Yoga Centers Karnataka, India: yoga centers, yoga classes

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Community Yoga Studios	Yoga Retreats & Holiday Resorts

Address:	Bharati Mahila Samaja, opp. Nalpak Rest. Kuvempu nagar Double Road, Mysore, Karnataka 570023
Contact:	Phone: 0821-341978 Email: atmavikasa [at] eth.net
Instructor:	YogacharyaV.Venkatesha Qualifications: M.A, 18 years of hard Self practice and 14 yrs of Teaching at the age of 31. Internationally known for his critical eye for perfection and teaching skills.
Yoga Style:	Hatha Yoga, Radja Yoga
Specialty:	Advanced courses; Teacher training; Nick named as "Elastic Yogi" by the students.
	A research and study center for all yogic sciences.Well known for its style emphasising Indian tradition, Perfection, alignments, relaxation and scientific understanding. Caters all kinds of practitioners from beginners to advance. A range of courses on Yogasana, pranayama, kriyas, sanskrit, chants and philosophy are available. Specific courses for the advanced practitioners and teacher training programs are also offered.

Address:	Nirguna Mandir, Bangalore, Karnataka
Contact:	Email: dasconsultancy [at] yahoo.co.in
Web:	http://geocities.com/dasconsultancy
Yoga Links:	http://geocities.com/dasconsultancy/links.html
Instructor:	From Bihar school of yoga
Yoga Style:	Hatha yoga, Raja yoga, Kundalini yoga, Meditation
Specialties:	Bihar school of yoga Tradition
Description:	Why have a costly personal yoga teacher with limited knowledge? Get experts from Bihar school of yoga having more than 10 years of experience Online! Only you need to have a web cam and internet! mailto: dasconsultancy@yahoo.co.in

Address:	No.4, 3 B Main Road, 9th Cross, Sarakki, J.P. Nagar, I Phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 078
Contact:	Phone: 00 91 80 665 0382 Fax: 00 91 80 653 3909 Email: yogivishwa [at] yahoo.com
Web:	www.yogelements.com
Instructor:	Masterji, M.S.Viswanath
Yoga Style:	Ashtanga and Fundamentals
Specialties:	Teacher Training, Intensive study, Asana, Pranayama, Satvic diet, Mantra/Jappa, Meditation
Description:	Yoga classes have been conducted in Foundation of Pathanjala Yoga Kendra for more than 30 years. We are visited by students from all over the world. Our students always leave their first visit with a strong impression to visit again. Our emphasis is on personalized attention and individualized curriculum for the most comfortable and effective practice. For beginners of any level, it is a safe and welcoming place; For ashtanga students, exciting and challenging; for teachers, the FPYK is a centre to truly relax and refresh themselves and for every one an ideal centre.

MysoreAshtanga.com - a free travel reference guide for practitioners traveling to study Ashtanga yoga in Mysore. The website content is continuously updated by it's readers who have been to or are currently in Mysore. It also includes up-to-date news and happenings in Ashtanga yoga.

Address:	581 Dewans Rd, Mysore, Karnatica 570004
Contact:	Phone: +91-821-333582 Email: mandala [at] ashtanga.org
Web:	http://mandala.ashtanga.org
Instructor:	Mr V.Sheshadri BA
Yoga Style:	Ashtanga Vinyasa
Description:	Mysore style ashtanga vinyasa classes held daily by a traditional indian teacher in the lineage of BNS Iyengar, KP Jois and Krishnamachar

Address:	Gokarna, Karnataka, India We speak English, German, Spanish, Austrian, Swiss and Russian
Web:	www.spiritualland.com
Yoga Links:	www.spiritualland.com/yoga-accommodation-gokarna.php?page=Weblogs
Instructor:	Oliver Miguel, Director and course co-ordinator
Yoga Style:	Kriya
	You are warmly invited to join us at Namaste Farm Yoga for a 7-14 day comprehensive retreat in our 3 acre idyllic natural setting with ocean view. Designed for those interested in the rich spiritual traditions of India. The course is kriya inspired and includes daily yoga exercices, meditation, breathing and relaxation techniques, contemplative walks and lectures to promote the integrated health of body, mind and spirit.

Address:	758, 12th Main, Vijaynagar Ist stage, Karnataka 570017
Contact:	Phone: 91 0821 510405 Email: jayakumar64 [at] yahoo.com
Web:	www.mysoreyoga.org
Yoga Links:	www.mysoreyoga.org/#contact
Instructor:	Shri Jayakumar Swamyshree
Yoga Style:	Integrated Ashtanga Yoga
Specialties:	Scientific and spiritual approach
Description:	We offer asanas pranayama meditation advanced yogic techniques teacher training and yoga therapy for ailments. We have courses in durations of one week to 9 months. Our center is run by Shri Jayakumar a professionaly qualified yoga teacher. Please visit our website for information on courses and costs.

Address:	294/1, 7th Cross, Domlur Lay out, Above Corporation Bank, Bangalore-560 071
Contact:	Phone: +91 9901239594 / Email: sohamjohn [at] gmail.com
Web:	http://sohamyogaschool.com
Instructor:	Dr. Soham John MA, ND, YIC, Msc(yogic science)
Yoga Style:	Soham Classic Yoga
Specialties:	a beautiful blend of Hata (physical) and Raja (inner approach) yoga to experience positive health and bliss.
Description:	Soham Classic yoga is a unique style developed by Soham Yoga research wing considering the major health problems of modern times; and looking for a simple and effective yoga pattern which can easily be learned and adopted as a life style. As we have identified some of the common ailments of our times (back and spinal problems, stomach-upset, obesity and excessive stress and related diseases), we have accordingly selected some of the suitable yogic exercices and yoga postures which are practiced in a sequence with more emphasis on deep relaxation and awareness. In the basic yoga course, we teach around 25 yogic exercises, 36 yoga postures, 5 types of pranayama, various meditation techniques etc. which will make you a strong person with sound health and mental poise in order to cope up with the modern situation. We have all modules of yoga activities - soham classic yoga, yoga therapy consultation & training, Reiki healing /attunement sessions,Yogic- counseling, Nature-cure consultation, Yoga teachers training course, pranayama & meditation classes, stress management and Soham Holistic living Course. The director of the centre is Dr. Soham John MA, ND, YIC, Msc(yogic science); he has been working in the field of holisitic healing for the last 20 years. He has travelled extensively in Europe, Russia, Nepal and India conducting workshops, retreats and seminars related to Yoga, Reiki and Holistic living course. His programs were telecasted in various TV channels, and he was listed in the international Yoga magazine - YOGA JOURNAL - which published a detailed interview with him.

Address:	144/B, 7th Main Road, Gokulam 3rd Stage, Mysore, Karnataka 570002
Contact:	Phone: 91 9886090291 / Email: yogaindia [at] gmail.com
Web:	www.yoga-india.net
Yoga Links:	http://yoga-india.net/links.htm
Instructor:	Bharath Shetty
Yoga Style:	Astanga
Specialties:	Teacher Training, Yoga Terapy
Description:	TEACHER TRAINING COURSES The Course is around 5 to 8 hours per day, six days a week, for 8 weeks. (Entry only 9 people) The Teacher training course at Yoga India is offered 4 times a year. For more information about dates please contact Yoga India via e-mail: yogaindia@gmail.com The Course lasts for 8 weeks. To join the course you are required to stay for the full 8 weeks. Classes will be given from Monday to Saturday. The goal of the Teacher Training Course is to bring the future teachers in the position to teach beginners and intermediate students with knowledge and self-confidence. The TTC is only for experienced or at least intermediate students. The Teacher Training by Yoga India is divided into 7 parts. It is designed to meet the expectations of the Yoga Alliance. The 7 parts are: 1. Technique, includes the training and practice of: asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, and meditation 2. Teaching: includes the training and teaching of demonstration, observation, assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher and the student's process of learning 3. Anatomy and Physiology: includes the study of physical anatomy, the skeleton, organs and muscles, cardiovascular system, Pancha Kosha & nutrition 4. Philosophy and Ethics: this part includes the study of yoga scriptures, ethics for yoga teachers, life of a yogi 5. Practicum: In these hours the students have to observe and assist classes lead by the main teacher and also teach by themselves. 6. Karma Yoga: the students have to help to run the Yoga-school. Includes office work, organization and public relations. 7. Self-practice: study of books and discussion and practice of all above mentioned topics in a group. Practice Scheduled Morning Practice Evening Practice (a) Pranayama (a) Hip opening (b) Asanas(Foundation) (b) Back Bending (c) Technique (c) Meditation Weekend (a) Kriyas (b) Additional Theory The students have the possibility to observe and assist the main teacher for approximately 10 lessons. During that time the students gain knowledge of the methodology of teaching which includes the principles of demonstration, instructions and observation. Additionally, the students have the possibility to teach at least 5 hours with the supervision of the main teacher and eventually unsupervised. The basics of anatomy and physiology will be introduced and explained by an experienced local doctor. Topics will include; the structure and function of the skeleton, the main organs and muscles and the respiratory and the cardiovascular systems. Foundation Course [for all level Students] Is a special combination of the Beginners, Intermediate and Yoga Therapy Beginners opting to go for Teachers’ Training course will be selected through this BEGINNERS COURSES: Shall be conducted for people who are new to YOGA, young or old, people who feel their body rigid/stiff can also avail of this basic course. People with stress and health related problems can also avail of this unique course. The practice techniques includes breathing, stretchings, Surya Namaskara-I, basic Asanas, Yogic-practice, relaxation techniques etc. Entries to this course are limited. INTERMEDIATE COURSES: These classes are design for people who practice yoga for some time. The classes include maintaining the asanas for longer, introducing new intermediate asanas. THERAPY COURSES: The yoga therapy is based on the pancha kosha sidanta. It design for stress related problems like weight reduction, Asthma, Back-pain, knee pain, Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Menstrual problems, Head-aches, Constipation, Spondlites, Migraines, Indigestion and maintaining good health and slim body. The therapy is being done through yogic practices such as breathing, yoga kriyas, asanas, pranayama, and dhyana. Advanced course (For Intermediate and Advanced Students) To apply this Course Students need to practiced before quit some time BACK BENDING COURSE: Includes Back Bending Asanas from the beginning to advance. Starts with simple back bending Asanas like Ardha Chakrasana, Bhujangasana-1 and continues till Rajakapotasana, Poorna Shalabhasana, GandaBherundasana etc. The practice will be with the complimentary practice like twisting, forward bending, Balancing Asanas, and breathing techniques. The classes are conducted in small groups, individual attention being the priority. There will be two types of training (i) Individual training This training will be Conducted Throughout the year. (ii) Group Training This training will be conducted four times a year. The admission for this course shall be for those who know the minimum basics of YOGA. HIP-OPENING COURSE: In this course there are two types of training (i) Individual training This training will be Conducted Through the year (ii) Group training This Training will be Conducted four times a year For more details contact yogaindia@gmail.com

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