Raja Yoga Sutras: Asana with Sujal Sudarshan
Sat Jul 27, 1:00 PM - Sat Jul 27, 4:00 PM

There is no study so inspiring in the world as the study of the body and mind, their latent powers, the methods of their control, and their synergy toward spiritual enlightenment.

Raja Yoga is the study and mastery of mind. The first and fastest way of attaining mastery of mind is control of the body through control of the breath. In this marvelous work originally called Yoga Darshan, the Raja Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Maharishi completely advanced the practice of bodily purification and showed the art of purifying the mind by presenting the science of Yoga in the form of aphorisms (Sutras) based upon the findings of ancient Seers. The Sutras provide an organized approach towards the practice of Yoga and the union between the physical and mental aspects of the human body. The Raja Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Maharishi consist of four chapters (pads). The first chapter, Samadhi Pad, describes Yoga and its aims and is the “chapter on super-consciousness”; the second, called Sadhana Pad, organizes the spiritual practice and is the “chapter on practical realization”; the third chapter, Vibhuti Pad, deals with the manifestations of a purified mind and is the “chapter on powers”; the fourth, Kaivalya Pad, is the “chapter on liberation.”

The Raja Yoga Sutras is undoubtedly one of the most influential texts on Yoga for any practicing Yogi. Maharishi Patanjali’s composition of the Sutras does not mark the birth of Yoga; rather, it is the systematizing of the scientific pathways towards spiritual attainment. It is a profound guide that allows for meditation and contemplation at every step. Sri Sudarshan, founder of SKYLIGHT YOGA and disciple of Pujyatman Sri Swami Jyotirmayananda, leads Asana theory and practice from the Raja

Sri Sudarshan is the Founder of SKYLIGHT YOGA and Leader of SKYLIGHT YOGA EXPEDITIONS. Sri Sudarshan directs all functions of SKYLIGHT YOGA's purpose-driven education, including Beginnerto-Advanced Training, 1-On-1 Classes, Corporate Health Programs and International Yoga Teacher Certification. Sri Sudarshan reminds us of life’s most essential questions: "Who Am I? What Is My Purpose? & What Is My Goal?” With profound insight and clarity, Sri Sudarshan transforms the ancient wisdom of Yoga in