Name: Fire In The Belly (Active Class)
Start: 2026-08-01T08:00:00-0400
End: 2026-08-01T09:00:00-0400

Saturday August 1, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

"In this workshop we’ll explore the anatomy and physiology of the abdomen to cultivate strength at what the Taoist calls the Hara, the center of our subtle body. A series of Yin and Yang postures will nourish the spine, hips and abdomen as we aid the digestion and circulation of Qi from the center source.
In many Eastern traditions, particularly in Japanese and Qigong teachings, the Hara (located about two inches below the navel) is considered the body’s energy center, often referred to as the ""sea of energy"" or ""elixir field""
Anatomically, this area encompasses the lower abdomen and includes key muscle groups such as the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor, which play vital roles in core stability and movement. Energetically, the Hara is the center of vitality, grounding, and inner power. When we connect to the Hara in yoga, we not only engage our physical core but also tap into a deep source of life force, or chi, fostering balance, strength, and centeredness. This connection allows for more fluid movement, calm mental focus, and a sense of being rooted in the present moment, both on and off the mat."

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🕉️ Kali Basman

“Kali is a teacher you only come across once in a lifetime.”

Kali Basman, founder of Kali Durga Yoga, is an internationally acclaimed teacher of teachers, Internal Family Systems–informed therapist, and death doula whose work interweaves yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Zen Buddhism into a living contemplative methodology she calls... Read More →

Saturday August 1, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
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