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SUMMARY:Arise and Awake! Distinguished Speaker Series Webinar by Raja Choudhury
DESCRIPTION:[ Register for the Distinguished webinar series by clicking here. ]\nVaYU\, the 1st Yoga University outside India located in Los Angeles\, USA\, is delighted to kickstart the Distinguished Speaker Webinar Series of 2024 with the following exciting virtual session on April 6th\, 2024. Title: Arise & Awake! (Deep Insights into the life and message of Swami Vivekananda)When: April 6th\, 6pm PST (US & Canada)Abstract: This session will be an inspirational storytelling by a master storyteller and an award-winning filmmaker\, Shri. Raja Choudhury\, producer of the upcoming documentary on Swami Vivekananda\, “America’s First Guru\,” being released on PBS in May 2024. You will get deep insight into Swami Vivekananda’s life and message that is inspiring millions globally for the past 100+ years. This session will benefit all immensely in understanding the visionary behind bringing Yoga to the West and transforming millions of lives with his teachings and an inspirational message of ‘Arise & Awake!’ Speaker: Raja Choudhury is a National Film Award (India) winning filmmaker\, architect\, and speaker\, who has created many acclaimed documentary films. He was born in Nigeria to a WHO family and educated as an architect at London’s Architectural Association. His most acclaimed films include The Modern Mystic on Sri M\,  The Quantum Indians on Saha\, Bose\, and Raman (awarded the National Film Award of 2014)\, and\, the Government of India’s Ministry of External Affairs’ MEA’s official film on Yoga for the first International Day of Yoga: Yoga Harmony with Nature. Raja is a popular spiritual teacher and guide on The Shift Network and YouTube. He lives in Princeton with his wife\, daughter\, and dog\, Maximillian. \n[ Register for the Distinguished webinar series by clicking here. ]\n 
URL:https://vayuusa.org/event/arise-and-awake-webinar-series-by-raja-choudhury/
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SUMMARY:Online MS / PhD from VaYU - Online Open House April 20th\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:[ Register for the Open House Zoom webinar by clicking here. ]\nWelcome to VaYU’s online Open House for the Fall 2024 semester. Please join us and find out how you can get an online MS & Ph.D. (Yoga) degree in Yoga Therapy\, Yoga Philosophy\, or Yoga Research from VaYU\, USA. \nYou can study online at your own pace\, place\, and time. \nAdmissions are OPEN for Fall 2024 and applications are coming in. We are very happy to announce that VaYU’s Master of Science (Yoga Therapy) Program is accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). \n[ Register for the Open House Zoom webinar by clicking here. ]
URL:https://vayuusa.org/event/online-ms-phd-from-vayu-online-open-house-apr-20th-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T180000
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SUMMARY:Intentional Breath-Hold Practice (Kumbhaka) - Distinguished Speaker Webinar Series - Nick Shroff - April 27th\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:[ Register for the Zoom webinar by clicking here. ]\nIntentional Breath-Hold Practice (Kumbhaka) \nBreath retention\, known as Kumbhaka\, has been a cornerstone of pranayama techniques for centuries. Despite its seemingly counterintuitive nature\, the body can remarkably adapt\, ensuring the continued functioning of vital organs. Voluntary breath-holding\, also known as control pause\, has been found to reduce heart rate\, stress\, and anxiety\, promoting deep relaxation in the nervous system. \nYou will learn the synergy of ancient yogic wisdom and modern medicine insights and practical applications in your daily life in this fascinating \nSpeaker: \nDr. Nick Shroff MD\, FACS\, E-RYT Professor\, Research & Teaching Faculty VaYU \nDr. Nick Shroff is a urologist\, cancer surgeon\, yoga-alliance teacher\, and healthcare consultant. He practiced conventional Western/allopathic medicine for over four decades\, integrating his skills with modern holistic therapy. His technical skills and compassion have guided him to facilitate healing at a deeper level. \nDr. Shroff leads by example\, imparting the knowledge received from the revered spiritual masters. He has voluntarily conducted numerous yoga classes for yoga practitioners\, seniors and cancer patients for several decades. He teaches integrated medical knowledge that combines yoga and holistic living\, affirming their validation by modern science. \nDr. Shroff is the President of the American Prostate Cancer Foundation (APCF). He stands out as a social innovator utilizing his education\, experience\, and leadership skills\, especially for the elderly and underserved populations in low socioeconomic communities. \n  \nRegister for the Zoom webinar by clicking here.
URL:https://vayuusa.org/event/intentional-breath-hold-practice-kumbhaka-distinguished-speaker-webinar-series-nick-shroff-april-27th-2024/
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