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[email protected] ©2011 3HO IKYTA IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Contents Greetings from 3HO IKYTA........................................................................2 Greetings from the Director of Training, Gurucharan Singh Khalsa, Ph.D. .............................................................3 Time Honored Tips for Teachers Gurmukh Kaur and Gurushabd Singh Khalsa,.......................................5 Golden Bridge, Los Angeles, CA and New York, NY, USA Mehtab Singh, Yoga Yoga, Austin, Texas, USA......................................6 Shakta Kaur and Hari Dev Singh, ..........................................................6 Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL), Chicago, IL, USA Sat Tara Singh, Mexico............................................................................7 Eight Awesome Curricula 1) Breathe Your Way to Inner Calm: An Introductory Series in Kundalini Yoga and Meditation..................................................8 2) Balancing the Chakras.................................................................... 15 3) The Ten Bodies.................................................................................. 16 4) Weighty Matters............................................................................. 18 5) Boost Your Immune System........................................................... 22 6) Yoga for Seasonal Change.............................................................. 27 7) The Power of the Mother: A Series of Pre-Natal Yoga Classes............................................. 28 8) Mastering the Tattvas: Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether.......... 30 Five Fantastic Workshops 1) Cultivate Peace Within (with sample flier)................................... 32 2) Connecting Women for Peace (with hand-out)............................. 33 3) Yoga for the Artist (with hand-out)............................................... 36 4) The Lunar Woman (with hand-out)................................................. 38 5) Japji Sahib: The Song of the Soul (includes hand-out).................. 39 Articles—You’re in the “Yoga Business” Now! Your Marketing Train................................................................................ 41 How to Easily Create Your Own Fliers................................................... 43 Charging for Yoga Classes—5 Steps to Success.................................... 44 Establish Yourself on the Internet.......................................................... 49 Instructors’ CD Package......................................................................... 52 A list of musical selections that every new instructor of Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan® should have in their collection. Resources Ancient Healing Ways .............................................................................. 55 Invincible Music......................................................................................... 56 Spirit Voyage............................................................................................. 56 PDF Files for Five Fantastic Workshops................................................. 56 1 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Greetings from 3HO IKYTA Dear Kundalini Yoga Instructors, Sat Nam and congratulations on completing KRI Level 1 Teacher Training! This is a great first step on the path to becoming a Kundalini Yoga Teacher! We encourage you to stay connected and participate in the 3HO Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association—IKYTA. Here you will have the opportunity to be part of a global association/ network of Kundalini Yoga Teachers, and continue pursuing your own professional and spiritual growth and excellence as a Teacher. IKYTA has some great benefits for Teachers, including: • Marketing Tools—including a beautiful, professionally designed Kundalini Yoga Brochure in which you can list your own contact information • Many special discounts, including 3HO and KRI Events • A new Graduation Package to help you get started as a professional Kundalini Yoga Teacher IKYTA offers a Continuing Education Program which meets Yoga Alliance standards. We encourage all Teachers to continuing learning, learning, learning! IKYTA has a Global Teachers Council, with representation from Kundalini Yoga Teachers all over the world. The voice of every Teacher counts, and we want the collective voice of Teachers to guide our association. Teaching Kundalini Yoga is an incredible opportunity to serve by sharing these Sacred Teachings. In your purity as a link in the Golden Chain, many lives will be touched through your practice and your presence. May you be blessed to be guided by your highest consciousness to serve and elevate every person who comes to you seeking Kundalini Yoga and Meditation as taught by Yogi Bhajan®. We look forward to serving you, and to serving with you. Please feel free to communicate with us. We look forward to hearing from you. Welcome to IKYTA! In Service, Guruka Kaur Executive Director IKYTA 3HO International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association 2 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Greetings from Gurucharan Singh Khalsa, Ph.D., KRI Director of Training Dear Level 1 Graduate, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the international community of Certified Instructors of Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan®. With the completion of your 220-hours of training you are now certified by the Kundalini Research Institute (KRI) and may teach Kundalini Yoga and Meditation anywhere in the world. Most importantly, you have laid a solid foundation upon which to build a bright future as a consciousness educator in your local community. When Yogi Bhajan envisioned the course of study that you’ve just completed he used the analogy of a Bachelor’s, Master’s and Ph.D. degrees to describe the stages of personal growth each of us must traverse. Completion of Level 1 is equivalent to completing your “Bachelor’s” degree. Levels 2 and 3 are your Master’s and Ph.D. degrees, respectively! KRI’s desire is to produce teachers of Kundalini Yoga who will demonstrate awareness in consciousness, excellence in teaching skills and also serve as an example of depth and maturity of character. KRI supports you as part of a global community of Certified Instructors in order to: AAPrepare the foundations for the shift of humanity to the Aquarian Age by applying the legacy of the teachings, the golden chain and the example of Yogi Bhajan; AAServe and uplift individuals to be healthy, happy and holy; and AAProvide the opportunity for each person to awaken his or her capacity, character and sensitivity as a self-sensory human being who can be effectively intuitive, creative and compassionate. My personal hope is that you continue to use this technology to continue your growth. It is not simply a collection of techniques, concepts, good ideas and inspiring beliefs that you’ve mastered by completing Level 1 Teacher Training. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan is all about direct experience and the capacity to apply that experience to your life. To continue your growth and as a bridge to your first Level 2 course, whenever that may come along, I have chosen a meditation for you to practice as a 40-day sadhana immediately upon graduation from Level 1. It has two parts. Part 1: sit in any comfortable meditation pose with a straight spine. Begin 3 4 5 . Akhash Hai. KRI (formerly of Anchorage. Don’t pretend to know everything—send people to others.) Do this for 22–31 minutes as time allows. no competition. Yogi Bhajan.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Time-Honored Tips For Teachers a steady Breath of Fire for 11 minutes as you gradually survey all the cells of your body and the expansive domain of your aura.D. Happiness & Love on this planet. spin a bright white light from the heart center out and expand that spiral to encompass everything. (On one breath chant the three parts of the mantra. First part visualize the earth and your body from the navel down with a color of grey or earthy tones. Be Grateful. and all the Gurus for your guidance and sustenance. California and New York City. It will keep you aligned to your goals. for the Gift you’ve been given as a Kundalini Yoga Teacher this lifetime. Walk the breath to every part of you and become synchronized as a unified alertness: Ang Sang Whahe Guru.com FaceBook: Gurucharan Khalsa 3HO IKYTA asked some of our most beloved teachers what they would suggest new Level 1 graduates do to expand both their teaching practice and their local Kundalini Yoga community. Los Angeles. Here is what some of them had to say: Gurmukh Kaur and Gurushabd Singh Khalsa Golden Bridge Yoga. Bow many times a day.com). Listen & Hug a lot. “How may I serve you?” Understand the deepest meaning of “Giving. more qualified in their fields. USA Smile! Ask always. So. Part 2: Practice the meditation on Dhartee Hai. when that particular help is needed. Call upon the Siri Singh Sahib. working with all that want Peace. part two visualize the body from the brow point up and out to include the cosmos in a blue color like the sky. restaurants. Create through your formless subtle being. available from Spirit Voyage (www.spiritvoyage. Dress beautifully…just as you would be teaching class so you can best represent your consciousness. Graceful and not pushy. and no comparison. Nirvair Singh Khalsa CEO. KRI Director of Training yogamaster@aol. Guru Ram Das Hai mantra as done on the Miracle Mantra Volume Two CD. coffee shops. Become pure unbounded light. The effect is to create an intimacy between your subtle body and your action projection to manifest in your life. be sure to go where people can see you. Go to popular stores. Belong to the larger community. I congratulate you for your efforts. Be sure to carry calling cards and your teaching schedule to handout. Ph. And.” Develop the art of non-judgment. Local Fairs…any and all places where people can see you and speak to you. Gurucharan Singh Khalsa. New York. speed manifestation and opportunity and develop your presence as a healing touch for all who connect with you. I look forward to meeting you soon in my travels around the globe as your Director of Training. Your presence will remind them to come to class either as someone new or as someone that has gotten out of the habit of coming to class. accomplishments and heart. part three as you hold the other two images. in gratitude. Alaska!) Become Visible! On a regular basis. Understand deeply your profound link in this Golden Chain. ’ Kundalini Yoga is for those who are engaged in the finite world. “Let’s begin with the premise that yoga pre-dates all religion. we make and serve fresh Yogi Tea every day. The energetic is very different. no matter where we taught. AANew students are full of questions. It was a way to serve and nurture all who came. loving heart will provide a safe place for students to find their own answers. AA One question I receive from beginning students is. “I’ll get back to you on that.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Mehtab Singh Yoga Yoga.” “Religion is the external form of worship. “you’ve got to feed people. Do not “add” or “mingle” other systems or practices.” Shakta Kaur Kezios and Hari Dev Singh Beck Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL).” (This always captures one’s attention!) “Kundalini Yoga was developed for people with jobs and families. AAAs you prepare for class and select your kriya and meditation. “How is Kundalini Yoga different from Hatha yoga?” My answer begins with. Yogi Bhajan: “I have not come here to collect students but to create teachers. Sat Tara Singh Khalsa Mexico City.” Then I explain a bit about what a kriya is in Kundalini Yoga. Remember what Yogi Bhajan said: “Students are present because they were pre-sent to you. Even today with over 10. we always prepared and took homemade Yogi Tea made from fresh spices to every class. “Kundalini Yoga teaches in Kriya form and Hatha Yoga does not. At some point you’ll probably be asked if yoga is a religion.” AAThree things—invite students in for a class. Chicago. The Universe knows who is attending class and will help you pick the right kriya (if you are open to receive). After the Long Time Sunshine Song and three long Sat Nams always say “thank you. You can always defer an answer by saying. AARead a few pages of The Master’s Touch or something from the Aquarian Teacher Level 1 or Level 2 manuals just before each class. Our teaching practice skyrocketed as soon as we helped to create 17 new Kundalini Yoga Teachers in the first year we held a teacher training course. Mexico Connect with community! Always remember…the way from individual to universal consciousness goes through collective consciousness. There are no shortcuts! Use every excuse to connect with community…and then connect some more! Look for those spaces which have been overlooked. We saw every student as a potential teacher and encouraged everyone to consider becoming a teacher. As a teacher seeking to grow a practice. As they began to teach. Very often your warm.” It is important to point out there is no conflict between yoga and religion. See every student as a future teacher. Texas Serve Yogi Tea to everyone who comes! When we first started teaching. We estimate that we made and served nearly 25 tons of Yogi Tea last year. IL. Whether I am in town or not everyone knows they can come to KYL for veggie potluck at noon on Sunday. Teach only what you know.000 students coming to our yoga studios every month. “Shakta. give them the experience of 6 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. The condensed wisdom in these books always helps me deliver the teachings with the greatest impact.” Soon after hearing those words we began hosting a vegetarian potluck after my Sunday morning class. “the first requirement of Hatha Yoga is celibacy. the primary vision to hold is the one given to us by our teacher.” she said. allow your intuition to guide the process.” announce one or two upcoming events and invite students to “come back again soon!” Hari Dev Singh says: AADon’t think you have to know every answer to every question.” AAWhen teaching Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan® stay totally within that sphere of knowledge. Austin. Be sure to find your own graceful answer but be sure to prepare this little speech ahead of time. In India we’re called ‘householders. yoga is the inner journey. where nobody’s gone to teach before…they’re waiting for you! You’re always a student…otherwise it’s no fun 7 . and to give back to the students who gave to us. Here are some of the phrases I use to answer that question.” Then do some homework. their students found us and we kept creating more teachers. and encourage them to come back. USA Shakta Kaur says: -Greet every new student with “Welcome!” -Some of the best advice I received years ago came from Gurmukh (Golden Bridge). That one meal each week has created an incredible feeling of “home” and “community” at our center. Another fun answer is. We hope you receive inspiration from the samples provided. The Aquarian Teacher [AT]) 35 mins.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote Total: 80 minutes (with 10 minutes “wiggle room. kriyas (sequences of postures) combined with mantra (primal sounds) and meditations specifically chosen to clear and calm the mind. 310. Sample Curricula BREATHE YOUR WAY TO INNER CALM: AN INTRODUCTORY SERIES IN KUNDALINI YOGA AND MEDITATION Curriculum created by Tejwant Kaur (Teri) Hall of Prince Edward Island (PEI). Times for the kriyas include explanations of postures and/or transitions in between postures. 92). 8 mins. 2) Spine Flex. think Sat and while exhaling.: Deep relaxation (includes getting them into and out of relaxation) 10 mins. you are energetic and enthusiastic.) 5 mins. The intention is for students to come away from the series with a greater understanding of their conscious and unconscious use of the breath…and to never breathe backwards again! Class Notes Timing of the individual components of a Kundalini Yoga class are indicated. 9 . exhale back). 3) A kriya in Kundalini yoga is a sequence of postures. please forward it to upmak@3HO./p. If you would like to share a curriculum that you have successfully taught based upon the teachings of Yogi Bhajan®. 3 key skills/practices: 1) focusing at the brow point. and 3) breathe through the right nostril by blocking the left nostril with the thumb of the left hand. 2) The word ‘kundalini’ means awareness and manifesting the hidden potential of that awareness.org. students experience many different pranayam (breathing techniques). So. to stay young. 2) Long deep breathing starts by filling the abdomen. 5 mins. and tune-in. 19 5th ed. 69 5th ed. as requested.: Meditation to Open the Heart (p. p. Besides learning how to breathe correctly. p.: Deep relaxation. then expanding the chest.” 3 key skills/practices: 1) simple natural breathing. Class Two: Tapping Into Your Sun Energy 5 mins.”) 3 key concepts: 1) age is measured by the flexibility of the spine. This is although all graduates of Level 1 Teacher Training have already written two course curricula of their own! But. think Nam. 10 mins. 4) While inhaling. analytic and action-oriented. Finally. Souris PEI Canada.: Simple Natural Breathing (AT. 352 1st ed. and 3) Sat Kriya: men cross the right thumb over left and women cross the left thumb over the right. Deep relaxation includes the time it takes to bring the class into and out of deep relaxation.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote.: Welcome. 110).: Kriya: Basic Spinal Energy Series ( p. Meditation time includes time for explaining the components of the meditation and the benefits/effects.: Simple Natural Breathing (3-Part Yogic Breath p. Rte.’ plus. 4) ‘Sat’ means “truth” and ‘Nam’ means “Name. 4) Breathing solely through the right nostril draws on the energy of the Sun.: Intro. 395 1st ed. here are eight sample course curricula created and used successfully by Kundalini Yoga teachers.).: Long Deep Breathing (AT. RR#4. Class One: A Place Of Calm 5 mins.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Nine Fantastic Curricula One of the most requested tools new Kundalini Yoga teachers ask for are sample curricula. When you have a lot of “sun energy” you do not get cold. 90. 15 mins. 3) many people report greater mental clarity after regular practice of this kriya./p. 2) this kriya aids in digestion and it makes the mind clear. Canada./p. C0A 2B0 Introduction Designed for those unfamiliar with Kundalini yoga—or yoga itself—this series teaches many new concepts and skills about breathing and the breath.687.com | Telephone: 902. 436/p. 5 mins. finally breathing into the upper lobes of the lungs (underneath the clavicle).: Meditation for a Calm Heart (p. 339 1st ed. 90). the top of the nose where the eyebrows meet. breath and sound that are integrated together. The word kriya means ‘complete action.3367 Mailing Address: #690. 35 mins. 8 10 mins. 26 5th ed. we understand the desire for new ideas and examples to provide both inspiration and guidance. E-Mail: teri@peiseaglass. Total: 83 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) Our main Kriya is named after the energy of the sun— surya. at least three key skills and three key concepts are listed for each class.: Kriya: Surya Kriya (p.) 15 mins. the navel point moves out on the inhale and in and up on the exhale. stay flexible. introduction and tune-in. (inhale forward. : Kriya: Disease Resistance & Heart Helper (p. 5 mins. stopping a urination and pulling the navel in and up). Reverse the entire sequence of alternating the fingers for men. 15 mins. 15 mins. endurance and nerve strength. 2) 11 minutes a day of eight-stroke breathing can give you enough energy to balance your (daily) consumption of (prana) life and take you out of stress. 336 1st ed. posture 1 promotes calmness and disease resistance.: Intro. place the palms facing each other. 2) Breath of Fire (pant like a dog or blow out the flame from a birthday candles just using the breath from your nostrils). 20 mins. Class Six: The Key To Controlling The Mind Is Controlling The Breath! 5 mins.: Deep relaxation. 343 1st ed. Put the right thumb tip just above the base of the thumb on the webbing between the thumb and index finger of the left hand. not just the physical body. interlace the fingers with the right little finger on the bottom. 20 mins. 25 mins.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote.).: Kriya for Disease Resistance (p. 30 mins. focuses you on the real priorities in your life and helps you sacrifice what is needed to accomplish them./p. 385 1st ed. 10 5th ed. 5 mins. and the thumb presses the nail of the big toe).: Intro.: Warm-Up: Surya Namaskar (p. 12.).: Kriya for Elevation (p. 360 1st ed.: Meditation for Stress or Sudden Shock (p. Class Four: Postures & Meditations To Keep You Free Of Illness And Stress! 5 mins. 15 mins. 2) Pumping the stomach by forcefully drawing the navel in toward the spine and then relaxing it again. 5 mins. Total: 75 minutes (If time. 116). cool-headedness. and 3) The Laya Yoga meditation stimulates your creativity.: Pranayam: 3-part yogic breath. Total: 80 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) We have 10 bodies. 11 . 34 5th ed). 15 mins. angled towards the floor. 5 min. If that is your choice you may not have enough time for dancing. it is essential to keep digestion and elimination functioning well. 442/p.).: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote. 5 mins.: Intro. Praanayam). and 3) The meditation balances the left hemisphere of the brain with the base of the right hemisphere. If it is repeated twice at 3 mins each posture (12 mins.: Deep relaxation. 165.).: Basic Breath Series (with reduced times). 15 mins.: Pranayam: 3-part yogic breath. ideally the shins should be one in front of each other on the floor. Praana. Class Five: We Are More Than Our Physical Body—Remembering The Link Between You And The Creator.: Deep relaxation (including getting them into and out of relaxation). 59 5th ed./p. and tune-in. 10 mins. The tip of the left thumb presses the fleshly mound at the base of the right thumb. and 3) raising the arms to a 60 degree angle. 337/ p. And tune in. 3 key skills/practices: 1) Long deep breathing through one nostril. Note: The main kriya is designed to be repeated 3 times.: Pranayam: Basic Breath Series (p. 3 key skills/practices: 1) Venus Lock: For women. 5 mins. dancing to Sada Sat Kaur’s Adi Shakti Bhangra Mix on Mantra Masala CD)./p. supporting clarity.: Meditation: 8-Stroke Breath for Energy and Stress Release (p.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote. and 3) Finger lock: (index finger and middle finger presses the fleshy part of the big toe. This kriya helps in these areas. 2) Exercise 2 stimulates the third Chakra. 3 key skills/practices: 1) applying mulbandh by contracting and pulling up the rectum. and patience. and tune-in. 28). Total x 2 = 24 minutes) it can take as long as 34 minutes with explanations and transitions in between postures./p. and 3) sitting in Easy Pose. we have a wide array of techniques to control our moods and energies.: Intro. 2) placing the hands in Gyan Mudra (touch the pad of the thumb with the pad of the index finger).IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Class Three: Inner Resistance 5 mins. Praanee. lifting up the sex organ and pulling in the navel point (it’s like stopping a bowel movement. and tune-in.: Kriya: Awakening to Your 10 Bodies (p. 3) To avoid persistence colds and illness. Total: 80 minutes 10 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 3 key concepts: 1) Long deep breathing relaxes and calms and gives capacity to manage negativity and emotions. This enable the brain to maintain its equilibrium under stress. 45 mins. Is it possible? Do you have 11 minutes?!. 17 5th ed. Sitting on a cushion is important to raise the hips to be higher than the knees. 3 key concepts: 1) this Kriya. 2) through the simple mechanism of closing or opening one of the nostrils. 354/p. 35 mins. 78). 78). 13 . There should be a straight line from the top of the head to the base of the spine.: Kriya: Renew your Nervous System and Build Stamina (Reaching Me in Me.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote Total: 80 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) Kirtan kriya is one of three meditations that Yogi Bhajan mentioned would carry us through the Aquarian Age. and 3) Making an “O” of your mouth and breathing through your mouth (Cannon Breath). 19) 15 mins. dhristi). 404/p.e. and 3) Allow the light of your soul to shine in your life and you will have the joy and success that is your birthright as a human.: Pranayam: Perspective and Emotional Balance (AT. and 3) Sat Kriya circulates the Kundalini energy through the cycle of the chakras aids in digestion and strengthens the nervous system. 2) If a person’s shoulders get tight. 2) Alternate Nostril Breathing can help with headaches. and 4) Front platform pose.. migraines and other stress-related symptoms.. hand position) of the meditation created by exerting pressure on the 10 points of the fingers that correlate to the zones of the brain. 35 mins. and emotional levels. 2) Standing up and dancing shaking the entire body to the rhythmic beat of Bangara music. fixing your eyes at the tip of the nose. 35 mins.e.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote Total: 85 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) This kriya exercises the spine and aids in the circulation of prana to balance the chakras. 172) 5 mins. 5 mins. and tune-in. 2) The meditation is excellent to do before bed to let go of the worries of the day. Science & Application of Kundalini Yoga. and the index finger of ring finger of the right hand to close the left nostril in what is sometimes called “U Breathing. 3 skills/practices: 1) Each finger touching the tip of the thumb in turn with a firm but gentle pressure (Mudra in Kirtan Kriya). 20) 15 mins. mental. and 3) The mind follows the breath. 403/p.’ 2) The breath and the Word are in intimate relationship.” 12 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Class Eight: Chakra Focus For Calm 10 mins.: Meditation: Kirtan Kriya (AT. 2) Mudra (i. 406/p.: Meditation: Anti-Anxiety (The Art. never with the head). Class Nine: Live By The Beat Of Your Heart 5 mins. Whisper (the voice of the lover) and Silent (the voice of the divine). even if all other teachings were lost. Class Seven: Let The Light Of Your Soul Shine In Your Life 5 mins. p. 346/p.: Pranayman Enerizer Series (AT. 404/p.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 10 mins. 77) 35 mins.: Intro. Total: 75 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) Alternate Nostril Breathing creates a deep sense of well-being and harmony on the physical.: Kriya: Nabhi Kriya for Prana-Apana (AT. 3 key skills/practices: 1) Neck rolls: relaxing the jaw will relax the neck. p. 3 key skills/practices: 1) Suspending the breath.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote Total: 85 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) Breath awareness begins with recognizing the breath as both the gross physical breath. p.: Deep relaxation 20 mins. p. The key to controlling the mind is in controlling the breath.: Deep relaxation 10 mins. 3 key skills/practices: 1) eye focus (i.: Meditation for Perspective & Emotional Balance (p. 2) Modified Maha Mudra: The spine stays straight. 99) 5 mins. 2) Mudra of hands to a position of four inches apart in front of the chest with the palms facing each other and feeling the energy flow. and tune-in 5 mins. 3) Meditating on the flow of the breath as you relax and it settles into a normal rhythm. 37) 15 mins. and 3) Life Nerve Stretch and Front Nerve Stretch (lead with the navel point.: Deep relaxation 15 mins. p. 80) 5 mins.: Meditation: Tattva Balance Beyond Stress & Duality (AT.: Kriya: For a Calm and Open Heart Center Yoga for Women (SelfKnowledge. that person feels old and lifeless. p. 425/p.: Intro. as well as the subtle life force of the body and mind called ‘prana. and 3) The mantra for Kirtan Kriya is chanted in the three languages of consciousness—Aloud (the voice of the human). and 3) use the thumb of the right hand to close the right nostril. p. p.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote. /p. Is your breath of life conscious and deep? You can absolutely not be old in energy. start off slowly. 123 5th ed.” 14 15 . It’s a simple law. Illinois.e. In these classes a very simple drawing of the location of the chakras was used to enhance a beginner’s ability to focus on each chakra with each wave of the meditation. They do not touch the Heavens and the Earth.muniz@sbcglobal. It is the Seven Wave Sat Nam (AT.) BALANCING THE CHAKRAS This eight-week curriculum was created by Ram Nam Kaur (Kathleen) Muniz. p. p. we can be eating well./p. but if our adrenals fail.” (Let the breath go. The use of the same meditation in each class introduces the beginner to the benefits of practicing a meditation over time and lays a foundation for developing a daily sadhana. Life is not granted by years or by time and space. i. 2) Our energy can be flowing.: Long Time Sun and prayer/quote. p.” “The entire Universe is just one person. to you…It is linked with one thing. Talk to it. Week 1 Kriya for the 1st Chakra (The Kundalini Yoga Experience. p. to you. A mantra projects our mind to Infinity. breath to breath. 1. of Orland Park. 5 mins. This is life relationship: you and your breath. however. p. technically speaking. p.) “May I walk in the company of my own holiness and fall in love with my own soul and be bewitched with the breath of life so I can enjoy my fulfillment forever.: Kriya: Stress Set for Adrenals & Kidneys (AT. When it is disconnected.: Intro.: Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (AT. p.” “More praana the body consumes (from the breath) more wealth comes. 20 5th ed.: Deep relaxation. 96). p. 350/p. We are all one mala. ) Week 7 Kriya to Relieve Inner Anger (Transformations Vol. You can get everything from your breath of life. p. try holding the back of the upper thighs and press the knees into the chest. then when the movement is established. pp. Total: 80 minutes 3 key concepts: 1) ‘Man’ = mind. to you.” IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book (Inhale deeply and hold the breath. Now please speak to your breath. ) Week 6 Ajna Stimulation Kriya (The Kundalini Yoga Experience. ) Week 8 Two kriyas for the aura: Kriya to Strengthen the Aura (Aquarian Teacher. There are no two persons. as long as your head moves last. There is one link of a breath of life. ) Week 2 Kriya: Refining Your Sexuality and Spirituality (Self-Knowledge.net | Telephone: 708724-9368 Class Notes In this series the kriya each week focuses on one chakra beginning with the first chakra and concluding with the eighth chakra (aura). E-Mail: kathleen. and 3) Cat-Cow. People who take deep breaths never feel old. ‘trang’ = wave or projection.). People with short breath are always absolutely poor.) Week 4 Kriya for the Neutral Mind (The Ten Light Bodies of Consciousness.” “What is old age? Old is a shallow breath. you are gone. sleeping enough. 12) “You live by breath. 35 mins. 65–69) Week 5 Kriya to be Creative (5th Chakra) (The Kundalini Yoga Experience. it is hard to keep up. 25) Week 3 Nabhi Kriya for Prana-Apana (Aquarian Teacher. The meditation for each of the eight classes is the same. 422/p. 346 1st ed. and tune-in. p. linked with one thread of the breath of life. The span of life is granted by breath: such and such soul granted so many breaths. 15 mins. 3 key skills/practices: 1) neck lock (Jalandhar Bandh) (no wrinkles in the back of the neck). They can be old. 2) back rolls: if the lower spine is not making enough contact with the ground. Pray with it. 349/p. you can speed up. They half breathe. to you. 449 1st ed. one rosary. 24). 20 mins. Sat Naam. which comes from me to you. p.23) and Kriya for Electromagnetic Frequency (Yoga for Youth and Joy. They breathe only in the upper area. but they never feel old. and 3) glandular balance and in particular strong adrenals and kidneys are important to have that extra edge to control anger and hypoglycemia.. Quotes/Prayers To Use During This Series “Life is moment to moment. You can go as fast as you want.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Class Ten: Healing Yourself—Because You Can You Know! 5 mins. Kriya for the 10th Body (TLBC.shaktakaur. NSK. 277). Siri Atma Singh Khalsa. Kriya for the Ninth Body (TLBC. Ste. 422). D. Kriya—Working the Total Self (Kundalini Yoga Manual.D. Gong for Deep Relaxation. pp. NSK. which contains previously unpublished kriyas for the ten bodies along with other information that might be useful as you design your own “ten bodies” curriculum. 60605. Meditation for the Positive Mind (third body) (The Mind. Gong Deep Relaxation. available at www. 141– 145. Guru Dharam Khalsa and Darryl O’Keefe). Meditation for the Physical Body (The Kundalini Yoga Experience. 514. Pet Ardas Meditation (Mul Mantra) (KRI International Teacher Training Certification Level One. Gong Deep Relaxation. Gong for Deep Relaxation.. Mukunday (The Art of Making Sex Sacred. Class Eight: 10th Body.shaktakaur. 37–41. 34–37.C. Gong Deep Relaxation. Class Four: 1) Kriya for Physical and Mental Vitality (Kundalini Yoga Manual edited by Rama Kirn Singh (currently out-of-print). Class Nine: 11th Embodiment..shaktakaur. and The Mind by Yogi Bhajan.com | Telephone: 312-922-4699 Web Page: www. Gong Deep Relaxation. 115).D.shaktakaur. pp.com) which includes an 11-minute Gobinda meditation. published Waves of Healing in 2009. 1998). Meditation: Sodarshan Chakra Kriya (AT. 59. Gong for Deep Relaxation. 110. p.com). IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book (Kundalini Yoga Sadhana Guidelines. Class Five: Sixth & Seventh Bodies. pp. 127– 130. Kriya for the Eighth Body (TLBC. Gong for Deep Relaxation. 94–95). Guru Terath Kaur Khalsa. 1st ed. 410 S. edited by Rama Kirn Singh (currently out-of-print).com). p.com). 175. p. pp. 9–10) and Kriya For Strengthening the Aura 16 17 . Michigan Ave. Chicago. pp. 3-Ring Binder Manual. 15–16 (kriya available at www. Meditation for the Chakras—Antar Naad Mudra (also called Kabadshe Meditation (Sa Ray Sa Sa) (AT. Class One: Kriya: Awakening to Your 10 Bodies (AT.com) and/or in Kundalini Yoga by Shakta Kaur Khalsa. p. E-Mail: shakta@shaktakaur. Class Seven: Ninth Body.shaktakaur. kriya available at www. Illinois. Gurucharan Singh Khalsa. NSK. p. p.shaktkakaur.. NSK. Meditation—Healing the Physical...shaktakaur. Since then. p. 2nd edition. Mental & Spiritual Bodies (Self-Experience.com). Gong Deep Relaxation. meditation available at www. pp. pp. 65–69).IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book THE 10 BODIES Originally taught in 2003 as a 90-minute class series by Shakta Kaur Kezios of Chicago. The Ten Light Bodies of Consciousness (currently out-of-print) by KRI CEO Nirvair Singh Khalsa. NSK. pp.. pp. Ph. Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (AT. 155–157 kriya available at www. kriya available at www. Class Two: Kriya for the Second Body (Negative Mind) (The Ten Light Bodies of Consciousness (TLBC). p. and KRI Director of Training.D. Class Three: Kriya for the Fourth Body (Neutral Mind) (TLBC.shaktakaur.D. Venus Kriya Meditation: Heart Saver Gobinday. Yogi Bhajan. IL. p. p. Nirvair Singh Khalsa. 37) or Meditation for the 11th Body (TLBC. 154). p. 337-338). Ph. Kriya for Balancing the Three Psyches (Reaching Me in Me. 72 ).D. kriyas available at www. Ph. Class Notes Shakta used three primary sources when originally creating this curriculum: Tantric Numerology by Guruchander Singh Khalsa. Class Six: Eighth Body. 412).com). Laya Yoga Meditation at the end of Kriya. pp. M. Ph. 450).com Mailing Address: Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL). com | Telephone: 902-583-2674 Mailing Address: RR#1 3353 Launching Road. When the messages change we can feel lighter and more joyous.) 28 min. Closing: “May the Long Time Sun”. Class Notes The times listed for the kriyas include transition times in between postures. 3. kriyas.238). Closing: May the Long Time Sun. 3.238). Warm Up: “Medical Meditation for the Thyroid Gland” 1 minute each posture (Meditation as Medicine. p. 5 min.” 2 min. dhristi. p. Class One: Let’s Start All Over! 5 min. 15 min. Baby Pose. health issues and physical inflexibility. blocked emotions. p. i. Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. etc. include the time needed for the teacher to explain any mudra. Introduction to teacher Tune In: “Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo” and Golden Chain. Belly pumping Three key concepts: 1. Sadhana—importance of daily practice. Tune In: Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo and Golden Chain 32 min. 348. 18 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 5 min. breath work and relaxation to help change the messages they feed themselves. Kriyas are an effective series of postures designed for a purpose don’t have to be perfect—just lean in the right direction and you will gain benefits! Class 2: Climbing Out from Under the Blockages 5 min. Atmabir Kaur (Ruth) Richman E-Mail: ruth@yogaink. Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. full times. Sat Kriya. Dr. addictions. 8. Relaxation: continues. The times listed for all other class components. Shakta Kaur Khalsa. Yogi Bhajan quote: “You can never get rid of your fear. Canada. 2. Celibate Pose Bends. 2. three long Sat Nams.. breath. It is noted if the postures are held the recommended full time or a percentage of the full time. Level 1 Instructional Yoga Manual. 5 minutes of playing I am the Light of the Soul (Gurudass Kaur on European Yoga Festival CD). Three key concepts: 1. food cravings. meditation. Full times. Ends with a 5 minute relaxation. 5 minutes of the Gong.5 minute Meditation included in the kriya. PEI Canada C0A 1G0 Introduction This curriculum is designed as six one-hour classes. pp 106–109). . MD. And when we feel more positive about ourselves watch out—because nothing is beyond our abilities! This series gives beginners to Kundaini yoga a set of new thoughts to say to themselves. you can never get rid of your pain. 3. 19 . 7 minutes of meditation not including getting them into and out of the mediation. Warm Up: “Medical Meditation for the Thyroid Gland” (Meditation as Medicine. face and address some of the issues that might be weighing them down. closing prayer. called mantras and new ways to use their bodies in sets of exercises called kriyas. (Self Experience.” And/or closing prayer.. just to name a few! This series is designed to help students find. Dharma Singh Khalsa. Self massage. Cardigan. By clearing up a variety of issues and freeing emotional blocks the intention is that one’s self-esteem rises and the weight begins to fall off. Three key concepts and three key skills taught in each class are also listed here. Inner anger blocks your relationship with others and yourself.4). Dr. Breath of Fire (contained in Kriya). Deep Relaxation: 5 minutes leading students into and out of deep relaxation. Tune In: “Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo” and Golden Chain 5 min. 5 min. 2.e. Kriya: To Relieve Inner Anger (Kundalini Yoga. Dharma Singh Khalsa. MD. We carry anger from childhood—this is as good a time as any to let it go! Class 3: Angry? Who’s Angry? 5 min. Introduction to “Weighty Matters. Many of us carry around the extra weight of unresolved issues from the past or feelings of guilt. This can create a buffet of low self-esteem. three long Sat Nams. pp. mantra. 7 min. Main Kriya: “Conscious Rebirthing” (full times). Warm-Up Kriya: Sat Kriya (Aquarian Teacher. Students will use mantra. doesn’t matter what effort you make. etc. 2. until you have the guts to forgive yourself. 182).IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Weighty Matters Curriculum created by Kirinpal Kaur (Ruth Richman) of Prince Edward Island (PEI). Meditation: Meditation to Release the Past Especially Childhood Anger (Meditation as Medicine. Just forgive yourself. meditation. 11 min. 3. p. The intention for this six-week course was to instill the notion that there is more to the extra weight someone might be carrying around than simply calories and the tonnage of fad diets. We are designed to feel good!. Mantra. Kundalini Yoga for Youth and Joy. Slowing the breath—4 breaths a minute.” Class 5: Losing The Weight Of The Past 5 min. Har. Kriya: Abdominal Strengthening. 2. Meditation: Meditation for Trust (Kundalini Yoga. Yogi Bhajan quote for the end of class: “…that inner anger has to come out. Reverse Lion Pose. Shakta Kaur Khalsa. 134).. ? min. Warm up: 3 rounds of Surya Namaskar 26 min. commitment. Locust pose. that shall be. 3. Mention the power of gazing at the tip of the nose. Dristi (look towards upper lip in the meditation) Three key concepts: 1. Kundalini Yoga’s effect on the parasympathetic nervous system. 3 long Sat Nam. Why don’t you volunteer yourself and get it out? Why to suffer? Once your inner anger is out. (time permitting). Kriya: “Kriya for State of Mind and Paranoia” (half times). Prosperity is more than money in the bank. 3 long Sat Nams and closing quote and/or prayer Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. 15 min. Closing: May the Long Time Sun.. weight loss. Cobra pose (King Cobra) lifting the feet up toward the head. all you are left with is wisdom. Tune In: “Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo” and Golden Chain 30 min. 5 minutes gong. Closing: “May the Long Time Sun”. Jaap Sahib. closing prayer Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. It has to find a way. 5 minutes of the gong. p 106 full times) 5 min.. Three key concepts: 1. closing quote and/or prayer Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. p 223). Aquarian Teacher (AT). Kriya: To be Rid of Internal Anger full times (Kundalini Yoga. Relaxation 15 min. 60). Kriya: “Beginners Cleansing Set”(Sadhana Guidelines. 3. Yogi Bhajan quote: “You determine your worth. Dance. 5 minutes silence. 2. 2. “…trust is the basis for faith. More relaxation (total of 5 minutes led into deep relaxation.) 20 21 . 3. IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 13 min. Total: 60 minutes Three key skills: 1. Haree. Three key concepts: 1. 13 min Meditation: Prosperity. Three key concepts: 1. Relaxation: 5 minutes to get into deep relaxation. Meditation: “Parasympathetic Rejuvenation” Gong Meditation. Relaxation: 5 minutes led into deep relaxation. 3. Yogi Sit-ups. Relaxation (included at the end of the kriya) 10 min. Meditation: Meditation for Stress Relief and Resolving Issues from the Past (Meditation as Medicine. The power of slowing the breath Class 6: Prosperity And Fulfillment 4 min. 3 minutes silence and then 3 minutes to bring them out of deep relaxation 7 min. Fighting Pose. closing quote and/or prayer. 3 long Sat Nam. p 172) 6 minute meditation 6 min. Haray. 4 min Closing: May the Long Time Sun. and the uplifted spirit” (quote from Kundalini Yoga. pp 138-139) 16 min.11 minutes of the meditation plus instructions and benefits. p. 5 minutes gong. p. 3. A strong nervous system creates a constant and direct person.. Pituitary. 2.”. 2. 2. Dharma Singh Khalsa. Har chanted properly. half times. 3. The concept of the aura and the eight chakras Class 4: House Cleaning 5 min. 2 minutes of silence and 3 minutes to lead them out of deep relaxation. Closing: May the Long Time Sun. 3. Fulfillment. Bridge Pose. 3. three long Sat Nams. p. Gazing at the tip of the nose eye focus. New mantra. Nobody else can do it. 2. Dr.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 21 min. Lighter (in mind) is better!. 446) 5 min. and Success Circling Your Psyche (Infinity and Me. Shakta Kaur Khalsa. 2nd ed. Tune In: Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo 24 min. thyroid and parathyroid glands. (Sadhana Guidelines. Tune In: “Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo” and Golden Chain 4 min. pp 39–40) 5 min. Venus Lock. Whatever worth you give yourself. 5 min. 172). 2. p. P. theme of the class with some pointers 22 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 13 min. Puerto Rico. Class 1: Balance Your Three Psyches Kriya: Balancing the Three Psyches (Reaching Me in Me.com Mailing Address: Cond. connecting with the space. E-mail: satyaprem@pasosyoga. i. without transitions 2 min. the mind and the heart center. Apt. Tune In: Includes the Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo. PR 00987 Overall Theme This curriculum is for anyone wanting to either stay healthy or to maintain their health—especially those with serious health conditions. Relaxation 11 min. Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. This series was designed with HIV positive patients in mind.” Components of Class #1 5 min. bigger and higher. continue the panting breath through your nose). 3) Good physical health comes from a good mental health and a well functioning heart. Class Notes Three key skills and three key concepts taught to students in each day’s class are also listed here. connecting with the space. Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. 9–10). and reading a Yogi Bhajan quote Total: 58.4674 | Web page: www. Relaxation 14 min. 4301. Meditation: Kirtan Kriya (Aquarian Teacher [AT]. It is about how to stay healthy even with that condition.com/ortizmyr@gmail. There’s a beauty in your radiance.425). 3) Kundalini Yoga balances the intelligence. By strengthening and balancing the nervous system. you keep the immune system in balance and thus keep disease away. Meditation: Whole meditation 2 min. Relaxation: Guided Relaxation 15 min.com Telephone: 787. 3 Key Skills: 1) Root Lock or mulbandh (it is like stopping a bowl movement. the one on your immediate environment and the one on the landscape. Kriya: Whole times. Quote from Yogi Bhajan at the end of Class #1: “There’s a beauty in your presence. Meditation: Meditation with closing 2 min. and. without transitions 1. p. 3) Cat Pose (arch the upper back like an angry cat as you bring the chin into the chest).509.433) (using track #4 of Sat Kartar Kaur’s Flow CD). 3 Key Skills: 1) Breath of Fire (BOF. Tune In: Includes the Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo. 395) 3 Key Concepts: 1) Good elimination is the key for a good health. Explanation of the Mudra and chant 5 min. p. 2) Cow Pose (lift head and let your pelvis tilt so that your tailbone points towards the sky).IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Boost Your Immune System Curriculum created by Satya Prem Kaur (Mayra) Ortiz of San Juan. works on the eight centers and the 10 bodies to help you become harmonious.5 min.pasosyoga. Ave. pant like a dog and then close the mouth. 17–18) Meditation: I am. 2) The stimulation of the navel area is very important for components that help your physical and mental health. Relaxation: Guided Relaxation 12 min. Total: 56 minutes Class 2: Keeping Disease Away Kriya: Disease and Heart Helper (Aquarian Teacher. and pulling the navel in and up). Asking to bring someone to their mind. theme of the class with some pointers 16 min. 3) Suspension of the breath (holding the breath in. 2) Gyan Mudra (pad of index finger touches pad of the thumb). Explanation of the Mudra and Mantra 5 min. Kriya: Whole times. Transitions 3 min.5 minutes Class 3: Strengthen Your Heart Kriya: Exercises for the Heart Center (Reaching Me in Me. 3 Key Concepts: 1) There are three psyches: the individual inner psyche. sip in a little bit more through the nose). Transitions 3 min. Carolina. chant. and reading a Yogi Bhajan quote. And that radiating of your psyche reaches out and communicates who you are. pp. Torres del Escorial 4008. 354) Meditation: Meditation for a Calm Heart (Aquarian Teacher. Asking to bring someone to their mind. stopping a urination. if you need more air. p. 23 .. chant. Components of Class #2 5 min. 2) In order to be harmonious with yourself you need to balance your psyches. I am (AT. Sur.e. pp. 2) The aura is also your projection. Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra 2 min. Asking to bring someone to their mind. Meditation: Gunpati Kriya Meditation (Aquarian Teacher. 3 key Concepts: 1) In order to transcend. illness cannot penetrate your body (Aquarian Teacher. Kriya: Prana & Apana Balance. Lock the right hand fingers over the left hand fingers).5 min. 3 Key Skills: 1) Crow Pose 2) Cobra Pose 3) Body Drops (legs stretched out in front. 3 Key Skills: 1) Surya Mudra (touch the pad of the ring finger with the pad of the thumb). situations and illness. 2) Triangle pose (lift the hips so the body forms a triangle). chant. without transitions 3. nerves must be strong and balanced. Mantra and Mudra 5 min. Meditation: Divine Shield meditation 2 min. Components of Class #3 5 min. 3) Bow Pose. the Endocrine System) are the guardians of your health. I Am meditation 2 min. chant. Right palm faces the back of the left hand. if you can heal yourself auricly. p. use a pillow under the buttocks if needed). Apana is the eliminating force of the body. Raise and drop the body. 3 Key Skills: 1) Celibate Pose (spread feet far enough apart for the hips to fit between them. 116). the first unit of energy. 3 Key Concepts: 1) Prana is the subtle life force.418) 3 Key Concepts: 1) The Aura is the electromagnetic field that surrounds the body. Kriya: Whole times. p.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 3 Key Concepts: 1) When working the heart you also work the thymus gland which is responsible for a strong. without transitions 2 min. chant. and read Yogi Bhajan quote and/or prayer. 3) The 2nd exercise mudra (extend left arm forward parallel to the ground. Relaxation 11 min. Pranayam: Immune System Booster 24 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 9 min.e. 349) Meditation: The Divine Shield Meditation (Aquarian Teacher.374). palm facing to the right. Asking to bring someone to their mind. without transitions 2 min.. and reading a Yogi Bhajan quote Total: 59 minutes Class 4: Keep Disease Away Pranayam: Immune System Booster: The Inner Sun (Aquarian Teacher. your shield from negative people. Your projection is an attitude of mind to approach action in a certain way. 3) Pranayam increases blood circulation all over your body. 422). p. Explanation of the Mudra and chant 5 min. Kriya: Whole times. Meditation: I Am. 2) When your aura or electromagnetic field is strong no negativity 25 . Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. 3) The navel point is a center of energy transformation in the body. p. Transitions 6 min. Tune In: Includes the Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo. Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. Components of Class #5 5 min. Tune In: Includes the Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo. It is your protection. 420). 391) Kriya: Strengthening the Aura (Aquarian Teacher. Relaxation: Guided Relaxation 15 min. connecting with the space. Explanation of the Mudra and chant 5 min. Tune In 13 min. hands at sides on the floor. Relaxation: Meditation included in kriya 15 min. p. Total: 55 minutes Class 5: Balancing Your Energy Kriya: Prana and Apana Balance (Aquarian Teacher. Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (Aquarian Teacher. Transitions 3 min. 2) Most healing has to do with rearranging the prana in an appropriate way. Transitions 3 min. Relaxation 11 min. functioning immune system. theme of the class with some pointers 16. 3) All illness comes into the aura first. theme of the class with some pointers 3 min. Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. Relaxation 11 min. p. p. p. 2) Glands (i. Asking to bring someone to their mind.202). Relaxation: Guided Relaxation 15 min. Bring right arm beneath the left wrist. Components of Class #4 5 min.5 min. connecting with the space. Explanation of the Meditation. 2) Leg lifts (legs stay parallel to the ground) 3) 90˚ Leg Lifts (keep the back on the floor using Mulbandh to root yourself into the earth). and reading a Yogi Bhajan quote Total: 56 minutes Class 6: Become Still And You’ll Overcome Anything Kriya: Strength to Sacrifice (Kundalini Yoga Sadhana Guidelines. Chant the mantra on a single breath as you press the pads of the fingertips sequentially with the thumb on each syllable).com | Telephone: 312-922-4699 Web Page: www. 41–44). no transitions 1. Meditation: Meditation for the Sixth Chakra (Meditation as Medicine. 410 S. Meditation: Healing the Physical. 514. Kriya: Strength to Sacrifice. Explanation of the Meditation. 23–25).shaktakaur. Long Time Sunshine Song and Sat Nam. p. Meditation: To Eliminate Negative Thoughts (Yoga for Prosperity. 422 1st ed. Whole times. Mental and Spiritual Bodies (Self-Experience. 11–13). Tune In: Includes the Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo. pp. connecting with the space.. p.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book can enter your field and provoke reaction. 96 5th ed. pp. 31 minutes then 10 minutes deep relaxation. Meditation: Gunpati Kriya meditation 2 min. Student Manual of Instruction as Taught by Yogi Bhajan. 48–49) Class Six: Kriya: Detoxification (Self-Experience. bend forward and grab the toes. and reading a Yogi Bhajan quote Total: 55. p. Meditation: The Liberated Heart for Equanimity. 25). ankles or thighs keeping the back straight. pp. Ste. Asking to bring someone to their mind. 393.5 minute deep relaxation. 60605. Steadfastness & Immunity (KRI International Teacher Training Certification Level 1 Manual. pp. 50) Class Eight: Kriya: Refresh Your Lymph System (Fountain of Youth. p.5 min Transitions 15 min. IL. Chicago. Science & Application of Kundalini Yoga. pp./p. 3) There are many challenges and lessons in life in the midst of which you can stay strong based on the conviction of your consciousness. Meditation: Guru Ram Das Chant Class Three: Kriya: To Control your Domain (Saahibee Kriya) (Inner Workout Manual. Meditation: Breath of Ten to Become Disease Free (Self-Experience. Class One: Kriya: General Maintenance (Slim & Trim. Relaxation: Includes guided Relaxation 13 min.) 26 27 . 131–141). p. 37) Class Five: Kriya: SAD and Depression (The Art. the kriya includes an 8.5 minutes IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Yoga For Seasonal Change This curriculum was designed to ease the transition from fall into winter in the northern hemisphere. 15–16). pp. Mantra and Mudra 5 min. Meditation: Shabd Kriya (Kundalini Yoga Manual. copyright 1998) Class Four:: Kriya: Exercises to Create a Disease-Free Body (Reaching Me in Me. 249) Class Seven: Kriya for Disease Resistance (Keeping Up. It was originally compiled and used by Shakta Kaur Kezios in 2005 as a series of eight 90-minute classes. Components of Class #6 5 min. chant. Michigan Ave. 9–10). p. it is more about bringing the heart to the thighs than about bringing the nose to the knees). 3) Gunpati Kriya uses a mudra that moves. 3–7). 3 key Skills: 1) 1st exercise mudra (keep the fingers tightly together at chin level as you chant 2) Forward Bend (extend legs. pp. edited by Rama Kirn Singh. E-Mail: shakta@shaktakaur. p. pp.com Mailing Address: Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL). Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (AT. theme of the class with some pointers 14 min. 30) Class Two: Kriya: Immune Strengthening Workout (Inner Workout Manual. along with her mother. 2. These Guidelines are attached in the ‘Resource’ section of this document. 29 . Week 1 Kriya: Pregnancy Yoga Set #1 (www. Plakans available at www. 202) Meditation: Bountiful Beautiful Meditation (Bountiful. Guru Guru Wahe Guru Guru Ram Das Guru: there are many versions suitable for a pregnancy yoga class. Teach a meditation. pg. 192) Meditation: Concentration and Freedom From Pain (Conscious Pregnancy. what restrictions to honor. the I Am A Woman manual. edited by Tarn Taran Kaur Khalsa and Bountiful. 5. These are 3 separate papers. one for each trimester.socalbirth. The Adi Shakti on this CD is perfect for an 11-minute meditation. Deep relaxation on the back or left side. Note that deep relaxation should be at least 10 minutes in a prenatal class. 164) Week 2 Kriya: Pregnancy Yoga Set #2 (www. yogajournal. pg.socalbirth. Blissful.net | Telephone: 708724-9368 Elements of a Pre-Natal Class Based Upon the Teachings of Yogi Bhajan: 1. 4.socalbirth. E-Mail: kathleen. 6. For more general information about yoga asanas for each trimester refer to Tools for Teaching Prenatal Yoga by Brenda K. Begin by tuning in with Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo to create a meditative space. Have students take at least two deep refreshing breaths before closing the class. In addition to Conscious Pregnancy.soccalbirth. Prabhu Nam Kaur.org were shared by Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa (Golden Bridge).org) Meditation: Leaving the Fear & Welcoming the Challenge (Bountiful. Magnetic Field & Deep Meditation (Conscious Pregnancy pg. what to emphasize. edited by Sat Purkh Kaur Khalsa.socalbirth. Encourage the students to ask for the miracle they want in their lives as they listen to and/or chant the mantra during class. Teach a pregnancy yoga set or kriya as modified by Yogi Bhajan.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book The Power Of The Mother: A Series Of Seven 60-Minute Pre-Natal Yoga Classes. 30) Week 7 Kriya: Pregnancy Set to Strengthen the Pelvis (Conscious Pregnancy. The meditations used are all standard Kundalini yoga meditations. 3. The Guidelines for Teaching Pregnancy Yoga Based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan by Tarn Taran Kaur Khalsa provides good basic information about teacher responsibilities. Illinois. pg. how to make the classes appropriately challenging. is a good resource. 196) Meditation: Meditation On the Divine Mother (KRI Library of Teachings) Week 4 Kriya: Pregnancy Yoga Set #3 (www.muniz@sbcglobal. There are many versions using different rhythms to suit a particular class. The Divine Birth CD by Snatam Kaur includes many beautiful mantras and shabds to elevate the consciousness of the mother and unborn child.org) Meditation: For Projection & Protection From the Heart (KRI Library of Teachings) Week 3 Kriya: Wahe Guru Kriya for Pregnancy (Conscious Pregnancy.com. Mother’s Blessing. Close with a favorite version of Long Time Sunshine plus three long Sat Nams. Beautiful. Remind students of the benefits of chanting the Adi Shakti both before and after their 120th day of pregnancy. Mantra The Adi Shakti Mantra is used in every class in some way to call upon the creative feminine energy. pg. and basic positions for pregnancy yoga. Have students take at least two deep refreshing breaths before the yoga set begins. Blissful by Gurmukh. pg.org) Meditation: Meditation To Conquer Pain (Conscious Pregnancy pg. Compiled by Ram Nam Kaur (Kathleen) Muniz. Orland Park. 7. 239) Week 5 Kriya: Pregnancy Yoga Set #4 (www. Beautiful. Beautiful. 223) Week 6 Kriya: Lungs. 239) 28 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Class Notes The pregnancy yoga sets from www. Gurmukh also has a pre-natal and post-natal DVD available which is useful for those just beginning to teach pre-natal yoga or for students who want guidance during their home practice. Blissful. has several tracks useful for a pre-natal series. The kriyas used in weeks 3 and 6 were modified by Yogi Bhajan for pregnancy. also by Snatam.org) Meditation: Meditation To Bless the Child in the Womb (Conscious Pregnancy pg. air’s projection is attachment. Earth’s projection is greed. 95 (2nd ed. Fire. Kriya: Balance of Prana and Apana (Physical Wisdom. rajas. 514. Warm-Up: Self-Adjustment of the Spine (I Am A Woman. Michigan Ave. we can learn to channel them positively. Background Mastering our tattvas (earth. 90–91). 99 (2nd ed. at the Purnanava Ayurveda and Yoga Conference. pp. fire’s projection is anger. pp. which uses the mantra Sa Ta Na Ma. and ether’s projection is pride. IL. Each one of us has this ability! As human beings we can re-arrange our five tattvas (aka ‘earthly elements’) and three gunas (tamas.). This allows us to invite in new experiences even as we let go of old habits which is even more important as the earth transitions from the Piscean Age to the Aquarian Age.). Meditation: The Waves of the Ganges (Meditations for the New Millennium. Meditation: Healing Ring of Tantra (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. The mantra of the tattvas is Sa Ta Na Ma. 409–411).). 422 (1st ed. 425 (1st ed.shaktakaur. 28–29). water’s projection is lust. water. 30 31 .)/p. p. pp. by Shakta Kaur Kezios of Chicago. we can move through the change with grace. pp. 410 S. 188–189). p. strength and equanimity.)/p.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Mastering The Five Tattvas— Earth. 56). 421 (1st ed. fire. IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Class Two (Water): Ungali Pranayam (Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. 96 (2nd ed. pp.)/p. Rather than get caught up in the stress and overwhelm of the times.. Kriya: To Open the Heart Center (Level 2 Conscious Communication Manual. Kriya: Immune Strengthening Workout (Inner Workout Manual. 192–193). pp. Chicago. LA #0963).] Class Five (Ether): Ungali Pranayam (Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. We cannot remove these projections. 58–59) [Students sat back-to-back in this meditation. Ungali Pranayam. ether) means to transcend them. pp. Class Four (Air): Ungali Pranayam (Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. Air And Ether This curriculum was created for a series of five morning classes taught in Rishikesh. Main Kriya: Pittra Kriya (I Am A Woman. air. p. Ste. 56). was used in all five classes so that students could gain experience and claim mastery of this one practice. Each class was two hours in length. 56). Meditation: Kirtan Kriya (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. 56). February 18–22. p. p. Class One (Earth): Ungali Pranayam (Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. The five tattvas also have five projections. Water. 41–44). p. 2011. but. p. 60605.com Mailing Address : Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL).com | Telephone: 312-922-4699 Web Page: www. [This class was taught on the day of the Full Moon. India. Kriya: Kantha Padma Kriya (KRI International Teacher Training Certification Level 1 Manual [old 3-ring binder manual]. Illinois. E-Mail: shakta@shaktakaur. The new patterns we create will completely re-wire our brain. Many of the kriyas and meditations chosen for this series used the mantra Sa Ta Na Ma. sattva) with each and every breath. Meditation: For Projection and Protection from the Heart (Yoga for Prosperity. Meditation: Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual.] Class Three (Fire): Ungali Pranayam (Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. p. 56). ) and p. Conducted for clients of Gladstone Chiropractic in Chicago. 3) Yoga for the Artist. In addition. 7:35 pm—Healing with the Siri Gaitri Mantra (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. Meditation for a Calm Heart (Meditation as Medicine.D. These circles are either formal (such as a professional organization) or informal (as in family or a group of friends). 218 also Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. 96 (2nd ed. Dr. and 4) The Lunar Woman. ethnic. Conversation with students during Yogi Tea and cookies! Connecting Women For Peace A 4-hour workshop designed as a fund-raiser for a non-profit organization. With Peace X Peace’s help. the Arcline and aura of a woman and how it is different from that of a man. it automatically filters out negative influences and resonates with the energy of the Infinite magnetic field. 6:15 pm—Kriya: Working the Total Self (Kundalini Yoga Manual. Meditation and the Gong. Women connect to each other via Sister Circles of women all over the world. have some Yogi Tea and then we’ll watch the Peace X Peace-produced documentary. we will take a break. deep yogic breathing. 19) followed by deep relaxation with the gong. [Suggestion: Put the students in a circle for this meditation.. Suggest that they may lie down in the center of the circle for however long they might want to 32 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book experience the mantra. 2) Connecting Women for Peace. Peace X (aka ‘by’) Peace is dedicated to improving the status of women around the world and to building sustainable peace. Argentina and the United States. 7:15 pm—Deep relaxation with the gong. Illinois. Dharma Singh Khalsa. the hand-outs that were used for each of these workshops are available to download at the addresses on page 56 for your use as a guide when planning your own awesome workshop! Cultivate Peace Within A Special 2-Hour Workshop of Kundalini Yoga. Your soul projects into the world via your magnetic field. Their Kundalini Yoga teacher wanted to spur even greater interest in their fall series of Kundalini Yoga classes.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Five Fantastic Workshops After sample curricula the next most asked-for tool from teachers of Kundalini Yoga comes in the form of an oft-repeated question. M. p. 1 pm—Intro and Tune-In Welcome to “Connecting Women for Peace!” This workshop is a fund-raiser for the non-profit organization Peace X Peace (www. September 2005 Background Gladstone Chiropractic held both a spring and summer series of Kundalini Yoga classes. Reiterate that “X percentage of their registration 33 . “Do you have any workshop samples that I could use?” Yes. Tonight we manifest the peace that is always at your core with Kundalini Yoga postures. birth for a female. 395 (1st ed. That question is. This is an award-winning documentary narrated by actress Jessica Lange. She asked for a workshop to be created. 2:15 pm—Break 2:30 pm—Women on the Frontlines documentary. p. The circles share information and expertise. words and thoughts are the key to a peaceful future both for yourself and for the world. p. women communicate directly—across geographic. 6 pm—Intro and Tune-In Your actions.). p. USA. to appeal both to her experienced Kundalini Yoga students and for any of the many Hatha Yoga practitioners in the neighborhood who might decide to join them for the first-time. 4 pm—Gather in a circle to share some of our thoughts and feelings after viewing Women on the Frontlines. They do not need to chant while lying down in the center of the circle.peacexpeace. pp. Hutu and Tutsi female journalists operating a peace radio station in Burundi and key leaders in Bosnia. When that magnetic field is strong. Sometimes they even travel great distances to meet each other in person! Yogic teachings say that living this incarnation as a male or as a female is designed for us to learn specific lessons.)/p. 65 (2nd ed. edited by Rama Kirn Singh. Women on the Frontlines. Featured women include a former underground teacher educating women and girls in Afghanistan. 1:15 pm—Kriya for a Calm and Open Heart Center for Women (Self-Knowledge. sacred syllables called mantra and the profound rest that only the gong can bring.org). we do! Four of them are included here: 1) Cultivate Peace Within. 422 (1st ed. [Briefly mention the acid bath and birth for a male.). 37–41).] 7:55 pm—Long Time Sunshine Song. linguistic and economic divides—unfiltered by their governments or the media.] After a little Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. political. then allow the women to remain in their circle and choose one of the following three meditations:] Meditation #1: Healing Ring of Tantra (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. pp. dedicated to improving the status of women around the world and to building sustainable peace.” explained Linda. also found in Kundalini Meditation Manual for Intermediate Students. 349 (1st ed.000 girls worldwide have no education.S.) [Only to be done on the days of the Full Moon. Meditation #2: Mahan Jap (Linked Jap) (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. Peace x Peace. 16% of the casualties were civilians. partnership development director of Peace x Peace.” “Be peaceful in your own life. 421 (1st ed. p.” 4:30 pm—[If time and energy allows a second kriya.). Brazil. New York City and other places. Yoga Day USA is an annual nationwide celebration to raise awareness about yoga and was created in 1999 by Yoga Alliance. 218 and 220. Forgive others for the sake of peace. many yoga studios celebrated Yoga Day USA by offering workshops with benefits going to charitable organizations. One message from the film is that when women become independent. also. bypassing government and media. This year Kundalini in the Loop (KYL) offered a workshop.S. Open the door for somebody. but also how they are now improving their lives. 23 (2nd ed.). 80–90% of the war casualties are civilians. as a fundraiser for Peace x Peace (“Peace by Peace”). Chile. a nonprofit organization based in Washington. (7. 104 (2nd ed. We then practiced specific kundalini yoga exercises while chanting mantras to clear each of our charkas. yoga studios work34 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book ing with grandmothers who are raising orphans. including Cote d’Ivoire. we watched an award-winning documentary about Peace x Peace entitled. 109) 4:55 pm—Long Time Sunshine Song and prayer [Suggestion: Once you schedule a local fundraising workshop be sure to notify the local media. a non-profit organization that sets educational standards for yoga schools and teachers. 80% are women and children. After a deep relaxation. 2002. grow their businesses and employ others. to connect sister groups with one another. [If no time for a second kriya. and most of them are women and children. 2. Argentina. the New Moon. and practicing another technique to calm the heart. The film featured women from Bosnia.000. Argentina. Much of the 35 . attended and was moved enough to write the article that you see here:] Connecting Women for Peace—A Yoga Day USA Event By Sharon Steffensen On January 28. France and Japan. but in the U. there were 351 Sister Circles in 47 countries.) We saw women who were able to buy chickens. 110.. Other women are connecting with others to further their education and educate their children. D. Special guest Linda Higdon. Women on the Frontlines. it facilitates direct online communication between women-led groups (called Circles) across the U. and two-thirds of the people in the world who are illiterate are women. during which Shakta played the gong. Kenya. The Circles are supported by 275 professional translators who help facilitate the connections.000 loans have been made to the women since Peace x Peace began in January. The telling of the stories connects each of us and allows for healing to take place. Transformations Vol.000. 2. Some are developing businesses through loans that have been made available to them. with the profits.)/p. As of last October. 95 (2nd ed. a cow or material to make gloves and. Afghanistan and Iraq.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book fee is going to Peace X Peace in order that they can continue their important work. Through the Internet. less than 12% are women. with a minimum of 11 people]. Bosnia.C. p. defined the organization as “a grass-roots. India. Your own security is tied in with the security of your neighbors.000 refugees. Here are some facts we learned from the film: • During World War I. p. and the 11th day of the New Moon. KYL director Shakta Kaur opened the workshop by leading us in a mantra to center ourselves. Connecting Women for Peace. Burundi..) Meditation #3: Group Solidarity Meditation (Vitality & Stress Level 2 Manual.. Some of the comments of women in the film were: “Women need to be at the negotiation table. • Women constitute 14% of the lawmakers in the world. women from Kenya selling beads in the U.)/p. groups teaching women how to get jobs [or provide] home schooling. 430 (1st ed. and Sister Circles around the world. The publisher of YOGAChicago magazine learned about the Connecting Women for Peace workshop.)/p. they have responsibility and the power that comes with it. the attitude of [many men] is that peace is possible when everybody is dead. who described not only their personal tragedies of war and loss. p.] Kriya: Strengthening the Aura (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. Let someone get in front of you. global women’s movement. p.S. • There are 50. 48 and Transformations Vol. Now.” Examples of groups might be “nurses against violence. • 200. p.” “Peace is the capacity to break the cycle of violence—not seeking revenge. It was co-taught by Meherbani Kaur (Chelsea) Schwartz and Shakta Kaur Kezios. Take care of it. 218 also Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. Shakta Kaur translated the mantra to mean “Wow. And. Let’s be part of each other’s lives—then we can help each other.” After the film. with some of the tools we’ll share with you today. p. This is a special workshop designed for creative people from all walks of life who love being that channel for the life force of the Creator! That means you! Our session today includes some Kundalini Yoga and several meditations guaranteed to spark your creativity. 88–90) and deep relaxation with the gong. all of which allow the creative juices to flow.” A woman from New York City made the point that “War will continue to destroy the environment in which we live. We ended the workshop chanting a mantra. Dharma Singh Khalsa. All of what you’ll learn today is written down in this hand-out. what happens when you feel “stuck?” You might have writer’s block or you simply can’t think of a creative way out of a sticky situation. Nothing can work in our world unless we make peace. Well. Creativity and Prosperity (Kundalini Yoga. creativity and sensitivity—all are the hallmarks of great artists— and the artist within! Welcome to Yoga for the Artist. Meditation for a Calm Heart (Meditation as Medicine. we all want to see more prosperous.] 2 pm—Intro and Tune In Uniqueness. and the only way we can make peace is in our hearts.D. pp.” I know you must feel that way when the spark of creativity is flowing. But. said once that “all art is worship of God.” as we held hands. Discussion about affirmations and negative thoughts 4:45 pm—Three Minutes to Energy.” For more information about Peace x Peace. USA.) and p.” “From our strength we are building another world. There is no need to take notes unless you really want to. writer or dancer and why we wanted to experience this class.) 3:45 pm—Break 4 pm—Share with one another. creative people in our lives and in our world. who are abused and battered. Anything in the world is possible because women are leading the fight for change. Recognize all of us..org. visit shaktakaur. deep relaxation with the gong and the chance to share with each other a little bit about ourselves. Positive thoughts are the basis of our contentment and prosperity. 395 (1st ed. pp. 65 (2nd ed. Organize yourselves. creative people! 2:15 pm—Kriya: Set for Creativity (The Kundalini Yoga Experience. We want to be those prosperous. For information about Kundalini in the Loop. Life is a gift.” or “the indescribable joy of going from the darkness to the light.S.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book war on terror is treating the symptoms. poet. we sat in a circle to share our thoughts and feelings. who brought Kundalini Yoga to the west in 1968. visit Peacexpeace. We also remembered the women here in the U. M. It is yours to take 36 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book home and incorporate into your daily life.com. Yoga For The Artist—And Anyone Else Wanting To Awaken The Artist Within! A 3-hour workshop based upon the teachings of Yogi Bhajan [Note: This workshop was designed and conducted in September 2008 for a group of artistsin-residence at the Fine Arts Building (FAB) in Chicago. Dr. p. Guru Dharam Singh Khalsa and Darryl O’Keefe. a pat on the back or the silent whisper of inspiration to come your way. We’d prefer that you have an ‘“xperience” today and read the words about what you “experienced” later! Yogi Bhajan. you will have several new levers to use whenever you need a boost of energy. our desires as an artist. Illinois.” Referring to 9/11. she suggested we “pay homage to the victims by spreading love and peace and not by demanding revenge. God. “Wha-Hay Guru. we are not looking at the cause of the disease. We can get to know each other and erase all boundaries. Shakta Kaur Khalsa. We’ll also talk a bit about the negative “tapes” running around in our head from time-to-time and how to turn that negative “talk” into positive affirmations. 130–131) 4:55 pm—Long Time Sunshine Song 37 . [Note: This workshop was developed in 2006 as an introductory 2-hour course. Seibel. Illinois. p. Copies of Japji were also provided to the students. we didn’t really need yogis to tell us that. therefore. All of the thoughts we do not use go into the subconscious. It 39 . • Mapping your moon center pattern provides insights into your emotional ebb and flow.com. It sets the pattern for you to experience infinity.. p. It was later expanded to a 3-hour workshop in 2007. it is steady. heal your body and balance your chakras. • End with a group recitation of Japji (supported by a different recording than the one used to open the workshop). too. Hari Kaur Khalsa and Machelle M. • The male moon center on the chin has hair on it. (Well. while in a state of divine union with the Infinite.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book The Lunar Woman A 3-hour workshop that teaches the essence of a woman is moon in quality. 425 (1st ed. Naad gives you the experience of infinity within this finite body of yours. USA. Meditation: Kirtan Kriya (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Manual. 158) followed by deep relaxation with the gong. • Have students pull a hukam for themselves from their copy of Japji.) 7:30 pm—Break 7:45 pm—Discussion and Q&A about the moon center sequence. The subconscious mind. There are three important ideas that I hope you’ll take away from our time together this evening: first. • The 11 moon centers and their qualities 6:30 pm—Kriya: Yoga set for Emotional Balance (I Am a Woman: Creative. • Add a meditation using a pauri of your choice with which to end the workshop. is constantly working things out. Guru Nanak. who brought Kundalini Yoga to the West in 1968. Yogi Bhajan. for example. 2) To purchase your own copy of a Lunar Woman workshop on DVD call 312-922-4699 or e-mail shakta@shaktakaur.] Japji Sahib: The Song Of The Soul A 2-hour workshop to delve into the sacred sounds of Japji. a woman has 11 different moon centers. p. The sound current of Japji brings balance to the mind. He was gone for three days. M. Japji is a sacred sound that resonates with your soul and transforms you. It is nothing less than a technology of self-transformation! Physically. We need to regularly clear out our subconscious mind. the tongue moves in a particular way when you recite Japji. Sacred and Invincible. • Watch how you feel each day for a few months paying attention to the general description of the moon centers and the qualities listed in our hand-out. taught that the unconscious is a storehouse of memory. The hand-out provided on page 56 was used for both the 2. India. in 2008. 63–64) 8:30 pm—Adi Shakti Meditation (KRI International Teacher Training Certification Level 1 Manual (old 3-ring binder). Both men and women attended this workshop. Meditation to Balance the Moon Centers and Glandular System (A Woman’s Book of Yoga. serve Yogi Tea and ask if there are any questions. And. did we ladies?!) Important points to cover either after tuning in or after the break: • The moon center sequence begins while you are in the womb. pp. 488) 8:55 pm—Long Time Sunshine Song [Suggestions: 1) To purchase a copy of The Lunar Woman Curriculum Guidelines compiled by Hari Charn Kaur Khalsa contact Upma Kaur (upmak@3HO. the essence of all sound.and 3-hour version. The story goes that Guru Nanak (born in 1469) went to the river to meditate.)/p.] 6 pm—Intro and Tune-In Japji contains universal teachings for anyone seeking truth…like you! It is a timeless piece of poetry. ask them to read the lines out loud with perhaps a comment on how they think its meaning fits into their life right now. Japji will recalibrate your mind. My name is Shakta Kaur and I’m from Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL) based in Chicago.D. It is naad. she moves to a different moon center every 2½ days. finally—according to the yogic scriptures—a woman is 16 times stronger and more powerful than a man. Australia.] Here are some suggestions on how to expand this workshop to 3-hours: • Include a break mid-way. via dreams. [Note: The workshop hand-out included on page 56 was developed for the Ayurveda Yoga Australia Conference held in Sydney. org) at 3HO IKYTA. He emerged from the water of the river after three days and the first words he spoke were the words of Japji. 99 (2nd ed. in April 2009. comments or observations. Shakta 38 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Kaur taught this one-hour version of the Lunar Woman at the Punarnava Ayurveda and Yoga Conference held in Rishikesh.] 6 pm—Intro and Tune In Welcome to The Lunar Woman. Second. a song composed by the Indian saint. (Play Livtar Singh’s Bahuta Karam CD. where do you start? With an entire world to influence you might be surprised that your initial marketing activities will remarkably resemble a train just starting to move out of the station! As you know. First. Let them know how many copies you’ll need. But. passive or database. 7:55 pm: Closing remarks and Long Time Sunshine Song. Second. Guru Nanak himself.com. picking up the telephone and calling 41 . [Suggestion: Order free copies of Japji Sahib for everyone in this workshop by contacting walnut101@yahoo. let’s talk about the “active” things that you “do” to get your marketing message out into the world. But. We call these activities database marketing. to the consciousness of the saint. Suggest chanting one pauri 11 times each day as a 40-day sadhana. like telling someone. passenger cars and a caboose. available from Invicible Music). The consciousness of perfection is produced. 92-93) 7 pm: Deep relaxation with the gong 7:15 pm: Meditation to Get Rid of Fear & Split Personalities (The Master’s Touch. however. These are the more passive kinds of marketing tools. Collecting your students’ e-mail addresses and storing them electronically is a “database” activity. what do you need to do to attract and build your yoga business? How much time will it take? And. Use the 25th pauri. The database. is bringing up the rear by gathering information that will benefit you in the long-run. you have a “marketing train” of techniques from which to choose to announce your yoga business to the world. We feel complete. Shakta Kaur Khalsa. are the passenger cars. Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL).com or www. All of these techniques fit into one of three categories of activity—active. Handing out your business card to everyone you meet is active. reciting Japji connects us to the greatest part of life. as an example. 20 minutes) 6:45 pm: Kundalini Yoga to Balance the Head and Heart (Kundalini Yoga. “I have a website. Offering to e-mail a special meditation to everyone who registers at your website will turn that once passive website into an “active” tool that could begin to drive your business. Finally.” A website is almost impossible not to have in today’s world of the internet.com.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book stimulates the 84 meridian points on the roof of the mouth which in turn stimulates the hypothalamus which in turn stimulates the pineal gland. USA. Chicago. IL. 6:20 pm: Play Bani Pro 1 (approx. You are ready to begin teaching Kundalini Yoga and Meditation and you’d like plenty of new students to join your classes. Japji is part of the technology of shabd (to erase the ego). much like the caboose of a train. full and abundant. Including an offer to try the first class for half-price on the back of your business card makes it even more active. there are the things you do to “keep in touch” with people. These active marketing techniques are just like a train’s engine. The pineal gland radiates and stimulates the pituitary gland. pp. A train typically has three types of cars--an engine. That is the gift of Guru Nanak’s Japji to the world. Similarly. Serve Yogi Tea and converse with students. We begin by listening to the sound current of Japji and following along in our booklets. most trains beginning their journeys move quite s_l_o_w_l_y! Your “marketing” train will probably chug-a-lug along with a few fits and stops until enough momentum builds up so that it can glide along—seemingly--smoothly and effortlessly. Bahuta Karam. 176–177) for 3–7 minutes 7:30 pm: Discuss effects of the pauris of Japji (see hand-out). We become part of creation. Again. a website functions simply as a billboard unless it puts people in your classes. Even in our darkest hour. these copies are mailed to you… complimentary.] 40 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Articles— You’re in the “Yoga Business” Now! Your Marketing Train by Shakta Kaur Kezios.sikhlink. We recognize that God speaks to us in every moment and we begin to acknowledge everything in our life as an act of God’s kindness. pp. shakta@shakatkaur. They are what “drive” your yoga business. USA (gurumeher@earthlink. that momentum is going to bring you closer than ever towards the creation of the yoga business of your dreams! *Shakta Kaur gratefully acknowledge that the concept of a “marketing train” was taught to her by business building coach. How to Easily Create Your Own Fliers “I don’t know how to do that. you need some “Graphic Software” to create interesting effects in text and photos. You can purchase the “light” version called Photoshop Elements for about $90. The other half of your time will. If you intend on becoming a full-time yogi. And. When you feel you are doing as much marketing as you do teaching then you’re approaching the appropriate amount of effort.org (includes word processor. That is one of the first signs of recognizing that your marketing train* is on its way. you will need to set up a system that not only invites students into your classes but one that will encourage them to return again and again. This flier can be created two-up on a standard 8. In fact.net). 43 . FF Public speaking FF Workshops. it is becoming necessary to learn how to do so in some of today’s crowded yoga markets. In fact. indicate on a piece of paper which of these ideas you would consider Active (A). promotional items FF Coupons. When you feel you are doing more 42 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book marketing than teaching. Then indicate in order of priority several ideas in each category (Active. fliers and business cards is not what we’re talking about. You may have to think about recruiting someone to oversee some of those more passive aspects of your marketing that can no longer be handled solely by you. in a prosperity tele-conference series that he co-taught with GuruMeher Singh Khalsa of Los Angeles. 70–75% of your efforts each week need to be in active marketing efforts. President of Business Growth Solutions. To begin with. Contact Michael Charest for more information by contacting him at dreamcoach@aol. A very good “free” package is called Open Office. Michael Charest. It competes directly with the very expensive Microsoft Office Suite. Ideas For Your Train The list below contains a sampling of marketing options available to you. The industry standard is Photoshop by Adobe. While gliding along the tracks smoothly may not go without a hitch at this point. be spent on actively setting up your marketing infrastructure so that you can teach. Sitting passively in front of a computer screen spending most of your time designing your marketing brochures.bgsllc. You will also need “word processor” software to create your fliers. It is a good investment with lots of tools for creative effects. obviously.” As an exercise. learning how to create an attractive flier to announce your yoga classes or workshops is easier than you might think. we used Photoshop Elements to create the “Gong & Mantra” flier. links with others FF Go where your target market goes How Much Time Will This Take? If you don’t constantly re-fuel your train it is going to slow down again. Some of these options might flow quite easily. feel natural and might work best for you right now. Passive (P) or Database (D) marketing techniques. spreadsheet. Seminars FF Retreats FF Free Classes FF Demo at health fair FF Tele-classes FF Networking FF Tell everyone you meet FF Invite your friends FF Contact studios. Other options you may need time to investigate. You can download the free software at OpenOffice. But. work best for you right now.5 X 11 sheet of paper. database.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book 10 people in your database each week to invite them to your next class can turn your database into an “active” marketing tool. you will know that you are in the correct place. gyms FF E-mail people you know FF Send out an announcement FF Be interviewed on radio FF Booth at conference/show FF Write article in local giveaways FF Article written about you FF Write a book FF Audio/ Video class or sample FF Form Strategic alliances FF Use your Centers of Influence FF Donate classes to raffles/auctions FF Chat rooms/online discussion groups FF Get students to bring a friend FF Pass out flyers FF Cable network show/interview FF Volunteer your skills FF Electronic newsletter FF E-mail signature FF Be listed in magazine/web directories FF Brochure FF Advertise FF Direct mail offers FF Sponsor an event FF Clever business card FF Giveaways.” is what new yoga teachers often say when they look at artfully designed promotional material. of necessity. feel natural and will. half of your time will be spent teaching. And. Using the “Gong & Mantra” sample flier provided at the addresses on page 56 as an example is a good place to start. gift certificates FF Website. Passive or Database) that flow easily.com or by visiting his website at www. California. trying one or two of them on for size to see how you do before adding them to your permanent list of ideas for your personal “marketing train. you now have momentum. and presentation modules). Eventually.com. ” You would still use the other stayat-home moms yoga class prices to inform your pricing decision. if you decide to set your prices lower than other yoga classes nearby then that fact needs to be trumpeted on your business card. On the other hand. it is not necessarily a good one. Some use the strategy to have the lowest priced yoga classes in the local area. You’ve gained some very valuable information about your target market. That way. Set Your Prices. who you’re going to teach) is the same as the places you are researching. For example.com notes that health clubs often offer unlimited yoga classes to clients as part of their overall membership package. g) are you looking for any substitute teachers. blankets and other props provided for students or must they bring their own.costhelper. This is not necessarily a bad strategy. 45 . d) the price for an unlimited number of yoga classes per month. c) the price for a package of classes. e) are yoga mats. shakta@shaktakaur. many times…that you offer the least expensive yoga experience in town. on your Facebook page. Begin on-line by locating yoga studios. 2. 4. IL. According to www. if so. Price Setting When setting class prices don’t set them too low. In other words. But then you find out that everyone is teaching stay-at-home moms! Your area is already flush with those kinds of yoga classes. Research Local Classes.. USA. either! You have to ask yourself if customers will perceive they are receiving as much value if they were paying more money for their yoga classes. CostHelper. Students shop around and there are only so many yoga dollars in everyone’s pocket. Another reason not to set your prices too low is that it is never easy to raise prices after you find out that you are positioned well below market price. Then all you’ll have to do is provide them with the “experience” so they will come back again…and again…and again! Charging For Yoga Classes—Five Steps To Success by Shakta Kaur Kezios. and h) thank you!” Your Market—The Students Determine if your market (i. community centers. your research has educated you.com. your local market provides the best source of information to help you price your new yoga classes properly. under the signature line in your e-mail messages. but. But. Unless you’re beginning your teaching career in an established yoga studio or health club where the fees are pre-set a new Kundalini Yoga teacher can be unsure about how much money to charge for a yoga class. Chicago.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Using both of these inexpensive tools can help put your yoga business “on the map. Gurudakshina. Determine Your Market. Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL). churches and any other place in your community where yoga classes are taught. Add to this the notion among some yogis that “money” is somehow not “spiritual” and you have all the ingredients for a difficult beginning. you might decide you want to teach stayat-home moms in your area.e. you must let everyone know…many. Ask the same questions when you do your research and write down your answers. Here are five simple steps to take that will ensure success and help you determine what you should charge … all at the same time: 1. Visit their websites or call to find out what they are charging for their classes. Persist. 3. f ) do you rent space to outside teachers. Some people are “snobby” like that. Some instructors in metropolitan and coastal areas charge as much as $16 (60-minute class). Your market (i. cushions.e. that no one else is offering to stay-at-home moms… like “Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. you know! If your plan is to teach in an affluent section of your community this is very important to consider in your pricing strategy. what do you charge. Low prices can be a good thing.com the average cost of single drop-in sessions for a 60-minute class at yoga studios and fitness centers across the United States is $12. So. b) the price for an individual class.. who you’re going to teach) focus might change as you do your research. Or. Questions you might ask include “What is a) the length of yoga classes offered. 5. etc.” You will craft an appealing yet professional image that invites people into your classes. health clubs. you will be comparing apples to apples and not apples to oranges. you could also decide at this point to offer something unique. Research No matter what is happening nationally. You may decide at this point to change your target and focus on the after-work crowd. but. too. if the community center you 44 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book called offers one “gentle” yoga class mid-mornings determine if that is also your market. and. would you prefer to teach a noon class to business people on their lunch breaks? As you do your research you should target similar types of classes to the ones you desire to teach. Be clear that private sessions are much more expensive than coming in for a regular class. (No one has ever taken even 20 classes in one month at KYL. if your first choice is unable to show up when needed you’ll have the availability of an alternate helper. This is especially true if they are new to the yoga scene in general. Remember to build automatic expiration dates into any bundled yoga class passes that you sell. Students will recognize your seriousness about running a yoga business and will respect you for that. in Kundalini Yoga if they come empty-handed. Don’t use barter or trade for something that you really need like the services of a student as an assistant. set your own expiration date. charge for your travel time from the time you leave home until you get to the client’s location and do the same on the way back. depending upon the number of yoga classes you offer. 10 sessions upfront then you may choose to discount your hourly teaching rate. a six-class package is offered. Trade Barter deals can be a good idea especially when you’re starting out as a Kundalini Yoga instructor. When you buy five classes upfront you receive the sixth class “free. 90 days is fairly typical. the expiration date and a place to indicate how many classes they have taken will be important records to keep. Once you have more than three yoga classes in any one week it is time to consider using on on-line yoga class scheduling service. Find out how long a yoga class pass is good for at each of the yoga centers you call in your area. you can take up to 30 yoga classes per month for $190. say. “Do you have a budget in mind?” Then be sure what you ask for is either equal to or higher 46 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book than what the client offers. Nebraska and North Dakota offer packages of five sessions for $50 to $75 and 10 sessions range from $90 to $135. The idea is to trade yoga classes hour-for-hour for a service that you use.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Package Deals Prices decrease when students purchase multiple sessions. they leave emptyhanded (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Textbook. If the private client is willing to pay for a series of. When pricing private sessions be sure to begin by asking the client what amount of money they want to spend. stick to it and do not waver. If someone does not use all five class sessions within 90 days. You could also decide to be more generous and offer a 120-day or four-month expiration from date of purchase. Someone might feel uncomfortable coming to a class full of strangers. It is not unusual for a private yoga session to cost at least $108 an hour (even $150 or $300 per hour in some cities) plus $54 per hour of transport time to and from the session (or. your record keeping will inevitably become important as students often forget how many sessions they have used. 271). That way. Chicago’s KYL offers an unlimited monthly pass for $140. how they paid for it. too! Private Sessions Eventually you will be asked to teach a private Kundalini Yoga and Meditation session. At Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL) in Chicago. an emergency surgery or unexpected business trip out of the country may keep a student away from your studio for longer than the expiration date on your class pass. the student doesn’t show up and you’re left doing the work yourself! The difficulty about barter is that people can sometimes be lazy in delivering on their part of the deal.” Some studios offer monthly bundles for a flat fee. Studios in California. Simply ask. Of course from time-to-time. Do not let a student get behind in paying for their yoga classes. Texas. either. simply charge two hourly fees to cover your transportation time and expenses). Be ready for the few students who will continually try to “test” your policies. you then have the ability to decide on an individual basis if you will extend the expiration date in such an unusual circumstance. If you want to trade assistant duties for yoga classes be sure you have several back-up assistants. But. Many times. Right from the start you should consider accepting credit cards either via PayPal or GoogleCheckOut. Then. like massages or fresh cooked meals. Illinois. If you must travel to their location. a hand-written journal of who bought what class pass. for example. USA. And.* 47 . Whatever policy you decide to use. You do not want to have to handle disputes about money. If you are just starting out. friends and family members might be enticed to purchase an unlimited annual pass from you as you start out in your yoga teaching career! This type of fee ranges from $800 to $1500 per year. That means that someone could take 40 classes a month at KYL for $140. At San Francisco’s Yoga Tree. by the way!) As a show of support. p. Remember. the pass automatically expires. Record Everything Your record keeping is extremely important in all of the above situations. always say “thank you. a private domain name allows a more professional looking email address. so do not worry. Gurudakshina Give back. The preferred extension is “.yogajournal. the word-of-mouth from current student and your increased use of marketing techniques (like those described in “Your Marketing Train”) will have your classes growing exponentially. When considering your domain name. Alternatively. Search engines look first at the domain name to find information—so a good domain name will contain your “brand”and type of business. determine your market.” **E-mail upmak@3HO. This is good—YogaByMe. not permanent.” Announce a special workshop that you’ll teach or another upcoming event.com versus not so good—yogabyme. Send in more than 11% to see what will happen. your name. This is not a get-rich-quick scheme. I did this when I started out as a Kundalini Yoga instructor. you 49 .
[email protected] (these were the original extensions for “company. Guess what happened? Those six or eight or 10 new students—whatever I sent in advance—actually showed up each week! I really enjoyed the give-and-take in this game that I began to play with the Universe. Always invite them to return for another powerful Kundalini Yoga and Meditation experience. the mega-multiplying effect of gurudakshina that had kicked in. Every Kundalini Yoga teacher learns about gurudakshina while in Level 1 Teacher Training (Aquarian Teacher Level 1 Textbook. set your prices. 293). yogabyme.com name these days.com). and even create your own web site with user-friendly tools. but keep in mind that simpler is better. unchanging.and two-student classes that you inevitably will teach.” and “non-profit”). The good news is that you can have a presence on the internet for about $10 per month.com or
[email protected]”—but it is not easy to get a good . There is a learning curve. use Capital Letters to help the eye define each word. Gurudakshina is tithing 11% of your yoga class earnings to the source of the Teachings. You should obtain your own.edu. private top-level domain name (such as www. 48 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Establish Yourself on the Internet by Hari Dev Singh Beck.com)—a sub-domain is not yours and. and your brand are vital to the growth of your business. Also.com. see “Establish Yourself on the Internet. There are only five steps needed to figure out how much you should charge for a yoga class. . There are plenty of other extensions which work just as well.com. The results will be a steady client base. however.YogaByMe. a hard-to-spell word may confuse people–so omit difficult words in favor of easier words when possible. location for your business. What that means is that you are going to have to persist through the one. that may be the reason!** Here’s a fun game to start with yourself. You really can do this yourself.com? Also. After several months of diligence. The possibilities are almost endless. therefore. Here are the steps to help you become a member of the virtual world: Register a Domain Name It can be daunting to obtain the perfect domain name for your business.com) rather than being added as a sub-domain on an existing website (such as. One caution. try to put your “brand”within the name. You actually have two items that will comprise you domain name—the unique name of your business plus the extension letters at the end—often . a quick note on displaying your domain name— make it easy to read. and the word “yoga”too. *For additional details on using credit card and on-line scheduling services. p. but it is not too steep. Continuity of your location. If you’ve never contributed to gurudakshina and your yoga classes are not growing to the size you think they should. my attitude about tithing had changed and the universe responded in kind. a growing income and the satisfaction of seeing the growth of the Kundalini Yoga community around you. After the Long Time Sunshine Song and three Long Sat Nams. Giving gurudakshina is an expression of gratitude for the technology that you are now able to teach. Your physical address will change and your phone number will likely change. Which address looks better to you: my_big_long_name@gmail. If I wanted six new students to show up for class I would pay enough gurudakshina for six new students—in advance.org to find out the most convenient way for you to make your gurudakshina payments.” “education. persist and give back. An internet address (also called a “domain name”) provides a single. or . Kundalini Yoga in the Loop (KYL). Be grateful for each and every student that comes to a class.com (one real-life example is
[email protected] Teacher Training Resource Book Persist Expect to build your class count slowly but surely. but a private domain name will assure a single point of reference for your business. Do your research.* Students must know where to find you! And the only “place”that is stationary these days is in the virtual world of the internet. It was. You want to be listed there so everyone can find you. A domain name may have numbers. Most often this is done via a weekly newsletter. or hyphens “-“. like a yoga instructor’s website.dotster. etc. 51 . See details here: http://www.mindbodyonline. and email marketing. you could pay a teenager to spend the numerous hours needed to create and update listings for your business.com. icontact. 50 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Build Your Client List You must maintain a contact list of your students.com (or even ShocktaKar. letters. In truth. the Yoga Journal website and pay to be a professional member of 3HO IKYTA.php The basic plan is $64 per year and you get one domain name for free–along with a “Site Builder”program to let you create your own website without knowing any programming. for a fee. all of which will send internet viewers to the same website. etc. Do not worry about “high bandwidth”and big GBs and 5.com/sell?promo=sbs&utm_medium=et&utm_ source=us-en-et-bizsol_canal-v1-ta&utm_campaign=en Get Social Begin the journey into social networking to establish and enhance your branding. some actually want to charge you a fee. certified. to look at ($8. Your computer screen becomes the credit card reader.com/cgi-bin/marketingweb?cmd=_rendercontent&content_ID=merchant/home&nav=2 http://checkout. I recommend a professional service to help with this task. and has scheduling and credit card processing included. and keep engaging them.google. so little time! Many options exist online for you to list your business—too many really—and they all claim to be the best. which costs less than $10 per month. For example. There is not a great return on your time-investment here. register. Even though most such sites are free. https://merchant. ShaktaKaur. Get Listed on Search Sites So many sites. This is best handled by yet another service provider. and you may add PayNow buttons on your website (not too hard). This is a good time to decide if you are a yoga teacher or a website technician. with spelling variations. Here is a good. com variations would include—ShaktaKar. etc. Nothing else! The total length of the domain name is between 2 and 67 characters. however. You will pay a fee of about 3% on each sale. this type of project is perfect for a teenager! If you create the wording and details. reliable.000 email boxes. iContact. you do not have the time to find them. you need to have your business listed on the 3HO IKYTA site. but it will also give you a polished and professional look.IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book may purchase several domain names. For a simple website. Investigate both options to see which you prefer. Get the most basic plan (usually on a Linux server rather than Microsoft servers). This process can take a while to learn and master. These are both easy to use and widely trusted. 3HO IKYTA is the place people go to find a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher. The ISP does all the work to manage the computers and connections to the internet. Purchase a Web Host (Internet Service Provider. class scheduling. but it is totally worth the time and the fees charged. Certainly.dotster. but your time and learning curve will be very high. along with your email. fill-in the data.com/hosting/linux. Get your nose into Facebook and similar networks to be present in the virtual meeting rooms..paypal.. Accept Credit Cards This is not as hard as you think. or ISP) You need a physical computer system “out there”to be the host for your website. This will require some expense and work from you.com/DDS/ The registration for each domain name is between $10 and $20 per year. which can be tricky.com Get Fancy—Online Scheduling Today’s customer is accustomed to scheduling classes online. etc. cheap place to host your website: http://www.com and ShaktaCar. which will cost you some money. The cost can be very low with this approach.com/en/products/yoga If you are very tech savvy you could consider exploring the many “open source”programs that let you create customer database. The full version of the Mind Body Online product is $45 per month (or more).). Here is one place. The following link allows you to search for many different domain names very quickly: https://secure. you only need the bare-bones hosting plan. The easiest way is via PayPal or GoogleCheckout payment portals. and monitor returns (if any) for all contenders. Get a 14-year-old to help you. etc. most visited. Everyone can get to your website no matter which server is hosting it.46 per month): http://www. Contains 64 Kundalini mantras pronounced by a male voice in one-minute loops. Game of Chants by Guru Singh joined by Seal and friends. Gurucharan Singh Khalsa.mindbodyfinder.. Gurucharan Singh Khalsa.com where you can download a digital booklet of all the mantras on this CD or SpiritVoyage. Ph. Instructors’ Recommended Music Package Kundalini Yoga practitioners are blessed to experience the power of naad.com or a-healing. Crimson 6 & 7 by Singh Kaur.com. Crimson 4 & 5 by Singh Kaur and Kim Robertson. Miracles & Healing by Hari Bhajan Kaur and Livtar Singh Khalsa (HaribhajanMusic@gmail. Kundalini Mantra Instruction by Gurudass Kaur (SpiritVoyage.asp?type=dot *Of course. Tva Prasaad Svaeeyay. the science of sound. This includes all the mantras from the Level 1 Aquarian Teacher Manual and from all KRI-approved Kundalini Yoga manuals. and the Long Time Sunshine Song. Call me anytime for a complimentary 15-minute telephone consult.com. My 3HO IKTYA rate is just $26 per hour (regularly $54 per hour).IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Here are the links needed for recommended listings: IKYTA—http://www. Available at InvincibleMusic. Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung.com). Rehiras Sahib and Sohila.com.com.com/add-my-business/AddMyBus.net. Contains 67 of the most commonly used Kundalini mantras pronounced by a female voice.com). Kim Robertson & Mosaic. Bani Pro 1 by Rajnarind Kaur (
[email protected] or a-healing.com..com) 52 IKYTA Teacher Training Resource Book Crimson 1 & 2 by Singh Kaur and Kim Robertson. Contains Mender of Hearts (33 minutes) and Har Har Mukunday (35 minutes).com). Journey Home by Gurunam Singh. this version of Sat Nam Wahe Guru uses the perfect rhythm for teaching Breath of Fire to beginners. Aquarian Sadhana mantras Available at SpiritVoyage. Available at InvincibleMusic. One question frequently heard.com or SpiritVoyage.com).com/directory/ (then select “Create a Listing’). Four classic tracks including Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung. Ph.yogajournal. After that we can decide how much help you need.com). (KRI’s Director of Training. Available at SpiritVoyage. says that the Long Ek Ong Kar on this Aquarian Sadhana Mantra CD is rhythmically perfect! Available at SpiritVoyage. Crimson 3 by Singh Kaur and Kim Robertson (According to KRI’s Director of Training.com.com. uses the perfect rhythm for teaching beginners Breath of Fire. especially from new Instructors.com or SpiritVoyage. says that Track #5.com or a-healing. Livelight by Aykanna (available at Aykanna. Shakti Parwha Kaur Khalsa. Available at SpiritVoyage.com). 53 . “I’m just starting to teach. Morning Call Long Ek Ong Kar by Livtar Singh Khalsa (62 minutes). Ideal for deep relaxation. Mind Body Finder—https://www. Circle of Light by Gurudass (GurudassKaur@khalsa. Mantras of the Master by Santokh Singh Khalsa (KundaliniToolbox.) Available at InvincibleMusic.com.com or SpiritVoyage.com. Dhan Dhan Ram Das Guru (The Blessing) by Sangeet Kaur Khalsa Available at a-healing. as a regular part of every Kundalini Yoga and Meditation class. Available at SpiritVoyage. My hope is to work directly with you and “hold your hand”through it all— teaching you along the way.com or a-healing. you can hire a consultant to pull you out of the muck. Contact livtar3@charter. The thousands of 3HO musical selections available offer a wide variety of choice to Instructors of Kundalini Yoga as they begin to build their music library.D. My goal is for you to become self-sufficient. Available at SpiritVoyage. Jaap Sahib. com. Yoga Journal—http://www. Guru Ram Das chant. Ideal for deep relaxation. Adi Shakti by Gurudass (Gurudasskaur@khalsa. is. when you get really stuck in this process. What music should I buy?” Here is a recommended list of over 30 CDs from some of the most talented 3HO singers and songwriters around.3ho. Contains Ardas (32 minutes) and Blessings (31 minutes). Amrit Vela (The Mother of 3HO. Ardas Bahee. Grateful Ganesh by GuruGanesha Singh.com or a-healing. 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Siri Guru Granth Sahib Darshan by Bibji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa. #4 Dhuni Har Singh Nar Singh by Nirinjan Kaur The Twelve Months by Don Cooper Maha Mrityunjai Mantra (Prayer For Death) The Noble Woman Promises (Sat-Peter Singh Khalsa) Wahe Guru Wahe Jio & Jai te Gung (Bhai Avtar Singh) Ab Jan Oopar/Band Jammaeei (Master Darshan Singh) Benti Chaupaee (Baba Nihal Singh) Aad Guray Nameh by Singh Kaur* Aap Sahaee Hoa by Singh Kaur* Wahe Guru Jio by Singh Kaur* Rakhe Rakhanahar by Singh Kaur Slow Japji (learning CD) by Ram Das Kaur Khalsa Prayer for the Golden Temple by Pritpal Singh Jaap Sahib (learning CD) by Ram Das Kaur Khalsa Nitnem Banis by Hari Dharam Kaur Nitnem Banis by Baba Nihal Singh Sukhmani Sahib by Baba Nihal Singh Jaap Sahib by Ragi Sat Nam Singh People of Love (Khalsa Women’s Training Camp) The following books are available only at Ancient Healing Ways: Living Reality by Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa. Pavan Pavan and Kal Akaal by Guru Shabad Singh Khalsa. 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