Come and delve into the world of Sacred Sound! In this workshop we will explore ancient sacred sounds of the language of Yoga…Sanskrit, and focus our attention on bringing in our sankalpa’s (positive intentions) for the longest day of the year..the Summer Solstice! Together, we will explore the healing and enlightening vibrations of some traditional chants…to transform our consciousness, and lead us into the state of meditation, the state of Bliss!

For all levels, no previous experience necessary! Chants will be shared and recorded for take-home practice.

Meenakshi (Marla Joy), former co-owner of Downward Dog Yoga Centre, went to a performing arts high school, and began singing at a young age. While in India, at the International Meditation Institute, she learned Sanskrit and began her journey of mantra, chanting and kirtan (call-and-response) chanting.

She produced her first cd, “Prayers” by Meenakshi in 2000 while spending time at the ashram, at the recording studio there.

Later, with her partner and keyboardist Ron Reid, they formed the band “Swaha”, and they travelled internationally performing and leading kirtan for 20 years. They have produced over 5 CDs and recordings, that all can be found on iTunes, Spotify, etc. For more info on Swaha, please visit: www.swaha.caas well aswww.templeoflight.love

She has been teaching chanting for many years now…both in Yoga Teacher Trainings, workshops, intensives, and privately since 1999. She has been teaching for many years Shruti Box classes, to accompany your chanting practice, or to lead Kirtan.