Chakra Immersion – Ajna and Sahasrara (Third Eye & Crown Chakras)

About the class

What is a chakra? How can knowledge of the chakra system enhance our yoga practice? And how can we use the chakra system to become happier, healthier and more vibrant in our bodies and in our lives?

In this workshop we will give a brief overview of the whole chakra system and then focus in on the Ajna (Third Eye) and Sahasrara (Crown) Chakras, the two uppermost energy centres in the chakra system. The Ajna Chakra, located in the centre of the forehead, is associated with intuition, insight, and inner vision, guiding us to trust our instincts and deepen our self-awareness. The Sahasrara Chakra, situated at the top of the head, represents our connection to the divine, spirituality, and universal consciousness. Together, these chakras invite us to transcend the physical realm and tap into higher states of awareness. This class includes meditation, visualization, and mindfulness.

This immersive session will include:

- An introduction to the chakra system, with extra info on the 6th and 7th chakras.

- An asana practice that will work through all the chakras but then focus in on the 6th and 7th chakras.

- Pranayama (breathing practices).

- Mudra (hand gestures).

- Mantra (repeated words to aid concentration) and affirmations.

- Meditation.

- The opportunity for self-reflection (journalling optional) and discussion.

This session is suitable for anyone interested in the chakra system and self-enquiry (curious students and yoga teachers/ trainees). You do not have to have attended Annet & Laura’s previous workshops on the chakras – this one in particular will give you a good sense of the overall chakra system. Expect to learn, feel, question and have some fun along the way!

** Practical Bits **

Wear and bring -

A journal if you’d like to make notes (optional).

Due to the nature of the Crescent Bakery building, it's ideal to wear layers of clothing for cooler / warmer fluctuations.

About Annet Richards-Binns

Annet is an inspired Jamaican woman with a joyous nature, vitalising energy and a gift in guiding and inspiring people to appreciate the magic of their existence, and to feel good about themselves. She is dedicated to helping people flourish in their Well-Being, to feel truly connected with their inner-selves, as well as others and the Earth, through Yoga and it’s Meditation Practices.

Having qualified over 8 years ago as a Yoga Alliance-registered teacher, Annet continued to deepen her studies. She has completed over 1200 hours of comprehensive study on Yoga and meditation, including over 500 hours of Rasa Yoga Teacher Training. Fully committed to Rasa Yoga, Annet began her apprenticeship with Rasa Yoga Visionary Sianna Sherman and during this time, took up roles as a Teaching Assistant on two Rasa Yoga 200hrs Teacher Training courses, supporting students in their transformative journeys. Recently, Annet achieved a milestone by becoming a certified Rasa Yoga Teacher Trainer.

Annet thrives on the integrated practices of Yoga, embracing the teachings that harmonize the physical, energetic, and spiritual aspects of Yoga. She also enjoys weaving the spirit of play, self-care and creative expression into her practice and work. She continues her journey fuelled by a passion for deepening her studies, refining her teachings, and encourage others to embrace Yoga in their daily life. Closest to her heart is the desire to tap into Radical Joy and inspire and uplift humanity.

About Laura Knightly Brown

Laura has been teaching yoga for 8 years and has been an avid student of all things “wellbeing” for 20 years, after a stay at a wellness retreat in Thailand sparked her initial interest. She is driven to explore how to use both ancient wisdom and modern science to find tools that can help people thrive.

Right back in her school days, Laura was interested in both science and the arts, studying A-Levels in Biology, Maths and English, and then going on to gain an MA in English Literature and Language from Oxford University. For 7 years, Laura worked for the retreat company, Wildfitness, alongside pioneers of the natural health and fitness world. In 2015, Laura read her first books on Positive Psychology (the “science of human flourishing”) and has since completed four separate courses on the subject.

Laura loves yoga for the way it combines the physical, mental and spiritual, creating an holistic system for achieving vibrant health in body, mind and soul. Yoga is a path to self-knowledge, and understanding ourselves is arguably the most powerful thing we can do to enhance our wellbeing. By combining the ancient wisdom of yoga with more recent developments in psychology and science, we can find illuminating tools for self-enquiry.

** PRACTICAL BITS **

Due to the nature of the Crescent Bakery building, it's ideal to wear layers of clothing for cooler / warmer fluctuations.

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Please note workshops will be refunded only if we can find someone to take your place. Obviously, we will take account of exceptional circumstances. If you have chosen to pay in instalments, payments to completion will still be due.

Please contact studio@orangeyoga.co.uk and we’ll be happy to help.

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