Biography - Bekir Algan, PhD
bekiralgan@austin.rr.com
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Bekir is the Director of Austin Yoga, a networking wellspring in the beautiful
hill-country bioregion at the heart of Texas. He has integrated his technical
background - a PhD in structural engineering, in the creative design
and use of yoga props. The props are used for therapy/practice to
provide optimal support & traction for the spine and to convert any living &
working space to an exciting yoga studio
His teachings in yoga are inspired by the rich diversity of the Iyengar
community. Simple and profound teachings of late Herman Aihara of
GOMF have guided him in the path of healing practice.
His extensive collaboration with Emily Conrad Da’oud of Continuum
Movement has deeply moved him in the dance of the unfolding of his life.
His current studies of "Ayurveda, Science of Life” is directing his teachings
towards a yoga therapy for seasonal healing and individual constitutional
balance - “Ayur-Yoga".
He teaches a number of workshops at Dr. Vasant Lad’s Ayurvedic Institute
in New Mexico throughout the year. His wisdom is rooted in brilliant
Vedanta teachings of Swami Dayananda at Arsha Vidya Gurukulum.
Love (Ashk) and Light (Nur) in his life flows endlessly from the timeless
Sufi teachings of Serif Baba of Rifai MaruÞ Order: creating sparks in the
hearts of kindred spirits.
His classes and workshops focus on Yoga Therapy using Asana as active
meditation (presence); Pranayama (breath - life force) and the core
knowledge inspired by Yoga Sutras and Vedanta (essence) drawing from
the full-spectrum of life.
He has his own unique style of sharing his life, compassion and knowledge
through his classes and lifestyle. He will inspire your daily life and practice.
His local classes are open to all and they accommodate differences in
experience and background.
His current creative outlets include: Comprehensive Yoga Apprenticeship -
transforming yoga practices into creative and satisfactory living for Yoga
Folk and Teachers. His "Sacred " yoga toys and props are aimed at
helping to create an exciting Yoga Studio at home or workplace. He is also
promoting City of Austin as a health resort for healthy vacations!
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He teaches yoga workshops around the country. A large number of his
students teach in the Austin community and others direct Yoga Studios at
various locations he visits. He is available for private sessions of Yoga
Therapy and Guided Practice. Over the years, his group of students
included administrators in the government of the State of Texas and
University of Texas, members of the medical community, professionals,
corporate, spa & wellness networks as well as everyday folk.
grace • resilience • strength • flexibility
Please complete the registration form below. After your form is
submitted you will receive an email confirmation. Once your full
payment is received, your space will be reserved and a final email
confirmation will be sent.
Please make checks payable to Bekir Algan.
To reserve your spot you may mail your full payment to:
Paula Spradlin
P.O. Box 6851
Corpus Christi, Tx 78466
Or drop it off at the Ballet Academy before or after Paula's yoga
classes.
If you have any further questions you may call Paula Spradlin @
(361) 549-2466
YOGA WORKSHOP WITH BEKIRE ALGAN RANGE OF MOTION YOGIC THEORY OF JOINT THERAPY BASED ON YOGA AND AYURVEDA Hosted by Paula Spradlin RYT200 @ The Ballet Academy of CC 3446 S. Alameda Corpus Christi, TX
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