“If you don’t realize the source of truth, your buddha nature, you stumble in confusion and sorrow. When you realize where you come from you naturally become tolerant, amused, kindhearted as a grandmother, dignified as a king, immersed in the wonder, you can deal with whatever life brings you and even when death comes, you are ready.” -Tao Te Ching
Level II will focus on the cultivation of an enriched Pranic field and an in-depth investigation of Buddhist Philosophical Principles- which we mingle with psychological self-inquiry and awareness practices in Yin & Yang Yoga Asanas. This course offers advanced anatomy, Yin & Yang Posture Clinics, Neuro-physiology of the Autonomic Nervous System, the path of awakening to the Dharma, and Meditation methodology.
A specific focus on THE WATER ELEMENT - KIDNEY MERIDIAN will be honed, as our channel of vitality. The Kidneys are known as the root of life in which the optimal functioning of all the other organs rely. In the deep folds of rest and rejuvenation, our Kidney Chi requires quietude and spaciousness to enrich the Pranic resources. As such, gentle meditation, restorative yoga, and an emphasis on rest response in parasympathetic nervous system will be highlighted.
While Level I is not a required prerequisite, we do suggest you have trained previously in essential features of a Yin Yoga & mindfulness based practice.
“If you don’t realize the source of truth, your buddha nature, you stumble in confusion and sorrow. When you realize where you come from you naturally become tolerant, amused, kindhearted as a grandmother, dignified as a king, immersed in the wonder, you can deal with whatever life brings you and even when death comes, you are ready.” -Tao Te Ching
Level II will focus on the cultivation of an enriched Pranic field and an in-depth investigation of Buddhist Philosophical Principles- which we mingle with psychological self-inquiry and awareness practices in Yin & Yang Yoga Asanas. This course offers advanced anatomy, Yin & Yang Posture Clinics, Neuro-physiology of the Autonomic Nervous System, the path of awakening to the Dharma, and Meditation methodology.
A specific focus on THE WATER ELEMENT - KIDNEY MERIDIAN will be honed, as our channel of vitality. The Kidneys are known as the root of life in which the optimal functioning of all the other organs rely. In the deep folds of rest and rejuvenation, our Kidney Chi requires quietude and spaciousness to enrich the Pranic resources. As such, gentle meditation, restorative yoga, and an emphasis on rest response in parasympathetic nervous system will be highlighted.
While Level I is not a required prerequisite, we do suggest you have trained previously in essential features of a Yin Yoga & mindfulness based practice.
“TOPICS COVERED
*subject to change
Yin Yoga: Principles, Anatomy & Physiology, Asana, Breath & Lines of Energy, Traditional Chinese Medicine Meridians & Organ health, Mapping the Subtle Body, Restorative Yoga. Kidney Focus. Water Element.
Yang Yoga: Yin vs Yang Tissues. Join Action. Biomechanics in Surya Namaskar, Asana Analysis & Adjustments, Physiology of Parasympathetic Pranayama. Vinyasa Flow Practice.
Mind: Methods of Mindfulness, Shamata, Foundations of Mind, Causes of Suffering, The 4 Noble Truths, Buddhist Principles, Philosophy, & Psychology, Intermingling Heart Methods: Karuna Metta Muddita Kshama
DAILY PRACTICE AS RITUAL
Dharma talks, Yang and Yin practices, inquiry exercises and mindfulness methods will be employed daily
KALI BASMAN
International and intentful Yin & Restorative Yoga teacher of teachers, Kali Basman, offers an intermingling of wisdom disciplines: Foundations of Buddhist mindfulness, the pranic pathways of Traditional Chinese Medicine meridians, physiology of the nervous system, and individual-informed anatomy.
Leading yin and mindfulness focused trainings and retreats across the globe, Kali pays reverence to her lineage of teachers, Sarah Powers, Jack Kornfield, Judith Hanson Lasater and more.
“Kali is the definition of wisdom. I feel held in such an intuitive deep space. Her teachings are enlightening and expanding. I feel this knowledge will stay with me forever”
“Eloquent and concise, Kali speaks of ancient wisdom”
THE LOCATION
Baja Zen, Baja Sur, Mexico
PRICES
$970 double occupancy furnished safari tent (per person) [SOLD OUT]
$1015 single occupancy furnished safari tent [SOLD OUT]
$1015 shared room w/ shared bath (per person) [SOLD OUT]
$1140 single room w/ shared bath [SOLD OUT]
$1240 single room private bath [SOLD OUT]
— airport transport, full accommodation, breakfasts & dinners included —
Kali Durga Yoga offers one SEVA - SERVICE YOGI scholarship per training (does not include room & board)
Apply here for SEVA SCHOLARSHIP.
AGENDA
Thursday, January 30
Please arrive at CABO - SJD Airport before 4pm. The Shuttle will depart from Cabo -SJD Airport to Baja Zen retreat center at 4:30pm.
6 | Dinner
7-9 | Evening Program: Aspects of an Enduring Practice
Friday, January 31
7-8 | coffee tea & fruit
8:30-10 | Yang Slow Flow with Maggie Miller
10-11 | Brunch
11-2 |Module I: Mind
-The Buddha Meets Neurobiology
-Shamatha
-Dukkha & The First Noble Truth
2-4:30 | Break
4:30-6:30 | Module II: Yin
-Breath, Hara
- Water Element Asanas: Yin
-Karuna
6:30-7:30 | Dinner
8 | Yin sequence for Kidney health, Inner smile, Roles of Self & the Fear body personality structure
Saturday, February 1
7-8 | coffee tea & fruit
8:30-10 | Yang Slow Flow with Maggie Miller
10-11 | Brunch
11-2 |Module I: Mind
- Second Noble Truth in Mindful Process
-Shamatha
2-4:30 | Sangha Saturday: Excursion to Hierbabuena farm to table & organic gardens
4:30-6:30 | Module II: Yin
-More Hara
-Glimpse Practices & Earth Chi Pumps
-Metta
6:30-7:30 | Dinner
8 | Restorative Practice: Water Element & Kshama
Sunday, February 2
7-8 Sunrise Ceremony with Annie Woodward
8-8:30 coffee tea & fruits
8:30-9:45 Yin Organ Banquet & Muddita
9:45 Brunch & Shuttle to airport- arrive at SJD by 12pm. Ensure flight out is after 1pm!
A note on travel: ensure your flight gets in before 3:45pm to SJD airport on arrival day. Be sure your flight departs after 1pm on departure day to redeem the free shuttle to and from Baja Zen Retreat Center.