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
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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.
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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)
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Each kriya is like its own recipe.
Each in service to your well-being.
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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)