Learn about yoga's roots and current expressions, and help write its unfolding history.

What are the oldest postures? Was the Buddha a yogi? Who named the asana "chair-pose"? When did yoga reach the US? Which parts of this history are romanticized, alternative "facts"? Join us for a whirlwind tour of texts, teachers, and traditions from 5000+ years ago to the ever-changing modern moment. You will sort through the (mis/dis)information in yoga’s past and current expressions to learn about "what happened." This exploration will inspire you to think more about all personal and community histories.

No prior knowledge required. CEU's for RYT's.

*Includes lecture and Q&A discussion. Discover ancient yogic texts and art, Sanskrit terms, and more. 5000+ year timeline provided. List of recommended books, articles, and films upon request.
*Includes 4500-year timeline and a list of recommended books, articles, videos, and films on the topic. You may wish to bring a journal. 

Pricing:

• Roots and Branches (Sunday):

  • $55 in advance and $60 day of

• FULL WEEKEND (The Language of Yoga Immersion)

  • $130 in advance and $150 day of

About the wonderful Marcy:

Marcy Braverman Goldstein, Ph.D. earned her degree in Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara.  She has taught at UC Riverside, Davidson College, UNC Charlotte, the Stan Greenspon Holocaust and Social Justice Education Center, Loyola Marymount University, etc. and at Embodied Philosophy, an online educational platform where she also directs the Mentorship Program.  As Founder and Creative Director of Sanskrit Revolution, Marcy teaches yoga history, Sanskrit, ethical speech, philosophy and more at yoga teacher training programs nationally.  Currently she is designing a multimedia yoga education resource.  Drawing from her academic background and 20+ years practicing and teaching asana, Marcy creates broad ranging classes that illuminate the language and culture of yoga, explore wisdom traditions, and inspire personal growth.