Together we will explore a variety of considerations when presenting backbending poses to students. Topics will include appropriate sequencing, use of props, variations of poses, preparations for poses, alternatives to poses, and how to choose which aspects of the pose to emphasize during any given class.

A one-hour asana class with 30 minutes of restorative poses for Level 1 & 2 students.

Deepen your felt understanding of the art of yoga with six days of intensive practice at a manageable rate. Students need 1 year of consistent Iyengar yoga class attendance at Level 2 or above and be familiar with headstand, shoulderstand and urdhva dhanurasana.

Escape the winter blahs. Enjoy 6 days of Yoga with Barbara Fergusson and Todd Jackson in sunny Zihuatanejo. There will be 4 hours of instruction each day: One session in the morning and another in the afternoon. The morning session features a more invigorating asana practice while the afternoon session is devoted to more soothing asanas, pranayama and meditation. Classes are presented with options for both beginner and intermediate students so that everyone can participate in the way which is best suited to them.

Zihuatanejo is a charming little town on the Pacific coast about 80 miles north of Acapulco.

We will stay at the classic Hotel Sotavento, right on Playa La Ropa, a lovely beach on a quiet bay. Each room has a terrace with chaise lounges, and most have hammocks as well. The sea breezes keep the rooms pleasantly cool for sleeping. Besides lounging on the beach and eating at the many excellent restaurants, you can entertain yourself with many activities: snorkeling, parasailing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, birdwatching,kayaking, a massage on the beach, or a quiet walk into town. For the adventurous, there are local towns, churches and archaeological sites to explore.

The workshop fee is $450. This includes Yoga Instruction only. We have arranged for a block of rooms at the Sotavento. Room rates are from $70 to $185, double occupancy. Alaska Airlines flies direct from Los Angeles to Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo Airport. You are responsible for making your own airplane and room reservations.

A non-refundable deposit of $100 holds your place. The balance is due September 15, 2008. If you cancel before December 1, you will be refunded less your deposit. Workshop size is limited; register early!