3 Courses on the subject of Nada Yoga
The Yoga of Sound
Nada Yoga is the Yoga of Subtle Sound. A part of Tantra, it consists of a series of techniques leading to an increasingly refined tuning of our perception, energised body and mind, and a heightened awareness of our chakras. Exploring levels of sound from gross to subtle gradually draws us closer to our highest potential.
The seminar will cover the following:
- Philosophical background of the concept of Nada
- Introduction to Indian Classical Music, including raga and tala
- Chakra sensitisation using Indian music scales
- Work with body and breath incorporating concepts of Nada
- Developing a practice of meditation with sound
- Contemplation on the mantra Om
- Relating the practice of Nada Yoga to daily life
From Sound to Silence
In this course we effect the transition from sound to silence through music, mantra yoga and body work, and we reflect on the meaning and nature of Silence.
From Sound to Silence is a natural progression from Nada Yoga – The Yoga of Subtle Sound. Although it is helpful, it is not a requirement that participants should have done the previous course. It is designed to take the practice of Nada Yoga to a deeper level, and prepare participants for an in-depth study of the Mandukya Upanishad.
This course covers:
- Overview of the concept of Nada
- Harmony and balance in posture and movement
- Working with mantras
- Sound and the chakra paradigm
- Exploring conscious deep sleep through Yoga Nidra
- Reflecting on the mantra OM through selected verses from the Upanishads
- Meditation
Music of AUM
Deepening our understanding of Nada through reflection and meditation on the mantra Om. Introducing the Mandukya Upanishad through Chanting and Reflection. This course is the third in the series on the subject of Nada Yoga. In this course we will:
- chant/recite the text with awareness of Sanskrit pronunciation and metre
- explore the text with a view to reflecting on its meaning and essence
- develop a practice of meditation with the mantra OM
- integrate asana, pranayama with the study, leading to a more holistic approach