When I heard my 7 year old daughter Leila exclaim, "Aparigraha!" in
the shower as she was encouraging her younger sister Luci to share a toy
with her, I knew that last week's class was a winner. - Eli Gregg Instructor
We are going to repeat the theme of Aparigraha/sharing because that
is one of the easiest ways for children to learn how to create harmony
in their world. Aparigraha is the sanscrit term asks for the control of greed and the encouragement
of sharing. We will learn our word and what it means, chanting,
headstands, back bends, chance for your child to briefly lead the class,
Apargraha Frisbee Art project, and a closing chant that promotes peace
and harmony. Love is far more important than money. If you have
spiritual knowledge, share with others who are in need and with those
who wish to have it—those who are receptive. Give, share, love.
The Kid's Way Themes that we have covered so far:
Ahimsa: non-violence
Santosha: happiness/contentment
Samadi: the light within/pure bliss
Prana: our life force
Apana: letting go of what is not needed.
Shauca: purity, cleanliness
Satya: Truth, honesty
Aparigraha: Control of greed, sharing
The Kid's
Way Yoga class meets every Friday at 4:30 pm at Yoga by the Way on calle
26 between 5th and 10th. The classes are best suited for children from
ages 4-8. The cost is $70 mn per child, per class. Parents
please bring your children up to studio level. Comfortable clothes and a
bottle of water are recommended. Class begins on time and ends promptly
at 5:30 pm. Please pick up your child at studio level.