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Yoga through Sanskrit
“That is yoga,” [people] think,
When the restraint of the senses is steady.
[One] then becomes attentive,
For yoga is both the origin and the dissolution.
-Kaṭha Upaniṣad 6.11
The study of Sanskrit can help cultivate deeper levels of subtle awareness, concentration, and understanding. Join us for a magical, meditative weekend of Sanskrit, chanting, yoga philosophy, and community connection. Yoga and Sanskrit students of all levels are welcome.
- Saturday, July 18th | 11:00am-5:00pm
- Sunday, July 19th | 11:00am-5:00pm
Investment:
$295 if paid in full by June 1st / $395 after June 1st
About Zoë
Zoë Slatoff has been practicing yoga for 30 years and teaching for nearly as long. She has a PhD in Religion and Philosophy from Lancaster University and a BA and MA in Asian Languages and Cultures from Columbia University, focusing on translations of Sanskrit texts on Yoga Philosophy. Zoë is the Clinical Professor of Sanskrit as well as the Associate Director of the Yoga Studies MA Program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She is the author of “Yogāvatāraṇam: The Translation of Yoga,” a Sanskrit textbook based on classic yoga texts. Zoë spent many years studying in Mysore, India and was authorized to teach Ashtanga Yoga by Śrī K. Pattabhi Jois in 2002 and received Level 2 from R. Sharath in 2009. She taught yoga and Sanskrit for many years at her yoga shala in her hometown of NYC, Ashtanga Yoga Upper West Side.
Rest as Ritual: a Yoga Nidra Immersion and Training
Rest as Ritual is an invitation to experience yoga nidra not merely as a technique, but as an experiential doorway into the deepest states of consciousness. This immersion with beloved teacher Rhia Robinson guides you beyond understanding into intimacy with the practice—where deep rest becomes a sacred act, and stillness a form of knowing. Rooted in tradition, the curriculum explores the essential foundations of yoga nidra while gently leading you into its subtler dimensions: preparation, healing, transformation, self-inquiry, the power of sankalpa (sacred resolve) and yoga nidra as a spiritual path. Through embodied exploration, you will increasingly enter the true state of yoga nidra—where spacious awareness, presence, and profound restoration unfold naturally.
Designed for those seeking an alternative to seated meditation—and a deeper approach to nervous system regulation, recovery and well-being—this experience weaves together contemplative wisdom and embodied practice. For those who wish to share this work, the final (optional) session offers practical tools to transmit yoga nidra with authenticity, depth and grace.
Rest becomes ritual, presence becomes medicine, and transmission becomes a living expression of the state itself. This immersion is not about reading scripts or performing relaxation; it is the art of guiding yourself and others into the deepest layers of consciousness, where healing, clarity and renewal arise.
You will explore:
- Distinct intentions and applications of yoga nidra practice
- Skillful preparation as the foundation for deep states of rest
- Subtle body maps, including the Vedantic model of the mind and the koshas
- The four states of consciousness and their relationship to brainwave patterns
- The art and architecture of yoga nidra sequencing
Logistics
Immersion dates, all Saturday:
- September 12 & 19
- October 3, 10 & 17
Teacher training:
November 7 *training weekend for those who wish to teach Yoga Nidra
All dates meet from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Total Hours: 15 as immersion / 18 as training
About Rhia
Motherhood, meditation, travel, writing and deep reflection are ongoing sources of inspiration for Rhia, shaping both her life and her teaching. In her classes, the physical practice becomes a doorway into the subtle dimensions of yoga—inviting students into deeper awareness, self-inquiry and a reconnection with their innate joy. Rooted in decades of devoted study and lived practice, she has cultivated a distinct voice and thoughtful approach that honors tradition while serving the needs of modern practitioners.
Teaching since 2002, Rhia offers public and private classes, workshops and teacher trainings. She holds certifications with Rod Stryker and continues to study deeply within the lineage. Known for bridging depth and accessibility, she empowers practitioners to explore embodied understanding, cultivate discernment and integrate practice into daily life.
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Teacher Development
The Series Architect: From Single Flow to Multi Week Journey - An 8-Hour Continuing Education Intensive for Yoga Teachers with Kelsey Konsen
Why This Course?
For the Teacher: Reduce Burnout, Spark Longevity
Creative Efficiency: Learn how to work smarter, not harder by using a single “Big Idea” as the foundation for multiple classes.
Confidence in the Seat: Eliminate the Sunday-night challenge of “what am I teaching tomorrow?” with a clear, strategic roadmap already in place.
Artistic Renewal: Rediscover your voice by diving deep into specific frameworks (Skill, Pose, Theme, or Intensity) that interest you, rather than chasing trends.
For the Student: Deeper Learning & Tangible Success
Skill Mastery: Give your students the repetition they need to understand a pose. Long-form sequencing allows for the incremental layers of strength and mobility that a single 60-minute class cannot provide.
The Power of Familiarity: Repetition builds confidence. When students recognize a sequence, they can move out of their thinking brain and deeper into the experience of the practice.
Visible Progress: Students stay motivated when they can feel themselves getting stronger and more mobile over a dedicated multi class arc.
What We Will Cover
The Blueprint for Breakdown: Participate in a 75-minute master practice and then “reverse-engineer” it to see the architecture behind the flow.
Identifying Your “Big Idea”: Move past generic cues. Learn to pinpoint the specific anatomical, philosophical, or functional focus that will anchor your series.
The 4 Frameworks of Sequencing: Master the use of Skill-Based, Pose-Based, Theme-Based, and Intensity-Based models to keep your teaching diverse yet focused.
Pose Anatomy & Component Parts: Learn to “rip a pose apart” to understand its requirements (What needs to open? What needs to be strengthen?) and how to layer those elements over several weeks.
The Arc of the Series: Design a multi week curriculum using the Foundation →Development → Integration model, ensuring your students are supported at every stage.
Course Objectives
By the end of this day, you will be able to:
- Clarify a “Big Idea” that resonates with your unique teaching style.
- Develop a multi-week series that builds logically from week to week.
- Select the most effective framework to serve your students’ specific goals.
- Articulate the “Why” behind your transitions and drills to deepen student buy-in.
- Leave with a fully sketched multi week series ready to be implemented in your next class cycle.
About Kelsey
As the founder of Yoga Balance, Inc., Kelsey Konsen takes the guesswork out of movement. She works one-on-one with clients to design fully customized private sessions that prioritize your unique goals, whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or looking to deepen a lifelong practice.
Kelsey’s approach is rooted in her own experience as a lifelong athlete and a relentless learner. Since starting her journey at Houston’s Joy Yoga Center in 2017, she has pursued a continuous path of education. As a 500-hour Yoga Medicine® Therapeutic Specialist, she specializes in the biomechanics of the shoulder, hip, and spine—the areas where most of us feel the most tension. By blending anatomical expertise with mindfulness, she helps her clients navigate everything from injury recovery and athletic performance to the transitions of prenatal and postnatal life.
Investment:
$150 Early Bird pricing by May 1 / $180 after May 1
Stop teaching for the hour; start teaching for the journey. Join us for a day of movement, analytical breakdown, and collaborative design that will revitalize your teaching and revolutionize your students’ practice.
Yoga through Sanskrit
“That is yoga,” [people] think,
When the restraint of the senses is steady.
[One] then becomes attentive,
For yoga is both the origin and the dissolution.
-Kaṭha Upaniṣad 6.11
The study of Sanskrit can help cultivate deeper levels of subtle awareness, concentration, and understanding. Join us for a magical, meditative weekend of Sanskrit, chanting, yoga philosophy, and community connection. Yoga and Sanskrit students of all levels are welcome.
- Saturday, July 18th | 11:00am-5:00pm
- Sunday, July 19th | 11:00am-5:00pm
Investment:
$295 if paid in full by June 1st / $395 after June 1st
About Zoë
Zoë Slatoff has been practicing yoga for 30 years and teaching for nearly as long. She has a PhD in Religion and Philosophy from Lancaster University and a BA and MA in Asian Languages and Cultures from Columbia University, focusing on translations of Sanskrit texts on Yoga Philosophy. Zoë is the Clinical Professor of Sanskrit as well as the Associate Director of the Yoga Studies MA Program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She is the author of “Yogāvatāraṇam: The Translation of Yoga,” a Sanskrit textbook based on classic yoga texts. Zoë spent many years studying in Mysore, India and was authorized to teach Ashtanga Yoga by Śrī K. Pattabhi Jois in 2002 and received Level 2 from R. Sharath in 2009. She taught yoga and Sanskrit for many years at her yoga shala in her hometown of NYC, Ashtanga Yoga Upper West Side.
Rest as Ritual: a Yoga Nidra Immersion and Training
Rest as Ritual is an invitation to experience yoga nidra not merely as a technique, but as an experiential doorway into the deepest states of consciousness. This immersion with beloved teacher Rhia Robinson guides you beyond understanding into intimacy with the practice—where deep rest becomes a sacred act, and stillness a form of knowing. Rooted in tradition, the curriculum explores the essential foundations of yoga nidra while gently leading you into its subtler dimensions: preparation, healing, transformation, self-inquiry, the power of sankalpa (sacred resolve) and yoga nidra as a spiritual path. Through embodied exploration, you will increasingly enter the true state of yoga nidra—where spacious awareness, presence, and profound restoration unfold naturally.
Designed for those seeking an alternative to seated meditation—and a deeper approach to nervous system regulation, recovery and well-being—this experience weaves together contemplative wisdom and embodied practice. For those who wish to share this work, the final (optional) session offers practical tools to transmit yoga nidra with authenticity, depth and grace.
Rest becomes ritual, presence becomes medicine, and transmission becomes a living expression of the state itself. This immersion is not about reading scripts or performing relaxation; it is the art of guiding yourself and others into the deepest layers of consciousness, where healing, clarity and renewal arise.
You will explore:
- Distinct intentions and applications of yoga nidra practice
- Skillful preparation as the foundation for deep states of rest
- Subtle body maps, including the Vedantic model of the mind and the koshas
- The four states of consciousness and their relationship to brainwave patterns
- The art and architecture of yoga nidra sequencing
Logistics
Immersion dates, all Saturday:
- September 12 & 19
- October 3, 10 & 17
Teacher training:
November 7 *training weekend for those who wish to teach Yoga Nidra
All dates meet from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Total Hours: 15 as immersion / 18 as training
About Rhia
Motherhood, meditation, travel, writing and deep reflection are ongoing sources of inspiration for Rhia, shaping both her life and her teaching. In her classes, the physical practice becomes a doorway into the subtle dimensions of yoga—inviting students into deeper awareness, self-inquiry and a reconnection with their innate joy. Rooted in decades of devoted study and lived practice, she has cultivated a distinct voice and thoughtful approach that honors tradition while serving the needs of modern practitioners.
Teaching since 2002, Rhia offers public and private classes, workshops and teacher trainings. She holds certifications with Rod Stryker and continues to study deeply within the lineage. Known for bridging depth and accessibility, she empowers practitioners to explore embodied understanding, cultivate discernment and integrate practice into daily life.
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