Kia Naddermier

Yoga Bhāvanā – The Art of Cultivation

In her teaching, Kia weaves Aṣṭāṅga Yoga with classical Prāṇayāma and Buddha Dharma into an integrated, embodied approach to practice called Yoga Bhāvanā. It is a heartfelt invitation to approach Yoga as a Journey of Becoming. Over our weekend we will build powerful tools and lasting resources to grow our practice as a path to wholeness, compassion and being of benefit to the world.

« Yoga Bhāvanā invites our entire human experience onto the path: body, breath, heart, mind and relationship. Each domain matures through its own teachings and practices, yet held as one integrated whole.” – Kia Naddermier

We will approach these transformative teachings with an open mindset, enabling us to inform and inspire our practice regardless of current experience.
This workshop welcomes all interested practitioners and teachers.
Kia will be assisted in all classes by Arminda Marrero.

Kia Naddermier has been a devoted practitioner for more than 30 years. She is the founder of Mysore Yoga Paris – a global yoga community dedicated to Yoga Bhāvanā, a wholistic approach to practice. Kia’s teachings integrate her profound knowledge of the philosophy and practice of all aspects of yoga – Āsana, subtle and physical Anatomy, Meditation, Kriyas, Prāṇayāma. She is one of the first and very few Prāṇayāma teachers certified at the highest level within the Kaivalyadham lineage. Being a dedicated Dharma practitioner and a certified Mindfulness Mentor, her teachings draw extensively from both Yogic and Tibetan Buddhist traditions.
Kia teaches with authenticity, clarity and generosity, making ancient practices relevant in our daily lives as a means for spiritual growth and inner healing. Her deep love and years of dedication to all aspects of yoga shine through in her insightful and compassionate teaching. Practitioners return year after year to benefit from the continuous evolution of her research, practice and teaching.
She is the co-creator of the much appreciated podcast Mysore Yoga Paris – Closer Together offering free practice resources available for all.
Watch: An interview with Kia at Purple Valley

PROGRAM

Āsana Bhāvanā – An Embodied Approach to Aṣṭāṅga Yoga
Friday & Saturday morning (3hrs)

These dynamic master classes weave together somatic inquiry, theory, biomechanics and Aṣṭāṅga practice into a single, integrated arc of study and experience. Each day we move through key elements of the series with an explorative mindset – examining universal movement principles and energetic actions that support an attuned practice rooted in yogic principles. You will also be introduced to Kāya Bhāvanā, Kia’s unique somatic preparatory sequences, that offer a powerful ground for your Āsana practice to unfold with integrity, ease and clarity. These in-depth sessions will open up new dimensions that will continue to inspire your practice long after the workshop concludes.

Meditation & Mysore Practice
Sunday & Monday morning (3hrs)

We open our mornings together with Mindfulness Meditation, cultivating deep awareness aligning body, breath, heart and mind. Kia will guide us through the beginning of practice to set a common intention before continuing with Mysore Style at our own rhythm. This is a wonderful opportunity to fully anchor the teachings from the previous days in your personal practice, while receiving individual guidance from Kia & Armi to further deepen your experience.
All levels welcome but you need to be able to practice Mysore Style Self-Practice.

Prāṇa & Cittā Bhāvanā – The Cultivation of Breath and Wisdom of Heart
Friday & Saturday Afternoon (2hrs)

Dedicated to reflections around the Buddha Dharma and practices of Prānayāma – these lovingly crafted sessions establish a home ground within our subtle body from where transformation can take place. New students are mindfully introduced to classical Prānayāma in the lineage of Kaivalyadham, whilst those with more experience refine and expand their practice and understanding.

Centring and Satsaṅg
Sunday afternoon (2hrs)

This last afternoon session of our immersion, we gather around a centring reflection as well as offer space for Satsaṅg – discussion and inquiries around the practices and teachings of yoga. What happens now? How can we expand the teachings into our daily life?

Equipment – each practitioner will need:

•  2 Brick Blocks
•  1 Adjustable Yoga Belt

SCHEDULE

NB: This is an organic process which is why we are intentionally giving +/- 15 mins flexibility in terms of finishing time for all sessions, thank you for accommodating this in your planning.

Don’t hesitate to contact Arminda for any inquiries: armindele@gmail.com