Tuesdays February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

How do the yoga sutras intersect with and diverge from Unitarian Universalist principles? (How) do these philosophies apply to contemporary yoga practice and contemporary life?  Although yoga is most often recognized by its physical postures (asanas), practitioners may also use breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, chanting, and dietary restrictions.  Historically, yoga was more of a philosophy for living than an exercise regimen, including ethical guidelines for personal growth.   We will use Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, considered one of the foundations of classical yoga practice, as our historical touchstone and Michael Stone’s book The Inner Tradition of Yoga as a way of connecting the sutras to contemporary life.  Suitable for practitioners, those considering becoming practitioners, and those who are interested in learning about the practice that is becoming widespread in the United States, including two classes weekly at UCE.  
Facilitated by Jessica Tomell Presto, UCE member and certified yoga instructor.