Yoga-Vinyasa Flow of Talasana

• Saturday, 5th December 2026
• 9:30 am - 3:00 pm (lunch included)

• The fundamentals of how to synchronize yogic breath with movement
• Understanding how complex joints, like knees and shoulders, regain fluidity and range of movements in this sequence of vinyasa-krama
• Understanding of pratikriya in a vinyasa sequence
• Developing fluidity of vinyasa segments with the 150 postures of the sequence
• Complete practice of Tālāsana-Yoga-vinyāsa-krama (wave-like rhythmic movement of flow vinyāsa) to harmonize breath and body
• Understanding the process of creating body memory by syncing with the breath seamlessly
• How stillness can be experienced from breath-led choreographed movements
• How to express yoga as art

These techniques are rooted in the Himalayan Hansayogin science of vinyasa system and offer a gentle yet potent approach to developing stillness and fitness.

This course is available for 3.5 hours of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credit through the Subject Matter Expert pathway. Upon request, we will provide a certificate of completion for your submission to Yoga Alliance.

1. Hands-on Instruction: 3.5 hours of direct guidance and practice

2. Resources: (a) You will receive a printed step-by-step Talasana-Yoga-vinyasa-krama handout; and (b) a free link to video recording of your teacher demonstrating all the steps of the whole sequence for your review (access for 3 months)

3. Vegetarian lunch: Ayurvedic meal served after the conclusion of the class at 2:00pm

Swami Asimananda Giri is a yogin and Himalayan breathwork adept. Her monastic name means bliss of unbounded expansiveness and her yoga practice embodies that spirit of transcendence. Sri Swami Asimananda studies under the direct guidance of her monastic master, His Holiness Swami Vidyadhishananda, a Himalayan siddha monk and founder of Nonprofit, Self Enquiry Life Fellowship. Known for her clarity, compassion, and depth of practice, Sri Swami Asimananda shares esoteric techniques of yoga and breathwork in a way that is accessible for yoga practitioners.

Prior understanding and practice of Ujjāyī breathing, known as the “breath of victory”, is very helpful. We urge you to become familiar with this breathing technique ahead of the workshop by studying the materials listed below (all are free access).

1. Practice and learn more about Ujjayi breathing with this six-part video series
2. Read an article about Himalayan Ujjayi Pranayama
3. Review how breathing is combined with steadiness and comfort of āsana sitting
4. Read an article by His Holiness on deep core breathing

Please bring a refillable water canteen. There is no need to bring a yoga mat as small standing mats will be provided.

Avoid mucous generating (mucogenic) foods (dairy, fried foods, processed foods) 24 hours prior to the workshop. Avoid eating at least 2 hours before the Workshop and make yourself feel light and agile. Supper that you have the day before the workshop should be light or skipped. Fruits and herbal tea are acceptable snacks. For those who are sensitive to a drop in sugar, a handful of nuts is an acceptable snack. There will be a short break at around 11:45am.

The following conditions are not suitable for Ujjayi breathing (prāṇāyāma) practice: (a) high blood pressure; (b) severely deviated septum; (c) shortness of breath; (d) habitual breathing through the mouth during night-time; (e) heavily clogged or severely inflamed sinuses; (f) menstrual cycle; (g) pregnancy; and (h) migraine headaches. Practicing with any type of headache or a racing heartbeat is contraindicated. The minimum age of practice for this particular set of practices is 13 years old. If you have any of these conditions, please consult with your personal physician before practicing using the free videos.

• Please stay home if you are experiencing a fever, coughing, sore throat, fatigue or any other flu-like or symptoms.
• The Nonprofit will issue a full refund of your registration fee if you must cancel attendance due to illness.
• Please follow basic infection prevention and control practices by regularly washing hands with soap and water or with essential oil (such as lavender oil), and by covering your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your inner elbow.

Teenagers under the age of 18 years may attend if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. We do not recommend this Workshop for anyone under the age of 13. Please write to us if you have a particular inquiry.

Registration Cancellation

In order to receive a refund, please notify Self Enquiry Life Fellowship’s main office either by email at quest@hansavedas.org or by phone at 909-543-6003. No refunds or credits toward registration amount will be offered if you cancel within 7 days of the start date of the event, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason.

Registration Amount Refunds

Full refunds are available if your cancellation request is received at least 15 days prior to the workshop or retreat check-in date. A 75% refund of registration fees is available if your cancellation is received between 8 and 14 days prior to the retreat or workshop check-in date. Please check the description to see if your event has a special cancellation policy. No refunds or credits toward registration amount will be offered if you cancel within 7 days of the start date of the event, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason.

Cancellation by the Organizer

Self Enquiry Life Fellowship reserves the right to cancel any event at any time. In the instance an event is cancelled, registrants will be notified and offered the option of receiving a refund or credit toward a future event. While Self Enquiry Life Fellowship never anticipates cancelling an event, due to unforeseeable circumstances some events may be canceled. Self Enquiry Life Fellowship does not refund travel related expenses, including airline tickets, in the case of event cancellation. Therefore Self Enquiry Life Fellowship advises all participants to refrain from purchasing non-refundable airline tickets.