by Sasy Cacace | Oct 31, 2021 | Blog
It is amazing waking up in the morning and having that kind of energy that pushes us to create, to help, to go out there and do our duty. In my personal experience I learned that too much of that feeling does not allow you to understand when it is time to step back, to slow down and taking care of yourself.
In the Zen tradition they say that there are only 2 things: you sit and you sweep the garden. And not matter how big your garden is, you sit, you quiet your mind, you dive into your heart, you learn how to center yourself and stay in touch with those qualities of love and compassion that are inside us. Those are our birth gift, and you extend it in the garden of the world. And even if you cannot take care of the whole garden, you pick up your personal lot to plant your seeds in it. And there is an endless list of lot in that garden to take care of: maybe serving your community in a better way, maybe taking care of your own family and kids, maybe put the best of yourself in your own business, maybe fighting some kind of injustice you see around yourself. You need to find what is important to you and tending that lot with those qualities you develop and are in touch with when you sit.
So, we need to calibrate between site and sweeping the garden better tending it. And when we sit and we touch our deepest layer within ourself, we use our body to constantly transcend its physical limits and empower our boundless self. In that moment we can alter traditional modalities that may be wrong: the way we eat, the way we think, the way we act and react, the way we work, the way we love.
The sitting moment is a thought-provoking moment, the moment when we calibrate our body-mind system to awaken the seeds of transformation inside ourself. It kindles the understanding of our identities and the mistake we do when we identify our self with them. And it pushes as to stay in touch with that Boundless Self that is all that we are: an endless streaming of pure consciousness.
Sasy, Director of F.R.Y.
by Sasy Cacace | Oct 22, 2021 | Blog
This COVID 19 journey is becoming a little frustrating. No gathering even for intellectual reasons and not only for a coffee; restriction within the workspace and business limitation that are leading to money limitation. Putting your mask on? Always a forgetfulness I need to put attention on in order to follow the rules. Everything is starting becoming complicated to accept.
I try to rejoice in me being alive. I try to rejoice in my breathing and my healthiness. In the Bible it is said “Rejoice in the Lord always”. I simplify and I say “rejoice always” as everything is an opportunity to develop your attitude to be happy. Yes, it is an attitude, it is an ability and as all the abilities it is not accomplished automatically. I decide to be happy no matter what the other say.
Life can be burdensome sometimes and rejoicing doesn’t seem to be a natural response to what we are facing, to what we encounter during this journey called life. But I learned that out of some sad and difficult moments that happened to me, I gained something new: I developed a new quality, a better insight, deeper wisdom. So, no reason to be bitter about what you regret in your life: everything that is knocking at your inner door has a teaching available for you. Treat your being human as a guest house where every day you welcome honorably a new arrival: joy, depression, awareness, a sweep, a smile. Each of them has been sent as a guide from beyond.
Sasy
by Sasy Cacace | Jul 25, 2021 | Events
My new “Yin Yoga. Approaching the Functional with Sasy Cacace” course will be available in January 2022.
Do not waste time! Reserve your spot NOW with and early bird price at this link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/164762979507.
“Yin Yoga. Approaching the Functional with Sasy Cacace” course is eligible for 20 hours of Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance.
With this course you will learn:
- What is Yin Yoga
- Overview of CHI and Meridian channels, according to Chinese Medicine
- What is the functional approach to Yoga
- The differences between the performance and the functional-introspective approach that can be applied to all forms of Yoga
- How to teach functionally
- The 14 Skeletal segments and the 10 Muscles groups involved in Yoga practice
- Why the skeletal variations are important
- The 5 Archetypal Yoga Poses and their variations, that can be adapted to each and every student
- And more.
This course is of interest to all people learning yoga to deepen your practice as well as to instructors who wish to deepen their understanding of movement in yoga.
COST (Canadian Dollars):
Early Bird: $377.50 (25% discount)+ HST before November 22, 2022
GeneralAdmission: $450 + HST thereafter
TIME TABLE OF THE COURSE (all times are in EDT):
- Saturday January 22, 2022: 8am-12:15pm (15 minutes break)
- Sunday January 23, 2022: 8am-12:15pm (15 minutes break)
- Wednesday January 26, 2022: 7pm-9pm
- Saturday January 29, 2022: 8am-12:15pm (15 minutes break)
- Sunday January 30, 2022: 8am-12:15pm (15 minutes break)
- Wednesday February 2, 2022: 7pm-9pm + Graduation
Certification will be delivered by email to the attendees who participate in the full course.
Info about the teacher:
Sasy is a 500 hours Yoga Alliance Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). He has been lived and taught yoga in many studios in Northern Italy, in Fuerteventura (Spain), India (Mysore), Nepal (Pockara) and all of 2018 in Los Angeles (USA).
He also has some experience in Karma Yoga including Anand Prakash Ashram in Risikesh (India) where he led Vipassana Meditation and Karuna Home for Disabled and Orphaned Children in Bylakuppe/Mysore (India) where he taught Yoga in a Yoga Studio inside the Tibetan Camp 1. On March 2020 he completed his three months of Karma Yoga at Sivananda Ashram Bahamas.
Sasy is a former Italian Police Detective and chief who has spent 20 years serving the Italian Government in the field of crime and narcotics. Knowing very well the stress and all the consequences that First Responder service can bring into the personal life of every single officer or member, Sasy was inspired to offer training for First Responders. Drawing on his past in law enforcement and the knowledge he developed since 2005 in the fields of meditation, stress reduction, Yoga and trauma-informed movement, Sasy co-founded together with Julia Long, F.R.Y. First Responders’ Yoga Canada, a tool box mind body wellness that compiles breathwork, functional yoga movement, trauma informed Yoga, meditation and positive affirmation techniques, designed for First Resppnders by First Responders, tailored to their needs. And with the F.R.Y. The App the tools are available anytime, anywhere, when needed, at a push of a button.
In 2005 Sasy started his spiritual quest and decided to dedicate his life to yoga since 2014.
He is the author of “The Key to Happiness” and “Yin Yoga”, two manuscripts in which he shares a glimpse of his personal spiritual journey, some easy-to-understand neuroscience about meditation and deep breathing, life-altering tools that transformed his daily living. in 2020 he co-authored his 3rd book together with Julia, “F.R.Y. First Responders’ Yoga. The Book”. All the manuscripts are available on Amazon, both paperback and digital formats.
www.sasycacace.com
by Sasy Cacace | Jul 25, 2021 | Events
I will be leading, together with Julia, a live in person Retreat. Covid Protocols in place
Thoughtfully designed retreat to deliver an exceptional experience, a blend of tranquillity and insight. A unique holiday that has the power to transform your life.
Join this retreat in the splendid beauty of Gallilee Centre’s nature to discover the wisdom in your life and be nourished, inspired, and empowered by the view of the Ottawa River, the nature all around, silence observed until after breakfast, Yoga both Yang and Yin approaches, Meditation, Breathwork, Yoga Nidra and Circle of Fire ceremony.
Step out of the daily hustle and bustle and step into a Yoga practice and discover your own inner dimension.
You will be also introduced to the 5 key segments of the F.R.Y. The Method class which includes Meditation, Breathwork, Asana both Yang and Yin approaches, relaxation, positive and affirmation and Mindfulness, tools for stress management, calming your life and learning to let go.
No Yoga experience is necessary. We will give you the tools to start or enhance your Yoga practice
WHO: everyone who is interested in spending 2 days surrounded by nature and with an immersion in yoga practice, meditation, breathwork. Yoga teachers and whoever need to recharge
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
– 2 nights basic accommodation (single) at the peaceful and serene Galilee Retreat Centre adjacent to an old growth forest overlooking the Ottawa River, complete with meditative labyrinth, river beach and forest path
– 6 healthy vegan meals with gluten free options (first meal: Friday dinner; last meal: Sunday lunch. Any food allergies need to be communicated by September 17th
– 12+ hours of Yoga (Yang and Yin approaches), Meditation, Yoga Nidra and positive affirmations, Pranayama (Breathwork)
– ntroduction to the F.R.Y. The Method
– Q&A about Yoga Lifestyle and Philosophy
COST:
– Payment through Eventbrite (link above) + HST + Fees
– Early Bird: $ 485.00 CAD until August 27th, 2021 ($ 250.00 CAD deposit non-refundable to hold your spot and payment in full by August 27th to get this rate)
– After August 27th 2021 full cost of $ 545.00 CAD ($ 250.00 CAD deposit non-refundable to hold your spot and payment in full by September 17th )
– After September 17th payment in full, $ 545.00 CAD, to hold your spot
CONTACT:
Julia@FirstRespondersYogaCanada.com
Sasy@FirstRespondersYogaCanada.com
Phone: 519.770.YOGA (9642)
TIME TABLE OF THE RETREAT:
1. Arrive Friday September 24th by 3pm
2. Friday schedule:- 3:30-4:30pm: Welcome and Retreat overview.
– 4:30pm-6:15pm: Meditation, – Pranayama and Yoga practice (Yang approach)
– 6:30pm: Dinner and individual time
– 8:00-9:00pm: introduction to Classical Yoga Nidra & Yoga Nidra practice
– Individual quiet time
– 10:00pm: Suggested lights out
3. Saturday schedule (suggestion to observe silence until breakfast is completed)
– 6:00-6:30am: Meditation
– 6:30-8:00 Pranayama and Yoga practice (Yang approach)
– 8:15am: Breakfast and individual time
– 11:00am-12:15pm: Meditation, Yin Yoga
– 12:30pm: Lunch
– 2:00-2:45pm: Q&A about Yoga Lifestyle and Philosophy
– 2:45-4:00pm: Introducing F.R.Y. The Method
– 4:00-4:30pm: Break with fruits and vegetables trays
– 4:30pm-6:15pm: Meditation, Pranayama and Yoga practice following F.R.Y. The Method
– 6:30pm: Dinner and individual time
– 8pm-9pm: Circle of Fire on the beach
– 10:00pm: Suggested lights out
4. Sunday schedule (suggestion to observe silence until breakfast is completed)
– 6:00-6:30am: Walking Meditation
– 6:30-8:00 am: Pranayama and Yoga practice (Yang approach)
– 8:15am: Breakfast and individual time
– 10:00am: Labyrinth Walk Meditation
Room check out by 11am
– 11:00am-12:15pm: Meditation & Yin Yoga
– 12:30pm: Lunch
– 2:00-3:00pm: Meditation, Pranayama and Yoga practice (Yang approach)
– 3:15-4pm: Closing session
WHAT TO BRING:
– Your Yoga mat
– Comfortable clothing for the Yoga practice
– Yoga blocks, blanket and strap if you have
– Water bottle
– Toiletries and towels
– Swim suit if the weather is nice
– Evening jacket/sweater for campfire
– Walking shoes
– A journal and coloring pencil/markers
– Your mask for COVID protocol (hand sanitizer will be available in the venue)
– Personal snacks
– A smile
ABOUT THE TEACHERS JULIA & SASY
Julia
Julia (Dharma Gian Kaur) is an Advanced Sivananda Yoga Teacher, certified California College of Ayurveda (CCA) Yoga Nidra Teacher Trainer, and a Kundalini Yoga Teacher based in Ottawa, Canada. She has been teaching and providing CCA Yoga Nidra sessions in groups and privately for many years. She is currently the only Classically-based Yoga Nidra Teacher Trainer in Canada (CCA-YN). She is also a certified Canadian Fitness Professional (CanFitPro). She has over 1000 hours of yoga training, including trauma-informed movement. She is a co-founder of F.R.Y. First Responders’ Yoga Canada. She has 2 sons who are First Responders which spawned the creation of F.R.Y.- She is a co-Author of the book “F.R.Y. First Responder Yoga. The Book” available on Amazon, both paperback and digital format.
Julia holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Laws and was a practicing lawyer. She has used her skills as a leader in the federal arena to help keep chemical substances of concern out of the Canadian environment. She is also a member of the International Society of Female Professionals. She is writing and publishing in various journals on topics of wellbeing.
Julia is a Registered Yoga Alliance Instructor (RYT-500) and also a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP).
www.ProLongYoga.com www.Instagram.com/ProLongYogaSasy
Sasy is a 500 hours Yoga Alliance Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). He has been lived and taught yoga in many studios in Northern Italy, in Fuerteventura (Spain), India (Mysore), Nepal (Pockara) and all of 2018 in Los Angeles (USA).
He also has some experience in Karma Yoga including Anand Prakash Ashram in Risikesh (India) where he led Vipassana Meditation and Karuna Home for Disabled and Orphaned Children in Bylakuppe/Mysore (India) where he taught Yoga in a Yoga Studio inside the Tibetan Camp 1. In March 2020 he completed his three months of Karma Yoga at Sivananda Ashram Bahamas.
Sasy is a former Italian Police Detective and chief who has spent 20 years serving the Italian Government in the field of crime and narcotics. Knowing very well the stress and all the consequences that First Responder service can bring into the personal life of every single officer or member, Sasy was inspired to offer training for First Responders. Drawing on his past in law enforcement and the knowledge he developed since 2005 in the fields of meditation, stress reduction, Yoga and trauma-informed movement, Sasy co-founded together with Julia Long, F.R.Y. First Responders’ Yoga Canada, a tool box mind body wellness that compiles breathwork, functional yoga movement, trauma informed Yoga, meditation and positive affirmation techniques, designed for First Responders by First Responders, tailored to their needs. And with the F.R.Y. The App the tools are available anytime, anywhere, when needed, at a push of a button.
In 2005 Sasy started his spiritual quest and decided to dedicate his life to yoga since 2014.
He is the author of “The Key to Happiness” and “Yin Yoga”, two manuscripts in which he shares a glimpse of his personal spiritual journey, some easy-to-understand neuroscience about meditation and deep breathing, life-altering tools that transformed his daily living. In 2020 he co-authored his 3rd book together with Julia, “F.R.Y. First Responders Yoga. The Book”. All the manuscripts are available on Amazon, both paperback and digital formats.
www.sasycacace.com
by Sasy Cacace | Jul 15, 2021 | Events
Getting a profound understanding of breathing to take care of all the body-systems, your mind and move the awareness to the Soul level.
In this on-line course eligible for 6 hours Continuing Education with Yoga Alliance you will learn how to use your breath to increase body’s energy, health and awareness.
An intensive self-experience Breathwork/Pranayama course to:
- Understand your breathing
- Take care of your body/mind system
- Deepen your awareness to move beyond the awareness sheath (awareness layer) to the bliss sheath (bliss layer)
- Become aware of the deeper layers of the self
About the Techniques you will learn in this Pranayama course:
- The Locks (Bandhas)
- The Retentions of Breath (Kumbhakas)
- Belly Breathing
- Yogic Breathing
- Alternate Nostrils Breathing (Anuloma Viloma)
- Shining Skull Breathing (Kapalabhati)
- Fire Breathing (Bastrika)
- Humming Bee Breathing (Brhamari)
- Equal Ratio Breathing (Samavritti)
- Not Equal Ratio Breathing (Asamavritti)
- Stepped Breathing (Viloma)
- Mantra Breathing
- Rolling Tongue Breathing (Sitali)
- Smiling Breathing Breathing (Sithkari)
- Ocean Sound Breathing (Ujjay)
You will also learn modifications to enhance and control these techniques to suit your own practice.
Who this course is for: Everyone. Everyone who wants to learn more about the power of breathing. Everyone who wants to deepen their yoga practice. Every yoga instructor who wants to learn more about Pranayama.
Breathwork/Pranayama is one of the 5 key elements in F.R.Y. The Method session.
When:
- Saturday September 18, 2021: from 8am to 11am
- Sunday September 19, 2021: from 8am to 11am
Certification: After completing this online Pranayama course, you will receive a certificate to upload in your Yoga Alliance dashboard.
Link to the source: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/162847576485
