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Immersive Yoga Sutras Workshop: Transform Your Practice with Ancient Wisdom

with Prashanti Carroll Ann Friedmann, E-RYT 500

March 7 - 9, 2025

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All-inclusive
  • Shared Dormitory: Bottom Bunk – $495.00
  • Private Dormitory – $495.00
  • LGH: Full Bed – $495.00
  • LGH: 2 Twin beds – $495.00
  • LGH: Queen Bed – $495.00
    • (All prices include $495.00 base amount)

Availability of complimentary accommodations is determined by the order of booking. Price includes 3 daily meals, 2 daily yoga classes, and 3 daily group meditations.

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Program Description

Discover the transformative power of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras in this intensive weekend immersion led by expert instructor Carroll Ann Friedmann. This course is designed for yogis of all levels seeking to deepen their practice and understanding of yoga philosophy.

What You’ll Experience

  • Sanskrit chanting to connect with the original texts
  • Guided journaling for personal reflection
  • Engaging lectures and group discussions
  • Independent study to reinforce learning

Course Highlights

  • In-depth exploration of the first 16 sutras of Samadhi Pada (Book One)
  • Comprehensive study of the Kleshas (obstacles to enlightenment)
  • Practical introduction to the 8 Limbs of Yoga from Sadhana Pada (Book Two)
  • A copy of Caroll’s book “Practicing the Yoga Sutras” is included.

Key Benefits

  • Gain a clear understanding of Patanjali’s core yoga practices
  • Learn to apply ancient wisdom to your modern daily life
  • Enhance your physical and mental yoga practice
  • Connect with like-minded practitioners in a supportive environment

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your yoga journey and unlock the secrets of the Yoga Sutras. Limited spots available – reserve yours today!

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Testimonials

“A stimulating exploration of the Yoga Sutras as not only a classic Yoga text, but one that holds secrets to waking up in the here and now so you can truly embrace all of life. Friedmann skillfully explains the traditional teachings while encouraging you to drop preconceptions and to look again more deeply as a way of assimilating the age-old wisdom of this seminal text, finding clarity, calm, and strength in daily life. A must for students and practitioners of all levels!

–Richard Freeman & Mary Taylor, Freeman + Taylor Yoga and authors of When Love Comes to Light: Bringing Wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita Into Modern Life

“With wisdom, grace and humor, Carroll Ann Friedmann gives us the clear message that spiritual practice is accessible to everyone. Her storytelling guides us through the cherished Yoga Sutras towards an understanding of spiritual transformation through everyday practices, discipline and love. Friedmann invites every one of us to find our own connection between the inner work of personal growth, and the outer work of living life, day-to-day, while finding our own path towards peace and liberation.”

–Ina Stephens, MD, e-RYT, C-IAYT, FAAP Pediatrics Infectious Diseases, Medical Yoga and Integrative Medicine, University of Virginia Medical Center

Presenter

Prashanti Carroll Ann Friedmann, E-RYT 500

Prashanti (Carroll Ann) has been a Yoga teacher since 2007 and is studying to become an Integral Yoga Minister. She has graduate degrees in religion from Princeton Seminary and the University of Virginia. She teaches Raja Yoga and religion classes at the University of Virginia and in the Charlottesville community. Her “regular job” is serving…
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