PHIL 14
Yoga and a Grounded Life Winter 2019

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“Yoga and a Grounded Life” will examine what the practice of yoga is, and how it can serve as a foundation, guide, and inspiration for living, particularly in the face of personal or societal challenges. Alongside the physical practice of yoga, the class will investigate the philosophical and ethical teachings of yoga’s ancient text, the Yoga Sutras of PataƱjali. Students will learn a number of basic yoga poses and breathing techniques in 1.75-hour classes that will meet 5 days a week. In addition, students will read and discuss portions of the Yoga Sutras and several different commentaries, such as those of BKS Iyengar and Chip Hartranft. Attendance at all classes is required. Missed classes must be made up before the end of Winter Study, usually by attending a regular class at Tasha Yoga. Students will be expected to practice on their own outside of class, to journal, and to participate in class discussions of the readings. Students will submit weekly written assignments in response to prompts relating to class material. Adjunct Instructor Bio: Yoga teacher Anne O’Connor is certified in the Iyengar yoga method, which she has been practicing for 20 years. O’Connor, a freelance editor, also serves on the Williamstown Select Board and is a member of the First Congregational Church of Williamstown.
The Class: Format: mornings
Limit: 14
Grading: pass/fail only
Requirements/Evaluation: four 1- to 2-page papers and class attendance and participation
Prerequisites: no previous yoga experience required
Enrollment Preferences: instructor's discretion; interviews with enrollees
Materials/Lab Fee: cost of books
Attributes: EXPE Experiential Education Courses

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