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Freedom of the Body: Primary Elements of the Back

Derived from Heather Morton's years of study and practice under Yogacharya V. Venkatesha, a self taught Yoga Master in Mysore, learn the fundamentals of backbending with the breath, focus points and counter postures.

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Produced by: Pasada Media
Released: September 2011
Language: English
Format: NSTC
Run Time: 62 minutes

Backbending Series, Advanced Practice

Shot on location in Mysore, South India, Heather Morton demonstrates the intermediate to advanced postures as it evolved from her training with Yogacharya V. Venkatesha, a champion of backbends. Created in 11 vignettes with clear and guided instructions on the breath and physical alignment. Learn the advanced version of the sun salutations of backbending including postures for balance, strength and relaxation. The practice highlights a combination of poses brought together with the breath and focus points called vinyasas.

This is not a "do-it-yourself" DVD. The best way to use the DVD is with a qualified yoga teacher. Each vignette is designed to be re-played for the purpose of self-study, practice and/or as teaching resource.

Features:
Backbending sun saluations
Advanced dancer posture
Single leg to the head
Spinal twist in half lotus
Sleeping yogini and vinyasa
Plus the breathing method

Produced by: Heather Morton
Released: January 2010
Language: English
Format: NSTC
Run Time: 35 minutes

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The DVD Package

Purchase both Freedom of the Body and the Advanced Practice of backbending. $20.00

Note: There are no refunds or credits for these products.

Stilling the Mind: Exercises for Relaxation and Sitting

In a 2-part CD produced by Heather Morton learn how to relax and be guided in a sitting practice. This is not another program for inner peace, but a way to still the mind. Cover photo by Heather of the Thar Desert, India. A dual CD with an illustrated practice insert.

Features of CD 1 & 2:
* simple exercises
* breathing techniques
* how to meditate
* guided practice

Sound: db Audio
Background Music: Prosad
Released: November 2010
Language: English
Run Time: 60 min.

CD Reviews

"Very meditative throughout the story on the CD. Really draws one in."

Catherine McKernan, Director of Education, York University, Toronto

"Thank you for the wonderful CD. I really felt great just listening to it and I am looking forward to practicing it regularly. You are truly a gifted teacher."

Arun Joseph, Lexington, USA

"Working in a very stressful environment, I have forgotten the breath, and for the first time in a very long time I have found it again."

Berni Russo, CBC Editor, Toronto

THE BHAGAVAD GITA

Known as the Gita (God's song or the Devotional song) is a Hindu scripture given by Krishna to Arjuna during the Kurukshetra War. It is drawn from one of the great Indian epics, the Mahabharata. While it is often understood as the bible of Hinduism it serves as a great piece of literature by going beyond religion and to the whole of humanity.

The Gita was praised by Hermann Hesse, Ralph Emerson and Carl Jung. It is comprised of 700 verses written in 18 chapters. It is a a book on life, right action, non-attachment, consciousness and living in the world. Set in a battlefield the teachings are symbolic to life's inner and outer battles. Although the content was written somewhere between the 5th and 2nd century its essence is still revelant today. It exposes the reader to the 4 paths of Yoga:


	Bhakti Yoga (path of devotion) Jnana Yoga (path of knowledge) Karma Yoga (path of selfless service) Raja Yoga (path of mind control)

	$6.00 + tax

	Size: 2.5" x 2" x 1"
	Printed: India

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"For the past ten years, Heather has been visiting AtmaVikasa regularly. I have always taught her that backbending is a tool of Mind control and self expansion. The advanced asanas that are demonstrated in this DVD and the flexibility of her body, are results of her hardwork and continuous evaluation. I wish her the very best in the mission of infinite growth and expansion."

Yogacharya V. Venkatesha
Director of Atmavikasa
Center of Yogic Sciences
Mysore, South India

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“Heather is a highly skilled yoga teacher of the truest form; her only objective is to support your progress. She now has extended her support to students with this invaluable resource. Demonstrating the art and discipline of intensive yoga back bending, it is an amazing source of inspiration and practical knowledge for both serious practitioners and yoga teachers of all traditions.”

Stephanie Falzon
Certified Jivamukti Yoga Teacher

"Heather's instructional DVD on the advanced yogasanas is a big eye-opener for someone like me. I am a beginner in the journey and have never seen a gifted teacher like ours practising the art at such a level. It is Heather's trusted voice explaining the breath and the stages of this extraordinarily disciplined and peaceful practice."

Sarah Lambert
Journalist

"Although I have been to many other yoga schools and studios in Toronto, my real understanding of yoga did not flourish until I began classes at The Yoga Way. I have now been a student for over 8 years. I have learned that there is a lot more to learn and that the benefits to the mind and body are everlasting. Having a DVD available is a great resource for practice."

Sheldon Rudner
Yoga Student

“This is the perfect companion. Having only been recently introduced to the practice, Heather’s narrative helped me develop an independent sequence. I have felt many changes in my life from her instruction, which includes a more positive outlook and the ability to combat stress. It is very difficult for me to articulate all the benefits as it is truly one of those things you must “do”."

Andrea Wood
Protopak Innovations