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Classes at the ZenSpot Institute cover a variety of topics that support the ancient teachings of the Vedas and the Tao. The purpose is to enhance your appreciation and understanding of these ancient teachings / practices that originate from India and China.
Begin your journey into the ancient teachings today.
Classes are held in-person and online through Zoom video conferencing.
Qigong is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine to circulate qi or life force. This is accomplished through movement, breathing and meditation. Anyone can do it! Want to create a heavenly internal environment that staves off disease and restores a healthy body, mind and spirit? Come to qigong!
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
August 28 - September 25, 2019
October 2 - October 30, 2019
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of Jyotish (Vedic Astrology). We will learn how all the pieces fit together and unlock a new method of evaluating life as it unfolds on the screen of consciousness. Over the course of 6 weeks students will learn about the foundation of Vedic Astrology; Planets, Signs, and Houses. Once you have a solid understanding of these components, participants can start applying the concepts to their own life and that of those you love.
Week 1 – Introduction & Overview – The Building Blocks of Vedic Science
Week 2 – Planets – The Planets Within Us
Week 3 – Signs – A Journey Through the Zodiac
Week 4 – Workshop – The Alchemy of Planets in Signs
Week 5 – Houses – Divisions of the Sky
Week 6 – Workshop – Planets as House Rulers
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Thursdays: 6pm - 8pm
September 19 - October 24, 2019
Optimal Health - The Ayurvedic Way
Do you feel stuck in a body that doesn’t feel the way you would like it to? Have you consulted doctors, diets, nutritionists and every supplement under the sun? If you’re mired down in excess weight, fatigue, headaches, brain fog, body pain, anxiety, insomnia and digestive distress, The Zen Cleanse can assist in transforming that experience for you.
The Benefits
The Zen Cleanse works because it is directed at the often-overlooked root causes for many modern challenges: poor digestion, inflammation, anxiety and toxic overload. Throughout this 16-week online program, you will reduce inflammation, repair digestion, and flush out toxins using Ayurvedic Medical Science.
The Zen Cleanse works through the strength of community by creating a compassionate and educated circle of support to empower you to heal your gut and your brain resulting in a zest for life!
What To Expect
Topics discussed during group sessions include: neuroadaptation, food challenges, digestion, the brain-gut connection, biochemistry, cravings, energy, lifestyle, Ayurvedic principles and routines and knowledge about body constitution types.
Each participant will receive a pre and post program health consultation as well as monthly check-ins from a ZenSpot Institute Ayurvedic clinician.
The program includes a guiding textbook, Ayurvedic herbal regimens, weekly online sessions and monthly coaching and information in a group setting as well as one-on-one.
Investment
Dates: Sundays from September 29, 2019 through January 12, 2020.
+ 12-weeks meet online every Sunday from 4pm - 5:30pm.
+ 4-weeks individual follow-ups with your Ayurvedic Practioner and Program Coach.
Cost: of the program is $1400. Options for monthly payments are available.
Register by: September 15, 2019.
Introduction to Ayurveda is a blended in-person and online class for students of all levels that want to learn the foundational principles, concepts and practices of this 5,000 year old healing tradition. The online portion of the class is a 3-module overview that discusses the history of Ayurveda and the doshas, the Ayurvedic clock, important concepts, the four pillars of health and the daily Ayurvedic routine. Students are to complete this portion of the course prior to the three in-person sessions.
Once registered, you will receive directions on how to access the online portion of the class.
*This class is a pre-requisite for all ZenSpot Institute training programs.
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Tuesdays: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
October 1, October 8 and October 15, 2019
**Online portion of the program to be completed before the start of the first in-person session on 10/1/19.
This class will focus on mindfulness in movement, meditation and breathing. Open to newcomers as well as those with experience. Each week a new meditation and breathing practice will be taught so it can easily be incorporated into your daily life. All teachings are rooted in ancient practices for everyday living.
Learn the basics for building a regular practice for yourself. YTT300 and YTT500 hour module credit available.
*This class is a pre-requisite for all ZenSpot Institute training programs.
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Sundays: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
October 6 - November 10, 2019
The 7 Chakras class takes a deep dive into the Chakra System by focusing on one chakra per week for seven weeks. It will take you on a healing journey as you become aware of how each chakra affects your health and well-being on a spiritual, mental, emotional and physical level. You will learn the basic functions, issues, connections, and associated elements connected to each chakra then participate in various activities, exercises, meditations and asanas to help bring balance and optimal health.
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Tuesdays: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
October 1 - November 12, 2019
Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan offers something for everyone regardless of age, level of experience, body type, or physical condition. If you wish to feel good about yourself and improve the quality of your life join Mantra Simran Kaur in this 6-week series that provides detail on some of the oldest meditations and mantras, physical practice and how tos and whys in this ancient technology.
Over the course of 6 weeks you will learn:
1. BREATH OF LIFE IS YOUR LIFE: PRANA AND PRANAYAM
2. CREATURES OF HABIT: APANA, DIGESTION, AND ELIMINATION
3. WHERE ARE YOU AT? CHAKRAS AND THE KUNDALINI
4. EVERYBODY IS A HEALER
5. HOW TO HAVE A REALLY GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
6. GREAT DAY IN THE MORNING! HOW TO GET UP
Class Schedule:
In-person sessions are
Wednesdays: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
October 2 - November 6, 2019
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