Ayurveda translates from Sanskrit as “the science of life”. Often considered to be the sister science of yoga, it continues to be one of the world’s oldest and most sophisticated mind-body health and medical systems. In this introduction, we will explore:
✓ The 5 great “Mahabhutas” or “elements” to better understand ourselves as a part of nature.
✓ Begin to distinguish our unique constitution or elemental make-ups.
✓ Learn basic tools of diet and daily practice to support health, help to prevent disease and slow the aging process.
✓ Learn a wonderful technique for self-massage that you can do for yourself at home that supports healthy joints, circulation and our immune systems.
✓ Yoga practices that support the different doshas.
Christy brings 15 years of personal Ayurvedic studies and practice to her teaching along with current studies as part of the Kripalu Center’s Ayurvedic Counselor Certification program in Massachusetts. She has tremendous gratitude for her teachers, Dr. Rosie Mann, Dr. Joythi Bhatt, Larissa Carlson, and Scott Blossom.
Call 206-547-2172 or emailing christy@phinneyridgeyoga.com for more information.
Date & Time: Sunday, May 17, 2020 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Cost: $30
About the instructor: Christy Fisher
Christy is a 500-Hour certified Kripalu Yoga teacher; Certified Yoga Therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapy (C-IAYT) and a practitioner of yoga for over 25 years. Christy also holds a long time interest in somatic awareness and has been fortunate to study with pioneers including Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen, Martha Myers, Martha Eddy and Peggy Hackney along with receiving certification from the Laban/Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies (NYC). She has also studied the Franklin Method of Imagery with Christa Rypins.
Christy enjoys teaching people of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in adapting practices to meet individual needs. Her approach is gentle yet deep and always includes an emphasis on acceptance and mindfulness. Along with directing Phinney Ridge Yoga, she has taught for the National MS Society Washington State Chapter, Cancer Lifeline, and the Washington State Traumatic Brain Injury Association.