Svaroopa yoga and meditation series to run Jan. 5-April 5
Sandy ‘Mati’ Gilbert has been certified by Swami Nirmalananda, spiritual leader and master teacher at Svaroopa Vidya Ashram, to teach a new series of 90-minute Svaroopa yoga classes that will include both asana (poses) and meditation in every class, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., Sundays, Jan. 5 to April 5, with no classes Feb. 2 and 16. Cost is $150.
Doing poses before meditation has always been part of the ancient yoga tradition, and this format has been taught in Western ashram-based yoga styles for decades. Svaroopa yoga’s focus has always been using spinal opening poses to prepare the individual to go inward and experience svaroopa, the bliss of one’s own being.
The goal of this class is to open the spine and the mind, and also to take participants deep into meditation for inner self-experience. To accomplish this goal, participants sign up for the entire 12-week program. They must be able to attend the first class, and continued attendance is important. Each week builds on the poses and meditation provided in previous weeks.
Rehoboth Beach Yoga is located at 20245 Bay Vista Road, Unit 101, Rehoboth Beach. There is plenty of free parking. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. To register or for more information, email sandy@rehobothbeachyoga.com or call 302-226-1071.
