# Donna Farhi

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Donna Farhi Yoga

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- [Reflections](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/blog/): This has been autogenerated as a placeholder for blog.
- [Believing and Knowing](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/believing-and-knowing/): The jury is in. We, as a community, have a dysfunctional relationship to pain. Whether this phenomenon is more broadly a cultural issue or whether this phenomenon is more acutely represented in yoga circles, I’m not sure. But it is a matter that each of us (whether practitioner or teacher) should spend a little time
- [The Power of Live Gatherings](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/the-power-of-live-gatherings/): Something special happens when we come together in physical space. It’s like the difference between talking to a friend on the phone and seeing them in person. You gain so much more information about each other. In a group gathering there’s a tangible shift in being part of a collective focus and energy that energizes
- [New Insights Connecting Head to Tail](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-connecting-head-to-tail/): Enhance your yoga alignment by focusing on the head-to-tail connection and spinal elongation, ensuring healthier, more mindful practice.
- [Sustainable Living in Practice](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/sustainable-living-in-practice/): Spring has truly sprung here in New Zealand with the dank and derelict condition of a fallow garden rapidly changing into verdant green, germination of vegetable seedlings of all persuasions and the uplifting color of perennial flowers coming out of their hibernation. Strawberries are ripening in the greenhouse, the gooseberry bushes are promising some real
- [Traveling Lightly on the Earth, Deeply Within Ourselves](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/traveling-lightly-on-earth-and-deeply-within-ourselves/): As a writer I am always excited by the discovery of a new word. When I happened upon the term ecosomatics, I felt an immediate affinity with the concept of the indivisible connection between the earth and environment and the lived experience of the body. A I know how profoundly my connection with the earth and
- [Mobility/ Flexibility: What’s the Difference?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/mobility-flexibility-whats-the-difference/): Stretching is like a sugar habit: it takes a long time to break.Dr. Sue Mayes When I first read about the work of legendary physical therapist Dr. Sue Mayes, and the phenomenal results she was achieving in injury prevention with the Australian ballet, it was one of those aha moments. Soon into her tenure with
- [Why Teach Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/why-teach-yoga/)
- [Falling Short of Knowing](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/falling-short-of-knowing/): Donna has contributed a chapter to the new book The Yoga Teacher’s Survival Guide. With permission from the publishers, you can read the chapter Donna wrote on her journey towards a new heutagogic model for teaching yoga. Click the cover to begin reading. You can search the chapter and change your view in the settings
- [Peace be With You](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/peace-be-with-you/)
- [Learn Handstand Faster and Safer](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/learn-handstand-faster-and-safer/): Learning how to balance in Handstand is made simpler with the help of a competent partner. A truly capable assistant can make the potentially perilous moment of free-standing balance safer for the practitioner while at the same time imparting some essential movement skills. I’ve seen people put both themselves and their students in harm’s way
- [Are you an Entity or Incremental Learner?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/are-you-an-entity-or-incremental-learner/): It’s late morning at the local indoor swimming pool and as I pause at the end of the pool to adjust my goggles the male swimmer who has been sharing my lane says, “You’re obviously a natural swimmer. You just glide across the pool. I’m not good at swimming.” This tweaks my curiosity but before
- [A Practice for Life](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/a-practice-for-life/)
- [Enlightenment, Mental Health](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/enlightenment-mental-health-reward-sensitivity/): and the Benefits of “Reward Sensitivity”One of my great joys, tending my small flock of milking sheep. Giving Radha and White a scratch.It was three days into my first silent meditation retreat when the teacher grimly announced, “Give yourself nothing to look forward to!” She had not so much as cracked a smile either on
- [Are Senior Teachers Only For the Old?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/are-senior-teachers-only-for-the-old/)
- [A New Definition of “Advanced” Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/a-new-definition-of-advanced-yoga/)
- [Do It Your Way](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/do-it-your-way/): As we were walking home to the farm recently, for some inexplicable reason, a tune came into my head. My mother loved to sing songs from musicals like South Pacific and West Side Story, and some of my earliest memories are of my mother singing these tunes while making dinner. And suddenly, without reason, I found myself singing For
- [Our Past, Our Future](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/our-past-our-future/)
- [Ready, Steady ... Slow](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/ready-steady-slow/): Sometimes it feels as if time is accelerating. This seems to be truer for those of us in the autumn years of our lives who know that we have fewer years ahead than those already lived. At the same time, we have entered a time on the planet when change is happening at an accelerated
- [Finding Your Inner Compass With Flank Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/aoa-flank-inner-compass/): The practice of Hatha Yoga is a process of relocating ourselves through the tangible reality of the body. This sounds wonderful in theory, but in reality most people set off on this journey as ill-equipped as a sailor setting out for the open sea without navigational instruments. Finding our compass and developing an interior map
- [Pleasures of Partnerwork](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/pleasures-of-partnerwork/): Doing Yoga with a sensitive partner can quicken our understanding of postures. And teach us the subtle neglected art of communicating to others through touch. Dear Reader Please keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. Benefits The underlying philosophy governing safe
- [Breath](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/breath/): Extended Foot Pose (Prasarita Padottanasana) One of the most profound ways to bring the spiritual into the physical practice of asana is to feel and trust the breath that moves through us. Benefits Stretches the hamstring and abductor muscles. Inverts the head below the heart, thereby increasing blood flow to the chest and head and
- [Downward Facing Dog](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/downward-facing-dog/): A panacea for whatever ails you, this popular pose combines the benefits of an inversion arm balance, forward bend, and restorative pose all rolled into one. Benefits Strengthens the wrists, arms, and shoulders. Elongates and releases tension throughout the entire spinal column. Stretches the backs of the legs and opens the hips. Reduces fatigue and
- [New Insights Lotus Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-lotus-pose/): Bringing these asana columns and feature articles out of the archives has not been without its cringe worthy moments as my older, and hopefully wiser self, reviews my perspective as a relatively young practitioner, teacher and writer. If you really want to do Lotus Pose (Padmasana), then everything I’ve written here should stand you in
- [Measuring Success in Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/measuring-success-in-yoga/): Feature Success in Yoga, as in life, may have more to do with opening our hearts than opening our hips. It’s late afternoon and one of my long-time students has come to visit. After a few minutes of chitchat, Sarah relates how inadequate she felt at the Yoga workshop she attended over the weekend. Just
- [Lotus Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/lotus-pose/)
- [Blueprint For Optimal Movement](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/blueprint-for-optimal-movement/): Imagine yourself as a starfish reaching out from your navel or as a fish wriggling your spine through space. You now have A Blueprint for Optimal Movement. Dear ReaderPlease keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. We are born with inherent
- [New Insights Half Moon Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-half-moon-pose/): Benefits Enhances core strengthening. Specifically activates the deep psoas and decreases habitual overuse of the superficial muscles. Is accessible to even those with weak core muscles. Contraindications People with compromised disk health or disk herniation should be cautious Do not practice if you have advanced spondylolisthesis or spinal stenosis, hernia, or acid reflux. You’ll Need
- [Navel Radiation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/navel-radiation/): Dear Reader Please keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. Benefits Lengthens and releases hamstrings and lower back. Relaxes and calms nervous system. Twisting variations stimulate spinal column and organs of elimination. Twisting variations also release deep external rotator muscles of
- [Half Moon Pose – Being Honest In Movement](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/half-moon-pose-being-honest-in-movement/): Let your breath guide you toward Yoga’s goal: a true encounter with yourself. Dear Reader Please keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. Benefits Increases circulation to the Internal organs. Provides a mild inversion. Cools and calms the nervous system. Develops
- [New Insights – Flexibility and Focus](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-flexibility-and-focus/): You’ll Need A wrist board. You will need a piece of wood approximately 18cm (7 inches) wide x 60cm long (2 feet) and about 1.5cm (1/2 inch) thick. This can easily be procured at your local hardware store. Take an old yoga mat with a good non-slippery surface, and using strong adhesive glue, wrap the
- [Balancing Flexibility and Focus](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/balancing-flexibility-and-focus/): Much of life seems taken up with trying to find the balance between narrowing our focus to achieve specific goals and broadening our focus to find new possibilities. Finding the balance between too tight or too loose is an ongoing process that can feel like tap dancing on greased bowling balls. Benefits Heats and builds
- [Strength Stamina and Spinal Integrity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/strength-stamina-and-spinal-integrity/): This challenging posture requires us to temper our flexibility with strength, stamina, and spinal integrity. Dear Reader Please keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. Benefits Strengthens the wrists, arms and upper body while toning the abdominal muscles. Increases overall stamina
- [New Insights Thoracic Spine Strengthening](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-thoracic-spine-strengthening/): You’ll need A chair or cushion for seated Variation A. A gymnic ball (65-75 cm size) for Variation B. A yoga mat, blanket, and bolster for Variation C. One of the most endearing aspects of Yoga as an embodied spiritual tradition is the all-inclusive nature of its practice. As a teacher, I remind myself as
- [Locust Pose (Salabhasana)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/locust-pose-salabhasana/): Support the muscular effort of your backbends by engaging your inner body. Support the muscular effort of your backbends by engaging your inner body. If you’re like most Yoga students, you usually move into your asanas by focusing on muscles and bones. But to produce truly balanced movement, all your body’s systems must work in
- [On Becoming A Better Student](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/on-becoming-a-better-student/): As students, we expect a great deal from our teachers. We expect them to be enthusiastic. We expect them to be reliable. We may even have expectations that they be endless repositories of skill and knowledge from which we may partake at will. A Zen master invited one of his students over to his house
- [New Insights Head to Knee Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-head-to-knee-pose/): (Janu Sirsasana) You’ll Need A yoga mat Three to four blankets Two yoga bolsters Two yoga blocks One towel One 10 inch washcloth This month’s sequence of Janu Sirsasana variations build from very simple, accessible variations that are suitable for the beginner to more advanced variations that require considerable flexibility. Since writing this asana column
- [Finding Stillness In Head to Knee Pose](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/finding-stillness-head-to-knee-pose/): (Janu Sirsasana) Many years ago during a particularly intense period of asana practice, I asked one of my teachers what she thought I needed to work on. I expected to receive another list of advanced postures, but after a long pause she said, “You need to learn how to be simple.” This was not the
- [New Insights-Warrior Pose II (Virabhadrasana II)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-insights-warrior-virabhadrasana-ii/): Since the writing of this column over twenty years ago, my travels have taken me many places, and I continue to see a disconcerting number of students who have been indoctrinated with the methodology of “hips square to the front,” in standing postures such as Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) and Triangle Pose (Trikonasana). While all
- [Alignment From The Inside Out](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/alignment-from-the-inside-out/): Warrior Pose Two (Virabhadrasana II) Benefits Develops strong legs and arms. Increases overall strength and stamina. Releases hip joints and stablizes the knees. Tones the entire body. Works indirectly to balance the spine. Contraindications Knee injuries. During the third trimester of pregnancy wide stance postures can compromise pelvic floor and pubic symphysis integrity. By gracefully
- [Moving With The Breath](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/moving-with-the-breath/): “First of all the twinkling stars vibrated, but remained motionless in space, then all the celestial globes were united into one series of movements… Firmament and planets both disappeared, but the mighty breath which gives life to all things and in which all is bound up remained.” -Vincent van Gogh Just as there is an
- [Flank Pose – New Insights](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/flank-pose-new-insights/): If you missed the original article Finding Your Inner Compass With Flank Poseyou can read that here. The challenges that you face in this posture generally depend on which camp you fall into. If you are a beginner and are challenged with tight hamstrings, stiff shoulders and a tendency to round your back when you
- [Reclining Big Toe Pose Variations](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/reclining-big-toe-pose-variations/): Benefits Improves hip mobility and lengthens the hamstrings. Indirectly improves spinal health by removing the ‘pull’ on the spine from rusty hip joints. May bring the pelvis back to a centered position to support good posture and ease in walking. Contraindications People with hip prosthesis should consult their health professional before practicing hip-mobilizing exercises. You’ll
- [Finding Flow in Handstand](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/finding-flow-in-handstand/): Demanding complete concentration, this difficult balancing posture clears our mind and draws us into the deeply pleasurable experience of ‘flow’. Dear Reader Please keep in mind that the images in this column were scanned from original archived articles and the quality might sometimes vary. Benefits Brings lightness and focus to the mind and body. Strengthens
- [Remuneration and Spirituality Are Not Mutually Exclusive](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/spirituality-remuneration/): “Know your worth, hold your own power, be you.” ~ Morgan Harper Nichols I know how hard it is to make a living teaching yoga. It was hard when I began, but I think it is even harder now. It is not surprising that there are two words that teachers often use to describe their
- [Making Space in 2023](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/self-care/): After more than 30 years teaching yoga, it is time to create space and time without an agenda. This period of rest and rejuvenation is an exciting opportunity to explore life. A belated welcome to this New Year. May it be a year of ease, good health, and prosperity for you all. This newsletter may
- [Is Your Position Precarious?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/precarious/)
- [Realising the true value of our time: Why it’s important to all yoga teachers.](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/value-time/)
- [Evolution and De-evolution](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/evolution/): There was a turning point in our history when our way of living shifted from being largely foragers to people who worked the land in domesticated agriculture. In “Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari he states: “Around 10,000 BC, before the transition to agriculture, earth was home to about 5-8 million
- [The Protean Body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/the-protean-body/): ​Protean: “tending or able to change frequently or easily.” Our culture, for the most part, sees the body as fixed and unchanging. It’s not uncommon to hear the body described as a machine. Yet, the reality of the body is not set in stone. It is a living, breathing, changing, dynamic entity that responds to what we
- [Restorative Reset and The Value of Collegial Support](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/clone-of-good-things-take-time/): Ten years ago, I formed a commitment with a tiny group of yoga teachers to meet for a collegial retreat with the view to creating a safe space where we could practice together and also share our challenges and triumphs. As the date neared, several people dropped out for various reasons until there were only
- [Embodiment as a cinematic experience](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/embodiment-as-a-cinematic-experience/): An extract from The Art of Teaching manual, Module Four: The Thinking Teacher. In yoga systems and methodologies that have become standardized for ease of recapitulation, practices such as yoga asanas are defined in a highly specified manner. In such methods we are usually given an ideal visual form or position which the student strives to replicate.
- [What are yoga asanas and why practice them?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/what-are-yoga-asanas-and-why-practice-them/): An extract from Yoga Mind Body & Spirit (Macmillan Publishing, 2000) Given the central importance of the yamas and niyamas, one might wonder why it would be necessary to practice the other limbs of yoga. Would it not be enough to be compassionate, truthful, and content? Why would it be important to take the time to
- [The Inner Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/the-inner-teacher/): This extract originally appeared in Bringing Yoga to Life: The Everyday Practice of Enlightened Living, by Donna Farhi, Harper San Francisco, 2003. A certain day became a presence to me: there it was, confronting me– a sky, air, light: a being. And before it started to descend from the height of noon, it leaned over and
- [Good things take time](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/clone-of-our-art-of-teaching-gatherings-mentoring-scholarship/): I don’t feel fatigue coming to the end of the course – but a mixture of sadness and excitement – sad that it’s over and excited to go back over the classes and lectures again, and excited to do more of your online courses and hopefully study with you in-person one day. The course has
- [Our Art of Teaching Gatherings & Mentoring Scholarship](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/our-art-of-teaching-gatherings-mentoring-scholarship/): We’ve had an unbelievable response to our Gatherings for those interested in The Art of Teaching course which begins May 18, 2022. You can watch a replay of a Gathering here to find out more about the training, experience a class, and listen to some common questions about the course. It’s heartening to see
- [Finding nourishment and joy in a time of tumult](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/finding-nourishment-and-joy-in-a-time-of-tumult/): The Art of Small Transforming Steps When the mind has settled, we are established in our essential nature,which is unbounded Consciousness. . . Our essential nature is usually overshadowed by the activity of the mind. – Sutra 1:3 & 1:4 * In the third Yoga Sutra, Patanjali proclaims that our essential nature is unbounded (and
- [Now is the moment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/now-is-the-moment/): “And now the teaching on yoga begins.” Sutra I:1* Spring (in the Northern Hemisphere) and Autumn (here in the Southern Hemisphere) remind us to grasp and savour every hour and every day. The tender vulnerable green shoots, the cheeky bird that flits by catching insects on the wing, are all the more wonderful and joyous
- [My MasterClass is here!](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/my-masterclass/): I’m excited to finally announce the release of my MasterClass. This has been my secret baby for all of 2020 . . . with a few fits and starts and delays due to Covid lockdowns here in New Zealand. After months of careful preparation and development of curriculum with the amazing team at MasterClass, this
- [Finding Community Online](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/finding-community-online/): It is a truism that we live in “challenging times” and regardless of whether you’ve been practicing yoga for a few months or a few decades, it’s not always easy to find ballast for the keel. We’ve relied on and continue to need connection to stay well. A few days ago, one of our lovely
- [Deep Dive Classes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/deep-dive-classes/): “The moment opens. In it are contained like tiny seeds a million more divisions.” ~ Jewel of the Moon, William Kotzwinkle It is with great excitement and no small sum of gratitude that I’ll be offering a monthly 2-1/2 hour deep dive class at the new Flow Wellbeing Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand. While these
- [Introducing Lisa Petersen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/introducing-lisa-petersen/): One of the most exciting aspects of training teachers is witnessing how a singular pedagogic model can be translated through the lens of a teacher’s distinct voice supported by their particular training, skills and talents. Beginning March 10th, my long-time colleague and co-teacher Lisa Petersen will be leading livestreams 6, 7 and 8, as my
- [A Shift in Perspective](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/a-shift-in-perspective/): Accommodating the chops and changes of living during a pandemic has many of us “pivoting” so often it may feel like we’re pirouetting out of control. Our pivot here in the home livestream studio has been to find inventive ways of making online learning a more enjoyable experience. While our film space, lighting and sound
- [Unwinding, Aligning and Getting the Most From Your Livestream Class](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/unwinding-aligning-and-getting-the-most-from-your-livestream-class/): We are delighted to announce that we will soon begin the first of a thirteen-class series of livestreams. We can’t wait to be together again with you and hope that these offerings serve to support your practice during this time. Class #1: Unwinding with Donna ​(now available as a recording), is about unraveling deeply held tension.
- [New year, new livestream classes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-year-new-livestream-classes/): Our lovely dog Miko awaiting meditation instructions in the new livestream space. Welcome to the new year! We have been offline and on holiday since late December; our apologies for failing to send an end-of-year message. By the end of a long year of “pivoting” like whirling dervishes, we were ready to lock our computers
- [Kumquat trees and class structures](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/kumquat-trees-and-class-structures/): Growing a thriving garden is often about accepting that some plants, no matter how much we love them, simply do not flourish in certain climates. After almost twenty years of trying every strategy to get my kumquat trees to thrive (with no more than a handful of kumquats to show for years of labour), I
- [Announcing The Art of Teaching](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/announcing-art-of-teaching/): Combining Authenticity, Joy and Peace The next course begins May 18, 2022* (NZT) Over the years, many yoga teachers have told me they felt their practice and teaching had become “mechanical”, or even that they felt pressured to teach in a way that goes against their integrity. As a teacher who has been teaching for almost
- [Mentoring . . . from isolation to navigation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/mentoring-from-isolation-to-navigation/): It’s a stark reality that most yoga teachers are sole operators often practicing, teaching, and facing immense challenges . . . alone. One of the big realizations in working with the members of the Art of Teaching course is how few of us receive mentoring, supervision or ongoing collegial support or peer review. I know from
- [Seeds of Renewal](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/seeds-of-renewal/): “The carefully curated richness of the Art of Teaching has nourished my whole Being and awakened in me a life-time of curiosity, learning and possibility. The course content has supported me to fine-tune what kind of Yoga teacher I want to be and has been an investment in the rest of my life. I have
- [Authenticity and Prosperity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/authenticity-and-prosperity/): “This training is deeply affecting me, supporting me, nourishing me and opening up a question about where and how I might teach as I am not teaching much at the moment. I have been more able to really listen to my body and spirit. It has brought focus to the dynamic interaction between inner and
- [New Pedagogic Models Require New Teaching Skills](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/new-pedagogic-models-require-new-teaching-skills/): “I loved my previous training but didn’t feel equipped to be a teacher. So thankfully I found your course. I am very appreciative and somewhat relieved to find it seems to fit hand-in-hand with the training I have had. I am also very much enjoying the way you share your insights.” ~ Shelly Matheson, New
- [Kinesthetic Connection Between Teacher and Student](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/kinesthetic-connection-between-teacher-and-student/): Whenever we work with another person there are stages to that engagement. These stages can be summarized as approach, contact, engage and depart. In this blog I’d like to illuminate the often overlooked dimension of our approach into the student’s space and how we can begin to make a more refined connection through touch. We
- [You are not alone](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/you-are-not-alone/): “One of the most valuable outcomes from the course has been the affirmation of inquiry-based yoga practice and teaching.” ~ KeiShana Coursey, New Zealand //live participant These last few months have been a whirlwind with the completion of filming the live Art of Teaching sessions here in Christchurch, New Zealand, beginning the first international online training
- [The Thinking Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/the-thinking-teacher/): In a shared-inquiry pedagogic model for teaching yoga, the focus is on the student’s process as an emerging and evolving entity. In such an approach, the form of an asana becomes a soft suggestion or possibility that can never be defined by a singular representation or demonstration. While we may inherit useful practices from those
- [The Art of Teaching](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/the-art-of-teaching2/): Alive, engaged, dynamic. And transforming Next online course begins May 4th, 2022 (NZT) “The Art of Teaching is the most superb, refined, and distilled learning I have ever had the good fortune to attend.” - Victoria Pomeroy, Owner/Teacher- Flow Hot Yoga, Christchurch “The Art of Teaching has been truly transformative on every level, both personally and
- [On Compassion and Kindness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/on-compassion-and-kindness/): In Yoga practice we find that what began as a personal practice for our own benefit can change the very nature of everyday life and the wider world in which we live. We discover that this self-reflective journey has not made our world smaller and more encapsulated but rather has dismantled our perception of separation.

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- [Six Meditations on Pain](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/when-yoga-hurts/): Six Meditations on Pain Join the conversation with your thoughts or curiosities under the original letter. If this is new to you I write a newsletter about practice, teaching, and the questions that arise in both, and include updates on events. If you would like it, please add your details below.
- [Subscriber Preferences](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/subscriber-preferences/): Subscriber Email Preferences Subscriber Self-Segmentation Form Contact First NameLast NameEmail AddressPlease choose your preferencesSome of you told us you wanted fewer, more relevant emails, so here we are. We have rethought what we send you, and why, and now need your guidance. The principle is to send you what serves you best. Rather than send
- [Mastering Simplicity-Shared Inquiry #02](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/ms-shared-02/): The usual time of this live session has moved to support our European subscribers. Mastering Simplicity Shared Inquiry Discussion Live with Donna A one-hour live conversation exploring the real questions that arise in yoga practice and teaching.Sometimes the question we hesitate to speak is the one that opens the most for everyone. Mastering Simplicity Shared
- [Calendar](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/calendar/): 2027 Live Events With Donna Click here to see 2027 events What to Expect Coming together to study and practice Yoga can be a form of self-rejuvenation. When you come to an intensive with Donna you can expect to be engaged in a process of self-inquiry where you, the practitioner, call the shots. While each
- [Live Intensives](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/live-intensives/): Live Intensives “This intensive gave me permission to open a door to a comfort and ease I didn’t know existed.”~ Vanessa Allen “Coming from a different yoga background, Donna’s teaching felt like a breath of fresh air. The practice was very powerful but I never felt pushed; everything felt like a kind invitation. I also
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- [Mastering Simplicity Class #16: The Non-Moving Support for Movement - Balance postures, Standing Postures and Core Stabilization](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-05-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in May 2025. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #17: Keystones of Resilience - Unwinding, Restorative Postures and Yoga Nidra ](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-06-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in June 2025. Recordings will be available for 31 days unless you get access through the three month or 12 month subscription options, where there are more benefits that you can learn about here. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity #19: Freeing the Upper Back & Neck - Supine Postures of Extension and Rotation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-08-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in August 2025. Recordings will be available for 30 days unless you get access through the three month or 12 month subscription options, where there are more benefits that you can learn about here. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #18: The Strength of Yielding - Standing Postures ](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-07-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in July 2025. Recordings will be available for 31 days unless you get access through the three month or 12 month subscription options, where there are more benefits that you can learn about here. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #20: Strengthening and Balancing the Feet - Standing Postures and Balancing Challenges](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-09-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in September 2025. Recordings will be available for 30 days unless you get access through the three month or 12 month subscription options, where there are more benefits that you can learn about here. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #21: A Well-Rounded Practice - Seated, Standing, Prone and Supine Postures ](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-10-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in October 2025. Recordings will be available for 30 days unless you get access through the three month or 12 month subscription options, where there are more benefits that you can learn about here. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #02: The Somatics of Choice](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-03-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in March 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Shared Inquiry Session #01 — Live with Donna](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-shared-01/): A one-hour live Shared Inquiry Session with Donna Farhi exploring real questions that arise in teaching and practice. Includes live participation and 30-day replay access. Founders and Legacy members receive priority access as part of their Mastering Simplicity subscription.
- [Series 1 – Donna’s Classes Bundle](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-bndle-donna-all/): Replay Access Ends: 90 Days after purchase
- [Series 2 – Donna’s Classes Bundle](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-bndle-donna/): Replay access for all classes in this bundle is for 90 days from your date of purchase.
- [Shared Inquiry Session #02 — Live with Donna](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-shared-02/): A one-hour live Shared Inquiry Session with Donna Farhi exploring real questions that arise in teaching and practice. Includes live participation and 30-day replay access. Founders and Legacy members receive priority access as part of their Mastering Simplicity subscription.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #04: Gait, Mobility, and Motivation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-05-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in May 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #05: Feet First](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-06-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2-hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in June 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #03: Finding Ease in the Lower Back](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-04-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in April 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #13: Passive and active spinal extension](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-02-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in February 2025. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #14: Front, Back and Sides](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-03-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in March 2025. Recordings will be available for 30 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #06: Apana: The Downward Movement of Prana](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-07-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2-hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in July 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #07: Sedate, Neutralize, Stimulate, Integrate](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-08-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2-hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in August 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #08: Opening Each Moment to the Granularity of Experience](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-09-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in September 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days unless this class is purchased through one of the subscription options, where there are more benefits. See the description below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #09: Small Movements Can Have Big Effects](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-10-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been recorded. This is deliberate so that she can create each class as she explores what she is most interested in, in the weeks prior to each class. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2-hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in October 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #10: Safety, Support & Sufficiency - Pranayama and Seated Forward Bends and Twists](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-11-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in November 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #11: Easing into Opening - Floor Extension & Standing Postures](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-12-24/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in December 2024. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Mastering Simplicity Class #12: Calibrating Center](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/ms-01-25/): The Mastering Simplicity sessions reflect how yoga was once taught, with teacher and student meeting each other with openness and inquisitiveness about what might arise. Because Donna wishes to teach from what is most current within her practice, there won’t be a detailed description of each monthly class until after it has been broadcast. This is deliberate so that we can enter each class without preconceived expectations and receive fresh awareness. This is an invitation to explore and discover new experiences from often familiar practices. The classes are offered monthly and will consist of a 2- hour livestream class. 1.5 hours of guided practice followed by 30 minutes for questions, reflections, and community connection. This class was recorded in January 2025. Recordings will be available for 31 days after purchase, unless you choose to subscribe. Subscriptions offer greater benefits, particularly for teachers, which you can learn more about here. See the description of this class below for more details.
- [Core Steadiness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-core/): Class #11 - Core Steadiness: Finding cohesion through the center of the body as the support for expansion. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Foundations of Restoratives (Part Two): Cooling and Calming](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsw-8-restoratives-pt2/): This two hour 15 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes a bonus pdf resource and a recorded Q&A video (approx 30 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Foundations of Restoratives (Part One): Balance, Sedate, Stimulate](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsw-7-restorative-pt1/): This two hour 15 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes a bonus pdf resource and a recorded Q&A video (approx 30 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Back Bending with Ease: Structural Support (Part Two)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-back-bending-pt-2/): This two hour 15 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes a bonus pdf resource booklet and a recorded Q&A video (approx 20 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Back Bending with Ease: Developmental Support (Part One)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-back-bending-pt-1/): This two hour 15 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes a bonus pdf resource booklet and a recorded Q&A video (approx 20 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Centering Down: Turning Inwards to Expand Outwards](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-center-down/): This two hour (approx) workshop is pre-recorded. Includes a bonus pdf resource booklet and a recorded Q&A video (approx 20 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Internal Respiration: The Substratum of our Aliveness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-respiration/): This two hour 30 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes bonus pdf resource material and Q&A section (approx 30 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [From Inertia to Energy: When You Can’t Get Off the Floor](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-energy/): This two hour 30 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes bonus pdf resource material and Q&A section (approx 30 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [Embodying “Yield”: Aligning the Body with Ground, Gravity and Space](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lse-yield-a/): This two hour 30 minute workshop is pre-recorded. Includes bonus pdf resource material and Q&A section (approx 30 minutes). Access Duration: 30 days from purchase Expiry Time: 11:59 PM NZST Unlimited replays accessible until expiry.
- [SIJ-2 Dos and Don'ts](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/sij2-dos-donts/): More and more Yoga practitioners (and teachers) are showing up to class with debilitating sacroiliac joint (SIJ) discomfort becoming members of a rapidly growing international “SIJ Club.” In many instances, SIJ issues in Yoga practitioners are the consequence of repetitive dysfunctional movements, skewed body mechanics and forceful overstretching. Little by little, these actions can erode the inherent stability of the pelvis, resulting in pain and movement impairment not only in the lower back, but contributing to issues from neck to feet including sciatica. These three mini tutorials were created in response to Donna's observation that these three practices are major contributors to the worldwide phenomenon of preventable SIJ dysfunction and pain.
- [Pathways to a Centered Body (USA)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/pathways/): Yoga teachers Donna Farhi and Leila Stuart have joined forces to produce a definitive guide to centering the body, sharing their gentle, yet incredibly effective, approach to balancing body structure for optimal pain-free movement. This book demystifies the catch phrase “core fitness” and teaches you how to center your pelvis and find optimal spinal alignment as the foundation for true core strength and stability.
- [Series 2 - Class #02 with Donna: Movement as Meditation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-movement/): Class #2 - Movement as Meditation Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 2 - Class #06 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Inner Currents](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-flow2/): Class #6 - Sequential Flow: Inner Currents Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Pathways to a Centered Body - Companion Video (Download not a DVD)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/pcb-companion-video/): In this 20 minute video, Donna unpacks three dynamic practices step by step to give you deeper understanding of some important subtleties in three practices featured in the book Pathways to a Centered Body.
- [e-Voucher-10](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/e-voucher-10/): To gift these vouchers, simply click "Send as a gift" and you can then customise your message and enter their email address. The voucher value shown is in USD. Mix and match vouchers to gift the value you choose. Vouchers can be added to your account or the code entered in at checkout, and used as partial of full payment. Any remaining credit will show in the Account Details section of your My-Account profile page under Gift Cards, and can be used future purchases. Vouchers expire after one year from the date of purchase.
- [Series 1 - Class #01 with Donna: Unwinding](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-unwinding/): Class #1 - Unwinding: Experience gentle release of the body through spinal rotation and full-body spiralling. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [e-Voucher-50](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/voucher-50/): To gift these vouchers, simply click "Send as a gift" and you can then customise your message and enter their email address. The voucher value shown is in USD. Mix and match vouchers to gift the value you choose. Vouchers can be added to your account or the code entered in at checkout, and used as partial of full payment. Any remaining credit will show in the Account Details section of your My-Account profile page under Gift Cards, and can be used future purchases. Vouchers expire after three years from date of purchase.
- [Series 1 - Class #03 with Donna: The Lateral Line](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-lateral/): Class #3 - Lateral Line: Through side bending we release deeply held tension and liberate movement potential. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 1 - Class #05 with Donna: Spinal Extension](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-spinal/): Class #5 - Spinal Extension: Exploring back bending as an easeful and joyful movement that can support lifelong erect posture. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 1 - Class #09 with Donna: Restoratives](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-restoratives/): Class #9 - Restoratives: Practice to deeply revitalise and nourish. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 1 - Class #13 with Donna: Restoratives and Yoga Nidra](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc-df-nidra/): Class #13 - Waking Up For Yoga Nidra: Preparation through a simple enlivening practice paves the way for a deep dive into the practice of Yoga Nidra. Time and date: A video of this class is now available immediately. Purchased alone, this will give you 30 days of access to the recording, or between 60 and 180 days if you buy one of the bundle offers. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 2 - Class #04 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Origins of Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-flow1/): Class #4 - Sequential Flow: Origins of Alignment Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 2 - Class #08 with Donna: Gentle Back Bends–Strong Spine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-spine/): Class #8 - Gentle Back Bends–Strong Spine Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Series 2 - Class #10 with Donna: Channeling Your Inner Fish](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-fish/): Class #10 - Channeling Your Inner Fish Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.
- [Yoga for Core Integration - Enhancing Structural Balance for Pain-Free Living](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/course-core-body/): Lifetime Access Both Parts 1 & 2 are included in this purchase. Two PowerPoint lectures and four Video Tutorials. “Donna’s work is of the highest integrity, cohesion and value I have ever found in 37 years of my Yoga path. Simply the best of the best.” ~ Carol Stall Donna’s teaching has greatly increased my understanding of biomechanics and human movement, taking the concepts far beyond standard health science textbooks. Applying this knowledge to yoga creates a profound awareness of subtle changes and possibilities within the human body and spirit. I am looking forward to integrating this with my studies in yoga, remedial massage and mind-body medicine. Above all, I really appreciated Donna’s grounded, practical approach to yoga and teaching.” ~Kelly Elizabeth Fox, Australia “Donna’s in-depth knowledge of the spinal column is outstanding. The intelligence of the information is remarkable. Donna helped me bring my awareness internally to a level that I have not previously experienced.” ~ Lilly Markaic
- [The Breathing Book - Paperback (US)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/breathing-book-us/): A new approach to improving the quality of life through your most accessible resource: your breath. Internationally renowned yoga instructor Donna Farhi presents a refreshingly simple and practical guide to reestablishing proper breathing techniques that will dramatically improve your physical and mental health. Complete with more than seventy-five photos and illustrations, The Breathing Book offers a thorough and inspiring program that you can tailor to your specific needs. Whether you need an energy boost or are seeking a safe, hassle-free way to cope with everyday stress, you will find answers here.
- [Bringing Yoga to Life - Paperback (US)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/bringing-yoga-to-life-us/): Internationally renowned and bestselling author Donna Farhi moves yoga practice beyond the mat into our everyday lives, restoring the tradition's intended function as a complete, practical philosophy for daily living. Expanding upon the teachings of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the core text of the yoga tradition, Donna Farhi describes yoga's transforming power as a complete life practice, far beyond its common reduction to a mere exercise routine or stress management. This is the philosophy of yoga as a path to a deeper awareness of self. Drawing upon her years of teaching with students, Farhi guides readers through all the pitfalls and promises of navigating a spiritual practice.
- [Yoga Mind, Body and Spirit - Paperback (US)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/yoga-mind-body-spirit-us/): The author of Yoga Journal's most-read column presents the first holistic guide to yoga A user-friendly guide illustrated with 240 two-color photographs and illustrations, Yoga Mind, Body & Spirit sets forth the tenets of this gentle yet rigorous exercise as no other book has. Integrating the teachings of every tradition, internationally renowned yoga instructor Donna Farhi reveals how yoga enhances the connections between the mind, body, and spirit. She outlines the seven simple movement principles that underlie all human motion and provides exercises to help readers understand how they can achieve all yoga postures. She also discusses the ten ethical precepts that are the foundation of all yoga teachings and explains how to incorporate them into a spiritually and emotionally rewarding inner practice. First published 1st may 2000, and sill used as a curricular text in many Yoga Teacher Trainings.
- [Bringing Yoga to Life - Paperback (UK)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/bringing-yoga-life-uk/): Internationally renowned and bestselling author Donna Farhi moves yoga practice beyond the mat into our everyday lives, restoring the tradition's intended function as a complete, practical philosophy for daily living. Expanding upon the teachings of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the core text of the yoga tradition, Donna Farhi describes yoga's transforming power as a complete life practice, far beyond its common reduction to a mere exercise routine or stress management. This is the philosophy of yoga as a path to a deeper awareness of self. Drawing upon her years of teaching with students, Farhi guides readers through all the pitfalls and promises of navigating a spiritual practice.
- [Teaching Yoga - Paperback (UK)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/teaching-yoga-uk/): Drawing on decades of experience in training yoga teachers, Donna Farhi offers the first book to set professional standards for yoga teachers. Teaching Yoga explores with depth and compassion a variety of topics both practical and philosophical, including how to create healthy boundaries; the student-teacher relationship (including whether a sexual relationship is acceptable); how to create physical and emotional safety for the student; what is a reasonable class size; how much a class should cost; and how to conduct the business of teaching while upholding the integrity of yoga as a philosophy, a science, and an art. A bonus CD features the author speaking about yoga ethics at a 2002 conference.
- [The Breathing Book - Paperback (UK)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/breathing-book-uk/): A new approach to improving the quality of life through your most accessible resource: your breath. Internationally renowned yoga instructor Donna Farhi presents a refreshingly simple and practical guide to reestablishing proper breathing techniques that will dramatically improve your physical and mental health. Complete with more than seventy-five photos and illustrations, The Breathing Book offers a thorough and inspiring program that you can tailor to your specific needs. Whether you need an energy boost or are seeking a safe, hassle-free way to cope with everyday stress, you will find answers here.
- [The Art and Science of Teaching Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/the-art-and-science-of-teaching-yoga/): In this insightful keynote delivered at the 2013 Australian Yoga Therapy Conference Donna shares the pedagogic model she has developed over three decades of instruction. Considered “the teacher of teachers” Donna discusses the art and science of being an effective Yoga teacher and how this involves having a clear strategy and ethos that informs, supports and guides what we say and do with our students.
- [Meeting the Challenge: Yoga & Money](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/yoga-ll-money/): “You can’t wait for other people to recognise your value. You need to be able to say what you are worth.” ~ Mika Brzezinski A two hour presentation busting myths and exposing exploitative methods that hamstring Yoga teachers' earning potential, followed two weeks later by a two hour participant-led Q&A with Donna. Meeting the Challenge: Yoga & Money (Part One: Seminar) Meeting the Challenge: Yoga and Money (Part Two: Curated Q & A) Recordings are available for 90 days. Participant feedback: "So much insight on many levels, helped me to explore my own worth as a practitioner. I would highly recommend it to any bodyworker." Sarah Wilson (UK) "The presentation was fully engaging and mix of information and interaction, as well as opportunity to re visit it. Gave me the validation and incentive to get going in ways I had been feeling. Very much relevant to the particular field of work and thought provoking rather than just blanket strategy. Brought results!" Saraseva S (Yoga Teacher NZ) "The content is inspiring and provides an opportunity to recognize wrong beliefs and pave my way to continuing the yoga journey. I was really impressed by Donna's embodiment and wisdom." Yue Y (Yoga Teacher, China)
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- [Yoga Nidra: Balancing Emotions & Cultivating Calmness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/yoga-nidra-balancing-emotions-cultivating-calmness/): Musical accompaniment by Prabhu Osoniqs In this 34 minute live recording Donna will guide you through a gentle process beginning with a simple yet profoundly effective movement of the attention through the physical body, alternating between the left and right sides of the body.* Full Information Below ↓
- [Yoga for Lower Back Pain: Keys to Sacroiliac Stability and Ease of Movement](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/course-sij/): This course provides detailed and highly relevant teaching that qualifies for 13 non-contact hour CEU's with Yoga Alliance or 13 APD Hours with the International Association of Yoga Therapists.
- [Sacroiliac Joint Ten Mini Tutorials](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/sij2-mini-x10/): More and more Yoga practitioners (and teachers) are showing up to class with debilitating sacroiliac joint (SIJ) discomfort becoming members of a rapidly growing international “SIJ Club.” In many instances, SIJ issues in Yoga practitioners are the consequence of repetitive dysfunctional movements, skewed body mechanics and forceful overstretching. Little by little, these actions can erode the inherent stability of the pelvis, resulting in pain and movement impairment not only in the lower back, but contribute to issues from neck to feet including sciatica. This mini course was created in response to common questions from the full 13 hour sacroiliac course when it was first released and while all aspects are covered in the full course, there's over an hour of teaching here that offers ten bite sized focal points that will help resolve sacroiliac instability for you or your students.
- [Yoga Nidra: Opening The Heart](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/yoga-nidra-opening-heart/): Musical accompaniment by Prabhu Osoniqs In this 30 minute live recording, you will be guided into a deep state of openness and receptivity to explore cultivating positive qualities of the heart. Full Information Below ↓
- [Yoga Nidra:Befriending Yourself](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/yoga-nidrabefriending-yourself/): This 39 minute recording made live during one of Donna’s retreats, focuses on learning to see oneself as “the beloved friend” so that Yoga Nidra becomes a conscious act of self-blessing.
- [Series 2 - Class #12 with Donna: Restorative Reset](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/study/lsc0922-df-restorative/): Class #12 - Restorative Reset Time and date: Now available as a recording. Teacher: Donna Farhi.

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- [For the Love of Rest – Karla Brodie](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/rest-and-love-life/): In the afternoon, Karla Brodie, will guide you through a series of Restorative Yoga postures with handy hints for tailoring each practice to create ambrosial comfort.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking Discussion – Donna Farhi](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ayurvedic-cooking-discussion/): Donna discusses some principles of Ayurvedic cooking with particular reference to two of her favourite kitchari recipes; one for warm summer conditions and one for cooler climes.
- [Self-care and Self-renewal – Donna Farhi](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/sustain-body-mind-and-spirit-donna-farhi/): This morning yoga class, led by Donna, is designed to gently enliven the body and calm the mind and emotions.
- [Session Two](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-two-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #2 10 AM Support Circle #2 7 PM Resources Back to top… Experiential Class Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #02 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Chant and Body Centering, Introduction Q – 7:43 A – 8:33 Gabrielle Meech: Can you please discuss
- [Session One](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-one-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle 10 AM #01Support Circle 7 PM #01Resources for this session Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #01 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Chant and Body Centering, Introduction &Rules vs Principles Q – 42:08 A – 42:25 Melanie Berthaud:
- [Session Fourteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-fourteen-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Closing Circle ReplayResources INTEGRATED CLASS 1 Back to top… INTEGRATED CLASS 2 Closing Circle Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure 21:29 Introduction of the Labyrinthe Inspired Spiral Exercise 5 Minute Reflection 24:09 29:16 Five minutes of reflection time
- [Session Thirteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-thirteen-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Support Circle #13 – ReplayResources Integrated Class 1 Back to top… Integrated Class 2 Support Circle #13 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Notices, Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure D – 8:42 Deeper Discussion from posts on Connect Balancing Teaching Intent with Clients’ needs
- [Session Twelve](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eleven-3-2-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #12 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #12 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure D – :57 Donna F: Practice of Establishing and Maintaining Neutrality Neutrality Q – 1:09:07 D –
- [Session Eleven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eleven-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #11 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #11 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure D – 16:30 Discussion Questions: What happens when trauma-insensitivity is baked into a method or tradition? Can
- [Session Ten](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-ten-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #10 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #10 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure Q – 0:06:24D – 0:09:08 Sandra R: Learning to engage my pelvis in Chaturanga Dandasana is a
- [Session Nine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-nine-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical Class Support Circle #09 – Replay Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #09 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure Q – 8:57 D – Raffa V: Could Donna elaborate on the balance between willpower,
- [Session Eight](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eight-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #08 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #08 – Replay Pending Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure Q – 10:23 D – 11:03 Raffa V: The question to you Donna is about the
- [Session Seven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-seven-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #07 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Notes for this video: Donna Refers to Pg 49 (Module 2 Manual) = Pg 132 Side-Angle Pose (Parsvakonasana) Support Circle #07- Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure
- [Session Six](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-six-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle#06 -ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #06 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, Poem & Circle Structure Q – 12:19 D – 12:59 May L: To be honest, I am quite lost during the experiential
- [Session Five](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-five-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical Class Support Circle #05 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #05 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Introduction to Dyad Discussion Breakout Discussion – 15:55 Primary Question: What is your central challenge in incorporating a
- [Session Four](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-four-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #04 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #04 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure Q – 07:03 D – 07:53 Astrid Wiesmayr: In my yoga classes there are students who like
- [Session Three](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-three-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #03 – ReplayResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #03 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Circle Structure D – 8:57 Emma D’Souza: Emma describes what teaching an accessible yoga means to her, the change
- [Session Two](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-two-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #02 ReplayResources for this Session Back to top… Experiential Class Theoretical Class Support Circle #02 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Body Centering & Session Structure Q – 23:27 A&D – 24:03 Aroha H: To avoid the good/bad dichotomy with collapsing, propping and
- [Session One](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-one-3-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #01 ReplayResources for this session Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Support Circle #01 Time Stamp Questions (Q), Answers (A), Discussion (D) &Presentation Topics Category 0:00 Body Centering & Introduction Q – 22:47 A&D – 23:56 Vira Siregar: What would be the recommended way of self-study
- [Mastering Simplicity January 2025](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-jan-13/): Key Moments: Introduction 0:00 Experiential practice begins Centering:05:27 Warming Up: – Prone Half Butterfly with MR Ball and variations 16:07 Active practice: – Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana). 35:38 – Constructive Rest Position 40:20
- [Mastering Simplicity December 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-dec-11/): Key Moments: Introduction 0:00 Experiential practice begins Centering:08:58 Warming Up: – Spinal Extension 12:40 Active practice: – Spinal Rolls 28:36 – Horseperson’s Flow (Utkatasana Vinyasana) 36:13 – Sun Salutation
- [Mastering Simplicity November 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-nov-10/): Key Moments: Introduction 0:00 Experiential practice begins Centering:08:51 Warming Up: – Extended Child’s Pose (Balasana). 25:20 – Twisted Child’s Pose (Parvrtta Balasana). 28:07 – Wrist Release in Kneeling 30:14 ​ Active practice:
- [Class #10: Free the Head, Neck and Shoulders](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/free-class-10/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 1)
- [Class #09: Twisting from Our Inner Spirals](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/twisting-class-09/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 2)
- [Class #08: Fluidity and Form](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/fluidity-class-08/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 1)
- [Class #06: Befriending the Breath, Gravity and Space](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/breath-class-06/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 1)
- [Class #05: Forward Bending with Grace and Gratitude](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/forward-bending-class-05/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 2)
- [Class #07: Centered Body Calm Mind](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/centered-class-07/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 1)
- [Class #01: Sideways With Somatic Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/sideways-class-01/): Livestream Class Replay (Series 2)
- [Mastering Simplicity October 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-oct-09/): Key Moments: Introduction 0:00 Experiential practice begins Centering:05:52 Warming Up: Constructive Rest Position (CRP) 12:01 – Knee Circles 15:41 – Knee Figure Eights: Side to side 19:46 – Knee Figure Eights: To & fro 21:48
- [Mastering Simplicity September 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-sep-08/)
- [Mastering Simplicity May 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-may-04/)
- [Mastering Simplicity February 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-feb-01/)
- [Mastering Simplicity April 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-apr-03/)
- [Mastering Simplicity March 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-mar-02/)
- [Integration Support Circle Replays: Feb-Sept 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/integration-support-circles-replays/): On this page Support Circle #09 Replay Support Circle #10 Replay Support Circle #11 Replay Support Circle #12 Replay Support Circle #13 Replay Support Circle #14 Replay Support Circle #15 Replay Support Circle #16 Replay Support Circle #13 Replay Support Circle #14 Replay Back to top… Support Circle #09 Replay Support Circle #10 Replay At
- [The Yoga of Money: Moving Beyond Myths and Stepping Into Abundance Part 2](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/may24-yoga-of-money-pt2/): The Yoga of Money Part 2 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Gathering Structure D – 8:57 General Discussion: Yoga Sutras and Belief Systems Money: Perspectives Q – 56:42 D – 57:11 Alchemy T: In the “Yoga of Money” presentation, you mentioned that teachers would gain students as they taught, my
- [Mastering Simplicity June 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-jun-05/)
- [The Yoga of Money: Moving Beyond Myths and Stepping Into Abundance Part 1](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/may24-yoga-of-money-pt1/): Setting the Scene – The Yoga of Money Part 1 Replay Key Moments: Contribution from Kate: 1:05:32 Contribution from Angela: 1:09:26 Contribution from Richard: 1:11:13 Contribution from Diane: 1:29:56 Contract Template: Template Terms of Use The following teaching contract template is what I currently use when I am teaching in physical space. It has been
- [Mastering Simplicity August 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-aug-07/)
- [Mastering Simplicity July 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-jul-06/)
- [Mastering Simplicity August 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ms-aug-07-4/)
- [Yoga Foundations - Class One](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/class-one/)
- [Class #5: Core Steadiness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/core-steadiness/): Class #5 Replay Is The Art of Teaching for me? Find out at a Gathering. Join Donna at an online Gathering for a 30-minute “taster” class, to ask her your questions on The Art of Teaching or to learn more about the structure and content of this inspirational course. Length: 1-1/4 hours A replay will
- [Class #4: The Lateral Line](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/lateral-line/): Class #4 Replay Is The Art of Teaching for me? Find out at a Gathering. Join Donna at an online Gathering for a 30-minute “taster” class, to ask her your questions on The Art of Teaching or to learn more about the structure and content of this inspirational course. Length: 1-1/4 hours A replay will
- [Class #3 Back Bending with Ease: Structural Support (Part Two)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/back-pt2/): Class #3 Replay Is The Art of Teaching for me? Find out at a Gathering. Join Donna at an online Gathering for a 30-minute “taster” class, to ask her your questions on The Art of Teaching or to learn more about the structure and content of this inspirational course. Length: 1-1/4 hours A replay will
- [Class #2 Back Bending with Ease: Developmental Support (Part One)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/back-part1/): Class #2 Replay Is The Art of Teaching for me? Find out at a Gathering. Join Donna at an online Gathering for a 30-minute “taster” class, to ask her your questions on The Art of Teaching or to learn more about the structure and content of this inspirational course. Length: 1-1/4 hours A replay will
- [Class #1 From Inertia to Energy: When You Can’t Get Off the Floor](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/energy/): Class #1 Replay Is The Art of Teaching for me? Find out at a Gathering. Join Donna at an online Gathering for a 30-minute “taster” class, to ask her your questions on The Art of Teaching or to learn more about the structure and content of this inspirational course. Length: 1-1/4 hours A replay will
- [Scarcity Marketing – Good & Bad Examples](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-make-more-sales-without-needing-more-traffic_certificate-2/): In this lesson, we introduce the concept of scarcity marketing. And very importantly: we look at some examples of how not to do it and the principles for doing it right. Scarcity marketing is tricky in this regard. If you do it right, it’s incredibly powerful. But if you do it wrong, it can cost you dearly and damage your reputation.
- [Mastering Your Technique and Presentation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-from-internet-rubbish-to-content-gold_certificate-2/): Check these 4 things before publishing any content online. If you get one of these wrong, the actual content of your blog will not even matter all that much…
- [Two Scarcity Marketing Recipes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-make-more-sales-without-needing-more-traffic_certificate-4/): In this short lesson, we introduce two recipes you can apply to your business: the “under the radar” promotion and the classic product launch or sale. You’ll see the exact steps and timings required to make these promotions as effective as possible.
- [Behind the Scenes: Our Exact Scarcity Marketing Sequence](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-make-more-sales-without-needing-more-traffic_certificate-3/): Continuing the theme of keeping it real, in this video we take a look at the exact scarcity marketing sequence we used on one of our product launches. And by exact, I mean: you’ll see the actual emails we sent, the exact timings of when we sent them and the sales results corresponding to them.
- [Why Most Internet Content Never Sees The Light of Day](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-from-internet-rubbish-to-content-gold_certificate/): Over two million blog articles are written every day. And most of them will never be read. Discover why this happens and how to avoid being part of this junkyard of internet rubbish.
- [Introduction – From Internet Rubbish to Content Marketing Gold](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-build-a-conversion-focused-website-from-scratch_certificate/): Why is it so hard to create engaging content? And what is engaging content actually? Discover what you’ll need to learn in order to make your content marketing efficient
- [Intro & Proof](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-make-more-sales-without-needing-more-traffic_certificate/): To start with, we’ll take a look at some proof. That way, you’ll see that the recipes in this course actually work (and produce some impressive results) in the real world and aren’t just marketing theory.
- [Introduction – From Internet Rubbish to Content Marketing Gold](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/thrive-themes-multi-step-mastery-build-a-targeted-mailing-list_certificate/): Why is it so hard to create engaging content? And what is engaging content actually? Discover what you’ll need to learn in order to make your content marketing efficient
- [Coming Home to Yourself](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/coming-home-to-yourself/): Class #8 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual for Class #8, the Quick Guide and Connect community links for more engagement with your peers. Support Circle #8 – Replay
- [Creating Space with Side Bends](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/creating-space-with-side-bends/): Class #7 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual and Quick Guide for Class #7 and remember to visit Connect where you can engage with other course participants. Homeplay for Class #07: You will be invited to share your findings in peer-to-peer small groups in this week’s Support Circle Guideline:
- [Unwinding with Twists and Spirals](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/unwinding-with-twists-and-spirals/): Class #6 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual and Quick Guide for Class #6 and remember to visit Connect where you can engage with other course participants. Support Circle #6 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Q- 0:48:38A- 0:49:52 Fiona: I have a question relating to this topic
- [Making Friends with Back Bends](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/making-friends-with-back-bends/): Class #5 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual and Quick Guide for Class #5 along with a new supplement for this and the remaining class Quick Guides. Homeplay for Class #05: You will be invited to share your findings in peer-to-peer small groups in next week’s Support Circle Guideline:
- [Moving from Centre](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/moving-from-centre/): Class #4 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual for Class #4 and the Class #4 Quick Guide. Homeplay Class #04: You will be invited to share your findings in peer-to-peer small groups in the Class #05 Support Circle Guideline: Practice the Wave of the Breath Inquiry. Observe which parts
- [Aligning the Spine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/aligning-the-spine/): Class #3 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual for Class #3 and the Class #3 Quick Guide. Support Circle #3 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Report – 06:52 Response – 09:21 Sarah: Reports on what is happening as she introduces this material slowly to some of her
- [Moving and Breathing with Ease](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/moving-and-breathing-with-ease/): Class #1 Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual for Class #1 and the Class #1 Quick Guide. Support Circle #1 Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Q- 43:12 A- 44:05 Avi: How do you balance between instructing and questioning when considering sharing relevant knowledge or information without becoming authoritarian? Q-
- [Building Strength and Support](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/building-strength-and-support/): Class #2 – Replay Scroll down to the resources section to download the manual for Class #2 and the Class #2 Quick Guide. Support Circle #2 – Replay Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Q- 50:54 A- 51:24 Olga: Can you offer guidance on how to manage beginners who may be fidgety or impatient during a
- [Video 10 of 10: Non-Negotiable Body Contracts: How Making Agreements with Yourself is the Path to Healing Your Sacroiliac Joint Pain.](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-10-of-10-non-negotiable-body-contracts-how-making-agreements-with-yourself-is-the-path-to-healing-your-sacroiliac-joint-pain/): At the heart of healing is our relationship with our body. The cultural message of “no pain, no gain” has become deeply embedded in our Yoga community, expressing itself as self-coercion, pushing through pain, and even spiritualising pain as a badge of merit. Learning to see pain as a messenger from the body to “try
- [Video 8 of 10: Why Stretching is NOT the Answer to Sacroiliac Pain](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-8-of-10-why-stretching-is-not-the-answer-to-sacroiliac-pain/): Anyone who has ever had a sacroiliac joint (SIJ) that has become jammed in a misaligned position will know the craving to STRETCH can be irresistible and yet this intuitive response is not the one to follow. By understanding the dynamics of SIJ displacement, this tutorial lays out the science behind the counterintuitive response: strengthening through active muscular engagement.
- [Video 1 of 10: How One of the Most Common Yoga Instructions can Destroy your Sacroiliac Joints](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/how-one-of-the-most-common-yoga-instructions-can-destroy-your-sacroiliac-joints-sij/): Despite decades of anatomical and kinesiological understanding of pelvic and hip function, many methods of Yoga still utilise alignment cues that erode the balance and stability of the sacroiliac joint. I continue to be dismayed to find that about 50% of every group I work with has been brainwashed into distorting their SIJ, knee and
- [Video 2 of 10: Flow and Vinyasana-Style Yoga: Could These Practices be Causing Your SIJ Instability?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-2-of-10-flow-and-vinyasana-style-yoga-could-these-practices-be-causing-your-sij-instability/): I love to do slow vinyasana-style Yoga as part of my practice. But consistent incorrect biomechanics during transitions can serve to slowly and sometimes imperceptibly erode sacroiliac joint function. By correcting the alignment of this one transitional movement, you can help yourself and your students to learn to stabilise and strengthen the hip and buttock
- [Video 3 of 10: What is Femoral Leveraging and How it Damages Your Sacroiliac Joints?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-3-of-10-what-is-femoral-leveraging-and-how-it-damages-your-sacroiliac-joints/): Gain confidence in managing your own or your students’ sacroiliac (SIJ) pain or instability, by gaining a deeper understanding of how each person’s unique anatomical variations or their practice patterns initiate or aggravate SIJ issues. Captions are available in English. To turn them on, click the CC icon on the video toolbar and select English.
- [Video 4 of 10: Low Back Pain or Sacroiliac Pain? Using the Pelvic Reset Practice?](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-4-of-10-low-back-pain-or-sacroiliac-pain-using-the-pelvic-reset-practice/): My chiropractor tells me that 70% of his clients that present with lower back pain (LBP) also have some involvement of the sacroiliac joints (SIJ). Many of the strategies that alleviate lower back pain are not effective for SIJ issues, and can sometimes make SIJ issues worse. By asking one simple question you may be
- [Video 5 of 10: Sweet Relief from Sacroiliac and Lower Back Pain: Sofa Pose!](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-5-of-10-sweet-relief-from-sacroiliac-and-lower-back-pain-sofa-pose/): One of the most important stages of recovery work is practicing in a way that reduces existing compression, inflammation and pain symptoms. Alleviating discomfort liberates attention for the active recovery work that will follow. Almost everyone has a living room sofa and this is often the best piece of yoga “equipment” for releasing a compressed
- [Video 6 of 10: Why Twisting Can Make Sacroiliac Joint Problems Worse: The Swivel Chair](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-6-of-10-why-twisting-can-make-sacroiliac-joint-problems-worse-the-swivel-chair/): In everyday life movements we reorient our pelvis as the precursor to spiral and twist– effectively minimising rotation in the parts of the spine least structurally adapted for rotation (lumbar spine and sacroiliac joint (SIJ)), and maximising the rotational capacity in the parts of the spine with the greatest structural “talent” for rotation (thoracic spine
- [Video 7 of 10: Three Steps to Deal to Your Sacroiliac Pain.](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-7-of-10-three-steps-to-deal-to-your-sacroiliac-pain/): While the sacroiliac joints (SIJ) are complex, there are basic, simple strategies that anyone can implement to protect the SIJ and recover stability. Learning to sit, stand, and sleep in positions that minimise shear on these joints can go a long way towards preventing ligamental over-stretching. Seemingly innocuous habits such as crossing the legs while
- [Video 9 of 10: Could Your Piriformis be a Culprit in Your Sacroiliac Joint Problem?  Safely Releasing that Pesky Piriformis.](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/video-9-of-10-could-your-piriformis-be-a-culprit-in-your-sacroiliac-joint-problem-safely-releasing-that-pesky-piriformis/): The piriformis muscle is in close proximity to the sciatic nerve and in some people the sciatic nerve runs through the muscle. Releasing the piriformis muscle can often help to alleviate conditions such as sciatica, but it can also help to alleviate sacroiliac (SIJ) issues. Unfortunately, many of the movements that release the piriformis can also put
- [Finding Your Inner Compass – Flank Pose (Parsvottanasana)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/flank_pose/): Flank Pose-Original Click thumbnail to start reading
- [Workshop #1 Embodying “Yield”: Aligning the Body with Ground, Gravity and Space](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-1-embodying-yield-aligning-the-body-with-ground-gravity-and-space/): How surely gravity’s law, strong as an ocean current, takes hold of even the smallest thing and pulls it toward the heart of the world. ~ Rilke, The Book of Hours II.16 In this workshop international teacher and writer Donna Farhi will take you on an experiential extravaganza combining poetry, brief lecture, and 1-1/2 hour gentle asana practice finishing with deep relaxation. What conditions need to be present for the body to breathe effortlessly and to move with graceful ease? When we align ourselves with the support of the earth through learning to yield we can utilize the force of gravity to our advantage, creating an effortless “self-renewing” quality to sitting, standing and moving. Breathing unfolds as a natural consequence of this relationship of trust: trust in ourselves and trust in nature. Embodying yield also helps us to downshift out of the upward/outward trajectory of the fight, flight or freeze response back into the grounded support of our parasympathetic and enteric nervous system. In doing so we can restore a sense of relaxation and resilience during a time when many of us feel overwhelmed and uncertain. This workshop is an unusual opportunity to gain access to Donna’s teaching in a short-form format. Please be ready for the workshop: • Note paper and pen • yoga mat, 3 blankets, 1 bolster, block and yoga belt, folding chair or dining room chair.
- [Workshop #2 From Inertia to Energy: When You Can’t Get Off the Floor](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-2-from-inertia-to-energy-when-you-cant-get-off-the-floor/): This is what Nature can teach us: To fall, patiently to trust our heaviness. even a bird has to do that before she can fly. ~ Rilke, The Book of Hours II.16 As we collectively face the challenges that COVID-19 have brought into our lives, many of us are experiencing a deep sense of fatigue that may have been just under the surface for quite some time: suppressed and supplanted by the grinding need to be perpetually productive. This physical lethargy may also be accompanied by feelings of sadness, depression and anxiety. ​ In this workshop, international teacher and writer Donna Farhi will share some strategies for accepting where we are and using this as a steppingstone to gently lure ourselves out of inertia. Instead of abandoning practice altogether, we can relish the soothing support of the ground and how the body is wisely attempting to downshift into the parasympathetic nervous system to build new resources. Our time on the floor will focus on increasing circulation and vitality through gradually freeing up tension in the neck, shoulders and spine. We’ll utilize gentle asanas, spinal oscillation and twists, as well as longer stays in supported Restorative postures, completing our time together with the profoundly relaxing practice of Yoga Nidra. Please be ready for the workshop: • Note paper and pen • yoga mat, 3 blankets, 1 bolster, block and yoga belt, a thin hand towel and 3 rubber bands, folding chair or dining room chair.
- [Workshop #3 Internal Respiration: The Substratum of our Aliveness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-3-internal-respiration-the-substratum-of-our-aliveness/): An Immoral said, “To learn the way of the Tao is like recalling what you have eaten in the morning. It is not impossible to do. To treasure breath is like loving your face and your eyes. It has never been unattainable.” ~ Master Great Nothing of Sung-Shan, Taoist Canon on Breathing In this workshop, international teacher and writer Donna Farhi will guide you through a deep exploration of the pathways into and the experience of cellular respiration. Our time together will combine brief lecture, guided inquiry and gentle asana practice finishing with the practice of Yoga Nidra. ​ Most of us are aware of external respiration: the filling and emptying of air into and out of the lungs supporting by the movement of the thoracic diaphragm. But what does this function serve? The very act of breathing is impelled by the ravenous requirement of our cells for oxygen and nutrients. As oxygen is transferred from the lungs into our blood it must be delivered to trillions of cells throughout our body. Internal respiration, otherwise known as cellular respiration, lies at the heart of our vitality, well-being and health. Becoming aware of this level of our somatic experience can utterly transform our yoga practice, helping us to attune to how we assist or obstruct this most vital process. Attuning to the inner hum of this most basic process moves the mind into a meditative state of being and resting and may facilitate a renewed sense of calm and quietude. ​ Please be ready for the workshop: • Note paper and pen • yoga mat, 3 blankets, 1 bolster, block and yoga belt, bath towel and hand towel, folding chair or dining room chair.
- [Workshop #4 Centering Down: Turning Inwards to Expand Outwards](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-4-centering-down-turning-inwards-to-expand-outwards/): “Every moment is a moment of learning. Every moment is a new moment if we allow it. Every moment can be an old moment if we allow that, and you can choose. . . A new connection, a new friendship, a new husband, a new wife . . . so the question is that you permit your nervous system to be awake for the moments, and moments, and moments. And if you would be there for it, how would this influence your life?” ~ Charlotte Selver, pioneer of Sensory Awareness Over three years ago, international teacher Donna Farhi broke her pelvis in two places as a result of serious riding accident. This experience led her to develop many innovative and effective practices for restoring core symmetry and strength, neuromuscular coordination and stability. Her many months and years of slow rehabilitation also allowed her to fully experience the extraordinary ability of the body to “self-suggest” what is needed and how through accepting and celebrating tiny increments of improvement we can rebuild extraordinary capacity. ​ In this workshop Donna will share a well-rounded practice protocol that begins with deep psoas release work, progresses to core strengthening work on the ground and standing, and finishes with supine core stabilization practices. Woven in between the lines of each of these practices is the yogic practice of “yama” or “constraint”, which moves us away from outward striving and brings the mind back into the present moment. Through continually retracing our steps inwards we build the capacity to expand and reach outwards. Embodying the deep honesty of constraint, we paradoxically build a pathway to greater and greater levels of freedom. ​ Please be ready for the workshop: • Note paper and pen • yoga mat, 3 blankets, 1 bolster, block and yoga belt, a Muscle Release Ball (Gertie Ball) 19 centimetres is ideal, folding chair or dining room chair.
- [Workshop #5 Back Bending with Ease: Developmental Support (Part One)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-5-back-bending-with-ease-developmental-support-part-one/): To maintain a graceful posture throughout our lives we need to do a little extension every day to counter the tendency of the spine to progressively become more rounded or kyphotic. While a little spinal extension is good, deep and repetitive back bending can compromise the integrity of the spine. What we do need is regular, gentle and easeful extension that maintains the fluid uprightness of the spine and keeps the spine strong for sitting, standing and moving. In this workshop we’ll explore the underlying support of a human developmental movement pattern in creating ease during spinal extension. Donna would like to assure all participants that she herself has limited extension of her spine and is more interested in helping you learn how to safely and enjoyably extend your back than in entertaining (or injuring you) with extreme back bending postures. You will come away from this clinic with invaluable tools for both correcting imbalances of the spine and improving postural alignment. All ages and abilities welcome.
- [Workshop #6 Back Bending with Ease: Structural Support (Part Two)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-6-back-bending-with-ease-structural-support-part-two/): Our culture conditions us to believe that as we age we begin an inevitable decline towards a rounded and compressed spine. This decline, however, is neither inevitable or desirable and there are many accessible practices we can implement in our yoga routine to maintain youthful elasticity. Even those who come to yoga late in life can vastly improve the fluidity, strength and verticality of their bodily experience. In this workshop Donna will work with you to strengthen structurally weak and vulnerable areas of the spine, while targeting those areas of the back that can tend towards rigidity and immobility. We’ll move through a well-rounded practice that you can integrate into your weekly routine, as well as mini-practices that you can incorporate into daily life to reduce the effects of long hours of sitting. Slouch no more! Restore your body’s capacity to self-support and sustain effortless verticality.
- [Workshop #7 Foundations of Restoratives (Part One): Balance, Sedate, Stimulate](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-7-foundations-of-restoratives-part-one-balance-sedate-stimulate/): In this workshop we will explore one of the first reflexes to develop that underlies our connection and bonding with the earth. The tonic labyrinthine reflex evokes an increased tonus, aliveness and weightedness when the front, side or back of the body makes contact with the ground. Through understanding these innate responses in your body you can begin to decipher the way in which Restorative Yoga postures can balance, sedate or stimulate your nervous system. Donna will guide you through several key Restorative postures with a focus on supporting lung health and deepening breathing function. She will also offer some creative adaptations for those with movement restrictions. For this workshop you will need: yoga mat, block and belt 3-4 blankets 2 bolsters Chair to support your lower legs Bath towel (preferably thick and fluffy!)
- [Workshop #8 Foundations of Restoratives (Part Two): Cooling and Calming](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/workshop-8-foundations-of-restoratives-part-two-cooling-and-calming/): We all experience times when we feel agitated, anxious and unsettled. During these times we can use our yoga practice as a form of self-soothing to recalibrate and build greater resilience. Donna will guide you in a Restorative Yoga sequence designed to draw the body and mind into a state of tranquillity through encouraging the flow of apana vayu, the downward flow of prana to the pelvic basin. This practice is highly adaptable: for women during their menstruation cycle, for those experiencing hot flashes and low energy during menopause, or simply for times when we are suffering from fatigue, anxiety or overwhelm. For this workshop you will need: yoga mat, block and belt 3-4 blankets 1-2 bolsters Dining room chair with a firm back 2 firm pillows 2 yoga blocks OR 2 cushions of about the same size Bath towel (preferably thick and fluffy!)
- [Livestream Class #10 with Lisa: Free the Head, Neck and Shoulders](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-lisa-free-the-head-neck-and-shoulders-2/): About this class: Somatics offers the gift of awareness, embodiment and freedom. For many Yoga teachers and students it is love at first sight! Learn how to make the unconscious conscious and notice what transforms in your life and practice. This class focuses on the dynamic relationship between your head, neck, shoulders and spine. We
- [Livestream Class #01with Lisa: Sideways with Somatic Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-01/): About This Class: Side bends inhabit a liminal space of possibility. We are neither moving forwards or backwards but in the fertile soil of ‘in-between asana’. This class will focus on developing a conscious conversation between our right and left sides, and investigates how our sides talk to our midline. We will investigate how to
- [Livestream Class #02 with Donna: Movement as Meditation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-02/): About This Class: “The moment opens. In it are contained Like tiny seeds a million more divisions.” ~ Jewel of the Moon, William Kotzwinkle When we invite present moment awareness into our yoga practice there is an opportunity to saviour the granularity of sensation. What we might have once experienced as a blunt transition or
- [Livestream Class #03 with Neal: Kindness in Motion](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/03/): About this class “When you carry out acts of kindness you get a wonderful feeling inside. It is as though something inside your body responds and says, yes, this is how I ought to feel.”~ Harold Kushner It has long been a passion of mine to bring kindness into my personal Yoga practice, my teaching,
- [Livestream Class #04 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Origins of Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-04/): About This Class: Through learning to initiate impulse from the ground and allowing this force to move unimpeded, we rediscover the organic origins of asana and its intimate relationship to the oceanic flow of the breath. As we learn how to use the ground as a springboard for movement, we begin the process of sending
- [Livestream Class #05 with Lisa: Forward Bending with Grace and Gratitude](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-05/): About this class ‘…with an eye made quiet by the power Of harmony and the deep power of joy, We see into the life of things.’ William Wordsworth This class is an opportunity to explore how we move inwards before we can move outwards. We are born curled into flexion. It is the first movement
- [Livestream Class #06 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Inner Currents](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-recorded-class-06-with-donna-sequential-flow-inner-currents/): About this class: The ability to intelligently sequence force through the body is the foundation of what we call “alignment”; alignment of the structure of the body; alignment of the energetic pathways that support the movement of prana and breath and an ultimate alignment of ourselves in relationship to ground, gravity, and space. Impulse not
- [Livestream Class #07 with Neal: Softening, Resting, Being, Presence](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-recorded-class-07-with-neal-softening-resting-being-presence/): About this class: This class is an invitation to release tension, to soften, to rest, to be and to come to a felt sense of our presence. Using the tools of Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and meditation, this is an opportunity for deeply resting and in this rest, this pausing and being, a possibility of
- [Livestream Class #08 with Donna: Gentle Back Bends–Strong Spine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-recorded-class-08-with-donna-gentle-back-bends-strong-spine/): About this class: Being able to do deep backbends seems to be the ultimate status symbol in Yoga Land, but is deep extension really that great for the spine? Are there safe and beneficial ways to maintain spinal integrity, strength, and graceful upright posture . . . especially as we age? In this class we’ll
- [Livestream Class #09 with Lisa: Twisting from Our Inner Spirals](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-recorded-class-09-with-lisa-twisting-from-our-inner-spirals/): About this class: The world is available to us. Can we be available to the world?’ ~ Thich Nhat Hahn This class explores our inner spirals through twisting asana. It’s an opportunity to discover a new sensory gorgeousness within your old best friend called yoga. How we create ourselves is one of the wondrous secrets
- [Livestream Class #10 with Donna: Channeling Your Inner Fish](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-donna-channeling-your-inner-fish/): About this class: So much of modern postural yoga practice is oriented in the to-and-fro of the sagittal plane. The rectangular shape of the standard yoga mat reinforces this linear dimension: inviting us to bend forwards, backwards or to stand sideways. While working in the sagittal plane can build strength and cohesion in the core
- [Livestream Class #11 with Neal: Moving From Center](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-neal-moving-from-center/): About this class “This pattern deep within our body supports the basic relationship rhythms of coming into self and going out to other, or the world … I have to be connected within myself and able to claim my own movement sphere before I feel comfortable moving in the world.”~ Peggy Hackney How can we
- [Livestream Class #12 with Donna: Restorative Reset](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-donna-restorative-reset/): About this class: In this Restorative deep dive, we’ll explore how the baroreceptor reflex (a carotid artery sensor that registers blood pressure) can support a downshift in the nervous system; slowing the heart rate and calming the activity of the mind. The baroreceptor reflex is a physiological phenomenon specific to postures such as Supported Bridge,
- [Livestream Class #02 with Donna: Movement as Meditation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-02-with-donna-movement-as-meditation/): About This Class: “The moment opens. In it are contained Like tiny seeds a million more divisions.” ~ Jewel of the Moon, William Kotzwinkle When we invite present moment awareness into our yoga practice there is an opportunity to saviour the granularity of sensation. What we might have once experienced as a blunt transition or
- [Livestream Class #04 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Origins of Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-recorded-class-04-with-donna-sequential-flow-origins-of-alignment/): About This Class: Through learning to initiate impulse from the ground and allowing this force to move unimpeded, we rediscover the organic origins of asana and its intimate relationship to the oceanic flow of the breath. As we learn how to use the ground as a springboard for movement, we begin the process of sending
- [Livestream Class #06 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Inner Currents](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-06-with-donna-sequential-flow-inner-currents/): About this class: The ability to intelligently sequence force through the body is the foundation of what we call “alignment”; alignment of the structure of the body; alignment of the energetic pathways that support the movement of prana and breath and an ultimate alignment of ourselves in relationship to ground, gravity, and space. Impulse not
- [Livestream Class #08 with Donna: Gentle Back Bends–Strong Spine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-08-with-donna-gentle-back-bends-strong-spine/): About this class: Being able to do deep backbends seems to be the ultimate status symbol in Yoga Land, but is deep extension really that great for the spine? Are there safe and beneficial ways to maintain spinal integrity, strength, and graceful upright posture . . . especially as we age? In this class we’ll
- [Livestream Class #10 with Donna: Channeling Your Inner Fish](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-donna-channeling-your-inner-fish-2/): About this class: So much of modern postural yoga practice is oriented in the to-and-fro of the sagittal plane. The rectangular shape of the standard yoga mat reinforces this linear dimension: inviting us to bend forwards, backwards or to stand sideways. While working in the sagittal plane can build strength and cohesion in the core
- [Livestream Class #12 with Donna: Restorative Reset](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-donna-restorative-reset-2/): About this class: In this Restorative deep dive, we’ll explore how the baroreceptor reflex (a carotid artery sensor that registers blood pressure) can support a downshift in the nervous system; slowing the heart rate and calming the activity of the mind. The baroreceptor reflex is a physiological phenomenon specific to postures such as Supported Bridge,
- [Livestream Class #01with Lisa: Sideways with Somatic Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-01with-lisa-sideways-with-somatic-yoga/): About This Class: Side bends inhabit a liminal space of possibility. We are neither moving forwards or backwards but in the fertile soil of ‘in-between asana’. This class will focus on developing a conscious conversation between our right and left sides, and investigates how our sides talk to our midline. We will investigate how to
- [Livestream Class #05 with Lisa: Forward Bending with Grace and Gratitude](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-05-with-lisa-forward-bending-with-grace-and-gratitude/): About this class ‘…with an eye made quiet by the power Of harmony and the deep power of joy, We see into the life of things.’ William Wordsworth This class is an opportunity to explore how we move inwards before we can move outwards. We are born curled into flexion. It is the first movement
- [Livestream Class #09 with Lisa: Twisting from Our Inner Spirals](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-09-with-lisa-twisting-from-our-inner-spirals/): About this class: The world is available to us. Can we be available to the world?’ ~ Thich Nhat Hahn This class explores our inner spirals through twisting asana. It’s an opportunity to discover a new sensory gorgeousness within your old best friend called yoga. How we create ourselves is one of the wondrous secrets
- [Livestream Class #01 with Lisa: Sideways with Somatic Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/lsc0922-lp-sideways-bndle-all/): About This Class: Side bends inhabit a liminal space of possibility. We are neither moving forwards or backwards but in the fertile soil of ‘in-between asana’. This class will focus on developing a conscious conversation between our right and left sides, and investigates how our sides talk to our midline. We will investigate how to
- [Livestream Class #02 with Donna: Movement as Meditation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-02-with-donna-movement-as-meditation-2/): About This Class: “The moment opens. In it are contained Like tiny seeds a million more divisions.” ~ Jewel of the Moon, William Kotzwinkle When we invite present moment awareness into our yoga practice there is an opportunity to saviour the granularity of sensation. What we might have once experienced as a blunt transition or
- [Livestream Class #03 with Neal: Kindness in Motion](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-03-with-neal-kindness-in-motion-2/): About this class “When you carry out acts of kindness you get a wonderful feeling inside. It is as though something inside your body responds and says, yes, this is how I ought to feel.”~ Harold Kushner It has long been a passion of mine to bring kindness into my personal Yoga practice, my teaching,
- [Livestream Class #04 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Origins of Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-04-with-donna-sequential-flow-origins-of-alignment/): About This Class: Through learning to initiate impulse from the ground and allowing this force to move unimpeded, we rediscover the organic origins of asana and its intimate relationship to the oceanic flow of the breath. As we learn how to use the ground as a springboard for movement, we begin the process of sending
- [Livestream Class #05 with Lisa: Forward Bending with Grace and Gratitude](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-05-with-lisa-forward-bending-with-grace-and-gratitude-2/): About this class ‘…with an eye made quiet by the power Of harmony and the deep power of joy, We see into the life of things.’ William Wordsworth This class is an opportunity to explore how we move inwards before we can move outwards. We are born curled into flexion. It is the first movement
- [Livestream Class #06 with Donna: Sequential Flow: Inner Currents](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-06-with-donna-sequential-flow-inner-currents-2/): About this class: The ability to intelligently sequence force through the body is the foundation of what we call “alignment”; alignment of the structure of the body; alignment of the energetic pathways that support the movement of prana and breath and an ultimate alignment of ourselves in relationship to ground, gravity, and space. Impulse not
- [Livestream Class #07 with Neal: Softening, Resting, Being, Presence](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-07-with-neal-softening-resting-being-presence-2/): About this class: This class is an invitation to release tension, to soften, to rest, to be and to come to a felt sense of our presence. Using the tools of Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and meditation, this is an opportunity for deeply resting and in this rest, this pausing and being, a possibility of
- [Livestream Class #08 with Donna: Gentle Back Bends–Strong Spine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-08-with-donna-gentle-back-bends-strong-spine-2/): About this class: Being able to do deep backbends seems to be the ultimate status symbol in Yoga Land, but is deep extension really that great for the spine? Are there safe and beneficial ways to maintain spinal integrity, strength, and graceful upright posture . . . especially as we age? In this class we’ll
- [Livestream Class #09 with Lisa: Twisting from Our Inner Spirals](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-09-with-lisa-twisting-from-our-inner-spirals-2/): About this class: The world is available to us. Can we be available to the world?’ ~ Thich Nhat Hahn This class explores our inner spirals through twisting asana. It’s an opportunity to discover a new sensory gorgeousness within your old best friend called yoga. How we create ourselves is one of the wondrous secrets
- [Livestream Class #10 with Donna: Channeling Your Inner Fish](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-donna-channeling-your-inner-fish-3/): About this class: So much of modern postural yoga practice is oriented in the to-and-fro of the sagittal plane. The rectangular shape of the standard yoga mat reinforces this linear dimension: inviting us to bend forwards, backwards or to stand sideways. While working in the sagittal plane can build strength and cohesion in the core
- [Livestream Class #11 with Neal: Moving From Center](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-neal-moving-from-center-3/): About this class “This pattern deep within our body supports the basic relationship rhythms of coming into self and going out to other, or the world … I have to be connected within myself and able to claim my own movement sphere before I feel comfortable moving in the world.”~ Peggy Hackney How can we
- [Livestream Class #12 with Donna: Restorative Reset](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-donna-restorative-reset-3/): About this class: In this Restorative deep dive, we’ll explore how the baroreceptor reflex (a carotid artery sensor that registers blood pressure) can support a downshift in the nervous system; slowing the heart rate and calming the activity of the mind. The baroreceptor reflex is a physiological phenomenon specific to postures such as Supported Bridge,
- [Livestream Class #03 with Neal: Kindness in Motion](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-03-with-neal-kindness-in-motion/): About this class “When you carry out acts of kindness you get a wonderful feeling inside. It is as though something inside your body responds and says, yes, this is how I ought to feel.”~ Harold Kushner It has long been a passion of mine to bring kindness into my personal Yoga practice, my teaching,
- [Livestream class #07 with Neal: Softening, Resting, Being, Presence](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-07-with-neal-softening-resting-being-presence/): About this class: This class is an invitation to release tension, to soften, to rest, to be and to come to a felt sense of our presence. Using the tools of Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and meditation, this is an opportunity for deeply resting and in this rest, this pausing and being, a possibility of
- [Livestream Class #11 with Neal: Moving From Center](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-neal-moving-from-center-2/): About this class “This pattern deep within our body supports the basic relationship rhythms of coming into self and going out to other, or the world … I have to be connected within myself and able to claim my own movement sphere before I feel comfortable moving in the world.”~ Peggy Hackney How can we
- [Livestream Class #08 with Lisa: Fluidity and Form](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-08-with-lisa-fluidity-and-form/): About this class: This class explores the practice of asana as a meditation in motion. It asks how do we feel our way into form from the inside out? We will examine how to create seamless flow within asana and vinyasa using sun salutations as our base and focusing on transitions within the practice as
- [Livestream Class #09 with Donna: Restoratives](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-09-with-donna-restoratives/): About this class: Someone I loved once told me that there are fragments within us that are the same age as the universe, and because we are matter, we can never be destroyed. That a part of us will live forever and ever, and that in making us the universe was celebrating itself, we are
- [Livestream Class #10 with Lisa: Free the Head, Neck and Shoulders](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-lisa-free-the-head-neck-and-shoulders/): About this class: Somatics offers the gift of awareness, embodiment and freedom. For many Yoga teachers and students it is love at first sight! Learn how to make the unconscious conscious and notice what transforms in your life and practice. This class focuses on the dynamic relationship between your head, neck, shoulders and spine. We
- [Livestream Class #11 with Donna: Core Steadiness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-donna-core-steadiness/): About this class Yoga Sutra III:29: “Concentrated attention on the primordial navel center brings understanding of all bodily systems.” In both Western and Eastern traditions the center of gravity within the pelvis is considered the calibrating keystone for organizing the entire body. Sometimes referred to as the hara,dantien or the deep navel center, refining the position of
- [Livestream Class #12 with Neal: Go With the Flow](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-neal-go-with-the-flow/): About this class: “We are fluid beings that have arrived on land.” – Emilie Conrad, Continuum founder This class is an invitation to embody our fluids. As we enter our practice, let us take our time to feel our way towards being fluid, liquid, watery (after all, we are primarily made mostly of water). Offering ourselves all
- [Livestream Class #13 with Donna: Restoratives and Yoga Nidra](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-13-with-donna-restoratives-and-yoga-nidra/): About this class Preparation through simple enlivening practice paves the way for a deep dive into the practice of Yoga Nidra. In the depths of deep dreamless sleep we experience ourselves as unbounded and unbroken and awaken feeling blissful and refreshed. How can we bring this previously unconscious experience into our waking reality? The deeply
- [Livestream Class #01 with Donna: Unwinding](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestreamcclass-01-with-donna-unwinding/): About This Class: The focus of the class is unraveling deeply held tension. Humans seem to intuitively know to move into rotation and twisting after long hours at the computer, at the end of a day crouched over weeds in the garden or at the beginning of a routine when we want to limber up.
- [Livestream Class #02 with Neal: Dynamic Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-02-with-neal-dynamic-alignment/): About This Class: In this class we will explore alignment. But what is alignment? And why might it be important? Patanjali suggests the posture of the body should be steady/stable, and comfortable/easeful. To be in a good space. (Yoga Sutra – 2.46, sthira-sukham asanam). Steadiness is sometimes connected to strength and to feeling grounded. Being comfortable
- [Livestream Class #03 with Donna: The Lateral Line](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-03-with-donna-the-lateral-line/): About this class When we activate and release the deep intervertebral muscles of the spine we restore the capacity of the back to move fluidly. Rediscovering the side-to-side wavelike motions of the spine comes through playful exploration as these are movements that may have become extinct in our everyday activities. In this class we
- [Livestream Class #04 with Neal: The Breathing, Moving Body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-04-with-neal-the-breathing-moving-body/): About This Class: Many traditions around the world, including Yoga of course, mention the important role breathing has in our life. In this class, the invitation is to prioritize the breath. When we breath, we move. We may move as we breath. And we may mindfully observe and attend to each breath, anchoring our attention
- [Livestream Class #05 with Donna: Spinal Extension](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-05-with-donna-spinal-extension/): About this class In order to maintain a graceful posture throughout our lives we need to do a little extension every day to counter the tendency of the spine to progressively become more rounded. This becomes especially important as we age and our structure undergoes subtle changes that can impact our mobility. From an evolutionary
- [Livestream Class #06 with Lisa: Befriend the Breath, Gravity and Space](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-06-with-lisa-befriend-the-breath-gravity-and-space/): About this class: What is your Yoga practice built on? One key foundation is your relationship to the ground, gravity, and space. This class explores how you relate to the pull of gravity and the expansiveness of space. It examines how these relationships are mediated by the breath, the bones and the dance of your
- [Livestream Class #07 with Lisa: Centered Body Calm Mind](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-07-with-lisa-centered-body-calm-mind/): About this class: The spine is the most fundamental support structure in the body. It acts as a trellis maintaining our upright integrity. We orient ourselves physically and psychologically around its central axis. Picture a tribal woman carrying a heavy water jar on her head. To do this, she has to have strong postural muscles,
- [Livestream Class #04 with Neal: The Breathing, Moving Body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-04-with-neal-the-breathing-moving-body-3/): About This Class: Many traditions around the world, including Yoga of course, mention the important role breathing has in our life. In this class, the invitation is to prioritize the breath. When we breath, we move. We may move as we breath. And we may mindfully observe and attend to each breath, anchoring our attention
- [Livestream Class #12 with Neal: Go With the Flow](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-neal-go-with-the-flow-3/): About this class: “We are fluid beings that have arrived on land.” – Emilie Conrad, Continuum founder This class is an invitation to embody our fluids. As we enter our practice, let us take our time to feel our way towards being fluid, liquid, watery (after all, we are primarily made mostly of water). Offering ourselves all
- [Livestream Class #02 with Neal: Dynamic Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-02-with-neal-dynamic-alignment-3/): About This Class: In this class we will explore alignment. But what is alignment? And why might it be important? Patanjali suggests the posture of the body should be steady/stable, and comfortable/easeful. To be in a good space. (Yoga Sutra – 2.46, sthira-sukham asanam). Steadiness is sometimes connected to strength and to feeling grounded. Being comfortable
- [Livestream Class #08 with Lisa: Fluidity and Form](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-08-with-lisa-fluidity-and-form-4/): About this class: This class explores the practice of asana as a meditation in motion. It asks how do we feel our way into form from the inside out? We will examine how to create seamless flow within asana and vinyasa using sun salutations as our base and focusing on transitions within the practice as
- [Livestream Class #10 with Lisa: Free the Head, Neck and Shoulders](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-10-with-lisa-free-the-head-neck-and-shoulders-3/): About this class: Somatics offers the gift of awareness, embodiment and freedom. For many Yoga teachers and students it is love at first sight! Learn how to make the unconscious conscious and notice what transforms in your life and practice. This class focuses on the dynamic relationship between your head, neck, shoulders and spine. We
- [Livestream Class #06 with Lisa: Befriend the Breath, Gravity and Space](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-06-with-lisa-befriend-the-breath-gravity-and-space-3/): About this class: What is your Yoga practice built on? One key foundation is your relationship to the ground, gravity, and space. This class explores how you relate to the pull of gravity and the expansiveness of space. It examines how these relationships are mediated by the breath, the bones and the dance of your
- [Livestream Class #07 with Lisa: Centered Body Calm Mind](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-07-with-lisa-centered-body-calm-mind-3/): About this class: The spine is the most fundamental support structure in the body. It acts as a trellis maintaining our upright integrity. We orient ourselves physically and psychologically around its central axis. Picture a tribal woman carrying a heavy water jar on her head. To do this, she has to have strong postural muscles,
- [Livestream Class #01 with Donna: Unwinding](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestreamcclass-01-with-donna-unwinding-3/): About This Class: The focus of the class is unraveling deeply held tension. Humans seem to intuitively know to move into rotation and twisting after long hours at the computer, at the end of a day crouched over weeds in the garden or at the beginning of a routine when we want to limber up.
- [Livestream Class #03 with Donna: The Lateral Line](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-03-with-donna-the-lateral-line-3/): About this class When we activate and release the deep intervertebral muscles of the spine we restore the capacity of the back to move fluidly. Rediscovering the side-to-side wavelike motions of the spine comes through playful exploration as these are movements that may have become extinct in our everyday activities. In this class we
- [Livestream Class #05 with Donna: Spinal Extension](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-05-with-donna-spinal-extension-3/): About this class In order to maintain a graceful posture throughout our lives we need to do a little extension every day to counter the tendency of the spine to progressively become more rounded. This becomes especially important as we age and our structure undergoes subtle changes that can impact our mobility. From an evolutionary
- [Livestream Class #09 with Donna: Restoratives](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-09-with-donna-restoratives-4/): About this class: Someone I loved once told me that there are fragments within us that are the same age as the universe, and because we are matter, we can never be destroyed. That a part of us will live forever and ever, and that in making us the universe was celebrating itself, we are
- [Livestream Class #11 with Donna: Core Steadiness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-donna-core-steadiness-3/): About this class Yoga Sutra III:29: “Concentrated attention on the primordial navel center brings understanding of all bodily systems.” In both Western and Eastern traditions the center of gravity within the pelvis is considered the calibrating keystone for organizing the entire body. Sometimes referred to as the hara,dantien or the deep navel center, refining the position of
- [Livestream Class #13 with Donna: Restoratives and Yoga Nidra](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-13-with-donna-restoratives-and-yoga-nidra-3/): About this class Preparation through simple enlivening practice paves the way for a deep dive into the practice of Yoga Nidra. In the depths of deep dreamless sleep we experience ourselves as unbounded and unbroken and awaken feeling blissful and refreshed. How can we bring this previously unconscious experience into our waking reality? The deeply
- [Livestream Class #08 with Lisa: Fluidity and Form](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-08-with-lisa-fluidity-and-form-3/): About this class: This class explores the practice of asana as a meditation in motion. It asks how do we feel our way into form from the inside out? We will examine how to create seamless flow within asana and vinyasa using sun salutations as our base and focusing on transitions within the practice as
- [Livestream Class #11 with Donna: Core Steadiness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-11-with-donna-core-steadiness-2/): About this class Yoga Sutra III:29: “Concentrated attention on the primordial navel center brings understanding of all bodily systems.” In both Western and Eastern traditions the center of gravity within the pelvis is considered the calibrating keystone for organizing the entire body. Sometimes referred to as the hara,dantien or the deep navel center, refining the position of
- [Livestream Class #12 with Neal: Go With the Flow](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-12-with-neal-go-with-the-flow-2/): About this class: “We are fluid beings that have arrived on land.” – Emilie Conrad, Continuum founder This class is an invitation to embody our fluids. As we enter our practice, let us take our time to feel our way towards being fluid, liquid, watery (after all, we are primarily made mostly of water). Offering ourselves all
- [Livestream Class #13 with Donna: Restoratives and Yoga Nidra](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-13-with-donna-restoratives-and-yoga-nidra-2/): About this class Preparation through simple enlivening practice paves the way for a deep dive into the practice of Yoga Nidra. In the depths of deep dreamless sleep we experience ourselves as unbounded and unbroken and awaken feeling blissful and refreshed. How can we bring this previously unconscious experience into our waking reality? The deeply
- [Livestream Class #02 with Neal: Dynamic Alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-02-with-neal-dynamic-alignment-2/): About This Class: In this class we will explore alignment. But what is alignment? And why might it be important? Patanjali suggests the posture of the body should be steady/stable, and comfortable/easeful. To be in a good space. (Yoga Sutra – 2.46, sthira-sukham asanam). Steadiness is sometimes connected to strength and to feeling grounded. Being comfortable
- [Livestream Class #03 with Donna: The Lateral Line](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-03-with-donna-the-lateral-line-2/): About this class When we activate and release the deep intervertebral muscles of the spine we restore the capacity of the back to move fluidly. Rediscovering the side-to-side wavelike motions of the spine comes through playful exploration as these are movements that may have become extinct in our everyday activities. In this class we
- [Livestream Class #04 with Neal: The Breathing, Moving Body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestream-class-04-with-neal-the-breathing-moving-body-2/): About This Class: Many traditions around the world, including Yoga of course, mention the important role breathing has in our life. In this class, the invitation is to prioritize the breath. When we breath, we move. We may move as we breath. And we may mindfully observe and attend to each breath, anchoring our attention
- [Livestream Class #01 with Donna: Unwinding](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/livestreamcclass-01-with-donna-unwinding-2/): About This Class: The focus of the class is unraveling deeply held tension. Humans seem to intuitively know to move into rotation and twisting after long hours at the computer, at the end of a day crouched over weeds in the garden or at the beginning of a routine when we want to limber up.
- [Session Fourteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-fourteen/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Webinar #14 11 AM Webinar #14 7 PM Resources Integrated Class 1 Back to top… Integrated Class 2 AOT Webinar #14 – 11 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction & Group Discussion 16:18 Breakout Room & Discussion Q – 34:15 A – 34:53 Laurence
- [Session Thirteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-thirteen/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Webinar #13 11 AM Webinar #13 7 PM Resources Integrated Class 1 Back to top… Integrated Class 2 AOT Webinar #13 – 11 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction & Group Discussion Q – 42:37 A – 44:16 Ruth Ann Perry: Here is my thought
- [Session Twelve](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-twelve/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #12 11 AM Webinar #12 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT Webinar #12 – 11 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category Q – 13:29 A – 14:09 Jill Day: I have done a training to support Parkinson’s patients through yoga
- [Session Eleven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eleven/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #11 11 AM Webinar #11 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT Webinar #11 – 11 AM Time Stamp Questions & Discussion Category Q – 19:49 A – 21:24 Angela Main: In both yoga and ballet there is a common instruction to ‘tuck your tail’. However, in
- [Session Ten](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-ten/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #10 11 AM Webinar #10 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #10 – 11 AM Includes further discussion about The Ethics of Money Time Stamp Questions and Comments. Category Q – 27:20 A – 27:38 Kathryn Jensen: My question is concerning the concept
- [Session Nine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-nine/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #9 11 AM Webinar #9 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #9 – 11 AM Time Stamp Questions and Comments. Category Q – 03:26 A – 05:06 Annkathrin Koepke: With the graphs of the breath drawing exercise, you say something that the inbreath
- [Session Eight](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eight/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #8 11 AM Webinar #8 7 PM Pre-submitted Questions and AnswersResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #8 – 11 AM Time Stamp Questions and Comments. Category ABOUT Lucy Karnani Lucy has been leading training programs and coaching individuals in effective communication for nearly
- [Session Seven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-seven/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #7 11 AM Webinar #7 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #7 – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category Q – 00:52A – 01:28 Charlotte H: When I am teaching different practises, I encourage students to notice sensations in their body and
- [Session Six](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-six/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #6 11 AM Webinar #6 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #6 – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category Q – 18:00A – 18:46 Kathryn J:In practicing a new way of teaching (for me) with including a presented theme are there any
- [Session Five](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-five/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #5 11 AM Webinar #5 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar #5 – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category Q – 0:16A – 1:02 Annkathrin K: About beginner’s classes: I really find it challenging to discern whether what students want is
- [Session Four](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-four/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #4 11 AM Webinar #4 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category Q – 0:23A – 1:25 Zhangxian W: The word “tone” is used very frequently by Bonnie, you, and many other teachers in books and workshops (I’m
- [Session Three](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-three/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #3 11 AM Webinar #3 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Webinar – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category Q – 0:57A – 1:26 Kathryn J: How might we as teachers begin to claim authority over our own teaching rather than
- [Session Two](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-two/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #2 11 AM Webinar #2 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Back to top… Webinar #2 – 11 AM Back to top… Time Stamp Question Category 8:52 Kristie K: I am also curious to seek clarity on what it means to ‘research’.
- [Session One](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-one/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #1 11 AM Webinar #1 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Back to top… Webinar – 11 AM Time Stamp Question Category 2:16 I found your reply to having a detachment to an outcome when working with a student gold as at times I have
- [Session Fourteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-fourteen-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Webinar #1 11 AM Webinar #1 7 PM Resources INTEGRATED CLASS 1 Back to top… INTEGRATED CLASS 2
- [Session Thirteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-thirteen-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Webinar #13 10 AM Webinar #13 7 PM Resources Integrated Class 1 Back to top… Integrated Class 2 AOT2 Webinar #13 – 10AM & 7pm Series Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Body Weather Reading Q – 08:40 A – 08:55 Carrie Schriemer:
- [Session Twelve](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-twelve-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #12 10 AM & 7PM Webinar #1 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #12 – 10AM & 7pm Series Due to power disruptions at our internet provider’s site we experienced major connectivity challenges during these webinars and have edited both sessions into one
- [Session Eleven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eleven-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #11 10 AM Webinar #11 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #11 – 10AM Series Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Session Structure Q – 08:43 A – 09:22 Paula Mandell: I love watching the slow-flow practice of
- [Session Ten](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-ten-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #10 10 AM Webinar #10 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #10 – 10AM Series Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Session Structure Q – 9:09 A – 10:23 Kasha Latimer: I really enjoyed the free,
- [Session Nine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-nine-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #9 10 AM Webinar #9 7 PMWebinar #9 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #9 – 10AM Series Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Group Discussion Q – 46:15 A – 47:07 Margot Parker: When a
- [Session Eight](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eight-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #8 10 AM Webinar #8 7 PM Pre-submitted Questions and AnswersResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT Webinar #8 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Group Discussion Q – 36:42 A – 37:30 Mary Brooker: In
- [Session Seven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-seven-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #7 10 AM Webinar #7 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT Webinar #7 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction, Chant and Group Discussion Q – 30:07 A – 31:16 Gillian Donald: Even though I have been
- [Session Six](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-six-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #6 10 AM Webinar #6 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT Webinar #6 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction Q – 06:38 A – 07:55 Jeff Kuindersma: I have a challenge that I must honour. Due to previous injuries I
- [Session Five](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-five-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #5 10 AM Webinar #5 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #5 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction & Body Weather Reading 16:16 Breakout Room Question Q – 39:09 A – 39:54 Annkathrin Koepke:
- [Session Four](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-four-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #4 10 AM Webinar #4 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #4 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Introduction & Group Discussion 25:52 Breakout Room Question Q – 33:21 A – 34:22 Gillian Donald: When incorporating yield into self-practice,
- [Session Three](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-three-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #3 10 AM Webinar #3 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT2 Webinar #3 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 13:45 Breakout Room Guidelines 21:02 Group Discussion: Resistance to Self-Practice What are some of the key benefits that
- [Session Two](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-two-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #2 10 AM Webinar #2 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Back to top… AOT2 Webinar #2 – 10 AM Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 04:25 Introduction to our Breakout Room Protocol 17:34 Today’s Breakout Room Question 19:49 Post-Breakout Room
- [Session One](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-one-2/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassWebinar #1 10AM Webinar #1 7PM Resources for this session Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class AOT 2 Webinar #1 – 10 AM Time Stamp Questions & Discussion Category Q – 22:11 A – 23:00 Kathryn Jensen (AOT1): In thinking of the departure from copy cat yoga/movement and
- [Session Three](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-three-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #3 10 AM Support Circle #3 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #03 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Chant and Body Centering, IntroductionBreakout Room Etiquette Q – 32:29 A – 32:47 Mia Cutler: I’m curious
- [Session Fourteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-fourteen-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Closing Circle 10 AM Closing Circle 7 PM Resources INTEGRATED CLASS 1 Back to top… INTEGRATED CLASS 2 Closing Circle 10AM Closing Circle 7 PM
- [Session Thirteen](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-thirteen-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Integrated Class 1 Integrated Class 2Support Circle #13 10 AM Support Circle #13 7 PM Resources Integrated Class 1 Back to top… Integrated Class 2 10AM Support Circle #13 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Introduction Q – 5:30 A – 5:59 Fenny Chong: In experiential session #12,
- [Session Twelve](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-twelve-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #12 10 AM Support Circle #12 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #12 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering & Introduction Q – 29:40 A – 29:51 Joyce Barott: Would the Dyad inquiry method
- [Session Eleven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eleven-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #11 10 AM Support Circle #11 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #11 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Poem, Body Centering & Introduction Q – 16:15 A – 17:12 Matt Bingham: I’ve enjoyed sharing my experience over the
- [Session Ten](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-ten-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #10 10 AM Support Circle #10 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #10 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Poem, & Introduction Q – 36:44 A – 37:33 Roderick Spence: After the peripheral vision and diaphragmatic breathing exercise, you
- [Session Nine](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-nine-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #9 10 AMSupport Circle #9 7 PMResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #09 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, & Introduction Q – 59:21 A – 60:57 Adam Deatherage: In our efforts to be good teachers and do
- [Session Eight](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-eight-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #8 10 AM Support Circle #8 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #08 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, & Introduction Q – 7:20 A – 7:56 Fenny Chong: The studio I’m teaching in
- [Session Seven](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-seven-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #7 10 AM Support Circle #7 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class Notes for this video: Donna Refers to Pg 49 (Module 2 Manual) = Pg 132 Side-Angle Pose (Parsvakonasana) 10AM Support Circle #07 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00
- [Session Six](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-six-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #6 10 AM Support Circle #6 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #06 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, Introduction & Group Discussion Q – 33:45 A – 33:59 Fenny Chong: In theoretical session #6, Donna
- [Session Five](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-five-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #5 10 AM Support Circle #5 7 PMResources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #05 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, and Introduction Q – 43:14 A – 43:46 Joyce Barott: During our last circle you
- [Session Four](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/session-four-3/): Shortcuts For This Page Experiential Class Theoretical ClassSupport Circle #4 10 AM Support Circle #4 7 PM Resources Experiential Class Back to top… Theoretical Class 10AM Support Circle #04 Time Stamp Topics, Questions & Discussion Category 0:00 Welcome, Body Centering, Introduction and Breakout Rooms Q – 19:14 A – 20:01 Fenny Chong: I often have students (usually
- [Bonus Webinar: The Ethics of Money](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/ethics-of-money-2/): SHORTCUTS FOR THIS PAGE Resources AOT Bonus Webinar – The Ethics of money ​
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- [Rules Versus Principles](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/rules-versus-principles/): Practical Q & A
- [Webinar #2: Musculature and Movement – Nov 17th 2020 NZT](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/lower-back-pain-part-2-muscles-and-movement-lectures-and-the-practice-videos/): Donna referenced Vibram 5-toe shoes in response to one of the questions. Click here to visit the manufacturers site.
- [Webinar #1: Bones and Ligaments](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/lower-back-pain-part-1-bones-and-ligaments-lectures-and-practice-videos/): Key topics and their start time in the video can be found in the table below. Topic Start Time Introduction 0:00 Discussion on Pedagogy 2:04 Question 1: What alternatives would you recommend for Pigeon pose with healthy mobile hips?- Corine Clanet 11:20 Big Toe Pose Variations 18:12 Australian Ballet 35:32 Live Question: How long should I
- [A New Pedagogy For Teaching Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/a-new-pedagogy-for-teaching-yoga/): Practical Q & A
- [Blocks, Bridges and Sacroiliac Pain](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/blocks-bridges-and-sacroiliac-pain/): Getting the most from this video.​​Join the conversation on Donna’s Facebook page, but for the greatest benefits here are two simple tips: When you make a new post begin it with [SIJ] To find all SIJ related posts on that Facebook page, enter “SIJ” in the search box just below the main image on the right. Join the open
- [Anchoring the Feel of Pelvic Stability](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/anchoring-the-feel-of-pelvic-stability/): Getting the most from this video.​ Join the conversation on Donna’s Facebook page, but for the greatest benefits here are two simple tips: When you make a new post begin it with [SIJ] To find all SIJ related posts on that Facebook page, enter “SIJ” in the search box just below the main image on the right. Join the
- [Undoing Hips Square to the Front](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/course/undoing-hips-square-to-the-front/): Getting the most from this video.​ Join the conversation on Donna’s Facebook page, but for the greatest benefits here are two simple tips: When you make a new post begin it with [SIJ] To find all SIJ related posts on that Facebook page, enter “SIJ” in the search box just below the main image on the right. Join the

## Thrive Apprentice Chapter

- [Becoming a Deductive Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/becoming-a-deductive-teacher-4/): There are thousands of yoga teacher training programs throughout the world. Most are heavy on content and light on the art and technique of delivery. The Art of Teaching is for teachers, young and old, beginning and experienced, who wish to radically hone their ability to teach with clarity of purpose and to provide their
- [Pedagogic Model: A Fancy Word for Knowing Your Teaching Strategy](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/pedagogic-model-a-fancy-word-for-knowing-your-teaching-strategy-4/)
- [The Dynamics of Connection While Practicing Self-Care](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/the-dynamics-of-connection-while-practicing-self-care-4/)
- [Mastering the Art of Repatterning: Offering New Choices Through Touch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/mastering-the-art-of-repatterning-offering-new-choices-through-touch-4/)
- [Developing Class Material](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/developing-class-material-4/)
- [Refining Delivery](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/refining-delivery-4/)
- [Personal Practice as a Somatic Memory Bank](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/personal-practice-as-a-somatic-memory-bank-2/)
- [Mastering the Art of Repatterning: Offering New Choices Through Touch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/mastering-the-art-of-repatterning-offering-new-choices-through-touch-3/)
- [Becoming a Deductive Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/becoming-a-deductive-teacher-3/)
- [The Dynamics of Connection While Practicing Self-Care](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/the-dynamics-of-connection-while-practicing-self-care-3/)
- [Refining Delivery](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/refining-delivery-3/)
- [Developing Class Material](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/developing-class-material-3/)
- [Personal Practice as a Somatic Memory Bank](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/personal-practice-as-a-somatic-memory-bank/)
- [Pedagogic Model: A Fancy Word for Knowing Your Teaching Strategy](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/pedagogic-model-a-fancy-word-for-knowing-your-teaching-strategy-3/)
- [Core Connectivity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/core-connectivity/)
- [Embodying the Organs, Sequential Flow and Visiting the Habitat of our Emotions](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/embodying-the-organs-sequential-flow-and-visiting-the-habitat-of-our-emotions-2/)
- [Mastering the Art of Repatterning: Offering New Choices Through Touch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/mastering-the-art-of-repatterning-offering-new-choices-through-touch/)
- [Becoming a Deductive Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/becoming-a-deductive-teacher/)
- [The Dynamics of Connection While Practicing Self-Care](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/the-dynamics-of-connection-while-practicing-self-care-2/)
- [Refining Delivery](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/refining-delivery-2/)
- [Developing Class Material](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/developing-class-material-2/)
- [Mastering the Art of Repatterning: Offering New Choices Through Touch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/mastering-the-art-of-repatterning-offering-new-choices-through-touch-2/)
- [Personal Practice as a Somatic Memory Bank](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/personal-practice-as-somatic-memory-bank-2/)
- [Becoming a Deductive Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/becoming-a-deductive-teacher-2/)
- [Pedagogic Model: A Fancy Word for Knowing Your Teaching Strategy](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/pedagogic-model-a-fancy-word-for-knowing-your-teaching-strategy-2/)
- [The Dynamics of Connection While Practicing Self-Care](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/the-dynamics-of-connection-while-practicing-self-care/)
- [Refining Delivery](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/refining-delivery/)
- [Developing Class Material](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/developing-class-material/)
- [Personal Practice as Somatic Memory Bank](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/personal-practice-as-somatic-memory-bank/)
- [Pedagogic Model: A Fancy Word for Knowing Your Teaching Strategy](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/pedagogic-model-a-fancy-word-for-knowing-your-teaching-strategy/)
- [Body Weather Reading as a Road Map for Self-Practice](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/substratum-sensation-internal-respiration/)
- [From Sensing to Feeling: What Restorative Yoga can Teach Us](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/embodying-the-organs-sequential-flow-and-visiting-the-habitat-of-our-emotions/)
- [Embodying Yield: Creating the Conditions where Breathing Happens](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/from-sensing-to-feeling-what-restorative-yoga-can-teach-us/)
- [Substratum Sensation: Internal Respiration](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/embodying-yield-creating-the-conditions-where-breathing-happens/)
- [Scarcity Marketing Secrets](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/chapter/scarcity-marketing-secrets/)

## Thrive Apprentice Assessment

- [Assessment: Two Scarcity Marketing Recipes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/assessment/thrive-themes-assessment-course-completion_certificate/): Lorem Ipsum este pur și simplu un text fals al industriei de tipărire și de tipărire. Lorem Ipsum a fost textul fals standard al industriei încă din anii 1500, când o imprimantă necunoscută a luat o bucătărie de tipărire și a amestecat-o pentru a face o carte cu specimene de tipar. A supraviețuit nu numai

## Protected files

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- [Class #3: Back-Bending with Ease Part Two Handout](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16688289)
- [Class #2: Back-Bending with Ease Part One Handout](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16688288)
- [Class #1: From Inertia to Energy Handout](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16688287)
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- [Lisa Petersen - Class #01 Sideways with Somatic Yoga - Transcript](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16685767)
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- [Illiopsoas Complex](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16685587)
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- [IYT Manual Class 8](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16684933)
- [IYT Manual Class 7](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16684932)
- [IYT Manual Class 6](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16684931)
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- [IYT Manual Class 2](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16684815)
- [IYT Manual Class 1](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?post_type=tva_protected_file&p=16684814)

## Thrive Apprentice Course Completed

- [The Art of Teaching May '24 completed page](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/complete/the-art-of-teaching-may-24_completed_page/)
- [Copy of Mastering Simplicity 2024-May, June & July completed page](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/complete/copy-of-mastering-simplicity-2024-may-june-july_completed_page/)
- [The Inspiring Yoga Teacher: A Blueprint for Teacher -Student Transformation completed page](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/complete/the-inspiring-yoga-teacher_completed_page/): Connect with Lisa
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- [Thank You: YogaU - SIJ + Two Bonuses Mini and Do's](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/order-received/thanks-sij-bonuses/)
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- [SIJ Dos and Don'ts](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/order-received/sij-dos-and-donts/)
- [Archived Workshops](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/order-received/archived-workshops/)
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## Downloads

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## Courses

- [Donna Farhi's Sacroiliac Mini Tutorials](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/df-sij-mini/): About this Course: This series of Mini Tutorials is an introduction to Donna’s 13-hour in-depth course on Lower Back Health with a focus on the sacroiliac joint (SIJ). More and more Yoga practitioners (and teachers) are showing up to class with debilitating sacroiliac joint (SIJ) discomfort becoming members of a rapidly growing international “SIJ Club.” In many instances, SIJ issues in Yoga practitioners are the consequence of repetitive dysfunctional movements, skewed body mechanics and forceful overstretching. Little by little, these actions can erode the inherent stability of the pelvis, resulting in pain and movement impairment not only in the lower back, but contribute to issues from neck to feet including sciatica. This mini-course was created in response to common questions from participants in the full 13-hour sacroiliac course and while all aspects are covered in the full course, there’s over an hour of teaching here that offers ten bite-sized focal points that may help resolve sacroiliac instability for you or your students.
- [SIJ Dos and Don'ts](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/sij-dos-and-donts/): These three videos were created in response to persistent areas of concern since the SIJ course was first released in 2017. In 20 minutes Donna covers three common yoga practices that contribute to gradual and unknowing erosion of the SIJ integrity, provokes questions and offers alternatives. After watching, join the conversation on Donna’s Facebook page . Handy Tips to Find Related Posts on That Page : Click the link “Posts” link on the left hand menu of the Page. Use the “Search for posts on this page” function. You’ll find it on the right hand side just under the blue “Shop Now” button and enter the term SIJ. If you have a question or comment about anything SIJ related and you’re starting a new post, please begin it with [SIJ], so it can be easily found by others.
- [Coming Back to Our Senses: The Yoga of Sensory Awareness](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/sensory-awareness/): How long should I stay? How deep should I go? What should I do today? What should I be feeling? These are all questions that arise through seeking an external reference and standing outside our own direct experience. Yet, the “breaking news” of the body’s weather is arising moment-to-moment as a fresh and accurate portrayal of our inner experience, whatever it may be. Learning to adapt, clothe, and to tailor our approach based on this body weather report can transform your Yoga practice into a powerful self-inquiry that paves the way towards self-knowledge and self-healing. Our sense perception offers us knowledge through direct experience versus knowledge as information, yet from a very young age we’re taught to distrust our felt perception. Years of indoctrination in methods, techniques, and formulaic paradigms developed by outside authorities can tyrannize perception, pulling us away from, rather than towards, our own insight. Unconscious conditioning about pain, comfort, effort and relaxation can thwart self-care towards self-coercion. This intensive is a chance to explore building a greater connection to and confidence in your own kinesthesia (interoception). As you shift from the outward striving of acquisition towards the inward journey of inquisitiveness the body suggests new options, vectors, and subtle possible entry points into movement leading you back to what is true and helpful. There are six sessions, each 2.5 hours including a presentation of the day’s focus, followed by experiential practices such as Body Weather Reading in sitting meditation, guided movement inquiry, both active and Restorative yoga practice, and deep relaxation. An additional section of questions and answers was recorded and is presented here. This intensive is for practitioners of Yoga and somatics with at least one year of consistent personal practice.
- [Empowerment Through Interoception](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/interoception/): This is a recorded workshop. Most historic Yoga lineages and methods have relied on models for teaching that are hard wired to ensure the student’s dependence upon the teacher as the ultimate (and sometimes only) point of reference. This pedagogic model has persisted within contemporary Yoga styles with new yoga hybrids simply filtered through the same archaic lens. Encapsulated in the phrase “Simon Says”, teachers are trained to deliver authoritative instruction with students striving to obediently replicate a posture or practice. This makes for students who become passive recipients of information rather than active participants engaged in shared inquiry and adaptive learning. This externally referenced model for teaching can gradually erode people’s ability to access and trust their own perception, kinesthesia and interoception. Donna will explore the conscious steps teachers can make to create a context for students to become adept at investigating, deducting, adapting and evolving their yoga practice. We will learn about the conditions that foster people’s ability to perceive, process and integrate the signals from within their bodies. Not only can this approach yield exceptional results for students; crossing the bridge from Simon Says to Self-Sovereignty teaching can make teaching a satisfying lifelong career. All people enrolled in the course are encouraged to review the bonus 1-hour keynote address “Empowering People Through Interoception”. This gives an overview of the material covered in the course. Each session will include an introductory lecture followed by a guided experiential practice intended to model shared-inquiry pedagogy. The experiential part of each session may include sitting meditation, Body Weather Reading, guided movement inquiry, and both active and passive gentle yoga practice. There will be time at the end of each session for questions and answers. 
- [Lower Back Health Webinars](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/sij-wgtn2020/)
- [Ready, Set, Slow: A Stay-At-Home Retreat](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/home-retreat/): Attending a retreat is a chance to reignite our yoga practice, refresh our spirits, and reset our lives on a course that feels more balanced and sustainable. But what can we do when leaving home is not possible? Together, we’ll bring the atmosphere of a retreat into each of our individual homes, consciously setting aside the day for self-care and self-renewal. Your home retreat will begin with a yoga class led by Donna designed to gently enliven the body and calm the mind and emotions. Then, Donna will lead a fun Ayurvedic cooking class, sharing two of her favourite kitchari recipes; one for warm summer conditions and one for cooler climes. Lastly, Karla Brodie, will guide you through a series of Restorative Yoga postures with handy hints for tailoring each practice to create ambrosial comfort. You can download the PDF of recipes for both main dishes and some tasty side dishes and condiments to tempt your taste buds from inside Lesson One so that you can finish your retreat fully prepared for a nourishing dinner. 
- [Thrive Themes - Make More Sales Without Needing More Traffic](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/thrive-themes-make-more-sales-without-needing-more-traffic/)
- [Thrive Themes - From Internet Rubbish to Content Gold](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/thrive-themes-from-internet-rubbish-to-content-gold/)
- [Thrive Themes - Build a Conversion Focused Website From Scratch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/thrive-themes-build-a-conversion-focused-website-from-scratch/)
- [Thrive Themes - Multi Step Mastery: Build a Targeted Mailing List](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/thrive-themes-multi-step-mastery-build-a-targeted-mailing-list/)
- [The Art of Teaching](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/art-of-teaching/): There are thousands of yoga teacher training programs throughout the world. Most are heavy on content and light on the art and technique of delivery. The Art of Teaching is for teachers, young and old, beginning and experienced, who wish to radically hone their ability to teach with clarity of purpose and to provide their students with captivating learning experiences. Art of Teaching Curriculum – With Session Release Dates
- [The Art of Teaching Sept '21](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/aot-09-21/): There are thousands of yoga teacher training programs throughout the world. Most are heavy on content and light on the art and technique of delivery. The Art of Teaching is for teachers, young and old, beginning and experienced, who wish to radically hone their ability to teach with clarity of purpose and to provide their students with captivating learning experiences. Art of Teaching Curriculum – With Session Release Dates
- [The Art of Teaching May '22](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/aot-05-22/): There are thousands of yoga teacher training programs throughout the world. Most are heavy on content and light on the art and technique of delivery. The Art of Teaching is for teachers, young and old, beginning and experienced, who wish to radically hone their ability to teach with clarity of purpose and to provide their students with captivating learning experiences. Art of Teaching Curriculum – With Session Release Dates
- [Series 2 Bundle: Classes 1-4 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-1-4/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Classes 5-8 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-5-8/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Classes 9-12 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-9-12/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Donna's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-df/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Classes 1-12 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-1-12/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Lisa's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-lp/)
- [Series 2 Bundle: Neal's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s2-bndl-ng/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Classes 1-13 Bundle (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-1-13/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Classes 1-4 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-1-4/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Classes 8 & 10-13 (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-8-10-11-12-13/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Donna's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-df/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Lisa's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-lp/)
- [Series 1 Bundle: Neal's Classes (Recorded)](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/s1-bndl-ng/)
- [Workshops Bundle - Classes 1-8](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/recorded-workshops-1-8/)
- [The Inspiring Yoga Teacher: A Blueprint for Teacher -Student Transformation](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/inspiring-yoga-teacher/): What is the Class Schedule? All times are Ireland Std Time Class #1 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #1 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #2 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #2 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #3 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #3 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #4 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #4 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #5 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #5 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #6 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #6 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #7 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #7 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Class #8 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. Support Circle #8 Released, scroll down for class details and replay access. All classes and Support Circles will be recorded and replays released after editing. Our target is within 12 hours.
- [The Art of Asana](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/the-art-of-asana/)
- [The Inspiring Yoga Teacher Bonus Classes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/iyt-bonus-classes/)
- [Mastering Simplicity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/mastering-simplicity/)
- [The Art of Teaching May '24](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/aot-05-24/): There are thousands of yoga teacher training programs throughout the world. Most are heavy on content and light on the art and technique of delivery. The Art of Teaching is for teachers, young and old, beginning and experienced, who wish to radically hone their ability to teach with clarity of purpose and to provide their students with captivating learning experiences. The Art of Teaching Curriculum
- [Shared Inquiry Experience Classes](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/shared-inquiry-experience-classes/)
- [Yoga Foundations](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/foundations/)
- [Mastering Simplicity - C10/24](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms-10-24/)
- [MS Test Feb-Apr 24](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms3-may-jul-2024/)
- [Mastering Simplicity August 2024](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms-august-2024/)
- [Mastering Simplicity - C10/25](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms-10-25/)
- [Mastering Simplicity Founders C10/25](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms-f10-25/)
- [Mastering Simplicity Legacy C10/25](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/courses/ms-leg10-25/)

## Download Categories

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- [Mastering Simplicity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_category=mastering-simplicity)

## Download Tags

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- [Raita](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_tag=raita)
- [SIJ Practice](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_tag=sij-practice)
- [PCB Sample Chapters](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_tag=pcb-sample-chapters)
- [Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_tag=yoga)
- [Money](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/?dlm_download_tag=money)

## TVO Tags

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- [Center](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/center/)
- [General](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/general/)
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- [psoas](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/psoas/)
- [back pain](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/back-pain/)
- [Opening the Heart](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/opening-the-heart/)
- [somatics](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/somatics/)
- [Spinal integration](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/spinal-integration/)
- [SIJ](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/sij/)
- [Heart](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/heart/)
- [core](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/core/)
- [pelvis](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/pelvis/)
- [yoga nidra](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/yoga-nidra/)
- [The heart aroused](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/the-heart-aroused/)
- [origins of alignment](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/origins-of-alignment/)
- [teacher training](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/teacher-training/)
- [touch](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/touch/)
- [spinal](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/spinal/)
- [Pathways Paperback](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/pathways-paperback/)
- [PCB Textbook](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/pcb-textbook/)
- [Befriending the body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/befriending-the-body/)
- [Sacroiliac](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/sacroiliac/)
- [Summary](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/summary/)
- [SIJ Mini](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/sij-mini/)
- [Yoga for Back Health: Online Course](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/yoga-for-back-health-online-course/)
- [Anatomy](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/anatomy/)
- [Core Body Course](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/core-body-course/)
- [Core body](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/core-body/)
- [PCB Injured](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/pcb-injured/)
- [PCB Teaching](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/pcb-teaching/)
- [Practice and All Is Coming](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/practice-and-all-is-coming/)
- [YTT Promo](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/ytt-promo/)
- [Livestream](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/livestream/)
- [Shared inquiry](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/shared-inquiry/)
- [Art of Teaching](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/art-of-teaching/)
- [Virtual](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/virtual/)
- [Course Structure](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/course-structure/)
- [Donna The Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/donna-the-teacher/)
- [The Inspiring Yoga Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/the-inspiring-yoga-teacher/)
- [Lisa the Teacher](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/lisa-the-teacher/)
- [Lisa Content](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/lisa-content/)
- [Short Version](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/short-version/)
- [Fundamentals of a Healthy Back](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/fundamentals-of-a-healthy-back/)
- [Foundations of a Healthy Back](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/foundations-of-a-healthy-back/)
- [Practical yoga Powerful Results Intensive](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/practical-yoga-powerful-results-intensive/)
- [Mastering Simplicity](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/tvo_tags/mastering-simplicity/)

## Category

- [Teaching Yoga](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/zoom-meeting/teaching-yoga/)
- [Teacher Support](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/zoom-meeting/teacher-support/)
- [Livestream Class](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/zoom-meeting/livestream-class/)
- [Courses](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/zoom-meeting/courses/)
- [Shared Inquiry Discussion](https://donnafarhi.co.nz/zoom-meeting/shared-inquiry-discussion/)