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Taking Off with the Rocket Series
A Weekend of Workshops with Larry Schultz
Yoga Hawaii is pleased to be hosting Larry Schultz, creator of the
Rocket routine, for a weekend of indepth workshops during May. "The Rocket" is a series of postures based on a modification of the traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga intermediate series, to renew energy and vitality in the body. This vibrant routine is called the "Rocket" because, "it gets you there faster."
Friday, May 26; 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Intro to "The Rocket" series
All levels
This class will be an introduction to the philosophy of The Rocket with a focus on building healthy joints and enjoying the process of getting stronger. All levels of students are welcome.
Register for Friday, May 26 workshop; Preregistration: $30; Same-Day Registration: $40
Saturday, May 27; 8:00–11:45 a.m.
"The Rocket" series
Emphasis on techniques, hands and feet.
The Rocket is designed to awaken the nervous system, and infuse it with the precious prana it craves, while promoting a spirit of change and freedom of practice. Full of back bending and spinal twisting, this uplifting sequence of postures has gained global recognition as a “feel good” experience that opens the body and clears the mind. The Rocket breaks areas of tension and energy blockage, combating tendencies toward stagnancy and resistance in the body. Frequent hand stands and arm balances keep the energy level high and encourage students to connect to their inner power and change their view of the world. The playful and upbeat Rocket routine is the perfect counter to the soothing forward bending of the Primary Series.
Register for Saturday, May 27 workshop; Preregistration: $50; Same-Day Registration: $60
Sunday, May 28; 8:00–11:45 a.m.
"The Rocket" series, Part 2
Going deeper in this workshop, we'll included poses from the first, second and third series of the Ashtanga-Vinyasa system with back bending, spinal twisting, and arm balancing. We'll finish with a discussion of Ashtanga practice and philosophy.
Register for Sunday, May 28 workshop; Preregistration: $50; Same-Day Registration: $60
About the Presenter
Larry Schultz has taught over 9000 classes and has influenced hundreds of teachers around the globe. He has had a very diverse student population including The Grateful Dead, computer geniuses from Silicon Valley, the 49ers, financiers, scientists, artists, students, and entertainers. He has facilitated the opening of 15 yoga studios, most recently It’s Yoga in Puerto Rico. He has spent seven years studying Ashtanga Yoga in the U.S. with Pattabhi Jois, and he has also practiced with Tim Miller, Danny Paradise and David Williams.
Larry is also known for creating a challenging and contemporary routine known as "The Rocket." The Rocket sequences poses from the Primary, Intermediate, and Advanced series of Ashtanga Yoga to create the ultimate health management system.
Apart from this creative and safe approach to Ashtanga Yoga, Larry is best known for his humor, discipline, generosity, and kindness, all of which characterize his unique teaching style. Larry has been based in San Francisco for the past 17 years where he runs It's Yoga, one of the largest and oldest yoga studios in the western world today.
Registration Information
Space is limited so please register early by clicking on the above links. Or to register for all three workshops, click here: Register for all three workshops: May 26/27/28; Cost for all three workshops, preregistered: $120. Registration fees must be paid in advance to hold your spot. All fees are nonrefundable if cancellation received less than 72 hours prior to Friday, May 26, 8 a.m.
Location:
Yoga Hawaii
1152 Koko Head Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816