Practicing yoga since the young age of 12, Courtney decided to follow the true concept of
“ubuntu”and share the wealth of her practice with others. She became certified through
Samadhi Center for Yoga in Denver,Colorado with a strong emphasis on vinyasa,anusara,
Ayervedics,and meditation. Incorporating a seamless flow and constant breath work, she
enables her students to enter a level of awareness and find the “work out”they desire in
her classes. She teaches mixed level classes at Ubuntu Yoga Studio and offers modifications
for both, the beginning yogi to the advanced yogi.
www.ubuntunapa.com
1PM – DARREN MAIN, Yoga Tree
Darren Main is a well-known yoga and meditation instructor and author. His books include
Yoga and the Path of the Urban Mystic, Spiritual Journeys along the Yellow Brick Road and
The Findhorn Book of Meditation. In addition to his writing, he facilitates workshops and
gives talks on yoga and modern spirituality throughout the United States and abroad and is
the director of the Yoga Tree Teacher Training Program. He currently lives in San Francisco.
Sadhana literally means 'spiritual practice' in Sanskrit. What sets yoga off from many spiritual paths is
its focus on Sadhana. It is through our practice that we quiet the mind, heal the body and awaken to
our spiritual nature. This practice with Darren Main involves yoga postures, breathing techniques
and seated meditation. www.darrenmain.com
3PM – KATCHIE ANANDA, YogaSangha
Katchie Ananda, co-founder of Yoga Sangha, a studio in San Francisco dedicated to Spiritual
Activation, is an activist, dancer, artist, priestess and yogini. She is certified in Anusara,
Jivamukti, Ashtanga and Integral Yoga, has devoted more then twenty years to the study
and integration of Yoga, and has been leading others along the path for almost two decades. www.yogasangha.com
5PM - LECTURE – DARREN MAIN, Living as an Urban Mystic
Yoga and the Path of the Urban Mystic by Darren Main has been called a modern
spiritual classic. In this talk, Darren expounds in more detail on the principles covered
in his book such as the ego, Maya, and the Eight Limbs. In addition to his talk,a
meditation and time for questions and discussion will be offered. www.darrenmain.com
6PM – LIVE DJ SET WITH SPECIAL GUEST - DAN THE AUTOMATOR
Nadine began practicing yoga in 1994 at It's Yoga.She was finally drawn to teach 10
years later. Safety, patience and inward focus are key elements of her practice which
is grounded in Ashtanga Yoga as taught by Sri K.Pattabhi Jois in India. Taking yoga
off the mat, into everyday life is a key inspiration of her teaching. Nadine has
completed teacher trainings with Clayton Horton at Greenpath and David Swenson.
She also continues her education through workshops and trainings with senior
teachers such as David Williams, Richard Freeman, Ana Forrest and Sarah Powers.
And, continues to develop her understanding of ahimsa and bhakti by assisting
and practicing with Rusty Wells. www.internationalorange.com
1PM – IAN JEROME MAIER, Yoga Society of San Francisco
I have had a life long interest in the Eastern healing arts including yoga. The
study and practice of this ancient art and science has, through the years,nourished
and sustained me physically, mentally and spiritually. Teaching for 12 years has
added another dimension to this experience in broadening my communication
skills and providing me with the opportunity to share the knowledge that I have
accumulated over the years. The privilege of participating in workshops and
practicing under the guidance of such masters as Swami Bua, Duncan Wong,
Dharma Mittra, David Swenson, Tias Little, Richard Freeman and others has given
me greater insight into the subtleties of the art of yoga and helped me in the appreciation of
different approaches to teaching. www.yssf.org
3PM – KATE LUMSDEN, The Mindful Body
Kate lets her devoted love of yoga shine through in each of her classes at The
Mindful Body center in San Francisco. Introduced to yoga in 1999, Kate's
background in the Astanga Vinyasa style along with the treatment of her scoliosis
curve have enriched her teachings with love of the meditative flow of breath and
movement, while finding solace in proper alignment. Drawing from her own
experience, Kate encourages her students to develop senses of inner awareness
through exercising attentive presence and abhyasa,a committed application of
oneself to the practice in and out of the asana. Kate feels blessed to be guided
by such gifted teachers along her path including Colleen Taylor, Yolanda Bain, Judith Lasater,
and Catherine Shaddix. www.themindfulbody.com
5PM – Victoria Austin, Yoga Garden SF
Victoria Austin began practicing meditation in 1971. She was ordained as a Zen
priest in 1982 in the lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She received dharma
transmission from Sojun Mel Weitsman. She is formerly the tanto (head of
practice) at Tassajara,formerly the president of San Francisco Zen Center, and
currently Zen Center's Director of Outreach.She is a certified Iyengar Yoga
teacher who trains regularly in India and in the United States. www.yogagardensf.com
Pictures from Yoga Walk Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles Convention Center - September 22 & 23, 2007
