 Goddess Annapurna
Goddess Annapurni is an incarnation of the Hindu Goddess Parvati, the wife
of Lord Shiva. Empowered with the ability to supply food to an unlimited
amount of people, she symbolizes the divine aspect of nourishing care.
When food is prepared with a spirit of holiness, it becomes alchemy.
Temple art in India often depicts Lord Shiva with his begging bowl (skull),
asking Goddess Annapurni to provide him food that gives the energy (Shakti)
to achieve knowledge and enlightenment.
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Join Jai Uttal, Nubia Teixeira, James Higgins and Christy Brown for a day of Vinyasa Yoga, Mantra, Meditation, Yin Yoga and Kirtan. A portion of proceeds will benefit sustainable, organic farming education and initiatives in and around Marin County.
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JAMES HIGGINS James Higgins is a leading instructor in the San Francisco Bay Area where he was The Teachers Director for Yoga Works in 2009. Interweaving his long-term dedicated studies of Vinyasa Yoga with his Vipassana meditation experience, James offers a unique, appealing, and challenging Hatha Vinyasa practice. With a strong emphasis on the integration of physical, mental and emotional wellness, each class holds the intention for peaceful healing, personal evolution, and a deeper understanding of the heart. Using Buddhist wisdom, spiritual insight, personal development and conscious leadership he composes a journey that enables his students to experience the very best of themselves in body, mind and spirit. James leads retreats, and teaches in the U.S., Mexico, Europe and Asia. He's been a presenter at Kripalu, Omega Institute, and at The Yoga Journal Conferences in America. He continues his studies with many amazing teachers including the founder of Anusara Yoga, John Friend. jameshigginsyoga.com |
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NUBIA TEIXEIRA A Brazilian-born yogini, Thai Massage practitioner and Reiki Master, Nubia has devoted herself to teaching many different aspects of Yoga for the past 20 years. Perceiving Yoga as a Healing Art, Nubia's refinement and devotion to this ancient practice is reflected in her unique teaching, overflowing with heartfelt compassion and inspiration. A longtime dancer in the classical Indian dance tradition Odissi, Nubia joyfully infuses her classes with its' symbology and sacred geometry. She is the author of the CD Pranayama: May Breath Be Our Prayer released by Sounds True. nubia@bhaktinova.com |
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CHRISTY BROWN Teaching since 2000, Christy has studied in India with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and S.N. Goenka and in the U.S. with Sarah Powers, Paul Grilley, John Friend, Mata Amritanandamayi, T.K.V. Desikachar, H.H. the Dalai Lama, among others. Inspired by the present and urgent need for positive shift in global collective-consciousness, Christy emphasizes mindfulness, breath and alignment; strengthening and moving from core; and cultivating one's highest wellbeing for the benefit of the planet and all beings. Drawing on ancient yogic teachings and elements of Ashtanga, Iyengar, Anusara and Yin Yoga traditions, Buddhism, and other wisdom traditions, she weaves a creatively flowing, invigorating yet calming, centering yet expanding exploration of Self through Asana. ChristyBrownYoga.com |
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JAI UTTAL Jai Uttal is a pioneer in the world music community. His eclectic east meets-west sound has put his music at the forefront of the world fusion movement. Jai Uttal’s musical roots embrace a rich variety of cultures and traditions that span the globe and the centuries. From the hillbilly music of the Appalachian Mountains to the passionate strains of Bengali street singers, from the haunting rhythms and melodies of ancient India to contemporary electric rock sounds, Jai’s music distills the essence of diverse musical forms: “World music is music from everywhere. Music that creates bridges. Music that unites hearts and cultures. Music that brings peace.” jaiuttal.com |