Cooling the Mind with Forward Extensions

an afternoon study of forward bends with Anneke Faas

In this workshop we will work on standing forward bends, sitting poses and forward extension in sitting poses. Forward bends bring extension to the spine and remove fatigue caused by other asanas, they tone the nervous system. Quieting the brain, cooling and soothing the body-mind complex are hallmarks of a forward bend practice.

Knowing the correct way of sitting and different movements of the knees, the forward extension becomes easier. Come discover how to bring the quiet back brain to your practice of these rich, calming asanas.

This workshop is open to Level 1 and 2 students with minimum of 6 months study of Iyengar Yoga – an important workshop for those level 1 students who want to “Step It Up” to Level 2 classes.

About the Instructor:

Anneke Faas is a certified Iyengar yoga instructor at the Intermediate Junior I level. She was inspired by the precision and genius of Mr. Iyengar’s teaching at the age of 14, and started her teacher training in 2002. Since then, Anneke has had two sons. She is especially drawn to working with mothers, helping to reduce the stress and tensions of everyday life. She has specialized training in pre-natal yoga.  Anneke recently relocated to the Bay Area from Santa Fe, New Mexico where she owned her own studio. Visit her website at  www.annekefaas.com.