The art of Yin and Yang yoga is about

following our own path.

Paulie Zink gently guides us to open to the artist within and to teach yoga as a creative expression of our authentic selves to honor and foster the uniqueness of each student. Through the process of enlivening our bodyminds with alchemical attributes we awaken to the liberating power of our primal nature and playful spirit—our true state of being—and we transcend the boundaries of perceived limitations. More information at: www.pauliezink.com

Topics covered will include:
• Introduction to the Five Transforming Energies
  *Five Elements Theory
  *The Birthing and Yielding cycles of transmutation
  *Energetic qualities and the Yin and Yang aspects
  *Health and balance of the emotions and internal organs
  *Circle Walking Meditation, experiencing and embodying the

    energetic qualities of the five elements
• Taoist Philosophy of Yin and Yang yoga
• Relationship of the microcosmic self to the macrocosmic universe
• The natural breath cycle and the circulation of energy
• Taoist meditations for grounding and relaxation
• The Taoist way of spontaneity and receptivity
• Being in harmony with our individual Tao
• Relaxing the thinking mind to awaken to our primaland intuitive natures
• How to grow the body supple
• Taoist visualizations for deepening your practice
• Paulie's philosophy on how to teach universally to students of all styles, levels, and  backgrounds

Students will learn numerous variations of postures

In this workshop we will explore in depth:

Yin Yoga—Postures of stillness for promoting growth, clearing energetic blockages, and enhancing circulation.
Yang Yoga—Postures for developing core strength and muscle tone, balance, and stamina.
Taoist Flow Yoga—Including both Yin and Yang yoga, Taoist Flow is more than just a sequence of postures. In Taoist Flow the process of transition from pose to pose is as much a part of the practice as the postures themselves.Taoist movement incorporates continuous, smooth and circular motion designed to develop fluidity and grace in the body and a relaxed confident demeanor.

Certificate: Participants who complete the requirements earn a teacher training certificate  for the total hours of the workshop plus the number of hours committed to the assignment. These hours are applicable towards teacher certification in Paulie Zink’s Art of Yin and Yang Yoga.

Requirements:To earn a certificate, students must attend all sessions of the workshop plus read two translations of the Tao Te Ching and write a personal reflection of at least 100 words on a chapter of their choice.
Attendees who do not wish to earn the certificate are not required to write an essay.
    Email the assignment to
    PaulieZink@gmail.com
    Please include:
    • Your first and last name
    • Your postal address
    • The workshop date, location, and number of hours
    • The number of hours committed to the reading assignment

Master Paulie Zink received intensive training for 10 years as the sole protégé of Chinese Kung Fu and qigong Master Cho Chat Ling. A three-time international martial arts grand champion, Paulie is renowned for his fluidity, flexibility, and artistry of motion. With his relaxed and playful demeanor, students find him to be a very approachable and enjoyable teacher. Paulie is the founder of Taoist- Yin and Yang Yoga and the original source of Yin Yoga. He has been teaching yoga for over 30 years with a profound and refreshing simplicity based in true understanding.

$350 deposit to reserve space; balance due before or by Monday, Oct. 31, 2011.
Students from out of town will be able to stay at the Days Inn, Lincoln Park, North
(25 minutes walking from the Chicago Yoga Center).
Please make your room reservation before September 28, to guarantee the room discount. Phone 888.576.3297 or 773.525.7010.
Mention Chicago Yoga Center when you call and the group code CY32.
Available rooms are held until September 28, 2011.

Due to limited space, early registration is encouraged.

To reserve a space, fill out and print the WORKSHOP FORM registration specifying
Yin and Yang Yoga Teacher Training with Paulie Zink.
along with a check to the
CHICAGO YOGA CENTER
3047 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 320
CHICAGO IL 60657-4274