Tantric or Modern?

The chakra system (aka cakra) is one of the most misunderstood of all yogic wisdom. From the pronunciation to the associated colours, imagery and descriptive nature of the chakras, much of what we love isn't traditional. The ancient teachings of the chakras are very different to the teachings of modern yoga.

In this course explore the tantric teachings of the chakras and how to infuse the modern yoga you love with the nuanced depth of the ancient teachings.

14+ Chakra System

This course is a balanced blend of theory, philosophy, practical exploration and embodied movement. We'll trace the origins of the chakras back to their tantric beginnings through source texts, imagery and artefacts. Learn about the different chakra models including the 14 charka system.

Experience through practice why the source teachings recommend beginning with ajña chakra, the third eye. Learn about the Bindu chakra, my personal favourite, the seat of past karma and our immortal nectar.  

Emotions of Being

The connection of different emotional and physiological states with the chakras is a very modern evolution and although impactful they're not traditional. In modern yoga, we are taught that svādhiṣṭhāna chakra is connected with sensuality, sexuality and creativity, whereas in Tantra svādhiṣṭhāna chakra is in fact the seat of the true self.  Svā being self and adhiṣṭhāna being the seat of. This unlocks a completely different experience when we learn to anchor into svādhiṣṭhāna as our true self & our unchanging eternal essence. We'll unearth and embody these alternative interpretations.

Imagery & Symbolism

I love the symbolism of the 7 chakras as a rainbow of healing energy within. But did you know that the rainbow association only came about in the 1970s? The older imagery is a rich tapestry of symbolism. Mūlādhāra is traditionally represented by a deep red lotus flower, on each petal is a Sanskrit letter written in gold, and inside of the lotus is a yellow square which sits on top of an elephant representing strength and solidity. On top of the elephant is an inverted red triangle. Within the triangle is the symbol of a 'liṅga' around which wraps the kuṇḍalinī serpent. On top of the inverted triangle is the bīja mantra lam, Brahmā or Gaṇeśa sit at the top alongside the goddess ḍākinī.  

Sanskrit & Chanting

Notice the dots & dashes over the Sanskrit words? These are called diacritics and they make all the difference when it comes to the pronunciation of the chakra names, the bīja mantras (seed sounds) and chanting. Sanskrit is a sacred language of sound vibration, in the vibration of the words reside the energy activation, healing and felt sense of the meaning. Chanting the Sanskrit names of the chakras and feeling their vibration is a foundational practice in tantric yoga. The long lines in Mūlādhāra, means these letters last double the length, chanting with this pronunciation slows you down and brings you into the essence of mūlādhāra. Learn basic Sanskrit prounication, chanting and mantra. 

Kshetrams & Nyāśa

Experience the chakras through, Nyāśa, the metaphorical placement of mantras and deities in meditation/chanting to stimulate and awaken aspects of the subtle energy body.

Explore the Chakra Kshetrams as a way to channel energy and awareness into the subtlest realms of energy through āsana, meditation, prāṇāyāma and chanting. 

Experience 5 tantric chakra practices, Viparita Karani, Cakra Anusandhāna, Nāda Sanchalāna, Shabda Sanchalāna, Prāna Ahut plus many more. Learn to interweave these into your personal yoga and your teaching practice (if you teach!).

Devis and Devatas

Learn how each chakra is associated with a pair of specific deities (gods and goddesses) and the values that they embody - the Karana-devatās. Connect with the associated Yogini Goddesses who dwell within the śakti energy ready to be awakened. 

Learn about and experience through meditation, the two psychic pathways of Arohan & Awarohan

Guṇas & Granthis 

Learn about the Granthis, energetic knots and their connection to Brahmā, Viṣṇu and Shiva and how to evolve beyond these karmic obstacles. Explore the guṇas and their connection to the nervous system and 3 of the chakras.

Consider the teachings of Karma, Dharma, and Oneness as they relate to the corresponding chakras. 

Live or Replay

I love to share my courses live on Zoom so that we can be in the same energy together but all sessions will be recorded so you can participate in the course any time/day that suits you or repeat the classes with lifetime access to the recordings!

We have 1 x 90 min workshop / month
and 1 x 20 min Energy Activation session / month with chanting & meditation.