Join David Triptow for a morning workshop as we explore a class inspired by the material, metaphors, and the practical magic of Katonah Yoga. We will begin by discussing the foundational theory and material of Katonah Yoga, primarily focusing on its incorporation of the Chinese Lo Shui Magic Square. We will then use that material to overlay the metaphor of the Body as a House to develop an understanding of the archetypal abode, three floors, nine rooms, and ten doors.  We will end the workshop incorporating the material by putting into a practice on the mat.  

Whether you’ve experienced some Katonah Yoga or if you are completely new to it, this session will leave you with plenty of information and insights for your practice. 

Katonah Yoga is a syncretic hatha yoga practice developed by Nevine Michaan over 40 years. She and her teachers incorporate classical Hatha yoga with Taoist principles, geometry, magic, mythology, metaphor, and imagination - in a practical framework designed to potentiate personal and communal well-being.

Framing the practice, maps of time and personal space are defined and refined. Themes using asana as origami, manipulating form for function and developing a sense of personal measures are incorporated in Katonah Yoga practices.

Katonah Yoga is organized around three principles of esoteric dialogue: 
-  all polarities are mediated by trinity;
 - the universe has pattern, pattern intelligence; 
- by virtue of repetition there is potential for insight. 
Disciplined techniques are organized for revelation through revolutions.