June 23, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
¥4,000

What is your body’s core really? How do hard abs relate to pelvic and trunk stability? What is the connection between core strength and management of low-back pain? Join Yuko Sugeta, one of the most knowledgeable bodywork therapists in Japan, and Michael Glenn for this “anatomy-in-action” workshop on core strength. Learn the truths and the myths. And discover how awareness of your “core” muscles can improve your freedom of movement and well being.

Note: This workshop will mainly be conducted in Japanese with some English translation provided. Reservations required. To reserve space, send an email to events@yogatree.jp. Please write “Core Awareness Workshop” in the subject line and include your full name and phone number in the message.

We are very happy to announce that Iyengar certified instructor David Sirgany will teach at Yoga Tree from September 13-18.

David has practiced Iyengar Yoga for more than 25 years and still travels regularly to Pune to study with the Iyengar family. He will offer both daily classes and a three-day intensive in Iyengar yoga over the holiday weekend. Translation will be provided by Aya Itakura.

Reservations for all events will be accepted started in June.

For details on classes and workshops, please click here.

Note: The starting date of this series has been revised.

Once a month on Sunday afternoons, Aya Itakura will offer a 2-hour class on the foundations of yoga poses. This series of classes is for all levels of students. It is a great way for beginners to build a correct foundation for a safe and healthy yoga practice. Yoga students with experience will have a chance to deepen their understanding of how the poses work and accelerate their progress in their practice.

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Cost: ¥3500 per class / ¥16,000 for 5-class series

Maty Ezraty will return to Japan this spring to offer new training courses and workshops at Yoga Tree from May 18 to June 2. Her program this time is focused on in-depth study. Her courses include:

• Touching Your Roots: Blueprint Postures & the Power of Observation
• Making Your Practice Whole: Backbends & Inversions (weekend workshop series)
• Reading Bodies and Hands-on Adjustments: Advanced Studies for Teachers
• Making Your Practice Whole: Forward Bends, Twists, Pranayama & Restoratives (weekend workshop series)
• Mysore: One on One with Maty Ezraty

This is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding and sharpen your skills with one of the most inspiring yoga teachers in the world. Maty’s events usually fill up quickly so we encourage interested students to register early. Registration will start in January, 2013.

Click for details and registration information.

On Sunday afternoons and national holidays this spring we will continue to offer special classes and workshops. Please note that the schedule is in progress. Check back for updates.

* Classes marked with an asterisk include Japanese translation. We recommend that you make a reservation to ensure your place. Please email us at events@yogatree.jp. Include your full name and phone number.

On Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6:30 - 9:00, Maneesh Kalra conducts an early morning practice based on the “Mysore” approach of Chuck Miller and Maty Ezraty. Many morning-practice students adhere to the Ashtanga Primary sequence, but everyone is welcome to do their own self-practice. For students new to yoga or seeking to learn alignment-focused, breath-centered hatha yoga, Maneesh offers hands-on instruction. Drop-ins are welcome. The cost is ¥2,500 per class, or ¥12,000 for a monthly pass.
NOTE: In the event of a full class, priority is given to pass holders.