Before you join a Kundalini Yoga Class
A few important things to know so you can feel grounded, prepared, and supported.
For new kundalini yoga practitioners
BEGINNER vs NON-BEGINNER
Only the Beginners’ class is designed for beginners.
All other classes move at a steady pace and instruction assumes some familiarity
Beginners can take a non-beginner class with the caveat that there may be less explanation
Ideally you begin with a beginners’ class.
Then consider single classes or— better yet —a monthly membership.
Truth is, this practice can look different from class to class
as the focus of each class shifts.
The main part of the class is called a Kriya,
which is a set of exercises designed to hone in on:
- a particular bodily system
- an energetic system
- a state of mind
- an organ
- an emotion
- a specific energy center (chakra)
Each kriya is like its own recipe.
Each in service to your well-being.
I encourage you to commit to multiple classes to get a real feel for this practice.
Start with one though… and go from there.
Honor what works for you.
Preparing for Class: What to Expect
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Typical Structure of Class
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Pranayam - breathwork
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Warm-up
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Kriya (yoga set)
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Savasana / Rest
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Meditation
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What You Will Need
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quiet, private space
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a yoga mat
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bolster/pillow/blanket for more comfortable seated postures (as needed)
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optional props such as yoga strap and blocks if it serves you
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water
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Plus, of course, the technology to join me by Zoom
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VIDEO #2 - SOME OF THE BASICS
VIDEO #3 -
COMMON CONFUSIONS TO BE AWARE OF
Tune-In & Closing Song
Don't worry if you do not know these as you start. You can simply listen in and feel the vibration of the chants.
Tune-In Mantra
ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO (3 times) - connects you to your inner wisdom
AAD GURAY NAMAY, JUGAAD GURAY NAMAY, SAT GURAY NAMAY, SIRI GURU DAY VAY NAMAY (3 times) - a protective mantra
Closing Mantra
MAY THE LONG TIME SUN SHINE UPON YOU.
ALL LOVE SURROUND YOU.
AND THE PURE LIGHT WITHIN YOU,
GUIDE YOUR WAY ON
(2 times, followed by a stretched out "Saaaaaaat Nam")
(Sat Nam = Truth is Who You Are, Your Highest version of yourself)