We are extremely excited to present Dr. M.A. Jayashree’s classic Yoga Sutras course online for the first time ever! Jayashree has been teaching her Yoga Sutras course to thousands of students in Mysore for many years, and it is considered her specialty. Now you have an opportunity to take the full course with her from anywhere in the world!
The Yoga Sutras, attributed to the sage Patanjali, is a foundational text of classical yoga philosophy composed of 195 aphorisms, or sutras. The single most important text of Yoga Philosophy, it outlines the path of Ashtanga Yoga, often referred to as the “Eight-Limbed Path,” which serves as a comprehensive guide to spiritual liberation. The Sutras cover various aspects of yoga practice, including ethical principles (Yamas and Niyamas), physical posture (Asanas), breath control (Pranayama), sensory withdrawal (Pratyahara), concentration (Dharana), meditation (Dhyana), and ultimately, union with the divine (Samadhi). Through systematic discipline and self-awareness, practitioners aim to quiet the fluctuations of the mind and attain a state of inner peace and realization of the true self.
In this course, we will learn to chant each Sutra through the 'Sruti Parampara' call and response method, which is a traditional and effective method of pronunciation, remembering and understanding Sanskrit language and texts. The method is accessible to all, and is in itself a traditional and transformative yoga practice. Jayashree will work with each participant individually to ensure everyone gets a chance to practice chanting the sutras each week.
Each week, we will learn to chant roughly 5-10 slokas with Jayashree, followed by the word by word Sanskrit explanations of each one. In this way, learning the entire sutras over a period of 6 months, students have the ability to practice over a period of time and really digest the sound and meaning of each sutra before continuing to the next. In this way, we achieve a deep understanding of this foundational text over a 6-month period of the course.
This method of learning the Sanskrit texts of yoga with the explanations and translations of an experienced teacher is a time-tested, invaluable way of learning the core of yoga philosophy.
In addition to the live Zoom classes, the recordings of each class will be available to each student for 1 year after the course concludes, so that if you are unable to participate in the live Zoom sessions, you can follow the course at your own pace.
In addition to the live Zoom sessions, participants will also receive a link to view the recording of each class for practicing through the course. Each class session will be a minimum of 90 minutes.
COURSE SCHEDULE:
Classes will take place every Sunday at 6:30am USA Pacific time / 3:30pm Western Europe / 8pm India time from February - July 2024. Each session will be approximately 90 minutes. In this way we will cover the full Vibhuti and Kaivalya padas (Chapters 3 and 4).
About the instructor:
Jayashree is one of Mysore’s most well-known and beloved teachers. For many years she has offered her expertise for the greater peace of mind and happiness of all. Her wonderful teachings represent a unique opportunity for all yoga students (and teachers of yoga) to gain deeper insights into the wisdom and teachings of yoga.
Professor of Sanskrit and beloved chanting teacher in Mysore, Dr. M.A. Jayashree has been teaching all aspects of Sanskrit for the last 30 years. She holds a doctorate in Sanskrit from Bangalore University on the topic, "Concept of Mind in Indian Philosophy." She teaches using the traditional call-and-response style of ‘Sruti Parampara’, which dates back to Vedic times as the most direct and effective means of preserving and transferring the knowledge acquired by sages and scholars.
She has authored many books in the fields of Sanskrit, Ancient Sciences, Indian history, Indian culture and music. As a proponent of the 'Srutiparampara', method of teaching she has produced many audio recordings in the field of Sanskrit learning along with the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and Bhagavad Gita. Her material is designed as teaching aids to help people learn the chanting and memorization of the important Sanskrit texts of ancient Indian culture.
She has a large following of overseas students engaged in studies of ancient lore of India mainly Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Bhagavad Gita and the Sanskrit language.
She has presented a paper on a music topic at the 13th World Sanskrit Conference held at Edinburgh. She has been awarded as a ‘South East Asian scholar’ of merit by the American Academy of Religions, and to participate and present a paper in their Annual Meet Nov. 2008 in Chicago.
Investment:
$199 USD for complete 6-month program ( A minimum of 40 lessons / 100 hours of direct practice, explanation, instruction, and course materials that are yours to keep for 1 year after the course completes.)
Payment Plan Option:
6 payments of $50 / month totaling $300 (Payments may be made via Credit Card, Venmo, PayPal, or Wise). Please note that you will save $100 USD if you register for the full 6 months rather than paying month by month.
This is a deep education in traditional Yoga and a unique investment that you will carry with you for the rest of your life. If you can’t join the live Zoom sessions each week, don’t worry! The recordings of every class will be emailed to you each week, and they are yours to keep for 1 year after the course finishes.
We have a limited number of scholarships available for sincere students who have difficulty to pay the full price and citizens of India, please contact Joey on WhatsApp at +1 4058239919 to request a scholarship price. We believe these teachings should be accessible to everyone.
100 Yoga Alliance Approved Continuing Education Credits for Yoga Teachers
Yoga teachers may claim 100 hours of CE continuing Education credits with Yoga Alliance upon completion of this course. We will send a certificate of completion to students who complete the full course.
Ready to join? Please don’t hesitate- (we have to limit the number of students so that each student has an opportunity to chant each week.)
