2026 Sedona Yoga Festival: Full Schedule

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10:30am MST

Beyond Inhale & Exhale The Breath Map Yoga Forgot :The Hidden Curriculum of Breath

Friday April 24, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm MST

Tequa Ballroom

Beyond Inhale & Exhale: The Breath Map Yoga Forgot
The Hidden Curriculum of Breath

Somewhere along the way, the yoga world reduced breath to cueing inhale, exhale, and perhaps adding ujjayi.

But breath is not a technique.

It is the single most intelligent anchor inside asana. It shapes nervous system tone, pranic direction, muscular effort, mental steadiness, and subtle awareness — all before we ever touch formal pranayama.

In this deeply layered and practical session, Arundhati B invites you into the hidden curriculum of breath. You will explore:

• The six distinct qualities of breath and how each alters a student’s internal experience
• The three-layered nature of breathing — physical, energetic, and perceptual
• How breath organizes effort, stability, and expansion inside postures
• Why reducing breath to ujjayi limits both teacher and student
• How to deepen breath literacy without turning your class into a pranayama workshop

This is not about adding more technique. It is about refining perception.

If you are a teacher, you will leave with sharper tools and a radically more intelligent way to cue. If you are a practitioner, you will experience how breath alone can transform the depth of your practice.

Join Arundhati B — global yoga educator and voice behind a new movement in breath literacy — as she reshapes how we understand and teach yoga through the breath.

Speakers

Arundhati Baitmangalkar

Host Of Let's Talk Yoga Podcast, Yoga educator, studio owner & content creator., Aham Yoga

Arundhati Baitmangalkar describes herself as a lifelong yoga enthusiast, yet her impact transcends mere passion. As the visionary behind the Let’s Talk Yoga podcast, she has crafted a timeless platform for yoga teachers and enthusiasts alike, offering invaluable continuing education... Read More →

Friday April 24, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm MST
Tequa Ballroom 90 Ridge Trail Drive, Sedona, AZ, USA

Experiential Workshop / Training, Hatha Yoga

Participant Level Open to all Levels
Style Hatha Yoga
CEUs E-RYT500, YACEP. Level 3 AYC
Track Energy Track
What to expect 50% asana 50% theory
Partner practice or touching? No
Instructions to participants: Bring a book and pen. Carry blocks if available.

10:30am MST

Hip Opening & Splits Mastery

Friday April 24, 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm MST

Village Yoga Sedona - Event Space

Hip Opening & Splits Mastery

Unlock your lower body flexibility and strengthen your foundation with this comprehensive workshop focused on hip opening and splits mastery. Designed for all levels, this session guides participants through a step-by-step routine, starting from basic preparatory exercises and gradually progressing to more intense sequences. You will learn how to safely open the hips, stretch the inner thighs, hamstrings, and groin, and build the strength and control required for middle and front splits.

The workshop emphasizes technique, alignment, and mindful practice, ensuring that every movement is performed safely and effectively. Participants will explore detailed adjustments, variations, and modifications to suit their unique bodies, helping prevent injuries while maximizing flexibility gains. Each pose and transition will be broken down carefully, so attendees can understand the mechanics behind every stretch and posture.

By the end of the session, you will have a complete, structured hip opening and splits routine that can be practiced independently, along with tools to enhance your flexibility over time. Whether your goal is to improve your yoga practice, dance, martial arts, or general mobility, this workshop provides a focused, practical, and empowering approach to unlocking the full potential of your hips and legs.

Speakers

Praveen Kurma Verma

Founder, Praveen Yoga Academy

Master Praveen Kumar Verma is a globally acclaimed yoga expert and educator with over 35 years of experience in yoga practice and teaching. Known for his profound knowledge, compassionate guidance, and dedication to spreading the authentic teachings of yoga, he has inspired countless... Read More →

Friday April 24, 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm MST
Village Yoga Sedona - Event Space

Experiential Workshop / Training, Hatha Yoga

Participant Level Open to all Levels
Style Hatha Yoga
CEUs E-RYT500
What to expect 70% Asana, 20% Discussion, 10% Group Practice
Partner practice or touching? Yes, there will be partner practice, touching if students allow, and hands-on adjustments to better guide, support each other, and engage participants fully in the training.
Instructions to participants: Participants are requested to bring a yoga mat, a pillow.

2026 Sedona Yoga Festival

10:30am MST

Arundhati Baitmangalkar

10:30am MST

Praveen Kurma Verma

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