Charles MacInerney has practiced Yoga and Pranayama for 50 years and teaching Pranayama for 30 years. In 1989, he founded Expanding Paradigms through which he began teaching yoga full time, publishing a newsletter, and presenting at Regional, National and International Conferences. In addition to his regular public yoga classes, Charles has extensive experience integrating yoga and pranayama into hospitals, corporations, universities, and government agencies. Charles is the founder of www.yogateacher.com and has written articles for a variety of magazines including the Yoga Journal, and has written and contributed to several books on yoga. He offers workshops at yoga studios around the country, and since 1992, he has been leading retreats around the world. Charles is co-founder and instructor with the Living Yoga Teacher Training Program and co-founder of the Texas Yoga Retreat. He is the author of Toxic Goals, Flow, and the Pursuit of Excellence, which applies yoga philosophy to the art of setting and achieving goals.
Saturday 7:00–8:30am
Walking Meditation
Discover the serenity of the Austin Hill Country during our early morning walking meditation. Begin by exploring the ashram’s grounds, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature and wildlife. Then, ascend to a breathtaking scenic overlook just in time to witness the sunrise casting its warm glow over the temple and fountains. Guided by the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, this meditation experience will lead you towards inner peace, harmony, and heightened awareness. Embrace the journey within as you delve into mindfulness, finding stillness and serenity in the beauty of the present moment.
Audience Level: All
Intensity: Moderate
10% Lecture, 90% Walking + Meditation + Pranayama
Sunday 9:30-10:45am
Moving Beyond Pranayama
Join us for a dynamic workshop to experience the power of pranayama (breath control) and explore what lies beyond. This session is great for practitioners looking to deepen their practice with a mix of traditional and innovative breathing techniques to improve skills and everyday breathing. What You’ll Experience: Practice classic pranayama methods like Breath of Fire and Alternate Nostril Breathing to fine-tune your breath control. Learn how to utilize Wim Hof breathing techniques safely approach advanced practices like Antar and Bahya Kumbhaka (breath retention). Learn to improve your natural “tidal breath” for better daily respiratory health and energy. Go beyond structured techniques to explore the complex and fractal nature of your true breath, connecting deeply with yourself. This
workshop is perfect for yoga practitioners wanting to advance their pranayama skills, safely learn advanced breathing techniques, build a lasting pranayama practice and discover the full potential of your breath!
30% Lecture, 5% Asana, 5% Meditation, 60% Pranayama