Canterbury, Kent
Canterbury has a long tradition of Yasohdhara Yoga, with classes being offered since 1989.
Teachers Carol Lucis and Jacqueline Summer now keep the tradition alive by offering Hidden Language Hatha Yoga classes both online and in Canterbury. You are welcome to join our satsangs held twice a month on Zoom (see below).
From time to time there are also special opportunities to attend a variety of Yasodhara Yoga workshops in Canterbury led by local teachers or visiting teachers from Yasodhara Ashram.
THERE IS A CHOICE BETWEEN ONLINE OR IN-PERSON CLASSES.
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Satsangs
Satsang is the time of gathering together in devotion and prayer. Join us for bhajans, mantras, meditations, inspirational readings and talks
Where: ONLINE :you can join a Zoom Satsang. They are great fun with people from many places gathering together – Click here for more details
When: Twice a month on and Friday mornings (10am) and Sunday evenings (7pm)
Cost: all welcome, no fee, donations welcomed for our Yoga charity that helps people to get to experience yoga at Yasodhara Ashram.
In Sanskrit, Sat = true, sanga = company, satsang is often translated as ‘in the company of the wise’
Classes
ONLINE Hidden Language of Hatha Yoga with Jacqueline – Zoom – Wednesdays & Fridays
Our bodies store the stories of our life and the ancient asanas hold stories of symbolic meaning. When we enter the sacred poses we bring both sets of stories into awareness. You will be guided through the process and make notes of your body and mind responses. The session will incorporate meditation, breath work and relaxation. There will be opportunities to share your discoveries and to decide how best to take this forward into your life.
When: 3rd Wednesday evening of each month 13th September, 18th October, 15th November, 13th December 2023.
18.00-19.30pm (GMT)
Same class is offered on 3rd Friday morning each month: 15th September, 20th October, 17th November, 15th December 2023.
10-11.30am (GMT)
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Where: Online, a link will be sent to you when you book. You need a yoga mat, notebook & pen and a quiet space.
Fee: £12/10/8 dependant on income. Payable by BACS, at least one day prior to class.
Contact: jacqueline.s@yasodharayoga.org or call 07939 066810
Workshops
Studio Session of Hidden Language Hatha Yoga: SACRED SPACE IN DAILY LIFE
Saturday, 30th September 2023
A reflective session of yoga which brings together the wisdom inherent in the poses with your own bodily wisdom to inform your daily life. Please bring a notebook & pen. Yoga mats available, or bring your own.
When: 10.30am -12.30
Where: Canterbury Yoga Studio, Highfield House, Summer Hill, Canterbury CT2 8NH
Fee: £20/15 dependant on income. Payable by BACS
Contact: jacqueline.s@yasodharayoga.org or 07939 066810
Please pay the full price if you can as then you will be supporting others through our charity.
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Yasodhara Yoga Teachers in Canterbury
Jacqueline Summer I first encountered Swami Radha’s teachings of yoga in 2003 at a Hidden Language Hatha Yoga class. I went on to train as a Yasodhara Yoga teacher, taking the Yoga Development Course and Hatha Teacher Training at Yasodhara Ashram in 2008 . I received teacher certification in Kundalini, Dream Yoga and Hidden Language Hatha Yoga in 2010. http://www.yasodhara.org/ I renewed my training in 2014, 2018 and 2023.
My background is in Social Work, Steiner teaching and Professional Storytelling. I have a BA Fine Art and taught art to adults for a number of years. I am a practicing professional artist https://www.jacquelinesummer.com/
I find Yasodhara Yoga to be a grounded and practical way of honouring the spiritual in everyday life. It is a source of inner strength, resilience and compassion.
Contact: Jacqueline Summer jacqueline.s@yasodharayoga.org 07939 066810 or 01227 732189
Carol Lucis Yasodhara yoga has been a prominent part of my life since 1994. I was impressed by the practical, life enriching tools that were offered to me in the classes. Yasodhara Yoga http://www.yasodhara.org/ has enhanced my life in every way. Swami Radha’s profound wisdom and compassion has formed the inspiration to make much needed changes to bring greater peace and joy into my life. I now offer others the opportunity to experience that same wisdom.
I completed initial training as a Yasodhara Yoga teacher in 1997 and returned to complete the Hidden Language, Dreams and Kundalini teacher training. Since then I have been returning regularly to the ashram to update and connect with others from all over the world. Extended stays in 2008 and again in 2015/16 helped me to deepen my yoga practice and commitment.
Carol will be teaching and offering Karma Yoga at Yasodhara Ashram from January to May 2020 and will be returning to Canterbury to resume classes in the early summer.
Contact: Carol Lucis carol.l@yasodharayoga.org 07595 669206
Recent Workshops/Retreats/Events
Dream Yoga Workshops – Most recent March 2023
What do our dreams mean? Discover your own unique language of the unconscious using the safe method developed by Swami Radha. Yoga spiritual practices, such as chanting and meditation assist the process.
Look out for new dates
Rough Common, Tea and Cakes with Carol – December 2019
Yasodhara Yoga Weekend with Swami Sukhananda – March 2019
The Tree of Life: A Hatha Yoga Hidden Language Workshop
My Body as a Temple
Thank you for the workshop on the weekend! I’ve come away breathing deeply again, and with more confidence about what I am able to do. There was so much to review in my writing I am making that my practice during this week off work. Karen