Accessing Spirit: Introduction to Kripalu Yoga with Lori Batcheller

Explore the three stages of Kripalu Yoga: hatha yoga poses with a focus on alignment and coordination of body and breath; longer meditative holding of postures; and “meditation in motion.”

The practice of Kripalu Yoga, which uses the body as a vehicle for accessing Spirit, can have profound effects on the mind, emotions, and physical body. In this experiential workshop, we will explore the three stages of Kripalu Yoga: hatha yoga poses with a focus on alignment and coordination of body and breath; longer meditative holding of postures; and “meditation in motion.” As we allow sensations, thoughts, and emotions to be safely experienced with compassion and tenderness, we will dissolve blocks and release healing life-force energy; establish an intimate and nurturing relationship with our bodies; and tap into our own inner knowing. Our bodies then become the temple in which we invoke the presence of the Divine. This workshop is suitable for both new and experienced students.

Lori Batcheller, MA, MPT, CYT-500, is a certified professional-level Kripalu Yoga teacher, author, journal-writing instructor, and senior editor for Shambhala Mountain Center. She began practicing yoga in 1998 and spent four years working and studying with world-renowned teachers at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. She is on the Guest Yoga and R&R teams at Kripalu Center and teaches group and private yoga classes in Boulder, Colorado. Lori’s compassionate style of teaching is flavored with her experience as a physical therapist and her own journey of psychospiritual transformation. Her books include the forthcoming Real Yoga for Real People: 10 Ancient Secrets to Making Any Practice Your Own, with Mark Whitwell.

Extend Your Stay. We are offering a 25% housing discount for additional nights. Come early and relax before your program starts or stay an extra day or more after this program to savor your retreat experience.

Please arrive between 2 and 3pm on Friday. Program ends at 1:30pm on Sunday. View Detailed Program Information.