a minimum of 2 years. No prior Pranayama experience is required, rather, students must cease all other Pranayama practices while on a course with me.

I would also suggest reading about Advaita Vedanta and learning some of the basics prior to attendance. Please follow the link:
www.sriramanamaharshi.org

OPENING and CLOSING CLASSES

Please note, all courses start at 4pm on Saturday afternoon, an introductory meet and greet, orientation and course information. It is critical that all students attend this class, even though it does not involve any asana… Most month long courses will finish on Friday morning at 1030am, the final morning for Self Practice and Teacher Training. All students are expected to attend all classes, and cannot miss the opening and closing sessions, for any reason. Please adjust your flights accordingly.

COURSE FEES

$1950 AUD for 4 weeks
$1100 AUD for 2 weeks

+ Discounts for students with an Online Membership (VKM FB page)

Contact: bendsalot@gmail.com

REFUND POLICY

From January 2020 there will no longer be any refunds available for courses.

Although I understand booking and committing one year (or more) in advance is a big deal for some people, it is the nature of my courses. As I limit all courses to 20 students, I am guaranteeing everyone individual attention. My courses are all high in content and quality! So, I expect students to be willing and able to make this commitment, both financial and personal, to the teachings I am offering. I do so with ongoing commitment myself – to help, serve and be as beneficial as possible.

There will be some exceptions to the ‘no refund policy’ in the case of hospitalisation, or other significant trauma. Lack of finances, personal trouble, work changes, or other reasons will not be considered.

TRANSFERS

Once payment is made, you have made a significant commitment. Thank you! You can make a transfer to another course at any time as long as I can find someone to take your place in the prior course.