Zen Yoga Online Study Course - Fundamentals of Zen Yoga

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The Fundamentals of Zen Yoga

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*new course* Finding Balance: Crafting the Soul, Cultivating the Spirit

Fundamentals of Zen Yoga

This interactive course is comprised of 12 weekly E-Mail based lessons designed for anyone who seeks a little more structure and understanding in their quest for spiritual deepening and growth. It delves into the philosophy and practice behind Eastern holistic healing arts such as Tai Chi, Qigong, Zen and Yoga. The Fundamentals of Zen Yoga is a structured program enabling students to bring positive change into their lives immediately through the exploration and practice of breath, movement, meditation, mindfulness, healthy eating & lifestyle.

The Fundamentals of Zen Yoga Online Correspondence Course was written by Aaron Hoopes founder and creator of Zen Yoga. This highly interactive program lead by Elfeya Hoopes, allows for personal communication between the student and teacher, this high level of interaction provides training that is adjusted to the needs of each student.

While this course doesn't take up a lot of time, it does require some reading, active participation, self reflection and deeper thought in written responses to the lessons.

This course is a prerequisite for all Advanced Zen Yoga Programs and confers a certificate of completion

No experience necessary

Cost: $385 (Includes 2 Books, DVD, CD)

50% due with your application ($193), balance is due at the 4th week ($192). Payments via check, money order or PayPal.

Download application

or send check/money order with your application to Zen Yoga, 1152 North Rd., Vershire, VT 05079

Cancellation Policy: Due to the fact that you will receive a home study course, the deposit is non-refundable. If you pay the full amount 50% is refundable prior to the 4^th week. After the 4^th week the amount paid is not refundable, but may be used toward the Zen Yoga Certification Course within one year.

An installment plan is available. Email: or call (860)805-6551

The course is also a prerequisite for the Zen Yoga Instructor Level 1 Course.

Each student will be required to submit responses to a series of discussion questions and submit a final Self Mastery Project in order to successfully complete the course.

Course Outline:

WEEK	Title	Topics	Exercise/Practice
1	Introduction	What is Zen Yoga?	Questionnaire
2	Self-Examination	Diet, Exercise, Lifestyle	Expanding diet
3	Basic Principles	Chakras, The Tao, Yin/Yang, The 5 Elements, The 8 Limbs of Yoga	Postures & Complete Breath
4	Zen Energy	Qigong	Qigong, Patting & Rubbing
5	Breathing	The Art of Breathing	Drop & Cleanse
6	Movement & Stretching	Warm-up, Long Stretch	Zen Yoga Poses
7	Flow	Breathing into the Stretch, Balance	Statue, Breath Walking
8	Relaxation	Stress vs. Tension	Quietism
9	Meditation	Methods of Meditation	Sitting Meditation
10	Motivation & Routine	Self Training, Personal Practice	Training Sheet
11	Higher Self	Using the Heart as an Organ of Perception	Expanding the Heart Field
12	Conclusion	Spirituality, Creating Reality	Final Exam – Self-Mastery

Course Structure:

-Lessons - subjects are covered on a weekly basis

-Email Discussions - weekly interactive question and answer session

-Reading Assignments - Zen Yoga book, Breathe Smart + various articles & writings

-Active Participation Assignments - Exercises, projects, and writings

-Final Exam/Essay - In-depth reflection on self development and mastery

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The Fundamentals of Zen Yoga for Massage Therapists (4 CE Hours)

The Fundamentals of Zen Yoga for Massage Therapists is a special 4-week intensive Online Course for massage therapist to incorporate Zen Yoga into their practice. Participants will acquire the basic knowledge of Zen Yoga, including the principles of breathing, moving, stretching, relaxation and meditation. Understanding the concept of holistic (body, mind, spirit) health and fitness training enables the practitioner to more fully explore their own practice. By learning deep breathing and relaxation methods, the practitioner will be able to facilitate a deeper experience for their clients both on the massage table and off.

Course completion confers 4 CE Hours.

Certified with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB).

Cost: $85 (includes Book & DVD)

or send check/money order to Zen Yoga, 1152 North Rd., Vershire, VT 05079

Cancellation Policy: Due to the fact that you will receive a home study course only 50% of your payment is refundable prior to the 4^th week. After the 4^th week the amount paid is not refundable.

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Finding Balance: Crafting the Soul, Cultivating the Spirit

Deep within us is an impulse which, once sparked, drives us to seek out answers to sacred questions. Perhaps we feel dissatisfied by what we have achieved or compelled by a divine longing for something that will bring deeper meaning to our lives. Nature Shamanism is a practice to take you deeper inwards to discover the unique core that exists within your Being. It will assist you in reconnecting with the spirit and energy of the natural world and give yourself an opportunity to open your experience up to both the soul within you and the spirit of the universe. Too often in today’s busy world we are cut off from our connection to ourselves as well as the magic that exists within nature.

This 8-week course offers an opportunity to open a direct experience of union with Gaia by reestablishing a connection to the sacred spirit that dwells not only within the plants and animals, but in the earth, fire, winds and water of the natural world. The email-based lessons will challenge you to turn your attention towards the energy of nature that exists all around you and help you to see the world as a whole interconnected web of life. Discover why we as humans often feel a sense of balance and wholeness when we escape into the natural world of mountains, oceans, lakes, deserts and forests and re-connect with our true nature.

You will be shown simple techniques that will enable you to:

seek answers to problems
discover your life's purpose
connect with spirit, your spirit allies, animal guides or ancestors
move beyond outmoded paradigms
activate a transformation and renewal process
find truth, balance and peace

There is something about being alone in the wilderness that brings us closer and more aware of the sacredness of our Being and our relation to the universe. All of creation, the seen and the unseen, are all related.

While this course doesn't take up a lot of time, it does require some reading, active participation, self reflection and deeper thought in written responses to the lessons.

Course Outline

Week 1 – Exploring Soul & Spirit

Soul work is concerned with our relationship to our self. It is about turning our attention inward and discovering that part of ourselves which never sees the light of day. Spirit work is concerned with turning our attention outward and seeing the light and energy that exists within all things. This lesson will expand our understanding of the difference between Soul and Spirit and help us with life's challenges.

Week 2 – Heart-Based Perception: Communication with Nature

Learning to use the heart as an organ of perception opens a vast expanse of new and wonderful experiences. Communing with the natural world allows us to remember things long forgotten. This lesson introduces nature-based interaction using the senses and discovering allies in the plants and animals..

Week 3 – Honoring Earth, Sky and the Four Directions

As humans we often feel as if we are the center of the universe. This lesson puts things in perspective and gives us an opportunity to show gratitude for the whole world as we realize our true place and give thanks to the spirit of creation.

Week 4 – Ceremony & Ritual

Ceremonies and rituals are a method for connecting to the spirit of creation. They bring an authenticity to our lives that goes much deeper than the surface walking we do in the busy hectic world. This lesson will introduce simple practices that can have a profound effect on you and your life.

Week 5 – Sacred Realms

Many people in the world today have become entangled in their busy hectic lives that they have forgotten all knowledge of the sacred world. This lesson introduces methods for entering the sacred realms and learning to interact with honor and reverence for the elemental forces found there.

Week 6 – The Taoist Path

Taoism is a 5,000 year old tradition. It is based on living in harmony with the natural world and uncovering the connection we have with all things. The Taoist Path is focused on the internal spiritual unfolding of the individual as he/she comes to an understanding of the forces of balance (yin/yang) and energy (qi) that govern all of creation.

Week 7 – Xing & Yi: Emotional Mind & Wisdom Mind

Xin, the emotional mind, is quick and agile. Yi, the wisdom mind, is calm and clear. This lesson will introduce methods for bringing them into harmony with each other and activate a transformational healing process.

Week 8 – Sacred Journey: Connecting the Inner and Outer Realms

While soul and spirit can be seen as two different things they are actually opposite sides of the same coin. It is in the realization of this that we can truly embody our selves and understand our purpose in this life.

COST: $195

download application

or send check/money order to Zen Yoga, 1152 North Rd., Vershire, VT 05079

Cancellation Policy: Due to the fact that you will receive a home study course only 50% of your payment is refundable prior to the 4^th week. After the 4^th week the amount paid is not refundable.

An installment plan is available. Email: or call (860)805-6551

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