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A Transformative Journey in Honolulu: Adhiyogi’s Teachings at Still & Moving Center
Before setting foot on the yoga circuits of California, Adhiyogi made a significant stop in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, during his travels from New Zealand. His destination: the vibrant and inclusive Still & Moving Center, where he was invited to teach a short but powerful series of yoga sessions.
These classes brought together a diverse mix of participants—residents of Oʻahu, travelers from the mainland United States, and several Japanese. What united them was their curiosity and reverence for authentic yoga, something they found profoundly embodied in Adhiyogi’s presence.
Among the many inspired students was Marisa Lenai, a senior member of the Still & Flow community. After the final session, she reflected on the experience in a heartfelt note:
“We gained a lot from your visit. I particularly loved your insistence about clarity regarding WHY people are doing yoga. If we are aiming for enlightenment, we’re not going to get there just by doing asana practice. I also personally loved hearing you chant.”
This sentiment mirrored the essence of Adhiyogi’s teaching. He didn’t just lead physical practices—he guided people inward, back to the roots of yoga as a spiritual and philosophical path. Each class began with intentional inquiry: Why are you practicing? What are you truly seeking?
The environment was quiet, meditative, and deeply introspective. Adhiyogi’s chants—sung in precise, ancient Sanskrit—resonated through the room like mantras awakening something old and wise in the soul. For many students, it was the first time they felt yoga in its original, undiluted form.
Japanese attendee followed with focused devotion. Though the languages varied, Adhiyogi’s teaching transcended spoken words. His energy and clarity carried the message through breath, silence, and the rhythm of sound.
Marisa closed her message with warmth: “Thank you again for your visit. I hope you had the chance to meet and enjoy some of the other musicians who were in town. Namaste.”
Though his stay in Honolulu was brief, Adhiyogi’s presence left an indelible imprint. For many at Still & Moving Center, it marked a turning point—a deepening of practice and a renewed commitment to yoga beyond the physical. It was not just a stop on his journey. It was the beginning of many others.
OM Shantiḥ
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