Mysore Yoga Traditions Conference
Jan 8-18 2022
Live in Mysore and Broadcasted throughout the world!
SAMSKRITI FOUNDATION
AND
ASHTANGA YOGA STUDIO
ARE COLLABORATING TO CREATE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT!
MYSORE YOGA TRADITIONS CONFERENCE IS A SINCERE CONVERSATION BETWEEN CULTURES. IT IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF YOGA FROM THE BRILLIANT SANSKRIT SCHOLARS AND YOGIS OF MYSORE. EVEN IF YOU HAVE STUDIED ASANA FOR DECADES IN MYSORE, THIS CONFERENCE WILL OPEN A WHOLE NEW DIMENSION AND GIVE A DEEPER INSIGHT INTO THE COMMUNITY THAT GAVE US ASHTANGA VINYASA YOGA.
THE THIRD ANNUAL MYSORE YOGA CONFERENCE WILL BE ONLINE AND ACCESSIBLE TO THE WHOLE WORLD!
Andrew Eppler is the Director and Producer of the film Mysore Yoga Traditions and a well known Ashtanga Yoga teacher. Andrew will be working together with Dr. MA Alwar and Dr. Lakshmi Thathachar of the Samskriti Foundation in Mysore to create this unique yoga experience.
THIS IS MORE THAN JUST A CONFERENCE
IT’S A CONVERSATION BETWEEN CULTURES AS TOP SCHOLARS FROM INDIA TEACH THE WORLD DEEP YOGA PHILOSOPHY
No one knows the history and philosophy of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga better than the Sanskrit community of Mysore!
From the origin of the Ashtanga sequences that have had a huge impact on yoga world wide, to the philosophical foundations of this global practice, all questions can be answered.
Senior Sanskrit scholars from the Maharaja's Sanskrit College and around Mysore are collaborating to create a unique experience for the international yoga community. This retreat will provide an authentic, authoritative, behind the scenes look into the fabric of yoga culture in Mysore. The scholars of Mysore are not selling a brand of yoga or anything else. They simply share their views about what yoga means to them, and what foreign people can do to move further into yoga practice, especially in our attitude and behavior. This is an opportunity for us to mature our yoga practice beyond simply practicing postures.
MYSORE HOLDS MANY SECRETS! EXPERIENCE THE RICHNESS AND BEAUTY OF MYSORE'S YOGA COMMUNITY FIRST HAND.
CONNECT WITH THE WISDOM OF MYSORE
In today's yoga world many foreign yoga practitioners would like to feel connected with an ancient tradition through Yoga. We believe that learning the philosophy of yoga directly from the elders of Mysore can help us come closer to this tradition.
The Yoga of Mysore has been debated about for decades. What is traditional? What isn't?
How can we participate in this tradition or Parampara?
The compassion, sincerity, academic brilliance, and deep reverence for yoga and all spiritual practice among the scholars of Mysore will leave you stunned.
THE SCHOLARS OF MYSORE HAVE VAST KNOWLEDGE OF ALL PHILOSOPHY BOTH EASTERN AND WESTERN. THEIR MESSAGES CAN TRULY INSPIRE US AND EVOLVE OUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE YOGA WE LOVE TO PRACTICE.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
The main theme of this year's conference is "History of Yoga in Mysore". The history of modern yoga has been debated for decades. Let's consult the people who were actually there! Other topics will include Ayurveda, Sankhya Philosophy, Maṇḍalabrāhmaṇopaniṣad - a Yogic Upaniṣad., Svādhīna-sañjīvanam - a modern text on Yoga, and an in depth discussion of the life and teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya by the head of the Mysore Yoga Mandiram in Chennai. We will be constantly referring to the Bhagavad Gita and Pattanjali Sutras as we explore Indian Philosophy as a whole. Join us as we honor some of the last living students of Sri Krishnamacharya!
This retreat aims to give a true understanding of yoga by direct transmission from senior teachers with a lifetime of experience. Learn about the real Mysore Yoga Parampara which does not rest on any one person but comes from a whole community.
MEET THE TEACHERS
Collectively these great scholars, yogis, and spiritual leaders in the community truly carry the spirit of yoga in Mysore. They have memorized more scripture than most western yoga students will ever read. There is nothing about the history and philosophy of yoga in Mysore that they do not know. By studying with them we can gain deep insight and a clear understanding of the yoga that made a positive impact on so many lives!
19:30 India
16:00 Eastern Europe
15:00 Western Europe
14:00 England
8:00 am Oklahoma (Central Standard time USA)
DAILY SCHEDULE
Our conferences will be held from 19:30-22:30
India time.
There will be two lectures each day for one hour each followed by a period of questions and answers.
We will finish with a group discussion.
Asana Schedule
Daily Asana Classes with Top Teachers
Each day we will have an Asana Session which is inspired by the yoga of Mysore! We have chosen teachers from all around the world who have spent decades teaching yoga. Let's have a multicultural, international conversation with the elders of Mysore about just what authentic yoga really is!
The Asana Classes will be held right after the lectures.
Timing
Oklahoma (CST USA) 11:30am -1:30pm
London 17:30 -19:30
Western Europe 18:30 - 20:30
Eastern Europe19:30 - 21-30
India 23:00 - 1:00
SPEAKER SCHEDULE
Monday January 18
Dr. MA Alwar - Introduction and Meaning of Traditional Yoga
Tuesday Jan. 19
Dr. Lakshmi Thathachar - Mysore Yoga Parampara
Wednesday Jan. 20
Dr. MA Jayashree - Mantra Chanting
Dr. MA Narasimhan - History of Yoga in Mysore Thursday Jan 21
Thursday Jan. 21
Dr. Jayaraman Mahadevan
Importance of Traditional Commentary in Patanjali Yoga Sutras- A few Insights
Introduction to the Yoga Yajnavalkya Samhita
Friday Jan. 22
Dr. V. Prakash - Food/Health and Yoga/Wellness
Saturday Jan. 23
Dr. Nagaraj Rao - The Passion of Yoga Philosophy
Sunday Jan 24
Dr. Darshan Shankar - History, Epistemology and Ontology of Ayurveda
The Essence of Yoga Shastra
Monday Jan. 25
Dr. GG Gangadharan - Fundamentals of Ayurveda and its Relevance Today
Sri Tapan Raj - Vinyasa Krama
Tuesday Jan. 26
Dr. KS Kannan - Maṇḍalabrāhmaṇopaniṣad - a Yogic Upaniṣad
Dr. S Sridharan - Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya
Wednesday Jan. 27
Dr. KS Kannan - Svādhīna-sañjīvanam - a modern text on Yoga
Dr. S Sridharan - Life and Teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya
Thursday Jan. 28
Dr. Laxmithathachar - Essence of Bhagavad Gita and closing thoughts for the conference
ASANA SCHEDULE
Monday Jan. 18
Andrew Eppler Raja Vinyasa Yoga
Tuesday Jan. 19
Joey Paz Sri BNS Iyengar's Primary Series
Wednesday Jan. 20
Anton Boehler Intermediate Ashtanga Series
Thursday Jan. 21
Dr. Ronald Steiner Traditional Ashtanga and Movement Therapy
Friday Jan. 22
Bryce Delbridge Yoga Therapy
Saturday Jan. 23
Dalibor Stedronsky Breath Bandha Asana
Sunday Jan 24
Gilli and Miri Harouvi Ashtanga Love Story
Monday Jan 25
Tapan Raj Vinyasa Krama
Tuesday Jan. 26
Mila Rybakova Eppler Hatha Yoga
Wednesday Jan 27
Petros Haffenrichter Tapas, Bandha, Breath Vayu and Bhakti Yoga
Thursday Jan. 28
Andrew Eppler Mudra Bandha Pranayama
your investment and what's included
Entire Conference (11 days, 22 lectures, 11 asana classes) $399.95 USD
You will have access to downloadable recordings of all lectures!
5 Day Pass $218
3 Day Pass $130
1 Day Pass $54
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For the first time ever, you can experience the deep wisdom of the yogis of mysore from wherever you are in the world. Don't miss this special opportunity!!
Certificates of attendance will be given digitally
FOR QUESTIONS AND FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT ANDREW EPPLER
01 405 503 7779
