2024 YOGA RESET: LEARN TO HONOUR YOGA'S ROOTS

Is yoga on your new year resolutions list for 2024?

Here's where you get started. Discover the true essence of yoga this year with Nikita Desai, an English Indian yoga teacher, and TikTok influencer dedicated to preserving the authenticity of yoga and unraveling the misconceptions surrounding this ancient practice.

You might already know that your everyday yoga class is very different from the practice that was created 2,000 years ago. Consider the way yoga is marketed today—a physical practice taught by predominantly white, able-bodied teachers who focus on advanced asanas (poses).

Over the years, yoga has been heavily distorted, appropriated, and shaped into a form of exercise focused on aesthetics. This narrow representation doesn't capture yoga in its entirety, making the practice inaccessible to many and taking away from the true essence of its culture.

This workshop blends learning with movement to go beyond the physical and highlight the multifaceted nature of this practice.

Nikita will speak about the history and ancient roots of yoga, drawing from her own journey and shedding light on the importance of decolonization. Then, we'll use asana and pranayama (breath work) to create space within the mind, body, and spirit, and release stuck emotions. This slow flow is beginner-friendly and designed for all levels.

To shift the narrative, we have to start learning and referencing the roots of yoga. We have to honor its traditions. This is a responsibility we have as students and teachers.

Join Nikita in this integrated workshop that not only introduces you to the foundations of yoga but also advocates for a more inclusive and authentic approach to this ancient practice. It will be her frist in person event this year and can be booked via Samya Yoga’s website.

Start 2024 with a renewed understanding of yoga that respects its roots and embraces the diverse voices that contribute to its rich tapestry.

Please note: This workshop can be booked in-person or online.