“ When I first learned of these coverings or Koshas, I was just blown away. I learned that when my physical body is running the show (through pain or desire), I cannot truly manage my energy.  When I do not have access to my energy – I cannot control my mind – it runs amuck.  When my mind is clouded, I cannot access my inner wisdom.  Without that – there is no true joy.  Through true joy, I can get a glimpse of the ever unchanging, deepest part of me. Fear leaves. And a greater understanding of this precious life and source remain.”  - René

The 5 Koshas: The Layers Of Being and Our Journey Inward with Rene Quenell

April 27-28, In-Studio & Livestream
Saturday, April 27, 2-6pm
Sunday, April 28, 2-6pm 

Let the light of the soul shine through

The great sages identified five sheaths or coverings of existence that are layered on top of each other and cover the soul. Although the true self or soul remains untouched by these layers, our perception of our true self is clouded by them. If we can make these layers thinner and thinner, then possibly the light of our soul can shine through. 

These layers need to be in harmony with each other, support each other. If the sheaths are in dis-harmony, they become like a foggy or dirty mirror – a distorted reflection of the sensory world. This mirror reflects back to us a version of the world around us rather than letting the light of our soul shine through.

When we are out of balance, we can tell. We sweat the small stuff - or ask, ‘why do I keep making the same mistakes?’ These layers are the Holy Grail of yoga philosophy. They need to be thinned before we can truly see.

Come join Yoga House and René Quenell in an exploration of the Koshas.  Through the study of theory, asana, pranayama and meditation, we will learn to use them as a powerful road map to our true being and gain even greater perception and understanding of who we are.

René Quenell is a teacher and guide, mother, traveler and true believer in the power of yoga to transform lives. With more than 30 years’ experience, she specializes in yoga and meditation teacher training, yoga therapy, Ayurveda, and personal development.

René loves sharing the teachings of a living lineage where spiritual practice is an instrument for navigating modern life with grace and ease. With great reverence for the teachings, she weaves together humor, joy and everyday wisdom to give students the tools to brighten their inner light, move toward self-mastery and live a life that’s happy and purposeful. 

A certified IAYT Structural Yoga Therapist and Ayurvedic Consultant, René leads Yoga Alliance-accredited teacher training programs, leads live-online master trainings and interactive workshops, and offers private consultations from her home base in Sierra Madre, California.

René currently studies with Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, the spiritual head of the Himalayan Institute, who initiated her into the Sri Vidya tradition. René supports the Institute's work in the US, India and Cameroon.  A devoted student and practitioner, she also continues to study tantra and philosophy with Sally Kempton, Dr. Katy Jane and Dr. Robert Svoboda.

Tuition:
The 5 Koshas $200 Before 4/15 • $250 Thereafter
This training is in-studio & Livestream
Space is limited! Pre-registration required.
Please call 626-403-3961