SYF2017 a consciousness evolution conference

The carefully selected faculty and comprehensive courses in the SYF Gives Back training aim to provide: the latest in scientific research and support for alternative modalities in healing; specific practical techniques of yoga, pranayama and meditation and an understanding of why and how they work in relation to trauma and the nervous system; a comprehensive overview of complex trauma, PTSD, and TBI; break out sessions with practitioners working in specific populations (veterans, first responders, survivors of abuse/war/crisis, caregivers, injured athletes, etc) to help guide you to a deeper understanding of how to apply these universal healing modalities to the specific community you intend to serve. In providing these trainings over the years we have realized that it is the same YOGA that benefits everyone, and that trauma works in the body in a consistent way. These universal principles may be applied to each unique individual through the care of the teacher. We want to give teachers the tools to take these skillful means to heal their communities throughout the world.

Embrace Radiant Health and Wellbeing with Ayurveda
An in-depth Introduction to Foundational Principles and Applied Practices of Ayurvedic Medicine

Ayurveda and Yoga are sister sciences that originated in India several thousands years ago. Ayurveda is a multi-dimensional natural and spiritualized medical discipline that addresses body, mind and consciousness and directly works upon optimizing health through a unique 24-hour lifestyle, in a 6-season framework. Ayurveda helps us heal our own selves by offering deep insights about inner human nature and our relationship to the natural world and spiritual consciousness. Integrating Ayurveda wisdom and lifestyle principles into your Yoga practice can create more energy, clarity, and inspirations and a deeper, richer experience on the mat that you can take with you off the mat as well.

Explore Ayurveda’s key themes with internationally acclaimed teacher and author, Acharya Shunya who is renowned for her depth of study and her ability to present the intricacies of Ayurveda’s ancient wisdom in a life-affirming and joyful manner.

If you are someone who has always wondered about Ayurveda, then this systematic introduction is a not to miss class. You can immediately begin to incorporate the wisdom into your daily routine for a healthier and happier you. Besides, an art of living that makes you feel fulfilled and healthy at every level will positively impact your Yoga practice. It will also influence your feelings about yourself, and your enthusiasm and ability to practice Yoga.

Join internationally acclaimed Vedic master teacher and author, Acharya Shunya as she teaches the most sublime lessons of mind management and inner mental rejuvenation as per the science of Ayurveda, that can be combined with the knowledge of Yoga Sutra’s (beginner or advanced) for even greater self awareness and self control. 

Ayurveda and Yoga are sister sciences and both sciences value Pure Being. Did you know that Ayurveda medicine, besides teaching ways to own a healthy body, also offers a profound and in depth psychology to support a healthy and happy mind? Join Acharya Shunya to understand how you can help your own mind be more calm, balanced and blissful, in spite of challenges and old patterns. 

There are three constituent energy states (gunas) used in Ayurvedic practice. Shunya explores how these gunas influence one's mood, outlook, and activity level. Participants also learn about five states of mind and how they contribute to mental balance/imbalance as well as how food affects the gunas, in addition to the importance of practice of non-attachment and dharma. This approach to psychology is unique as well as valuable because it allows for a paradigm shift away from the disease model and toward a model for achieving and sustaining mental health.

Get ready for a quantum leap in your consciousness: 

• Learn practical ways to arrest the mind and its natural tendency for negativity 
• Begin functioning at a level that modern science labels as the super mind.  
• Learn to self arrest unhealthy brain/mind patterns and activate latent joy and health
• Learn to use the mind to your personal advantage and improved relationships. 
• Learn about five states of mind and how they contribute to mental balance/imbalance 
• Learn about how food affects the mind and what should you eat!

With a holistic approach combining asanas, pranayama, chanting, meditation and effective guidance about diet, Himalayan School of Traditional Yoga’s programs are designed to bring knowledge and direct experience of peace and health to its sincere practitioners. HSTY remains loyal to the original teachings of Yoga, as it existed eons ago. At its core, HSTY is all about simplicity and about being natural. A yogi is natural, i.e. a state where the body, mind and soul are in unison. This leads to health and equanimity, a state where we are happy and without anxieties, anger or stress. We do not look at Yoga as exercise, rather as a set of practices that help take one back to his/her original state.

Accordingly, the sessions would broadly include:

• Light Yogic exercises that are effective warm up exercises to prepare the body for more demanding Yogic postures. Light yogic exercises  also cleanse the meridians in the subtle body  
• Selected Yoga postures (asanas) and Pranayama, with insights about nadis (meridians) and chakras and effective cleansing of the same
• Sun Salutations (surya namaskar)
• Yoga Nidra with mantra chanting (aimed at activating centres in the cortex of the brain  for effective relaxation and soaking in the effects of entire Yoga practice)

Traditional yoga is easy for people to adopt into their daily lives and benefit from the practice. Systematic practice of traditional yoga helps people activate the witnessing state of mind, live in gratitude and surrender and obtain relief from physical, mental or psychosomatic illnesses.

The carefully selected faculty and comprehensive courses in the SYF Gives Back training aim to provide: the latest in scientific research and support for alternative modalities in healing; specific practical techniques of yoga, pranayama and meditation and an understanding of why and how they work in relation to trauma and the nervous system; a comprehensive overview of complex trauma, PTSD, and TBI; break out sessions with practitioners working in specific populations (veterans, first responders, survivors of abuse/war/crisis, caregivers, injured athletes, etc) to help guide you to a deeper understanding of how to apply these universal healing modalities to the specific community you intend to serve. In providing these trainings over the years we have realized that it is the same YOGA that benefits everyone, and that trauma works in the body in a consistent way. These universal principles may be applied to each unique individual through the care of the teacher. We want to give teachers the tools to take these skillful means to heal their communities throughout the world.

What, enlighten up with Hanumanasana?! You may feel up against a seemingly insurmountable task. However, by establishing yourself in a steadfast connection to your heart, your breath and your alignment (along with a good sense of humor), what seems impossible becomes an invitation to discover your own strength and freedom. We will tap into the POWER OF YES. Hanuman reminds us that great leaps of faith are possible through love. He serves Bhakti to help us return to living from our hearts. Invite the spirit of love and devotion (Bhakti) through both unwavering strength and refined sensitivity. Invigorating and exciting is the moment when it all comes together. In this workshop, we will break down everything all the way to the tips of your toes and show how it all fits together to reveal the bravery in your own heart. Be ready for pure ecstasy! Achieving Hanumanasana (Full Split Pose) is only the beginning. There is always more to the pose to explore. And the more tiny adjustments you attempt can make a massive difference. You will feel the possibilities, notice subtleties and make adjustments that enable you to come closer to understanding this pose. This illumination will spread throughout your yoga practice and your life. Get ready to be transformed! Saying YES on the mat will teach you how to say YES to your Best Life Ever. Expect inspirational music, Hanuman chants and talk story about the mythological story of Hanuman, King Rama’s bestie, who filled with love and powered by YES took a giant leap across the ocean to reach the island of Sri Lanka in order to help King Rama re-unite with his wife Sita.

Do you have an interest in playing gongs, the sound healing way?

Do you want to see if gong is your sound healing instrument? 

What to know a little more about these empowering and healing instruments? 

Gongs and mallets provided, you can be a beginner to experienced gong player.  Come Join Gongster for an amazing play workshop! 

Develop your personal techniques of who you are when playing a sound healing instrument.  Get the tools, and follow your truth and essence.   

      ·  Origins of the Gong and their History

·     Types of Gongs/ & How they are made 

·     What is resonant, harmony, entrainment 

·     Health benefits 

·     Different Types of Mallets 

·     Techniques 

·     Gongster’s own sound healing techniques of playing 

·     Brief intro to flummis 

·     Listening techniques 

·     Find your Zone 

·     Using Gongs or other instruments for Sound Healing 

·     Introducing the flummis 

·     Hand-Held Gong Techniques 

·     Practice Time

Shinrin-Yoku is a Japanese practice that was established in the 1980’s. Shinrin-Yoku translates to “forest bathing” or immersing oneself into a deeper connection with nature. Through a series of invitations that encourage participants to slow down and open the senses, an enjoyable quiet state of being takes root.

By engaging each of the senses more purposefully we begin to silence the distractions of the outside world that tend to keep us from being fully aware of our surroundings. These invitations allow us to become more present into place. The practice begins by coming together as a group then dispersing on our own into the forest then coming together again to share those experiences.

Research and scientific studies support the many positive health benefits that can result from forest immersion. Exposure to wood essential oils, called phytoncides, which are a chemical released by certain plants to protect them from disease, have proven to be a vital component to increasing natural killer cells in the body while further studies have shown that nature immersion reduces blood pressure and blood cortisol levels.

ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide

Suzi is a certified Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and leads Forest Bathing Experiences at Aumbase Sedona Adventures. She is an impassioned ambassador of the nature movement focusing on bringing us back in connection with nature. As a Forest Bathing Guide she understands that she is simply opening the door and the forest is the therapist. She is a member of Friends of the Forest and supports other organizations in their efforts to educate and promote the importance of caring for our environment. Also an avid hiker spending most of her free time exploring the forest trails of Arizona and expanding awareness of the forest therapy practice in her community. Her motto is “More Nature, less stress”.  Try this Unique Aumbase Sedona Adventure!  Forest Bathing is sure to restore balance and harmony to your world.

Suzi is also available to book hikes for groups up to 6 with Aumbase Sedona. Stop by the booth for more info!

www.aumbasesedona.com

Yavapai Vista

Join us on the terrace at the Collective Sedona for a little mingle and networking... A conscious social, yogis gathering to share the vibe, save the world and enjoy the spectacular views!     Cash Yogi Bar with High Vibe beverages and a small buffet, along with a few short daily announcements from Marc/Heather, and an extemporaneous dharma talk or two...  

What do they call a gathering of several hundred consciousness evolvers on a terrace in Sedona... ? :-|

I don't know either... But maybe we will find out!  And we can try one of Bruce's Purium Cherry Spirulina Mud Slides!

Namaste. 

(meal/drink tickets for the buffet can be purchased anytime at the SYF Store and/or at the yogi bar.)

Sanjali means "with hands hallowed and joined in prayer".  We invite you to join us as we sing praises and prayers to the divine.  Sanjali offers a modern mixture of kirtan, bajans and sacred songs to ignite our heart flames and lift our spirits.  In celebration of her recently release album "Devarpana" ("An Offering To The Gods") join Valerie Sanjali Irons along with Barbara Bryan, Three Trees, Carlos Santo and Kelly Love in this offering of devotion.

• Hear first-hand stories about historical icons such as Mahatma Gandhi, General Charles de Gaulle, Ernest Hemingway, Coco Chanel, Marilyn Monroe, Marlene Dietrich, the Maharishi and others.
• Explore concepts such as Oneness and mindfulness, and gain insights on topics such as mental attitude, follow-through/procrastination, and dealing with disappointments.
• Learn Tao’s “secrets” to vitality and boundless energy, and experience her special meditation.
• Have the opportunity to ask questions only hindsight and living history can answer.

With a holistic approach combining asanas, pranayama, chanting, meditation and effective guidance about diet, Himalayan School of Traditional Yoga’s programs are designed to bring knowledge and direct experience of peace and health to its sincere practitioners. HSTY remains loyal to the original teachings of Yoga, as it existed eons ago. At its core, HSTY is all about simplicity and about being natural. A yogi is natural, i.e. a state where the body, mind and soul are in unison. This leads to health and equanimity, a state where we are happy and without anxieties, anger or stress. We do not look at Yoga as exercise, rather as a set of practices that help take one back to his/her original state.

Accordingly, the sessions would broadly include:

• Light Yogic exercises that are effective warm up exercises to prepare the body for more demanding Yogic postures. Light yogic exercises  also cleanse the meridians in the subtle body  
• Selected Yoga postures (asanas) and Pranayama, with insights about nadis (meridians) and chakras and effective cleansing of the same
• Sun Salutations (surya namaskar)
• Yoga Nidra with mantra chanting (aimed at activating centres in the cortex of the brain  for effective relaxation and soaking in the effects of entire Yoga practice)

Traditional yoga is easy for people to adopt into their daily lives and benefit from the practice. Systematic practice of traditional yoga helps people activate the witnessing state of mind, live in gratitude and surrender and obtain relief from physical, mental or psychosomatic illnesses.

Morning Dance parties (morning raves) have taken over our nation as the best way to lift your energy. Taking all ecstatic vibrations of the nighttime dance scene, and offering it in a fun and sober atmosphere for health and wellness. Kate Swarm will take this sunrise potency and give it a yoga flair, for a morning of yoga, dance, smiles, and happiness!

One of the most beautiful things about Ayurveda, the holistic, ancient Indian art and science of healthy living is that everything is handmade. Which means there is love, care, attention and intention that goes into all of our daily choices. Each of these health-awakening choices we make is like a seed of a flower we plant in a garden of mindfulness. Join Ananta, author of The Ayurveda Way (Storey Publishing, 2017), to learn several of Ayurveda's ancient hands-on health awakening practices to start growing your own garden of mindful living:

A special daily self-love practice that will rejuvenate your body, soothe aches/pains, and help you sleep like a baby at night

Simple, yet profound lineage-based Ayurvedic Yoga practices to calm and heal your mind and help you live in greater harmony with nature 

Practical ways you can connect with the healing power of marigold flowers to boost your digestion, bring a radiant glow to your skin and uplift your spirit

The carefully selected faculty and comprehensive courses in the SYF Gives Back training aim to provide: the latest in scientific research and support for alternative modalities in healing; specific practical techniques of yoga, pranayama and meditation and an understanding of why and how they work in relation to trauma and the nervous system; a comprehensive overview of complex trauma, PTSD, and TBI; break out sessions with practitioners working in specific populations (veterans, first responders, survivors of abuse/war/crisis, caregivers, injured athletes, etc) to help guide you to a deeper understanding of how to apply these universal healing modalities to the specific community you intend to serve. In providing these trainings over the years we have realized that it is the same YOGA that benefits everyone, and that trauma works in the body in a consistent way. These universal principles may be applied to each unique individual through the care of the teacher. We want to give teachers the tools to take these skillful means to heal their communities throughout the world.