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Practicum Schedule: ThursdayBahya Snehana: Hands on Toolfor Connecting Body/Mind and SpiritThe Trinity of Yoga,Ayurveda, & Tantra SadhanaThursday, 1-5 PM, Crystal 1-2Ayurveda defines, ayu or life, as the intelligentcoordination of atma (the soul), manas (the mind), indriyas (thesenses) and sharira (the body), with the totality of life. Ayurveda focuses on maintaining a balanced, integrated relationshipamong them. Imbalance, whether physical, mental or emotional,arises when there is a disconnection between the subjective/non-physical and the objective/physical areas of life. Bahya Snehana (external oleation) is a tool that is used to help integratethe four pillars of life when imbalance has appeared in the body/mind complex, through eliminating ama and malas and coordinating the five pranic flows. This practicum will include a reviewof Vata and its subdoshas with particular attention on creatingstability of mind. The theory behind snehana treatment and theherbal oils used will be addressed and will be followed by twohours of demonstration and in-depth exploration of this important tool.DR. SUNIL JOSHI, BAMS, MD (AYU), is a world renownedAyurvedic physician from Nagpur, India. He serves on the advisory board of the Chopra Center for Well Being and has spoken at Columbia University, the National College of NaturopathicMedicine, and the National Institutes of Health in WashingtonDC. Currently, Dr. Joshi is involved in supporting the expansionof Ayurveda throughout North America, Europe, and South Africa, focusing a majority of his time teaching and practicing athis two primary centers in India and Albuquerque, New Mexico.Thursday, 1-5 PM, Crystal 3The concept of swastha revealsthat health and living in the Self are the Essence of Therapy.By deepening and personalizing the Sadhana, healing qualitieswithin the practitioners are enlivened. Sensitivity is the essenceof the evolution of the practitioner into a multi-kosha healer. Realization of the trinity of Yoga, Ayurveda, and Tantra manifest theYoni Mudra. All spiritual practices are embodied in this Sourcethat represents the Serenity, Compassion and Love of the DivineMother. The root is seeking sattvic tridosha continuously as aspiritual lifestyle. This 4-hour, interactive practicum will includepractices and teachings that promote the end of separation fromSelf. Please bring a yoga mat to the class.MUKUNDA STILES began a spiritual practice in 1969 andwas initiated into the Tantric Siddha lineage in 1974. Throughthis format he was introduced to Ayurveda, Yoga, and Tantra asa lifestyle. He is the author of Sturctural Yoga Therapy, AyurvedicYoga Therapy, Tantra Yoga Secrets, and a devotional renderingof the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.CHINNAMASTA STILES worked as an ICU Pediatric Nursefor 13 years in Holland. She studied end of life counseling withpsychiatrist Michael Murphy, the founder of the hospice movement. She is certified as a Structural Yoga Therapist. She studiedwith Kiran Vyas at Tapovan Ayurvedic/Yoga Center in Normandy.Her spiritual practices in Tantric Yoga led her to Mukunda, wherethey deepened their Sadhana as consorts. This evolution resultsin her presence spontaneously conveying uplifting Grace.Thursday Evening Schedule6:00-9:00 PM, Riverside PavilionGather for dinner and join with NAMA for the annual Membership meeting and awards presentations.Conference Opening Remarks by:Pandit Rajmani Tigunait7:40-8:40 PMAyurveda – The Meeting Ground of Tradition and SciencePANDIT TIGUNAIT will highlight the major differences between Ayurvedic principles of healing and the allopathic modelof curing disease, and the strengths of each. His discussion will focus on two major points: The physical and mentalhealth conditions of people in both developing and developed countries, and the crucial role Ayurveda can play by servinghumanity with health care, which – in the truest sense – is healing, affordable, and sustainable.The importance of staying connected with the tradition in which Ayurveda is rooted; the value of increased interaction withvaidyas, who are custodians of time-honored family and spiritual traditions; and the benefits of creating a bridge betweenthis age-old Ayurvedic knowledge and the modern system of health care.4

Practicum Schedule: Friday/SaturdayEffective Utilization of Limited AyurvedicHerbs in Clinical PracticeFriday, 2-6 PM, Crystal 3Remedies of herbal orgin have been an indispensible part of Ayurvedic therapeutics. Variations with respectto combining, synergism, posology, time, method and vehicleof administration of the herbs play a pivotal role in efficacy andsafety of these herbal remedies. A single herb can be successfully utilized in multiple pathologies while changing its methodof preparation, vehicle of administration, etc. It is crucial for apractitioner of Ayurveda to be acquainted with the skills of formulating simple formulas using a few highly effective herbs. Thishands-on presentation will introduce practitioners of Ayurvedato keys to identify phytochemicals present in the herbs and theunderstanding of its effectiveness in multiple preparations andmethods of administration .DR. PARLA JAYAGOPAL received his Bachelors degree inAyurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) from Bangalore University, India, and a Doctor of Medicine in Ayrveda (M.D. Ayu)from Rajive Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India. He hasa specialty in herbology. He worked as a chief resident Physician in Indus Valley Ayurvedic Center in Mysore. Currently he isworking as Assistant Professor and Chair of Ayurvedic Medicineat American University of Complementary Medicine in BeverlyHills, California. He has traveled extensively and has presentedin several national and international conferences. He also servesas a board member of the California Association of AyurvedicMedicine (CAAM).Mapping the Layers of Consciousness:The Yoga of Transformationand Neuro-biofeedbackSaturday, 2:15-6:15 PM, Crystal 3Marty will present a model of Yoga Science and its relationshipto current scientific understanding of the brain and nervous system. In the didactic portion a complete discussion of the modelto include the neuroscience of yoga, the neuropsychology ofyoga, and the neurotheology of yoga. In the hands on portionthere will be a full discussion and demonstration of the practical application of this information using Neuro-Biofeedback asa tool to facilitate self transformation and meditation training.Neuro-biofeedback equipment will be used in the demonstration and hands on portion of this session.MARTY WUTTKE, CNP is a pioneer in combining multipleprotocols of Neurofeedback therapy as an intervention for depression, traumatic brain injury, nicotine dependence, eatingdisorders, chronic pain, anxiety, chemical dependency and alcoholism. He develops, researches, and teaches protocols forNeurofeedback application with ADD/ADHD, learning disabilitiesand developmental disorders, autoimmune disorders, and stressrelated disorders. With over 30 years of research and applicationof yogic science of consciousness, ayurvedic medicine, holisticnutrition and meditation, he is uniquely qualified in combiningthe wisdom and methods of ancient traditions with advancedtechnologies as a way to facilitate healing, personal growth andthe awakening process.Join representatives from Yoga Alliance on Friday morning from8:00 - 8:45 AM in Crystal 3 room where they will have an open discussionabout what is happening in the Yoga world and answer questions aboutcurrent events. Morning tea service will be provided.Some of the weekend presentations are eligible for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credit.Check at the NAMA Center for qualified courses.5

Special Morning Yoga & Meditation SessionsSATURDAYFRIDAYPlease bring a mat or towel for yoga sessions. Plan to arrive a few minutes early at morning sessions.Friday, 7-8 AMYoga with SHARI FRIEDRICHSENin the Terrace RoomShari has been teaching yoga for over three decades. Sheis a key facilitator at the teacher training programs at SantaMonica Yoga and the Himalayan Institute. Shari has studiedasana and meditation with respected teachers like PanditRajmani Tigunait, Amma Sri Karunamayi, B.K.S. Iyengar,and Judith Lasater. As a subtle anatomy expert, her uniquestyle integrates the breath, proper alignment, and visualizations to draw the student deep into the inner experience ofeach posture.Saturday, 7-8 AMYoga with the STILESin the Terrace RoomJoin Chinnamasta and Mukunda Stiles to begin your day.As a follow up offering to their pre-conference practicumsession, they will provide a deeper journey into the wisdomand healing of yoga.SUNDAYSunday, 7-8 AMYoga with LARISSA HALL CARLSONin the Terrace RoomLarissa Hall Carlson, a 500-hour Kripalu Yoga teacher,Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant, Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist,and Reiki practitioner, is Program Leader and AyurvedicYoga Specialist for the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living’s (IEL). Larissa has taught yoga, meditation,pranayama, and yogic philosophy for the TanglewoodMusic Center, Berkshire Opera Company, Juilliard School,and Boston Conservatory. She is also Staff Manager, YogaEducator, and Assistant to the Dean for Kripalu’s Schoolof Ayurveda. Creator of the CDs Meditative Yoga Flow: AKripalu Sadhana and Ayurvedic Pranayama and Meditationfor the Doshas, she teaches workshops, directs yoga trainings, and provides Ayurvedic consultations.Friday, 7-8 AMMeditation with ALAKANANDA MAin the Crystal BallroomSet your intention and make the most of your day by joining your energy with others for the morning meditation.Alakananda Ma graduated as a physician from St. Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical College in 1976. One of thefirst Western physicians to dedicate her life to Ayurveda,Ma has been practicing Ayurveda since 1989 and is theprincipal teacher of Alandi Ayurveda Gurukula.Saturday, 7-8 AMMeditation with DR. VASANT LADin the Crystal BallroomAn opportunity to set your intention and focus your attentionfor the day. Join with NAMA Board of Advisors member,Vasant Lad for your morning meditation.Sunday, 7-8 AMMeditation with DR. LIGHT MILLERin the Crystal BallroomEnjoy the connection with fellow attendess for this finalmorning of the conference. Join Dr. Light Miller as she creates a sacred space to begin your day. Dr. Light Miller andDr. Bryan Miller teach aromatherapy, Ayurveda, and tantraand conduct programs in Pancha Karma, Kaya Kalpa, andRasayana. Her books include Ayurveda & Aromatherapy,Ayurvedic Remedies for the Whole Family, and AyurvedicCurative Cuisine for Everyone. She runs a clinic and gurukula in Hollywood, Florida: ayurvedichealers.com.www.ayurveda-nama.org7

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Presentation Schedule: FridayWelcome and Opening Panel:Friday, 8:45-10:00 AM, Grand Ballroom A & BSubtle Body / Physiological BodyHow to integrate body/mind/spirit in practice: When we dothis, how is our consciousness affected? What happens to theindividual? What happens to the world as a community?Dr. Sunil Joshi, Vaidya Rama Kant Mishra, and Dr. ChristineHorner; moderated by Dr. Anne (Sharada) MeneghettiBreakout SessionsUnderstanding the Human Brain:Ayurvedic-chemistry of theNervous SystemAyurveda and Yoga Therapy inConventional MedicineFriday, 10:15 AM-12:15 PM, Crystal 1-2Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy improve health and well being; asYoga helps with physical, mental, and spiritual enlightenmentand Ayurveda helps with perfect health. Ayurveda and YogaTherapy can be used for disease prevention, rehabilitation, adjuvant therapy, and may cure certain chronic diseases, when combined with conventional therapy. As most diseases manifest withan acute onset, conventional therapy should begin at that time,along with lifestyle modification through Ayurveda and YogaTherapy. This will gradually improve one’s underlying conditionand chronic use of drugs can be slowly withdrawn.DR. DILIP K. SARKAR, MD, FACS, D.AYUR is an expertin Yoga Therapy who combines his 40-year experience in Conventional Medicine with his knowledge of Integrative Medicine,including Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy. He serves on severalhealthcare boards and is a Member of NAMA, a Member of IAYT,and Fellow of AAIM. He is a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, andteaches classes in Yoga Therapy, Ayurvedic wellness, and Integrative Medicine. Currently, he is Executive Director, School ofIntegrative Medicine, Taksha Institute, in Virginia.Friday, 10:15 AM-12:15 PM, Crystal 3Despite all the technological advances, much about the humanbrain still remains a mystery. Recent findings regarding the structure, function and physiology of the human brain indicate that (a)age-related memory loss is not solely due to neuronal loss, (b)brain aging is related to chemical changes in the brain and, (c)the rate at which the brain ages may be hastened or slowed bylifestyle changes. In this presentation which will be supported bypeer reviewed research work, Ram will discuss the (1) NervousSystem, Brain Aging and Neurodegenerative diseases (2) Factors that hasten or delay brain aging (3) Ayurvedic interpretationof the nervous system, and (4) Therapeutics including MedhyaRasayanas and their role in rejuvenating the brain.RAMMOHAN RAO, CAS, PHD comes from a family ofAyurvedic practitioners and Vedic teachers in India tracing backto the illustrious Vedic-acharya Rishi Kaundinya. Ram completed the academic training at the California College of Ayurveda(CCA) and received his certification as Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist. Ram is also a dedicated Hatha yoga practitioner and isa RYT from Yoga Alliance USA. In his spare time he offers consultations in YAMP techniques (Yoga, Ayurveda, Meditation &Pranayama). Ram holds a PhD degree in Biochemistry and Neurosciences and works as a Research Associate Professor at theBuck Institute for Age Research, Novato, CA.Panchakama – Process Work for ClearingBody, Mind and EmotionsFriday, 10:15 AM-12:15 PM, Terrace RoomPanchakarma is a process of profound clearing for body, mindand emotions that provides space for flexibility, new possibilitiesand the purposeful creation of a reality one wishes to experience.It allows for the examination of one’s values and belief systems,which enables one to consciously choose what is ‘working’ anddiscard what is no longer of use. Panchakarma also increasesthe depth and authenticity of one’s relationships - both with selfand others. This presentation will focus on how to create an energetic space in one’s health practice that facilitates transformative processes for deep insight, release and healing on all levels.SASCHA KRIESE, BA HONS. (AYU) began his studies inAyurveda and pulse reading in 1998 with his mentor Dr. Naramin Mumbai. Having completed an Ayurvedic degree course atThames Valley University in London and several clinical internships at hospitals, clinics and private practices in India, he started his own practice in 2004 together with his wife Rebecca.Since March 2005 he has been working as an executive member of the Ayurvedic Practitioners Association (APA).9

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Presentation Schedule: FridayPrimordial Sound Meditation:The Cornerstone of Ayurveda and thePath to Higher States of Consciousness andEnhanced Self-AwarenessFriday, 2-4 PM, Crystal 1-2Sound is the most subtle of the pancha mahabutas, Akasha,which contains within itself the primordial and unmanifest forms ofall of the other elements and of the whole cosmos. In this course,participants will receive instruction about the use of mantra asa vehicle into the space of infinite potential, enhanced creativity,access to higher states of consciousness, enhanced health andwell-being as well as self-knowledge and stress reduction.DR. JOANNA CARMICHAEL, PHD, RN, BSN, DD hasbeen practicing in the nursing field for over 25 years. Her background includes psychiatric nursing, over 20 years of clinicalexperience in the pharmaceutical research industry and subsequent studies in Meditation, Yoga, and Ayurveda. She holdsPhDs in Metaphysics and Divinity, is an Interfaith Minister, andcontinues to deepen her understanding and experience of thesetopics as an Ayurvedic integrative/holistic and preventive medicine consultant. She completed the Vedic Mastery programat the Chopra Center in Carlsbad, CA and holds a Diploma inAyurvedic Medicine from the New Jersey Institute of Ayurveda.Minding the Body/Embodying the MindFriday, 2-4 PM, Terrace RoomFor centuries, contemplative practitioners haveexperienced the healing value of meditation.Now, neuroscientists are measuring brain changes before andafter people practice mindfulness-based meditation to describehow the brain participates in the mind’s experience of healing andwellness. Marty will use stories from the Purana and brief meditations to integrate Vedic Self-Psychology of our “inner instrument,” the Antahkarana and its components, Ahankara, Buddhiand Manas with research on, and modern methods of, stressreactions, stress reduction, body-mind dis-ease,and healing andwellness. Marty will describe brain-mind functioning that changesas our focus shifts from self-narrative mode to compassionatewitnessing mode. Marty will also discuss ways Ayurveda practitioners can interface with scientists to generate research thatmeasures the effectiveness of Ayurvedic interventions.MARTY COTTLER earned his PhD in Psychology in 1981.Beginning in 1990, Marty has frequented Ammachi’s south Indian ashram, and he authored and edited, Come Quickly MyDarling Children: Stories of Western Devotees of Mata Amritanandamayi. Marty attained ACVA Level II Jyotisha Certification,and his article, The Craft of Jyotisha and Humanistic Psychologywas published in the CVA Journal, Vol. 1 No. 1, May 2006. Currently, Marty leads MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)workshops, and maintains both counseling (Ca LMFT 6833) andJyotisha practices in Grass Valley, Ca.Countermeasures for VibrationalToxicity (EMR/EMF – ElectroMagnetic Radiation & Field)Friday, 4:30-6:30 PM, Crystal 1-2EMF/EMR interferes with the natural flow of pranain our bodies, causing arrhythmic vibrations, bringing about imbalances on many subtle and eventually gross levels. This possibly results in disrupted sleep, emotional disturbances, lack ofmental clarity, weakened digestive fire, and an impeded elimination routine. Science News Online states, “magnetic fields may bethe quintessential endocrine-disrupting pollutant.” Vaidya Mishrawill elaborate upon this modern day ailment from the ayurvedicperspective and discuss sutras from the original texts and contemporary findings that explain and link the phenomena. Learnsimple and fast techniques for daily EMF Detox and somagenicdelicious recepies to help restore pranic balance.VAIDYA R.K. MISHRA, BAMS, DSC is a world-renownedAyurvedic healer issuing from an ancient lineage of Shudh AyurvedRaj Vaidyas from the Shaka Vansya millennial tradition. Author ofinnumberable articles and co-auther of The Answer to Cancer, hetravels extensively in North America and Canada to give workshopsand personal Ayurvedic educational consultations. He is currentlyteaching an extensive detailed course: The Caraka Samhita, A to Z.Consciousness Expansion:Waking, Dreaming, Deep Sleep, and TuriyaFriday, 4:30-6:30 PM, Terrace RoomAccording to the teachings of Vedanta in theUpanishads, Pure Consciousness, Brahman,pervades the entire manifest universe and illumines the Buddhiof the individual. This Light shines through the gross, subtle, andcausal bodies as well as the waking, dreaming, and deep sleepstates, resulting in Turiya. It has the attributes of Sat, Chit, andAnanda, according to the experinence of the waking, dreaming,and deep sleep states. To expand the experience of Consciousness, every human being has the inner organ (mind, antahakarana) and prana. The antaha karana technique is chitta vrittinirodhah, described in the Yoga Sutras. In the Prana technique,Kundalini Shakti uses prana to expand the experience of PureConsciousness. To expand Consciousness, yoga and Ayurvedawork together. Spiritual advancements affects brain function.Ordained a monk of the Adi Shankaracharya order in India in1956, SWAMIJI CHANDRASEKHARANAND SARASWATI has over 50 years experience researching the teachingsand methods for guiding Kundalini process. Versed in Raja yoga,Advaita Vendanta, Ayurveda, and Sanskrit and Tamil texts, heis the living representative authorized by a lineage of Kundalinispecialists with an intact oral tradition over 500 years old andan ageless inner tradition. He

He also held the position of Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Pune University College of Ayurvedic Medicine where he was an instructor for more than a decade. In 1984, he founded and began as Director of The Ayurvedic In- . The Trinity of Yoga, Ayurveda, & Tantra Sadhana . Thursday, 1-5 PM, Crystal 3 The concept of swastha reveals .