NEXT 3 CLASSES
| Day | Time | Teacher | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 9:00–AM | Steve | Level–I |
| Sat | 12:30–PM | Douglas | Level–II-III |
| Sat | 2:30–PM | Various | FREE–-–Beginners |
LOCATION
1205 East Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98122.
206-329-4070
Our beautiful, spacious yoga studio in Seattle is located on Capitol Hill at the corner of 12th Ave. and E. Pike St. The entrance is on E. Pike St. and we are on the first floor. We are on the #11 busline and if driving, be sure to come at least 10 minutes early. Â Parking is a challenge with all the new construction in the area.
the CENTER
At Samadhi Yoga our aim is to share the magic of yoga to help students attain the essential state of joy or Samadhi. Our center promotes the practice of yoga in a supportive environment with the ultimate goal of helping to build a world of peace and unity.
Samadhi literally translated means transcendental bliss. Yoga means yoke or union. (We yoke our individual mind to the Divine or higher mind.)
Samadhi is the 8th stage or branch on the "tree" of Ashtanga yoga first written down by Patanjali more than 2,000 years ago. Yama and Niyama are the rules and observances for living, Asana are the yogic postures, Pranayama are breathing practices, Pratyahara is withdrawing the senses to facilitate Dharana (concentration or focus) and Dhyana (meditation). By integrating these tools into our daily lives, we are likely to realize the great peace that lies within. Through yoga we may realize our timeless connection to Spirit and to each other, in community. One needn't subscribe to any particular beliefs to receive the immense benefits of yoga. It is a time-tested recipe for manifesting the highest state of being.
the PRACTICE
Samadhi Yoga combines vigorous, athletic yoga with slow, sustained stretches, refinement of alignment in held poses, as well as emphasis on the breath and focus of the mind. In short it is a practice of moving meditation. Samadhi yoga is a method evolved from Hunt's own research and experience in yoga and dance.
Just as metal can be reshaped by application of heat, the body can be transformed by blending the "fire of prana"-the vital life force in all living things with sequential asanas or yogic postures.
Classes include traditional yoga chanting in Sanskrit and deep meditation intended to carry us further in our journey towards Samadhi.
We are reminded to listen to our bodies and enjoy the evolution of becoming fully present in the here and now.
EVENTS

Friday, July 10, 6:30 p.m. Free talk, demonstration,and open house about Shadow Yoga with Lita Saturday, July 11 8:30-10:30am $30 Sunday, July 12 8:30-10:30am $30 ($50 both days) Shadow Yoga is a style of Hatha Yoga which includes insights from classical yoga texts, South indian medicine, martial arts, and dance. The practice is structured to begin with very simple movements, which allow one to build slowly as your abilities grow and skills develop.Ultimately the practice is tailored to each individual, but first there are set sequences which act as a guide towards greater knowledge and ability. Through working with and mastering the preliminary sequences, it becomes easier to overcome blockages and feel stronger, more balanced and more alert. The practice then yields more benefits, as the student has already gained sensitivity and awareness through the basic work.This weekend workshop will serve as an introduction to Shadow Yoga. If you practice or have tried other styles of yoga, you may find that this practice supports and gives insights to these other activities. If you have never practiced yoga, this is an excellent place to start!

Saturday Intro $30

Sunday Intro $30
Both days Shadow Yoga
Heart Medicine: An invocation to the Jewel in the lotus of the heart
Saturday, August 1st, 7:30pm by donation You are invited to a guided, Gaian creation story, communally sung (and breathed, toned, spirit-languaged) in the traditionof shamanic medicine circles. This multi-cultural song-circle event effects spiritual healing thru blossoming us beneath the Sunlight of our opening Hearts. Those who don't think they can sing are encouraged to come and claim the birthright of a singing species. M.T.Xen is an educator and ceremonialist. For more information visit www.tribesofcreation.com