Academic Collaboration
with Samskriti Foundation Mysore , India
Join our global yoga community! We're passionate about sharing exceptional yoga education from Mysore, India with the world. Mysore has a rich history of yogic studies, and we're excited to introduce you to some of its outstanding scholars. The Yoga which has come from Mysore has had a huge influence on modern yoga. Learn about the tradition and culture behind the asana practices which have enriched your life! Our ongoing courses and philosophy archive provide an opportunity for you to learn from anywhere in the world.
Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao
Dr. M. A. Narasimhan
Sri B. N. S. Iyengar
Dr. Nithin Sridhar
Dr. M. A. Alwar
Dr. M. A. Jayashree and Sri Narasimha
Dr. T. R. S. Sharma
Dr. M. A. Alwar
Sri Lakshmithathachar Swami
Patanjali Sutras with Dr. Nagaraj Rao
Starting Sunday, December 22, 2024
“The classical text which defines yoga” Yoga is one of six classical Indian philosophies. In Western culture we tend to think of it as simply postures, breathing and meditation, but there is much more to it than that. In order to comprehend yoga in it’s original context, one has to have an understanding of the other Indian philosophical systems, Sankhya Karika, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita and many others. For this reason it is essential to study with a great scholar such as Dr. H. V. Nagaraj Rao!
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Gitartha Sangraha
Online Philosophy Course
with Dr. M. A. Alwar
The Gitartha Sangraha is a 1000 year old Summary of the Bhagavad Gita written by the sage Yamunacharya. It holds the essence of Nathamuni Sampradaya which is the spiritual Tradition that Sri Krishnamacharya belonged to.
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200hr Online Ashtanga Yoga Training
One Weekend Per Month
Join us from anywhere in the world! This program focuses on Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and has been created with the help of the Sanskrit community of Mysore India including Sri BNS Iyengar to give an in depth and totally authentic training experience. Our certificate in endorsed by Ashtanga Yoga Studio, Samskriti Foundation in Mysore India, and Yoga Alliance. Outstanding philosophy, methodology and healing arts section. Online practices once per week. One on one sessions included.
Primary Series - Adjustment - Pranayama
Philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga
Online Philosophy Course with Andrew Eppler and Dr. M. A. Alwar
Take a deep dive into Indian thought, culture and philosophy as you learn what yoga means to the Sanskrit community of Mysore. Listen to the elders of the community teaching the six classical Indian philosophies, Bhagavad Gita and Patanjali Sutras.
Pranayama the Next Step
Online Course with Andrew Eppler
This one month course in Pranayama is designed for beginners as well as dedicated yoga practitioners. Take the next step in your practice of yoga! Pranayama is the branch of yoga which can make an athlete into a Yogi. In the final stages of the course you will be given the techniques revered by ancient texts for giving the Samadhi experience.
Traditional Thai Massage
Online Course with Andrew Eppler
Dive into an ancient and powerful healing discipline that is a perfect complement to yoga! The course includes the four positions of Traditional Thai Massage with each technique carefully explained. You will learn a collection of Thai Massage techniques that Andrew Eppler has perfected over the last 30 years as he has travelled the world studying in Thailand and many other countries in his search for healing knowledge.
Aditya Hrdyam
Online Philosophy Course
with Dr. Nagaraj Rao
Learn the words and philosophy behind a revered mantra which is said to be capable of helping one to overcome all adversities in life. This mantra or prayer can be found in the back of the Suryanamaskar Manual that Pattabhi Jois published in the 1970s and it has a strong connection with Ashtanga Yoga.
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Live from Mysore, India
Join our global yoga community! We're passionate about sharing exceptional yoga education from Mysore, India with the world. Mysore has a rich history of yogic studies, and we're excited to introduce you to some of its outstanding scholars. The Yoga which has come from Mysore has had a huge influence on modern yoga. Learn about the tradition and culture behind the asana practices which have enriched your life! Our ongoing courses and philosophy archive provide an opportunity for you to learn from anywhere in the world.
Authenticity
Dr. M. A. Alwar will be overseeing our program. Dr Alwar is the president of Samskriti Foundation and he is also the Acharya or spiritual leader of Nathamuni Smapradaya, which is the same tradition that Sri Krishnamacharya came from. At least half of all asana or postural practices worldwide can be traced to the teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya who is often referred to as the “Father of Modern Yoga.” Studying yoga philosophy with the Mysore Sanskrit community can help us to deepen our understanding of the yoga postures we love to practice and to integrate yoga into our lives in a more meaningful way.
Mysore Yoga Traditions and Samskriti Foundation
We are collaborating to offer outstanding education in yoga! Yoga texts are full of cross references. When we study with expert scholars who grew up with these texts we are able to experience the world view and inner teachings of these texts to gain a much more complete and meaningful understanding of them.
Our mission extends beyond a mere business endeavor. It's a heartfelt commitment to give back to the Mysore community, to acknowledge its great scholars and elevate the quality of education in the global yoga community. Your yoga journey holds utmost importance to us, and we genuinely value your support!
Study with legendary Sanskrit scholars from Mysore and surrounding areas who have a lifetime of knowledge and experience to share in their courses.
There will be time for questions and answers after each lecture. We do our best to answer all questions and encourage group interaction.
Recordings are provided after each lecture. In case you cannot attend all of the classes live you, can still participate. The recordings will be available to you after the course for continued study.
*We feel that economic constraints should not prevent anyone from attending a course they are truly passionate about. If this in the case, don't hesitate to reach out to Andrew Eppler. We are dedicated to sharing knowledge with everyone who is sincerely interested.
You will receive a certificate of completion for each course from Samskriti Foundation. Our courses are also recognized by Yoga Alliance as Continuing Yoga Education.