Studio 54 at Rancho Delicioso

Ardhanarishvara (1)

Equinox. D and N, like Yin and Yang. It is when day and night are equal, or symbolically the cosmic forces. It is a portal inviting equanimity of being, a chance for us to experience a sense of profound balance. According to EarthSky, the word equinox comes from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night). The Aries Equinox is even considered the Astrological New Year. In the yogic tradition, it is the best chance, "of transcending the limitations of one's physical longings and the lustful compulsions within the human body" (2). This includes transcending the "fundamental prejudice" which is over-idenitifcation with one aspect of our dual nature (masculine or feminine).

The number 108 and it's fractions have great spiritual meaning in the yogic culture. As this event is in honor of half day and night, the name and challenge are inspired by half of 108; which is 54.

Thus...

So, let’s welcome in the Equinox with intention, salutations, and dance 🤩

• Donation based all day event.
• Studio 54 is the event name.
• The location is at the yoga deck (shala) at Rancho Delicioso
• This is a 54 Sun Salutation challenge, ecstatic dance, Yin and mediation integration.
• Drop in event. Come whenever. Stay for awhile or play all day.

Schedule:

• Satsang (spiritual talk) from 12-1pm on the mysteries of the Sun Salutation coming from the Egyptian system and the significance of the Equinox in the yogic tradition. 🌞  The satsang will finish with an embodiment practice and tips on how to "find your flow" during the challenge.

• From approximately 1-4:30 Drop in style Sun Salutations and disco dance.  Show up and try for 54! Modified is ok. Taking breaks is ok. Unless you are showing up only to dance to this disco-inspired playlist and root others on, we challenge you to show up for yourself and finish the challenge. "Play for Real". Once you are done, you are invited to stay and dance and cheer others on.

• From 4:30-5:30 💧 Cool down yin-style suggested asanas, meditation, and circle closing.

What to bring:

• Water
• Smiles
• Joy
• Intention
• Land offerings
• A piece of fruit. 🍊 

DM for questions. Playlist is already in the works. See you on the Shala floor!

Articles:

1. Ardhanarishvara by Vedic Sources
2. The Significane of the Equinox by Sadguru