From Mātra to Mantra
The Sounds of Sanskrit
This 10-week course is a meditative mind-body-heart journey into mantra, sacred sound. Mantra is used throughout the tradition and is an integral aspect of sacred practice. This course will help build a foundation by which you can start engaging nearly any aspect of yoga and the dharma tradition with understanding and precision.
An 8-Week Meditative Learning Journey Into the Heart of Sacred Sound
Each week, we will learn to hear and produce different sounds, called mātras, which are letters in the Sanskrit alphabet. These sounds are sacred on their own, and also come together to form mantras. Along with physical practice, we will also be working on core inner aspects of the practice, such as intention and awareness. Throughout the course, students will build an intimate relationship with their breath, sound, and speech while deepening their listening and sensing skills.
Each session of the course is limited to 30 students. Classes are 1-hour each week and held online. There are also weekly homework assignments (about 20-30 minutes). You will need a webcam, microphone, and a stable internet connection. Recordings will be available after each class.
Tuition for 10-Week Series: $240
This course is open to all levels, and is a required prerequisite for all intermediate and advanced classes.
If necessary, please email info@livingsanskrit.com to apply for a scholarship.
NEXT SESSION BEGINS: Saturday May 9th 11am-12pm AM PST
Class 1:
The Origin of Sound
अ आ इ ई उ ऊ
Class 2:
The Beginning of Movement
ऋ ॠ ऌ ॡ ए ऐ ओ औ
Class 3:
The Diverse Universe
क ख ग घ च छ ज झ
Class 4:
The Column of Light
ट ठ ड ढ त थ द ध
Class 5:
Vibrations of Consciousness
प फ ब भ ङ ञ ण न म
Class 6:
Connecting the World
य र ल व श ष स ह ज्ञ क्ष
Class 7:
The Five Acts of Śiva
अं अ:
Class 8:
In the Presence of the Sacred
ॐ गं ऎं श्रीं
Course Instructor:
Shivani Hawkins
Living Sanskrit Founder and Core Teacher
