Yoga Fundamentals- Bandhas, Breathwork and Balance

The 3 B's. This fundamental workshop will leave you with a rock solid understanding of the most integral aspects of yoga for your own practice as well as to be able to teach others. Bandhas- the energetic and muscular mind/body connection and control necessary to achieve the highest levels of a Hatha Yoga practice. Breathwork- several pranayama techniques will be explored as well as their benefits and proper time and place of practice. Balance on all levels (mind, body, spirit and emotions) will be explored. Physical balance practices will bridge the gap to ensure all layers are activated and balanced during your Hatha Yoga Practice.

Your Body is A Temple & You are the Master Architect

Whether you love living in the temple of your body right now or not, I've got Great news for you! You get a whole new body every 7 years, according to scientific evidence. This means that any health and wellness practice you begin today, has the potential to completely reconstruct your entire body right now. This includes dietary habits, mental beliefs about yourself, physical exercise and lifestyle habits, and any other habits that you currently embrace. So, if your current habits aren't serving you: providing you with the highest levels of natural energy, great nights sleep, pain free living from a strong and agile body- it's not too late! In this workshop we will explore the basic fundamentals of healthy habits. The physical practice will be a vinyasa yoga sequence designed to open and balance root chakra energy (hamstrings, inner thighs and glutes) staying low to the ground and connecting to Mother Earth.

Surfing your Inner Waves to Balance your Emotions

Emotions flow through us like waves in the deep blue sea of our soul. They control the barometer of our lives if we give into them. Primarily a function of our 2nd Chakra, Sacral/Swadhisthana, this area is correlated to our hips and Uddyana Bandha. Learn effective techniques to master the waves of emotion, thus mastering your life. This flow based workshop focuses on fluid movements, to connect with the water like quality within you. A strong emphasis on hip openers and breathing mantras to move prana/energy through you, releasing what may be limiting you- leaving you open to receive the divine blessings of peace, love, joy and fulfillment that are in store for your life. Teacher Trainees will learn variations and modifications to teach all level students.

Fire of Transformation- Embracing Your Edge

Manipura is the fire of transformation, that comes from the core center of your Being- your Solar Plexus (3rd Chakra)- and when we ignite it through this vigorous and challenging yoga practice, you will be forever transformed. We walk right up to the edge of what you thought were limits and FLY- Soaring High into the Stratosphere and Become One with the Inner Radiant Light. This module/workshop is designed for levels 2/3. You will leave knowing you touched your edge, went beyond your comfort zone and having real tools and techniques to access this power in the future. For Aspiring Teachers: an emphasis on the language that inspires, motivates and moves yoga practitioners, this training will teach you to convey this transformative practice to your students of all levels, regardless of their current ability or motivation level. BE Inspiring. Be a Flame that Ignites, Be the Fire of Transformation, Illumination and Radiance.

Sailing the Winds of Love- Journey into the Heart

In this magical exploration of life's greatest gift: LOVE, you will experience upper and mid back openers like you've never felt before. The "back" of the heart is where we store many of our earlier emotional tension from childhood, relationships and unmet expectations from life. Working with asanas, breath, visualization, and mantras we learn to release that which is not serving you to become more free to love and be loved, to share compassion, forgiveness, empathy and joy. Back bending emphasized in this class, as well as shoulder openers, neck stretching and self massage techniques. If she is available, special guest Sula DePaula may share a transformational breathing session with the group as well.

Express Your-Self: Mantra Vinyasa Flow to Balance Your Throat Chakra

You have a beautiful voice. (whether you believe it or not!) Let's hear it! In this joyful & awakening vinyasa practice, we will express our Throat Chakra through Bija mantras during the practice. Practice with us or just visualize yourself doing it and absorb the healing vibration from the group. Bija mantras as the seed sound syllables that harmonize and balance the chakras. This class will also have an emphasis on breathing with the movements of the vinyasa practice and moving with grace.

Spiral Inward to Expand Outward- Meditations for Inner Peace, Mental Clarity, Bio Energy Activation, Prosperity, Creativity, Love, Forgiveness, Healing and to Strengthen your Intuition

This workshop is all about Yoga Nidra and Guided Meditations specifically designed with intention and purpose. Learn to activate your higher self with these creative visualizations, how to connect with your inner child, how to naturally increase your energy field times the power of 100, how to attract all that you want into your life, how to embrace power & persistence- IN it TO WIN IT mentality, how to heal your entire body and how to send love to the whole planet. Each one is between 5-20 minutes.

Yoga as Spiritual Practice- Wearing the Crown of Freedom

Your Life with a Miracle. Yoga literally translates to mean "Union". Union with the Divine Source. With the Supreme Creator. Union with all living beings, angels, spirit guides, here and beyond the physical realm. We are born Divine. The circumstances of life often leave heavy karma to be released. It is part of the yoga journey to release this density, neutralize karma and reunite with the Divinity that is already within us! This workshop will get you started. With an emphasis on inversions (headstand and handstand) and seated meditation for the Hatha Yoga practice, we learn to access the crown chakra and connect with the Supreme Source in our actions, thoughts and deeds. Taking Yoga "Off the Mat" and into your LIFE. We will also discuss how Seva- service to humanity, is the highest level of Yoga and should be included in your daily yoga practice at all levels. This will neutralize all Karmic debt and raise the vibrational frequency of your entire existence to that of Saints, Sages, and Seers. My Seva projects and Yoga For Foster Children will be discussed.

9. Detox Yoga Flow- "Discover the Fountain of Youth through Yoga"

Have you ever wondered why some yoga practitioners just keep appearing younger and more radiant as the years pass by? Discover the secrets to everlasting youth and longevity. Detoxification of the internal organs, as well as the largest organ on the body: your Skin. In this challenging Detox Yoga Vinyasa Flow, we will explore the 3 stages of physical body detoxification, ending in a healing/cleansing meditation. We will also discuss the essentials of dietary detoxification and how to integrate it into your monthly schedule to reverse disease, maintain health and maximize your inner and outer radiant beauty. You will never be the same after this workshop.

10. Healing/Restorative Yoga and Self Massage-

Learn how to heal yourself. We don't always have access to a healer or massage therapist, but we can certainly use the loving touch each and every day! In this hands on workshop, you will learn how to use yoga to heal yourself, moving slowly, in a Yin Yoga Slow Vinyasa Flow practice. We will utilize ancient techniques of acupressure to access healing pressure points on the body and breath into them to release stored tension and pain. Anyone who has been injured, had surgeries, been in car accidents or who is going through physical, emotional or mental stress will greatly benefit from this workshop. All Levels. Teacher Trainees will learn how to teach this Highly Needed practice to students of all levels and abilities and how to work with injury and disability on many levels.

11. Family and Partner Yoga- Connecting Families through Loving Playfulness

The joy of family is to play together! In this fun and interactive workshop you will learn partner poses, and how to do yoga with your children, spouse, and/or friends! You will have fun, laugh, and experience great pleasure and you assist each other into fun, strengthen, opening asanas/poses. Seated, Standing, Flying and Lying down poses will be taught. No prior experience necessary. Teacher Trainees will learn how to instruct and assist students in these fun classes and how to demonstrate effectively, so everyone is safe and has a great experience.

Are you seeking a deeper understanding of the many aspects of Yoga?

Workshops are a wonderful way to become acquainted with Yoga. Starting with the physical, you can learn many techniques to ensure proper bodily alignment. You will learn the subtle and energetic techniques to control your prana or life force. You will learn specific sequences to balance or heal certain aspects of your life and break through to the next level of your life. You will even learn mental techniques (through meditation) which will enable you to liberate your mind and access the state of pure potentiality and total unbounded awareness.

As you may already know, yoga is a very in depth and profound path. Since it was developed over 5000 years ago, many enlightened masters have collaborated to perfect this ancient yet scientific system. It encompasses every aspect of life, from birth to death, explaining the soul's journey even beyond this physical realm. Within the path of yoga, there are many styles that one may gravitate toward. As you explore the hidden dimensions of who you are, you will begin to feel more in alignment with certain teachings and teachers who will guide you on your path.

Throughout the year we will be offering workshops to guide you on your path. We encourage you to try other teachers as well, to find the path that suits you best. And to continually study, practice and absorb all of the knowledge that you can. Life is a journey and the more you embrace the role of the student, the sooner you will enter into the realm of Total Mastery. And even at that level, you should never stop seeking. Never stop learning. Remain open like a lotus flower to the sun and all of life's blessings will shower upon you in this life and in those that are to come. You are setting the stage for a magical life of adventure.

Stay tuned and check our CALENDAR for upcoming workshops.

We are so excited to meet you.

Blessings to you on your path.

Do you know what Michael Jordan and Anthony Robbins have in common?

They have both had personal coaches that helped them reach their peak potential. Masters in all fields have always had coaches. It is what sets the average apart from the extraordinary. That one on one time with someone who holds the answers to your questions is invaluable.

Now, if you're like most people, you may be thinking, "Yeah, but I can't afford a personal Lifestyle coach." And if that is the first thought in your mind, you're probably right. And that will always be true for you as long as you maintain that same thought pattern.

You see, the difference between ordinary and extra-ordinary is just a little bit EXTRA. So, perhaps you invest in a coaching or healing session instead of going out to a dance club or expensive dinner. A little change of spending habits (INVESTING in yourself vs. spending) can help you to create the type of abundance in your life where you will never have to worry about money again.

*You may finally attract the mate you have been dreaming about.

*And the career you wished you had may suddenly fall into your lap.

*You may find yourself *losing weight, *sleeping better at night, *becomming more flexible more rapidly, *decreasing neck, shoulder and back pain or any other goals you are wishing to acheive.

Hiring a private coach will get you to your next level and push you beyond your comfort zone so you can excel in life.

What do you do if the person you'd love to have as your coach isn't local to you?

That's where I come in, courtesy of the amazing advances in online technology. Although I might not be able to physically meet with you one on one, I can coach you through yoga, meditation, health, business, mental mastery and lifestyle by email, video, or live on Skype!

What is a lifestyle coach, and how can you help me?

A Perfect 10 Lifestyle Coach is someone you can count on to help you to get to the next level and to move past your current limitations, whatever they may be. We work together setting goals for your life and setting attainable bench marks along the way. I give home-work assignments for you to work on throughout the week and when we reconnect for our weekly session, we will go over what worked, what challenges you faced and how to break through to the next level of your life.

Personal Yoga Training and Lifestyle Coaching in Person

If you live in the greater Los Angles, CA area this is a great option for you. Dashama will come to your home or you come to her home studio and work with you in person. Working together to determine your goals and dreams, she will create a customized training program for you and guide, motivate and inspire you through each session. Her hands on loving and powerful adjustments are world renowned - largely due to her background in Thai Yoga Therapy, Yoga and Functional Fitness Kineseology.

Coaching by Email

If you have detailed questions about an aspect of your life that requires input, I can arrange to email you an equally detailed plan of approach. Whether you want to know the steps to achieve a healthier lifestyle, need tips on how to quiet down your monkey mind, or want a customized yoga sequence, I can help you out.

Yoga and Fitness Coaching by Video

Are you stuck trying to figure out a yoga pose or sequence? If you have access to a video camera, you can film yourself and I can guide you to the next level or let you know some areas that need fine tuning by filming my own version to give you a visual aid. I can also create a customized yoga sequence for you based on your needs or physical limitations.

Coaching by Skype

Sometimes live is the best way to go! However, with the creation of Skype, a free downloadable video chat program (get it here), live takes on a whole new meaning! Working around your schedule, I can set up a video chat with you where we can discuss whatever aspect of your life is on your mind. I can guide you through your nutrition choices, weight loss blocks, yoga questions, or any other coaching point that needs help. It's one-on-one and the next best thing to sitting with me in person!

Coaching Video Examples

Advanced Yoga Asanas

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Meditation for Beginners

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Testimonials

"Before connecting with Dashama I suffered from high levels of anxiety and was prone to panic attacks, even under normal everyday situations. Thanks to Dashama's help with yoga, meditation, pranayama, and her tips on leading the most joyful life possible I have re-discovered myself. While I'm not completely 'cured' yet, I am able to stand strong against panic attacks and have been able to participate more fully in my own life again. I am so grateful to her." - Sherry Osborne, writer and passionate yogini, Montreal

"I've been training for triathlons for over 2 years and recently added Dashama's yoga and Thai stretching to my training program. I must say that I'm very pleased with my recent race results and with my overall health and well being. I still have a long way to go and I'm glad to have Dashama on my team!" - Scott Adams, Founder, Adams Center for Entrepreneurship, Florida Atlantic University

"Working with Dashama Gordon for private yoga sessions was one of the best decisions I've made. She gently pushes me to the next level, inspires, and adds her own unique blend of wisdom that brings everything together.
I strongly recommend Dashama for private yoga sessions."

~Dr. Harlan Kilstein, Boca Raton, FL

Yoga and Meditation with Dashama made a huge physical and spiritual impact on me. I've never felt better about myself and my body. She is inspiring, supportive and encouraging keeping every session fresh and challenging." - Darren, CEO of http://canopytour.com/

 

Currently, and for a limited time, TRAIN WITH DASHAMA -below you will find a list of training/coaching options:

(each item on the list can be combined with others on the list to create a comprehensive and transformational program)

1). Yoga & Fitness- (all levels) Fine tune alignment and work on advancing your practice (highly asana based)

2). Yoga- Restorative: help those with limitations due to disability, injury and illness to heal and restore balance and vitality (asana, diet, meditation and healing arts based)

3). Diet- 3 stage Total Transformation diet with optional week long detox program (diet and detox) with in depth explainations about how fat loss works, the science behind this and how you can optimize your metabolism with a simple to follow plan and achieve maximum results

4) Meditation, Breathwork and Visualization- for mental clarity, enhance intuitive skills and create a new vision for your life (silence, guided, yoga nidra, breathwork, and visualization practices will be shared for you to practice at home)

5). Business and Life Coach- are you seeking direction with your career or current life path? this option Dashama will guide you with specific techniques and real life homework assignments for you to align with your life purpose and move toward your highest potential in your career path or dharma.

Your e-coaching options include:

1). Video Chat (skype)
2). Email Support
3). Phone Consultation
4). Video Consultation (custom created for your specific needs)
5). Home work assignments with follow up and feedback

I understand you are interested in being the best version of yourself humanly possible. For that reason, I have created several customized program packages for you to select from, to maximize our time together and to help you achieve your dreams and goals.

**Statistically, people who follow a program, for 21-30 days minimum will experience a shift in habit patterns and new habits will become ingrained into your neural network. For that reason, I can only accept clients who are committed to a minimum of 1 month time periods and who are serious about making changes in your life.

 

Rates:

1 Month E-Coaching with Dashama: $500 per month (includes 4 multi-media options selected from the list above, for interaction with Dashama, 4 sessions per month).

Private Coaching and/or Yoga Personal Training $100/hr. (customized yoga, fitness and/or coaching sessions (in person or digital) to meet your goals and needs. After working together to determine your goals, Dashama will guide, motivate and inspire you through a yoga, fitness and or life coaching session that will leave you feeling like a new person- ready to take on the world and over come any challenges that may be blocking you from your highest potential).

Optional: $400 per month (if you allow our sessions to be recorded and shared with others online)

For more information feel free to email Lacey at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Ask, and you shall receive. Seek, and you shall find. Knock, and the door will be opened for you.

Dashama travels nationally and globally and is stationed in Santa Monica, CA, Malibu, CA and Boca Raton, FL

"I have been getting massages since I was 18 years old (now over 25 years) from the best therapists all over the world and I have never had an experience like the Thai Yoga Massage with Dashama." Glen Ellis, Ellis & GED Lawfirm, Boca Raton, FL

Did you know?

Dashama was interviewed and featured in the Boca Magazine for Thai Yoga Therapy

Yoga for lazy people?

• Have you been considering trying yoga, because you've heard of the many benefits, (stress relief, improved flexibility, improved mobility in joints and overall better balanced health), but are not sure you have the energy to make it through a whole class?
• Or maybe you just don't have time to make it to the classes that are available near you?
• Or perhaps you are seeking yoga to relax and unwind, and after trying several yoga classes, you haven't found the right one, that triggers the ultimate relaxation buttons for you?
• Or maybe you have the energy, but feel you may not be very flexible, or have had an injury or surgery of some sort, so you are seeking another alternative..?
  
  

Whatever the case, you will be joyous to learn about a 3000 year old art form, called Thai Yoga Therapy, that has only recently been gaining tremendous popularity in the US. Oprah even did a show about it within the past month!

It provides all of the benefits of a full yoga class, except you, as the receiver, don't have to do anything. Simply lie down, on a soft, large Thai Yoga Mat (resembles a queen sized futon mattress), and be stretched, and put into poses, and have acupressure/meridian therapy throughout the entire practice to balance your energy meridians and "unlock the dormant reservoir of vitality" as my Master teacher often refers to it.

"Thai Yoga massage with you is a deeply satisfying, physically and spiritually, it beats any regular massage I have ever experienced. The effects of Thai Yoga Massage lasts for days". Nelson Corbrera, Boca Raton, FL

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What is Thai Yoga Therapy?

It is a 3000 year old "folk art" and healing method, that uses simple procedures to rapidly eliminate disease both physical and emotional.

It balances and harmonizes your body's shakti/chi/prana or whichever term you use to describe the natural energy that is streaming through your body keeping you alive.

It can roughly be described as a combination of the benefits of: assisted stretching, yoga, acupressure/meridian therapy, and meditation.

It is a total mind, body, emotional and spiritual bliss vacation! The receiver's only job is to relax and meditate.

There are reasons why this Therapy the receiver wears clothing...

Clothing is worn during the Thai Yoga Therapy session. (Something similar to what you would wear to a yoga class is appropriate). This began as a traditional form of therapy given to royalty, elite citizens such as the Buddha as well as Gods and Goddesses such as Krishna and Laxshmi. The experience is of a spiritual nature. There are many positions where clothing is a huge benefit, maintaining the integrity of the receiver and the practitioner alike.

The session will take place on a large, incredibly comfortable queen sized Thai Yoga Mat, covered in "soft, fluffy goodness" as the blanket/covering has sometimes been referred to :-) You will be placed on an Amethyst Crystal Infared Heating mat that loosens your muscles, sends negative ion therapy through your body to rejuvenate you at the cellular level and detoxify your system. Drift away to your favorite galaxy while I take you on a healing journey you will never forget.

Are there any limitations that could prevent a person from receiving this form of therapy?

The answer is no. The wonderful thing about Thai Yoga Therapy, is that your current condition will improve with each session. Whatever you are currently dealing with physically, it can and will begin to heal rapidly, as the blood flow/circulation improves, stiffness in muscles lessens, and natural state of balance and harmony begin to take effect. Young or old, everyone can benefit from this healing art-form.

How much is a session?

Each session is an investment into your total health and healing. This therapy has been used as prevention and at times instead of surgery and other traditional medical procedures for pain, dis-ease and mind/body imbalances. Traditionally, people were turning to psychiatry and surgery to alleviate mind/body/emotional ailments, but not so much any more. This holistic and therapeutic treatment will leave you feeling more calm, centered, balanced, open and relaxed than you have felt in years. Try a session, see for yourself!

How long do sessions last?

Sessions are typically 1.5 hours. It is recommended you start with at least one session each week, for the full healing experience, although you will feel the effects after only one session. One of my clients, a Dr. at Boca Hospital, has been dedicated to his Thai Yoga practice for 2 years, twice a week for 1 hour sessions. I am open to what works best for you. Call to discuss options.

Where are you located?

Dashama is located in Santa Monica, CA near the beautiful Pacific Ocean, and can be hired to travel for sessions. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information on scheduling a session with Dashama. If you live out of state, we will gladly refer you to a fully qualified Thai Yoga Therapist, Lifestyle Coach, or Yoga Instructor in your area. Also consider getting started at home using Dashama's Thai Yoga Instruction DVD, available for purchase through this website.

Balance Your Life with Yoga
& Thai Yoga Partner Massage
2 DVD Set

Dashama's Kids Yoga DVD is so fun my daughter comes home begging me to put it on for her after school!" Jackie, WA

Are you seeking a fun and effective evolutionary activity that your child can practice anywhere?

Get your kids to relax, breath, and release stress with Dashama's Kids Yoga Adventure!

And learn to interact with them in a new way with partner yoga...

2 DVD Set - Recycled Cases - 10% goes to Charity

Kids Yoga Adventure
& Yoga Family Funtime

Collector's Edition 2 DVD Set

Preview Kids Yoga Adventure DVD

Preview Yoga Family Funtime DVD

ON SALE for $24.98 (Reg. $26.98)

You and your kids begged and pleaded for it, now it is here! Dashama's much anticipated Kids Yoga Adventure and Yoga Family Funtime DVDs are the perfect addition to your child's activity schedule.

Well I can tell you that starting Angelika in Yoga when she was 2 at home with me has aided in raising her as a well rounded individual. She has learned patience, self control, increased her focus ability and has been very good for her physically. These are important lessons that I felt I wanted to teach her and Yoga was the best way to do it. Yoga has such diversity that it does not matter how young or old you are. You can always benefit!"

~ Jenna Barber, FL

In this competitive world, yoga is a sanctuary for all who practice it. Unlike most activities and sports, your child will not be comparing themselves to others, nor will they be left with feelings of insecurity, inferiority or discouragement as they participate in yoga.

This DVD allows children to balance, strengthen and express themselves in all areas.

• Verbally (by making sounds along with the poses)
• Physically (through movement and stillness)
• Emotionally (by allowing them to feel the sensations in each pose and honor where they feel tight and where they feel strong)
• Spiritually (by encouraging them to connect to the higher Source within them through fun magic carpet ride and candle gazing meditations)

Here's what's special about this DVD program:

• Yoga enables a child to trust in their own abilities.
• It frees them from the concept of limitation and encourages them to continually evolve at the pace that is comfortable and enjoyable to them.
• Through the practice of yoga, your child will learn to listen to what they really need. Strengthen their intuition and become more centered and focused in all areas of their life.
• If there is one thing that has kept me on track and continually evolving toward higher and better states of being, that is the practice of yoga, since early childhood. It helped me through challenging times, it healed me when other children were unkind, and inspired me when I lost focus on my life goals.
• It is my dream and mission that every child would have the opportunity to learn and practice yoga. In this way, we will create a more joyful, loving and harmonious human existence for all beings on Earth.
  
  Join us daily for the Kids Yoga Adventure of a lifetime!
  
  And stay tuned for more advanced instructional DVDs to come in the future.
  
  We look forward to growing with you.

Yoga Family Funtime

Nothing brings people together like partner yoga!

When you and your child practice this DVD, you will learn:

• To trust and communicate with each other like never before.
• To be more open and compassionate toward yourself and your partner.
• To invest the time to be with the ones you love on a regular basis.
• To have fun and spend time creating bonds that will remain strong and clear for the rest of your lives.

This DVD contains 4 sections:

• Poses on the mat (seated)
• Flying poses (parent puts the child into the air on their feet)
• Standing poses (more advanced, strengthens and builds trust)
• Demonstrations (advanced poses you can work your way up to)
  
  Play together and have fun!

We look forward to hearing your success stories about weight loss, strength and technique mastery and improvements.

Kids Yoga Adventure
& Yoga Family Funtime

Collector's Edition 2 DVD Set

ON SALE for $24.98 (Reg. $26.98)