5 Elements
This is the Warrior Salutation Yoga lovers! and I want to talk about a topic that is close to my heart and one that I believe should be on every yoga practitioner’s mind nowadays: environmental responsibility.
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5 Elements
Se você está procurando por uma aula de yoga que possa ajudá-lo a ganhar força, vitalidade e energia, não procure mais do que o Hatha-Yoga. Inicialmente uma aula especial de 90 minutos, desde 2012 na Alemanha ela foi estendida para uma sessão de 2 horas ou 2,5 horas para atender a diferentes necessidades. Este esquema de aula é um manual para aqueles que desejam se exercitar para adquirir essas características. É “a base de todas as minhas experiências, feita para que todos vocês possam experimentar”.
O conceito é uma mistura de Sukshma Vyayama e Hatha-Yoga Clássico, que se concentra na regulação da respiração em cada postura e transição de postura. Isso aumenta a energia produzida durante o desempenho das asanas, levando você ao nível de usar a energia para concentração, meditação e visualização.
Pranayama é obrigatório em todas as minhas aulas, pelo menos nas mais básicas, e qualquer aula sempre começará com Adham Pranayama ou respiração yogi, que é fácil de fazer até para iniciantes. Pode ser feito em posição sentada ou em pé, e vem com uma garantia de benefícios de 100% para iniciantes e praticantes avançados.
Se você se pergunta como aplicar essas técnicas yogi na vida diária, basta observar que a respiração está dentro de nós o tempo todo. O Pranayama é o mais fácil e rápido de aplicar na vida diária. Portanto, tanto quanto possível, lembre-se de que está respirando, faça-o conscientemente, consciente e desperto, faça-o conscientemente e aprimore suas qualidades. Só precisamos fazê-lo!
No Workshop de Pranayama mais elaborado, apresentamos aos participantes mais técnicas de pranayama como Anuloma-viloma, Agnisarakriya, Kaphalabhati e muitas outras. Mas, por enquanto, continuamos com apenas uma.
Usamos essa técnica de respiração durante toda a aula e experimentamos a presença no espaço, tempo e atividade, totalmente conscientes. Expandimos nossa versão de algumas rodadas de Surya Namaskar, incluindo modificações e diferentes variações de Asana. Pranayama é introduzido no início da sessão, e posturas em pé são mais recomendadas para apertar Mulabandha e, quando possível, também Uddhyanabandha.
Para obter melhores benefícios das posturas, manteremos por longos períodos de tempo enquanto regulamos a respiração. Praticaremos desde o básico até uma ampla variedade de posturas e transições. Inversões fazem parte deste compêndio, assim como relaxamento prolongado entre elas, abdominais como último trabalho duro e Yoga Nidra.
É um ponto chave usar a combinação de trabalho, contração, relaxamento ou expansão neste esquema de aula como método de auto-desenvolvimento. Aqui estamos trabalhando para equilibrar as coisas. Lados, hemisférios, extremos, órgãos, glândulas, elementos e energias vão entrar em equilíbrio, que é o nosso trabalho, motivação e dedicação de tempo. Quanto mais esse tipo de prática ou esquema for utilizado, mais equilíbrio pode ser produzido, experimentado e desfrutado.
Após um desafio pequeno de abdominais, entramos em uma relaxamento mais profundo em Yoga Nidra, onde novamente, a respiração marcará presença importante como ferramenta a ser usada para estar presente como a respiração é, e treinar nossa habilidade de visualização. Viajamos da parte inferior até as partes mais baixas do corpo, começando pelos dedos dos pés, indo para as pernas, abdômen e órgãos, cabeça e rosto, relaxando cada detalhe e deixando ir com a expiração, que é não merecida e desnecessária.
Finalizamos com uma breve sessão de meditação respiratória, seguida de um tempo e espaço para gratidão. Deixe ir e diga adeus!
Ficarei feliz em te ver lá.
Ayurveda
Let´s put the body and the mind to Pray together
108 rounds of sun salutation practice with Surya Namaskar mantra – 3h30 Workshop
In that workshop we repeat 9 times the 12 rounds of Surya Namaskar, perfect practice for the early morning. Joy is what we expect to feel after this performance, no matter what activity we will do after this, we will feel great, fresh, and powerful.
Surya namaskar, also known as Sun Salutation, is an old yogic practice of twelve yogic postures, which are commonly performed early in the morning, at sunrise, with a specific breathing pattern and chanting of continuous mantras.
Surya translates as ”sun” and ”Namaskar” means ”salutations”, thus ”Surya Namaskar” is translated as ”the eternal salutations to the Sun”.
The Sun (Surya) symbolizes purity, energy, light, clarity and consciousness.
In Vedic astrology, Surya is the main reason behind the formation of our body and controls our general health.
It is said that a daily practice of these yogic exercises is enough to reap enormous benefits, like weight loss, flexibility of muscles, regulated menstrual cycle, improved concentration, self-confidence and overall personality development. In addition, this practice is an efficient way to limber up, to tone and stretch as well as strengthen the entire physical body. It is also the fastest way of touching base with our core inner strength.
When you practice these asanas very slowly while bringing the awareness to each energy center (chakra), each asana becomes a spiritual practice that will fill the chakras with positive emotion.
One full round of 12 postures repeated continuously for 9 times (12×9=108 postures) will make you sweat heavily and burn down all excess fat in the physical body. The results are never immediate; it always comes with practice over a long period of time.
One of the famous Vedic Hymns in praise of the Sun God is Surya Upanishad which finds place in the Atharva Veda.
Pray to start and open the Class – 1x
om bhadram karnebhih
shrunuyaama devaah
bhadram pashye maak shabhirya jatraah
sthirairangai stushhtuvaan sastanuubhir
vyashema devahitam yadaayuh
svasti na indro vriddhashravaah
svasti nah puushhaa vishvavedaah
svasti nastaarkshyo arishhtanemih
svasti no brihaspatirdadhaatu
om shaantih shaantih shaantih
Om!
O Devas, may we hear with our ears what is auspicious; May we see with our eyes what is auspicious, O ye worthy of worship! May we enjoy the term of life allotted by the Devas, Praising them with our body and limbs steady! May the glorious Indra bless us! May the all-knowing Sun bless us! May Garuda, the thunderbolt for evil, bless us! May Brihaspati grant us well-being!
Om! Peace, Peace, Peace!
To Start the open the heart to the Sun – 3x
aum bhūr-bhuva̱ḥ-suva̍h
tat sa̍vi̱tur vare̎ṇya̱m
bhargo̍ de̱vasya̍ dhīmahi
dhiyo̱ yo na̍ḥ praco̱dayā̎
Translation 1
Om, Earth, middle region and sky; we meditate on the adorable splendor of Savitar (Sun) who may inspire our thoughts.
Translation 2
We meditate on the Self-effulgent Being of seven planes, (like Bhuu, Bhuvas, Svar, etc.) who provides light to the sun; may He enlighten our intellect to reach the divine goal.
Translation 3
We meditate on the Supreme Sun whose light pervades this world (Bhuh), the heavens (Bhuvah) and the next world (suvah). May thy light guide our intellect in the right direction.
The Gayatri mantra is one of the oldest of the divine hymns.
Gayatri mantra is the essence of all seventy million supreme mantras.
Just as all the rivers merge in the oceans, all mantras unite in the Gayatri mantra.
The arrangement of the twenty-four seed syllables in the Gayatri mantra is the most wondrous and mysterious.
The chanting of this mantra develops nada, a regular subtle vibration in the nerves of the subtle body. The repetition of this mantra with right understanding of its sacred meaning has the power to dispel all the negative tendencies in the human mind and thereby unfold the Supreme Self within.
The Gayatri mantra is chanted early in the morning after bath.
Rig Veda 3:62:10 \\ Sūrya Upaṇiṣad – Mantra 4
To start the Surya Namaskar practice – 1x
hiraṇmayena pātreṇa
satyasyāpihitaṁ mukham
tat tvaṁ pūṣann apāvṛṇu
satya-dharmāya dṛṣṭaye
Like a lid to a vessel, O Sun, your Golden orb covers the entrance to Truth.
Kindly open thy entrance, to lead me to Truth.
Īśopaniṣad – Mantra 15, part of the Yajur Veda.
The main Mantra – 9x
1. Om Hram Mitraya Namaha
(Salutation to the friend of everyone)
2. Om Hrim Ravaye Namaha
(Salutation to the lustrous one)
3. Om Hrum Suryaya Namaha
(Salutation to he who sets everything to activity)
4. Om Hraim Bhanave Namaha
(Salutation to he who brightly illumines the earth)
5. Om Hroum Khagaya Namaha
(Salutation to the one who travels swiftly in the sky)
6. Om Hrha Pushne Namaha
(Salutation to the giver of nourishment to being)
7. Om Hram Hiranyagarbhaya Namaha
(Salutation to the golden womb or the primordial matter from which everything else emanated)
8. Om Hrim Maricaye Namaha
(Salutation to the Lord of the Dawn)
9. Om Hrum Adityaya Namaha
(Salutation to the son of Aditi, the cosmic Mother)
10. Om Hraim Savitre Namaha
(Salutation to the Lord of Creation)
11. Om Hroum Arkaya Namaha
(Salutation to the one who is the best one to be adored and worshipped)
12. Om Hrah Bhaskaraya Namaha
(Salutation to he who illumines the external and the internal world)
Hram – Bija mantra activates in Brain, Heart and Respiratory system
Hrim – Throat and Digestion
Hrum – Liver, Spleen, Uterus, Ovaries, Stomach, Intestines
Hraim – Kidney
Hroum – Large Intestine, Rectum, Anal canal
Hrah – Chest, Throat
Benefits : Helps to keep mind calm and steady.
General Notes for Practitioner :
Contraindications :
To close the class – 1x
Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
Sarve Shantu Nir-Aamayaah |
Sarve Bhadraanni Pashyantu
Maa Kashcid-Duhkha-Bhaag-Bhavet |
Om Asato Maa Sad-Gamaya |
Tamaso Maa Jyotir-Gamaya |
Mrtyor-Maa Amrtam Gamaya |
Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih ||
May All Beings be Happy,
May All Beings be free from Illness.
May All Beings see what is Auspicious,
Let no one Suffer.
Lead us from Falsehood to Truth,
Lead us from Darkness to Light,
Lead us from Fear of Death to the Knowledge of Immortality.
Om Peace, Peace, Peace.
Om Hram Hrim Hraum Sah Suryaya Namaha
Chanting Om Suryaya Namah mantra before sunrise will strengthen one’s bones, cleanses the practitioner from his negative karma and grants on him wealth, abundance, good health and long life. After reciting the mantra (mentally or aloud), thank the Sun God and show gratitude and appreciation for giving you this life and a new day to live.
The Surya Mantra is chanted in praise of the Sun God. He is the Source of all life, and it is because of him that life exists. Thanks to the energy from his rays, life on Earth is sustained.
This Surya Beej mantra has the power to provide you perfect health and Abundance. Also, this mantra improves your eyesight and removes any disorder related to eyes.
Chant this powerful mantra daily for five mala (1 mala = 108 times).
He is illustrated with 2 hands holding a lotus in both (occasionally He is depicted with 4 hands holding a chakra, lotus, a conch and a mace). His body is as shiny and radiant as pure gold and riding a chariot driven by 7 white horses. The chariot harnessed by 7 white horses represent the seven main chakras, the 7 days of the week or the 7 colors of the rainbow. Surya is the life giver, sustaining all life on this planet by providing all radiance and energy, and the one who is responsible for the cycle of night and day and the beautiful seasons.
This collection of mantras transliterations, translations, and explanations are from different online sources as well the loaded pictures. The knowledge and use of these mantras I got on my first TTC at Parmarth Niketan Ashram and others occasion of 108 Surya Namaskar practice.
5 Elements
In that workshop, we work with the passive Yin energy by holding postures for relaxation for 4 to 5 minutes, between posture, we perform some technics to improve the effectiveness of the asana, which is the Yang characteristic of this practice. By doing so, we are setup the body, to be more receptive in the passive state.
This is a classical 2h Workshop, starting with breath work (Pranayama), going into the flow of Asanas, letting go the body in a passive state. Relaxation (Yoga Nidra) before end the class, and a final closure with the practice of the Om mantra recitation, a short appreciation to the practice, and thankfulness.
Yin-Yang, is a practice for increases your blood flow, and lowering the risk of heart attack, better respiration, improvement of bones health, regulation of adrenal glands, and boost the immunity system.
We do a few rounds of Surya namaskar too, we meditate most of the time lying down on the mat, we use stillness for concentration purposes. Actions like bandhas and particular pranayamas done during these classes are also Yang practices form. According to the level of each participant, particular pranayama can be recommendable, classes schema can be adopted to a particular need, if so I see.
The body needs relaxations as actions is needed, muscles can only relax and contract, the entire body must to be used, diversity in movements, asanas, relaxation postures, and meditation is key to a balanced flow of energy. As much a body is balanced, more the elements are balanced, more that person is near his or her nature. More you use your body to relax and to be active, the more the body performs its natural function.
There is time for all in this classe, to just be and feel joy, as well to do some movement and feel yourself whats ever comes. Feelings are impermanent and whats ever is so, will change from moment to moment according our habitual tendencies. That changes, are our object of attention during this practice as well, to observe how things changes in ourselves, like our body, has been changing through all the years, from the beginning till the end of the practice.
In Yoga, the asana practice has as goal, setup the body in pliable condition, to support the mind be focused in a single object, to seek samadhi, the single point concrentration meditation. For that reason, one needs to perform a long period of time in a particular postures, because of that many benefits become fruits of those practices. We should consider more the practice if we want more results, we do wanna be flexible, youth, strong, for that we need to practice accordingly.
In Yin Yoga we choose the more relaxed and use to put the body static and stable, to perform the 5min of practice in each side or posture, we can use the same amount of time or shorter like 2 or 3min, to a particular postures which require some action, or some breath exercise which will be also done with body movement, after this relax again in on postures, totally passive and allow the body and mind get the benefits of the switch.
Yin Yoga allow us to solve tensions and increasing body ability, we give time to fascia the works to a gradually and deeper work in the deep tissues. This optimize the energy flow in our bodies and allow as well to access these energies, with visualization and imagination. Perfection and mastering the posture is the method we use to balance and self-development during this workshop.
Here we are going to plug into Telluric and Cosmic energy to recharging our being with all the best intentions and authentic motivations, to keep life in balance and continuously develop ourselves.
knowledge about the Chakras System or previous practices using the Chakras is not required, but useful for knows how to use it.
in that workshop very often I use breathing meditation, the reason for using the breath as the object of meditation, is because the breath is always there, present within all of us, all the time, everywhere. Focus on the breath has enormous benefits, like increase the breath capacity, calming the mind and establish a connection with the subtle energetical body.
The meditation in the 5 senses are done when this workshop can take longer than 2h, at least 30min is required for this purpose. Let me speak in advance with the participants and see if this is wished.
5 Elements
Discover the Perfect Balance of the 5 Elements with Hatha-Yoga and Ayurveda
Experience a two-hour meditative Hatha-Yoga class that combines breath awareness, postures, Chakra concentration, and relaxation. This workshop is built on the foundational principles of Ayurveda and Yoga, which work perfectly together to enhance your overall well-being.
During this workshop, we will focus on the 5 great elements that make up the human body: earth, water, fire, air, and space. By practicing Yogic techniques that support the Chakra of each element, we will establish a harmonious connection between the body, mind, and emotions.
This practical class is suitable for beginners and experienced Yoga practitioners alike, with no previous knowledge of Yoga or Ayurveda required. We will work with basic postures and hold them for moderate periods to increase awareness, develop a deep understanding of the strength, flexibility, and limitations of your body, and improve your overall health.
Breath awareness plays a vital role in this practice, and you will be guided to maintain focus on your breath throughout the workshop. The class is open to everyone, regardless of age, body type, shape, or size. Anyone can benefit from the practice of Hatha-Yoga based on the 5 elements, which promote a clearer mind, balanced emotions, and a strong, flexible body.
By embracing this holistic approach to wellness, you will become more dynamic and active in life, gain self-confidence, become fearless, and develop greater compassion. You will feel more inspired to enjoy life and connect with your true nature and the universal laws.
If you are unable to attend the upcoming workshops or they do not match your schedule or location, you can still experience this opportunity with a private class. You can even share this experience with your family, friends, or students by organizing a class in your own space.
We can do that together!
In any case, I will love to help you! Transferring knowledge is my goal, and helping others to help themselves is my mission!
Let´s practice now to balance the body and mind through the 5 elements!