Recent Events
September 99
John was a guest presenter at the Second Southwest Yoga Conference - "Yoga in Action" hosted this September 1999 in Austin, TX. Here, John introduced the Vinyasa krama yoga system, the method of the late Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya of Madras. John also assisted his Ayurvedacharya, Dr. Robert Svoboda, during the Preconference: Day of Ayurveda.
April 99
Vinyasakrama
Yoga Intensive
Facilitated by John Coon,
Director, The Yoga Center of Houston
| In a unique teaching capacity Vinyasakrama
yoga master, Srivatsa Ramaswami, will conduct a two day practicum addressing the asanas,
principle movements, and breath emphasis that characterize this ancient, remarkable system
of Yoga Practice. His keen insight into the Vinayasa Lineage stems from his 31 year tutelage at the feet of his peerless Guru, the late Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya of Madras. Class will begin on Saturday morning with sequenced posture and breath linkage. We will then continue by exploring this practice under the watchful eye of Srivatsa Ramaswami. Continuing our investigation on Sunday, we will examine the effects of the vinyasas (asana sequences) theoretically and experientially employing body, breath, and mind. Dates 8:45AM-11:45AM (lunch break) AND 3PM-5PM each day Location Cost Pre-registrations will close on April 6 ! Bring Call Call to reserve your space. Please reserve early as space is limited! |
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October 98
Vinyasa !
Austin Yoga Intensive
Facilitated by John Coon,
Director, The Yoga Center of Houston
Tonya Riley (512) 266-1202 for registration
| John Coon brings a wealth of traditions to
The Yoga Center of Houston, which he opened in 1987. His formal practice of Yoga began at
17. After lengthy study of the Vinyasakrama system with Sri Srivatsa Ramaswami ,
Yogacharya Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya’s senior student, in India, he teaches
thirteen classes a week, from beginning to advanced Hatha Yoga including instruction in
yogic hygiene techniques, diet, yoga therapeutics and Ayurveda. This beginning and intermediate level workshop will be offered in portions for those interested in a particular aspect of study.....and as a cumulative curriculum for students wishing to attend all sessions. Class will begin on Saturday morning with some traditional explanation of the basics unique to the Vinyasakrama system of sequenced posture and breath linkage. We will then continue by exploring these concepts in practice. Continuing our investigation on Sunday, we will examine the effects of the vinyasas (asana sequences) theoretically and experientially employing body, breath, and mind. Dates Sunday, October 11 Location Cost Pre-registrations will close on October 7th ! Bring Call
Call to reserve your space. Please reserve early as space is limited! |
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May 1998
Vinyasakrama Yoga Intensive
with Srivatsa Ramaswami
In a very special teaching capacity Vinyasakrama Yoga Master, Srivatsa Ramaswami, will conduct a 2 1/2 day practicum here in Austin addressing the asanas, principle movements and breathing emphasis unique to this ancient, remarkable system of yoga practice.
His keen insight into Vinyasakrama stems from his 31 year tutelage at the feet of his peerless Guru, the late Sri T. Krishnamacharya of Madras.
Due to high demand and limited space, registration for this intensive will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis.
Those pre-registered for all classes pay only $155.
INTENSIVE HOURS AND LOCATIONS
MAY 22 FRIDAY 6:00PM-8:00PM YOGA-YOGA
TUITION: $25
MAY 23 SATURDAY 9:00AM-12:00PM (lunch break)
4:00PM-7:00PM
MAY 24 SUNDAY 9:00AM-12:00PM (lunch break)
4:00PM-7:00PM
TUITION FOR SAT. AND SUN. : $150
In Austin, please call Tonya Riley at (512) 266-1202 to pre-register.
In Houston please call the Yoga Center at (713) 524-4572.
Checks made payable to The Yoga Center of Houston.
April 1998
During the month of April the Yoga Center will offer classes in the Vinyasakrama method of Krishnamacharya. The curriculum will be conducted by Srivatsa Ramaswami, senior student (31 years) of Sri Krishnamacharya and one of Director John Coon's most influencial teachers.
All classes from April 1st through April 30 will be
conducted by Ramaswamiji. Yoga Center members (previously enrolled as full-time students)
will pay the normal monthly tuition of $85 for the entire month of April. Non-members
attending classes for April only must pay a tuition of $125.
In addition, drop-ins for April will be $15 rather than $12.
The classes seminars will cover:
 | Study of some important asanas with a variety of vinyasas, based on the teaching of Yogacharya Pandit T.Krishnamacharya to Srivatsa Ramaswami. |
| Proper use of breath in the practice of asanas based on the yoga sutras. |
| Yogic breathing exercises and chanting. |
| Overview of therapeutic applications of yoga. |
| Reading from yoga of Patanjali on Antharanga Sadhana |
Special Austin Teachings
In a very special teaching capacity, Srivatsa Ramaswami will conduct two full days of Vinyasakrama at the Park Place Holistic Center at 1426 B Toomey Road. The dates of this very special opportunity for Yoga study will be Saturday April 4 (from 9 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 7 PM) Sunday April 5(from 9 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 7 PM). Tuition for the entire workshop will be $150. One day only $75... and 1/2 day $50.
In Austin, please contact Tonya Riley at (512) 266-1202
or Bhagirit Crow at (512) 389-2993 or Daphne Leigh at (512) 462-2731 regarding
pre-registration.
In Houston, please call The Yoga Center at (713) 524-4572.
Checks made payable to The Yoga Center of Houston.
July 1997
| Weekly yoga classes. |
| Yoga Center director, John Coon, accompanied Ayurvedic Physician Robert Svoboda to the Ayurvedic Rejuvenation conference held July 17-20 at The Himalayan Institute in Pennsylvania. |
June 1997
| Weekly yoga classes. | ||||
| See a yoga class taught by Yoga Center director, John
Coon, on Access Houston - Warner cable channel 17 - on
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| June 13, 14, 15. Body Prayers Yoga Intensive in Austin, TX with John Coon, Yoga Center Director. Classes will focus on applications of FIVE SHEATH THEORY (from Taitteriya Upanishad) in Asana practice. Cost $125. | ||||
| June 27 & 28. "Love, Compassion and Understanding: Toward a New Century of Dialogue and Peace." Teachings from the Ancient Bön Tradition by His Holiness Lungtok Tenpa'i Nyima, Head Lineage Master of the Bön Religion. 10:30AM-6PM. Cost $100. At The Yoga Center of Houston. |
May 1997
| Weekly yoga classes. | ||||||||||||||
| Alive&Well Practicum | ||||||||||||||
| May 24 "From Death to Birth: Understanding Karma and Reincarnation". Pandit Rajmani Tigunait from the Himalayan Institute. Cost $129. ($90 for Yoga Center members) | ||||||||||||||
| See a yoga class taught by Yoga Center director, John
Coon, on Access Houston - cable channel 17 - on
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March 1997
| Weekly yoga classes | ||
| Alive&Well Practicums | ||
| See a yoga class taught by Yoga Center director, John
Coon, on Access Houston - cable channel 17 - on
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April 1997
| Weekly yoga classes | ||||
| Alive&Well Practicums | ||||
| Dr. Robert Svoboda, Ayurvedic Physician, will be giving private consultations April 9 and 10. Please call to reserve your appointment. | ||||
| Karuna Mayi Ma will give darshan and talk at the Yoga Center. April 12 7-9PM. Call for details. | ||||
| See a yoga class taught by Yoga Center director, John
Coon, on Access Houston - cable channel 17 - on
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February 1997
| Weekly yoga classes | ||||||||||
| Alive&Well Practicums | ||||||||||
| Meditation Enhancement. Friday February
14 6-8PM at The Yoga Center. Cost is $25.
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| February 7, 8, 9 Tibetan Yoga Weekend Intensive from the oral tradition "Zhang-Zhung snyan-rgyud". Explore the yoga methods sacred to the Bön Tradition, Tibet's indigenous religion. Tuition for the practicum on Saturday and Sunday is $75 per person for both days. Friday is free. |
January 1997
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Alive&Well Practicums |
| January 17, 18, 19 Body Prayers Yoga Retreat at Margaret Austin Center. Cost $235 ($20 discount if preregistered by January 1). |
December 1996
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Alive&Well Practicums |
| Saturday December 21 10:15-12:30PM Ayurvedic Secrets to Enhance Daily Life with Dr. Robert Svoboda. $25 Tuition. Please bring note taking materials. |
November 1996
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Alive&Well Practicums |
| Tibetan Fire Pujas |
October 1996
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Alive&Well Practicums |
September 1996
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Alive&Well Practicums |
| Thursday September 26 Mantra Japa Satsang |
August 1996
| Weekly yoga classes |
| Saturday August 17 Jala Neti Kriya Workshop |
| Saturday August 31 Massage Workshop |
Jala Neti Kriya Workshop
August 17 Saturday Morning 10:30-12:30PM. This workshop will detail the correct use of the neti loti (the neti pot) in daily care of the sinus membranes…and how this kriya safeguards the active and passive systems which influence all psycho/physiological processes. The tuition ($60) for this workshop includes the cost of a neti pot of either copper or stainless steel. Please register early.
Massage Workshop and Composition of Ayurvedic Massage Oils
Saturday August 31 10:30AM-4:30PM (lunch 12-1:15PM). In this "hands on" practicum, details of medicated oils (tailam) will be given so that participants may learn which oils are appropriate for their dosha (specific constitutional type). After John has outlined tailam composition and significance, Hari Kirn Kaur Khalsa, John’s personal massage therapist, will lead pairs of students through the entire massage sequence as they take turns learning the stroke order. Note taking materials are encouraged. Students may participate in swimsuits or shorts and T-shirt.. Please bring at least 8 ounces of one of the following oils…almond, sesame, or coconut. These oils are available in the Ayurveda Department of the Yoga Center Bookstore. The tuition for this workshop is $75 per person – please register early!
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