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JIVAMUKTI

जीवन्मुक्ति

Jivamukti is an integrative yoga method that combines elements from different traditions. Asana is generally practiced in vinyasa style – linking movement, breath and intention. Yoga philosophy and devotional aspects are skillfully woven into each practice. 

 

Céline has been studying Jivamukti yoga since 2006 under the guidance of the founders Sharon Gannon and David Life, as well as senior teachers such as Yogeswari, Lady Ruth, Patrick Broome and Gabriela Bozic. Initially attracted by the vigorous asana practice, Céline then learned to deeply appreciate the focus on bhakti (devotion), non-violence and compassion towards all beings and the worldwide community of like-minded practicioners (satsang). 

Nahaufnahme einer älteren Frau, die traditionelle indische Kleidung trägt, Schmuck hält und auf einem geblümten Kissen sitzt, umgeben von gefallenen Blättern.

  • भक्ति Bhakti

    devotion

    The re-awakening of unconditional love in one’s heart through the realization that one is part and parcel of the divine, the yearning to re-connect with one’s essence and offer all activities to that divine and the greater whole. In a yoga class bhakti may be practiced by reading from sacred texts, chanting the names of divinity and by offering all efforts to something or someone greater. 

  • नाद nada

    sound

    Everything in the world vibrates. Vibration is sound. By chanting specific sound vibrations such as the primordial sound OM one can alternate or elevate the frequency in and around oneself. Nada yoga is conscious working with sound vibrations, deep listening to specific sounds, the sound of the breath, and eventually the sound of silence. 

  • अहिंसा AHIMSA

    non-violence

    As an embodied being it is impossible to not cause harm. Ahimsa is the practice of minimizing the harm one causes through thoughts, words and actions. It’s not only about reducing suffering, but about doing everything possible to uplift the life of others. Ahimsa maybe practiced in a class by chanting peace mantras, offering one’s practice to the well-being of all, by consciously cultivating thoughts that nourish tolerance, kindness and compassion in one’s heart and by taking the shape of different forms of life in asana. This practice doesn’t stop on the mat, but translates into our everyday actions and choices. 

  • ध्यान Dhyana

    meditation

    Meditation is not something you can do. What you can do are practices that help you focus and calm the mind. According to the author of the yoga sutras Patañjali, yoga is the stilling of the fluctuations of the mind. When the mind is still one can realize one’s true nature, which is eternal, full of knowledge and wisdom. There are many meditation practices. In a class, we mostly practice moving meditation in form of the vinyasa practice, seated meditation and mantra meditation. 

  • शास्त्र Shastra

    scripture

    Yoga is based on the ancient texts of the Vedas and the vast body of literature that comes from them. That knowledge is traditionally passed on from teacher to student in a lineage so that the essence of the teachings is maintained. We are fortunate to have access to the wisdom and realizations of those who walked the path before us. This can offer us so much guidance and insight for how to walk through the ups and downs of life with more peace, ease and faith. 

weekly Schedule

  • MONDAY

    18:30 – 20:00

    JIVAMUKTI OPEN
    @Svarupa Lorraine

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  • THURSDAY

    12:15 – 13:15

    JIVAMUKTI OPEN
    @Svarupa Lorraine

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  • FRIDAY

    09:00 – 10:30

    JIVAMUKTI OPEN
    @Svarupa Lorraine

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  • SATURDAY

    09:30 – 11:00

    ca. once per month
    @Svarupa Lorraine

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Class

Descriptions

  • A full spectrum class that is dynamic and vigorous and includes all five pillars of Jivamukti yoga. Open to all as modifications will be offered for the more complex and challenging forms. Body awareness and overall fitness are certainly helpful. It is recommended to visit some basic classes before or parallel to the open classes to get a better understanding of the fundamentals. 

  • A fun and dynamic weekend class at Svarupa taught by different teachers.

  • While also dynamic this class is a little more slow than an open class, and offers time to explore some of the fundamental poses and sequences in more depth. The focus is generally on a specific group of asanas.

  • Here you learn all the fundamental asanas from scratch, explore different options, work with props, learn proper breathing techniques and how to put breath and movement together into a flow. Currently offered in a workshop format. For upcoming dates check workshops.

  • Gentle movements, breathing techniques, meditation, chanting, restorative asanas and guided relaxation.

List is from more challenging to more basic

You cannot do Yoga.
Yoga is your natural state. What you can do are Yoga exercises, which may reveal to you where you are resisting your natural state.

Sharon Gannon