Tantra Immersion

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Tantra Immersion – Module 1

Seven week- nine class course

August 27th- October 8th, 2019

$189

Tuesdays 10am-12:30 pm AND Sunday September 15th + October 6th, 5-8:30pm
OR
Tuesdays 7-9:30pm AND Sunday September 15th + October 6th, 5-8:30pm

Register at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4278611

Fuse the powers of the sacred heart with the energies of the body, and you can transform everything. ~Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

 

Tantra Immersion: A Progressive Journey Inward

The Tantra Immersion is a transformative holistic course that creates the conditions to reveal our true nature. This immersive, multi-level course is based on the teachings of Hridaya Hatha Yoga which was started by Sahajananda in Mazunte, Mexico. They stem from classical tantric teachings and are oriented towards uncovering who we really are.

You’ve felt that gnawing that says, Theres more than just work and sleep! Come find out what you’re looking for, what else is possible. The teachings of Tantra give us specific practices, techniques and understandings of how to find the deeper answers from within and how to orient ourselves toward a more holistic life.

Many of us want to go deeper into our Tantric journey and don’t quite know where to start. The Tantra Immersion begins with Module 1 and will deepen into future courses that give you a step-by-step path into the unknown of spiritual awakening.

Tantra Immersion: Module 1
Module 1 begins a life-changing journey where fundamental spiritual topics are introduced in both theory and practice. This includes tantric yoga, meditation and esoteric knowledge of the intimate inner workings of the physical body, energies and chakras (energy centers), emotional patterns and tendencies, mindfulness and exploration of consciousness – including subconscious tendencies and expanding our conscious awareness, as well as the revelation of our ultimate nature.

While practices deeply affect our human development, a contemplative attitude and an awareness of our spiritual essence are foundational to the teachings.

Note: this course is nonsexual. There are no intimate or sexual teachings in the Tantra Immersion.

Hridaya Yoga is a unique practice which teaches us how to open to the limitlessness of energy and consciousness. What we consider to be just our energies are revealed as being universal, unlimited and available all the time. Ultimately, the practice opens our Hearts deeply, bringing the perspective of Advaita, the vision of non-duality into everyday waking life.

This Tantra Immersion offers the gifts of deep relaxation, letting go of daily stresses, creating a whole new set of conditions for personal transformation, and an opening to realize the sacredness of the body itself. Learning to become aware of subtle energies, the chakra system and kundalini allows a profound body-emotion-mind rejuvenation. Module 1 is a transformative program that can jumpstart the process of deep purification on physical, psychological, emotional and energetic levels.

A note on accessibility

The practices in this class are accessible for most bodies and abilities. As our focus is on much more than the physical body, practices can be modified to fit practitioners abilities. Practice duration will increase during the seven weeks of the course. Instructors are happy to offer individual modifications as needed. Please contact us if you have questions about your accessibility.

Accessibility in our space: Our entrance and practice space is wheelchair accessible and students are welcome to sit on chairs, on the floor, or as needed for their physical abilities. However, the bathroom is not ADA and not able to accommodate a wheelchair at this time. (We are intending to remedy this in 2019.) If you are concerned about your accessibility needs in the space, please contact us.

Schedule
The Tantra Immersion is a 7-week course with 9 immersive classes. Each class includes a foundational teaching of Tantra, exploration of our daily life awareness, and one or two techniques. The teachings and practices deepen in future modules, creating us a holistic approach to integrate Tantra into our whole lives – both in our time on-the-mat, away from life’s demands, as well as in the midst of our relationships, work, community and personal growth.

We highly encourage a commitment to a daily practice for everyone in this course.

After you complete Module 1 by attending at least 80% of the course, you’ll be able to attend consecutive modules. You can also take Module 1 again at half the price to deepen your Tantric life.

Tantra Immersion Curriculum
Module 1 begins at the basics with questions like, What is Tantra? What is Yoga? What is Nonduality? What do they mean in my life? We focus each class on a specific value of Seattle Tantra, like love, interconnectedness or play, to bring these teachings to life. All of our techniques are rooted the message of the Consciousness of Oneness, and our highest priority is to offer this message, beyond dogma and biases. Students are encouraged to listen from the heart, to experiment with the teachings and to remember that were always pointing to the depth of uncovering our limitless being.

The teachings of Module 1 include three aspects of Tantra:

  • Aspect 1 – Exploring the Values of Seattle Tantra
  • Aspect 2 – Classical Tantra techniques like asana, pranayama, kriyas and mudras
  • Aspect 3 – Advaita Tantra teachings on the Consciousness of Oneness and the expansion of daily life awareness

The curriculum of the Tantra Immersion Module 1 includes:

– Hridaya Yoga principles and the stages of practice
– A comprehensive explanation and esoteric significance of each technique
– A deep investigation of the Tantric energy systems
– The Self-Enquiry Method
– The intimate power of the Spiritual Heart and how-to guide for living with an open heart
– Purification techniques
– Cultivating a Tantric attitude – the ten values of Seattle Tantra
– Yogic practices for the awareness, control and channeling of energy
– Pranayama the control of the energies using the life-force of breath
– Concentration and meditation techniques

All participants will be given a course book to continue your studies and help support your practice.

There are many mysteries to be unraveled, but the most important is the mystery of our being. – Sahajananda, Hridaya Yoga

FAQs

Is this a yoga course?

Yes, and its not like what you might think of when you think of American yoga. Hridaya Yoga is a deep, internal practice which fuses the power of the sacred heart with the energies of the body. It is a deeply purifying, relaxing and internalizing practice that includes the body, breath, heart and mind.

Is there any sexual touch or nudity?

No, there is no sexual touch or nudity. We will discuss elements of relationships connection in future Modules. The Tantra Immersion is a nonsexual course which teaches a breadth and depth of Tantra practices.

Are there any prerequisites?

No. Module one is the first course and is required for all students wanting to enter the Tantra Immersion.

This says Module 1. Will there be other modules? How many?

Yes. Well offer Module 1 a few times before we offer Module 2 so that dedicated groups of students can move into successive modules. Modules will continue progressively as there is interest. The depth of Tantric teachings is nearly bottomless.

What do I need to bring?

If you have a yoga mat, please bring one with you. We have some for public use at Seattle Tantra. Please bring your course booklet at each teaching and a journal or notebook to take notes.

Please arrive on a relatively empty stomach as some of our practices cannot be done within 2 hours of eating.

Course Dates:

August 27th- October 8th, 2019

Tuesdays 10am-12:30 pm AND Sunday September 15th + October 6th, 5-8:30pm
OR
Tuesdays 7-9:30pm AND Sunday September 15th + October 6th, 5-8:30pm

Students from both offerings will participate together in the two Sunday classes.

Cost:
$189 Early Registration
$239 Regular

Limited scholarships are available. Please ask for details.

Watch a Hridaya yoga exercise here

 

Sex on the Chakras

sex on the chakras

Ever noticed how you’re completely compatible with some people in bed?

But not at all with others?

Ever wondered why??

Sex on the Chakras offers insight as to why and how this is, and how to connect better with yourself and your partner’s sexual preferences. Using the wisdom and science of Sacred Sexuality, you’ll leave this workshop a more empowered lover with new skills to tap into and channel your innate desires and sexual energy.

All are welcome in this 3.5 hour workshop, which will include theory and practice around:

– Experiencing the full range of human sexuality – from the animalistic wild side, to the sensualist, to the pure cosmic lover
– Understanding and awakening your partner’s sexual style
– Knowing what you want and how to ask for it
– Strategies for how to last longer in bed
– Awakening new, exciting parts of yourself and your sexuality
– Bringing spirituality into the bedroom
– Empowering your life through awakened sex and lovemaking

After this engaging and playful workshop, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of yourself, what you desire and how to expand your sexual comfort zone. Please note: There is NO genital or explicit sexual touch in this workshop.

Cost: $40 in advance, $50 at the door

Please, register at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4094656

Scholarships and Assistantships welcome. Please inquire at [email protected].

On Desire: Authentic Relating Games

on-desire

On desire: are you in touch with yours? Desire arises naturally within us, we do not make them up. However, we do make up a lot of stories, expectations, and fears around our naturally arising desire. We often confuse desire and need in our minds, creating even more confusion, shutting down and bypassing what often feels like a shadowy part of us- unwelcome, unhealthy, wrong. This separates us from an integral part of ourselves, leading to feelings of unfulfillment, lack of wholeness, and shame.

Tonight, we will use authentic relating games to explore our own personal world of desire, disconnection from it and any shame or fear around our desire…all the while fiercely acknowledging that no one else is expected to fulfill our desires for us.

This is an edgy topic and may be uncomfortable. And while desire is often associated with sex and our sexuality, it is much more than that. Acknowledging that edge, this evening is about getting to know our desires, and not about fulfilling those desires. This evening does not include sexual touch or any expectation that another person should be fulfilling my desires for me.

Facilitated by Grace & Keeley

** WHAT ARE AUTHENTIC RELATING GAMES? **
AR (Authentic Relating) is about what is real. It’s about what you are feeling and experiencing in the bodily felt sense. It’s about your actual thoughts and emotions in the moment, whether they be frightening, silly, sexy, or questioning. It’s about the nature of connectedness when you look into the eyes of another being.

Relating Games are a collection of experiences and activities that give participants a hands-on taste of both the joy and skills of genuine interpersonal connection. Game nights provide a lower-stakes venue to feel the power of being vulnerable in community with the aim of bringing more authentic connection into our lives every day.

Authentic Relating is a growing movement with communities around the globe gathering to connect and enrich the human experience. (https://www.authrev.com/worldwide-connection)

** WHAT/WHO IS AUTHENTIC SEATTLE? **
We are a community that is unleashing our aliveness through self-expression, connection, and bearing witness to each other.

Seattle Tantra Center plans to host monthly Authentic Relating Games nights. All are welcome to join.

Event Details:
– Address: 9414 Roosevelt Way
– Ample street parking and public transit options.
– Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to settle into the space so we can begin at 7pm. We lock the doors at 7:15.
– Cost: Donation basis $10-$40 suggested to support budding Seattle Tantra and Authentic Seattle communities. Cash, check or card accepted at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Your assistance with set-up or clean up would be most appreciated in lieu of financial support.
– Accessibility: Seattle Tantra is an accessible space. However, the bathroom does not accommodate wheelchairs. Please contact us if you have questions about how we can support your abilities.

Additional Considerations:
– Please note that Authentic Relating events are not a therapeutic setting, and the facilitators are not there in the role of counselors. If you have needs that would best be served by a mental health professional, do not consider this practice as a substitute for such care.
– Games & Circling events can facilitate people making deep connections. Not everyone brings that connected experience with them after an event. Please remember to practice everyday politeness if you reach out to someone to connect socially after an event.
– If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask any of the Authentic Seattle or Seattle Tantra facilitators.

Yogassage

yogassage- yoga + massage

Join Grace and a team of massage therapists for a 75-minute guided yin yoga practice with the added experience of massage techniques and adjustments.

Now with fewer spots available to ensure more hands-on attention per yogi!

$40 | 15% off for VIP Members
Space is Limited.
REGISTER HERE!
*Limited waitlist available. Cancellations with 24 hours or more notice are eligible for refund (account credit only). Contact management at [email protected]