Yoga Yoga is thrilled to welcome Paul and Suzee Grilley for a weekend devoted to the Anatomy of Yoga! Paul is a world renowned teacher of the uniqueness of individual physical anatomy as well as the subtle anatomy that we learn to work with in meditation practice. Paul and Suzee teach a Yin Yoga practice that helps to open the physical and energetic pathways of the body and balance our more active yoga practices.

Paul and Suzee speak equally to beginner students and long time teachers. Don’t miss this opportunity to add valuable information and experiential practice to your yoga toolbox!

Introduction and Led Practice
Friday, January 15, 6:30 - 8:30pm
In this two hour introduction, learn the basic theory of Yin Yoga, and enjoy a led practice with Paul and Suzee. A brief introduction to the subtle anatomy of the Chakras will be given before a group meditation. Preferential attendance will be given to participants enrolled in the full weekend or the Saturday and Sunday Intensives.
Cost: $35 ($45 after December 1)
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Yoga Anatomy: Yin Yoga Theory and Practice
Saturday, January 16, 12:30 - 5:30pm
The Yin Yoga practice is a practice of long held floor postures that emphasize the connective tissues of the hips, thighs, pelvis and lower spine. The Yin practice is a powerful complement to your more active yoga practice and prepares the body and mind for seated meditation practices. By drawing your awareness away from the muscles and deeper into the bones, a deep level of relaxed focus is achieved. In this intensive, experience the postures in your own body, learn about the skeletal system as it relates to Yin yoga, the tissues of the body, and the deep physical and emotional benefits of this quiet practice. This intensive is recommended for teachers and all students who want to learn from one of the national experts in Yoga Anatomy and Kinesiology!
Cost: $95 ($115 after December 1)
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Yoga Anatomy: The Chakras
Sunday, January 17, 12:30 - 5:30pm
Prana (or chi) is the energy that animates the body, the Nadis (or meridians) are the channels in which this energy flows, and the Chakras are the centers that control the flow. The fundamental premise of Hatha Yoga, Tantra and Taoism is that the Yogi needs to learn to control these energies to calm the mind and reveal the Self. In this clinic, learn the basic anatomy of these energy centers and their effect on the mind, breath and emotions. Simple breath techniques (pranayama), meditations and mantra will be explored as tools for working with this system.
Cost: $95 ($115 after December 1)
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Take the entire Yoga and Anatomy Weekend for $245 ($295 after December 1)
To register click here or call (512)358-1200

Paul Grilley has been teaching yoga since 1980 with a special interest in anatomy and kinesilogy. He is the author of Yin Yoga and has created 3 DVDs -- Yin Yoga, Anatomy for Yoga and Chakra Theory and Meditation. He practices yoga postures in the style of Paulie Zink and patterns his philosophy on the writings and research of Dr. Hiroshi Motoyama, an accomplished Yogi and scientist from Tokyo, Japan. This philosophy integrates the Taoist Meridian and Acupuncture theories of China with the Yogic and Tantric theories of India. Paul's work with Dr. Motoyama has earned him an honorary doctorate.

Suzee Grilley has been a student of yoga since 1980 and has studied Ashtanga Yoga (with Pattabhi Jois), Iyengar Yoga, Integral Yoga and Hatha Yoga with Dharma Mittra. She is a former member of the Nikolais Dance Theater and is currently a choreographer, performer and director of the DanceSpace in Ashland, Oregon. The slow, healing style of Yin Yoga has prolonged her career in dance and aided her practice of meditation.

What students said about last year's classes with Paul Grilley:

This was an exceptionally useful weekend for me as a student. The information was validating and helpful in explaining some of the struggles I have in my practice. Also, the idea of why Yin yoga should be integrated into my home practice was made evident. The practice itself was calming and did leave me feeling light and happy. - Diana

Paul is a fabulous teacher. His humor & extensive knowledge kept me totally engaged. I learned so much! Thank you YogaYoga for bringing such a gifted teacher to Austin. - Linda

Really enjoyed the focus on anatomy that Paul Grilley has, but more than that were the reminders to trust your experience and teach from that, to be true to yourself. - Paul

I’ve re-experienced the yoga I fell in love with! This experience was life-affirming for me and I’m excited and inspired to take what I’ve learned to others. Thank you! - Erin

Paul Grilley is an excellent teacher and presenter....funny, very informative, and to the point. Great class!

Not only did I feel an immediate release of pain and tension that I have had in my low back for 10 years (really, I am amazed at how my back feels), but I feel totally empowered to listen to my own instincts and create a practice that is right for me.

The weekend with Paul Grilley was excellent! I learned a lot of new information on chakras and meridians, and gained knowledge on how to improve the way I practice asana (more functional, less aesthetic). - Sergio

This weekend was remarkably informative and enlightening. I believe that the knowledge that I gained from this experience will benefit myself and my students in many ways. - Kathy

It was so informative in a casual, funny, non-threatening way - Paul is a born teacher, able to present info in an easy-to-understand and use way - Mary