Forward Folds & Twisting Actions — Depth, Release & Inner Awareness
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A focused exploration of seated forward folds and twisting variations that cultivate length, stability, and internal attention.
Using both dynamic and restorative approaches, this workshop investigates how forward bending can release unnecessary effort while increasing clarity, breath awareness, and structural integration. Twisting actions will be explored as tools for balance, spinal organization, and energetic awakening.
The session will include variations of:
Paścimottānāsana
Parivrtta Paścimottānāsana
Jānu Śīrṣāsana
Parivrtta Jānu Śīrṣāsana
Tri Mukha Eka Pada Paścimottānāsana
Upaviṣṭha Koṇāsana variations
Halāsana variations
Attention will be given to alignment, intelligent use of props, breath coordination, and adapting the postures for individual needs and experience levels.
**The language of the training is Turkish, and simultaneous English translation will be provided.
VENUE: YogaŞala Nişantaşı
DATE: September 19th. 2026
HOURS: 13:00-15:00
Hart Lazer:
Hart Lazer has been teaching and training Yoga teachers for more than 30 years.
Something of a cultural hybrid, he thrives in the alchemy distilled in the hatha yoga traditions including Iyengar and Ashtanga systems. Hart’s current teaching contains an emphasis on meditation, derived through the study of zen, Tibetan, and Buddhist practices. Using a tailored and multi-faceted approach, his intention is to guide individuals in their understanding of themselves, and despite the challenges of life, to do so with ease and enjoyment.
Hart’s major influences in his life and teaching are Ramanand Patel and Ken McCleod.Being the co-founder of United Yoga Montreal gives Hart a home base from which he teaches nationally and internationally.
Using both dynamic and restorative approaches, this workshop investigates how forward bending can release unnecessary effort while increasing clarity, breath awareness, and structural integration. Twisting actions will be explored as tools for balance, spinal organization, and energetic awakening.
The session will include variations of:
Paścimottānāsana
Parivrtta Paścimottānāsana
Jānu Śīrṣāsana
Parivrtta Jānu Śīrṣāsana
Tri Mukha Eka Pada Paścimottānāsana
Upaviṣṭha Koṇāsana variations
Halāsana variations
Attention will be given to alignment, intelligent use of props, breath coordination, and adapting the postures for individual needs and experience levels.
**The language of the training is Turkish, and simultaneous English translation will be provided.
VENUE: YogaŞala Nişantaşı
DATE: September 19th. 2026
HOURS: 13:00-15:00
Hart Lazer:
Hart Lazer has been teaching and training Yoga teachers for more than 30 years.
Something of a cultural hybrid, he thrives in the alchemy distilled in the hatha yoga traditions including Iyengar and Ashtanga systems. Hart’s current teaching contains an emphasis on meditation, derived through the study of zen, Tibetan, and Buddhist practices. Using a tailored and multi-faceted approach, his intention is to guide individuals in their understanding of themselves, and despite the challenges of life, to do so with ease and enjoyment.
Hart’s major influences in his life and teaching are Ramanand Patel and Ken McCleod.Being the co-founder of United Yoga Montreal gives Hart a home base from which he teaches nationally and internationally.
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Where is it happening?
YogaŞala (Nişantaşı), Teşvikiye Cad. Celal Derviş Apt. 16/7 Nişantaşı,Istanbul, Turkey
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