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Teaching Residency at Padma Studio in Fairfax

February 2-February 7

Join Alison for in person classes at Padma Studio in Fairfax, CA.

Vinyasa Class: Friday 2/2 at 12pm

Strong Back, Soft Front: Saturday 2/3, 8:30am

WORKSHOP: Connection: Deep Front Line and Beyond, Saturday 2/3, 3pm

Revolving & Evolving, Sunday 2/4, 9:30am

Vinyasa Class: Wednesday 2/7 at 12pm

Bend Yoga Festival

June 6-9, 2024
Bend, OR

Use the code KANDA for 20% off your pass

Session 1: Know Your Nervous System

In Know Your Nervous System you'll learn about the branches of your nervous system, what activates them, how they influence your body, mind, and neurochemistry. You'll learn what this means for practice and teaching. For example:

When I'm stressed what's the best way to practice?

When I'm low energy how do I honor my body and generate vitality?

Which breathing techniques build energy?

What breathing techniques create calm, cool, and content?

After the presentation, we'll have a little Q&A, then a short movement and breathing practice to get your new knowledge in your body.

Session 2: Polyvagal Theory meets Yoga Philosophy

In Polyvagal Theory meets Yoga Philosophy, you'll explore the intersection of modern neuroscience and ancient philosophy. You'll learn the basics of Polyvagal Theory and what it contributes to yoga practice and teaching. Then we'll get creative with how it correlates to Rasa Theory and Aligned Motives for practice. Come curious! This session will give you new dimensions for practice on and off the mat.

Expect a presentation, journaling, and Q&A.

Use the code KANDA for 20% off your pass

Weekly Classes at Yoga Shala Bend

Every week, we ground and grow:

Mondays 4:30pm

Wednesday 12pm

Previous Events

  • Embodiment Education

    This three class series was a collaboration between Alison Smith and Trina Mann. It is a combination of lectures and practice to help you better understand and connect with your body.

    This class is available in the Virtual Library.

  • Theory of Therapeutics at Padma Studio in Fairfax

    Learn the hows and whys of therapeutic alignment principles (like how breathing with circumference creates a strong core and why this is key for lower back stability). Understand common misalignments (like the knee dropping in during standing poses) and their antidotes.

  • Masterclass: Bony Landmarks & Bandhas at Padma Studio in Fairfax

    What if alignment felt less like a checklist and more like powerful, natural connection? What if alignment was less figuring it out and more feeling into it? What if 4 key points could get you dialed in physically and energetically?

  • The Cosmic Dance & The 5 Acts of Shiva

    This special event will cover the iconography of Shiva Nataraja and the 5 Acts of Shiva. Learn the steps of the Cosmic Dance: Creation, Dissolution, Sustenance, Concealment and Revelation. Then apply these principles to your practice.

    This class is available in the Virtual Library.

  • Myth of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk

    This event contained a story time session as well as a long practice. The practice includes poses linked to characters and themes in the myth. You'll leave with the knowledge of the myth and a felt sense of the story.

    This class is available in the Virtual Library.

  • Aim is Everything: Dharma and Aligned Motives for Practice

    What's your intention for practice? There is a powerful teaching on "aligned motive for practice." And here's the wild twist. EVERYONE starts with a mis-aligned motive for practice. Yup. Everyone.

    This class is available in the Virtual Library.

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