
Danielle Lee
Yoga Teacher, Lower Hudson Valley & NYC, Shadow Yoga
2026 Shadow Yoga Curriculum
Tools of Sadhana:
Progressive Application of Karana and Asana within Full Practice Format
January to December 2026
The tools of a Full Practice Format consisting of Warmup, Karana (meditative standing activity), Asana (seated postures), Mantra (internal resonance) and Conclusion will be introduced and developed in a systematic and layered way through a series of workshops and guided classes in 2026. ​
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Teachings will be built up progressively from workshop to workshop, with refinement and nuance layered in from class to class. Modifications will be given and each individual supported to work within one's limit. This allows for cultivation of sensitivity, self-trust and understanding necessary for becoming a skillful self-directed practitioner who can intuitively respond to the needs of the moment within one's capacity.
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The 2026 curriculum is open to all with a sincere desire to learn and a willingness to take on a greater commitment beyond drop-in classes. The first Intro Session in January and subsequent Workshops are required to participate in the weekly guided classes. While weekly classes are optional, they serve to refine kinesthetic memory, layer in nuance, and deepen one's understanding.
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Registration/Inquiry via email: danielleleeliving@gmail.com
Introduction to Tools of Sadhana:
with Primary Focus on Nrtta Sadhana
ONLINE:
Saturday, Jan 24
10:30am -11:30am ET​​​​​
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Makeup Date:
Monday, Jan 26
6:45pm - 7:45pm ET​
We will begin in January with an online introduction to the 2026 curriculum. After a brief overview of the tools of Shadow Yoga Sadhana, the main focus of this introductory session will be on Nrtta Sadhana and its function within a Full Practice Format. This intro session will consist of talk, demo, and practical experience of warmup activities.
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Open to all levels. Beneficial to both seasoned and new to Shadow Yoga practitioners.​​​ No prior experience required.
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Live via Zoom, $30
Workshop: Taranyali Krantam & Asana Angahara I
ONLINE:
Sat or Sun, Feb 7 or 8
10:30am -12:30pm ET​​​​​
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IN-PERSON:
TBD for 2 hours
This workshop will be dedicated to learning the Taranyali Krantam form and Asana Angahara I (sequential arrangement of seated postures). Karanas and Asanas will be taught in a systematic and interactive way, and Karanas repeated many times to facilitate kinesthetic memory and to promote ease and stability in application.
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Live via Zoom: $60 for 2 hour workshop
In-Person in NYC: $80 (with minimum of 10 participants)
Guided Practice: Taranyali Krantam & Asana Angahara I within Full Practice Format
ONLINE: February, March & April:
Wednesdays
6:45 - 7:45pm ET​​​​​
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Saturdays
10:30 - 11:30am ET​​​​
These guided classes will help to refine kinesthetic memory, layer in nuance, and deepen one's understanding of the tools of Sadhana. In February, March and April, we will refine Taranyali Krantam as a prelude to Asana Angahara I and Conclusion.
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Live via Zoom, $30 each
Workshop: Taranyali Tandava & Asana Angahara II
ONLINE:
Sat or Sun, May 2 or 3
10:30am -12:30pm ET​​​​​
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IN-PERSON:
TBD
This workshop will be dedicated to learning the Taranyali Tandava form and Asana Angahara II. Karanas and Asanas will be taught in a systematic and interactive way, and Karanas repeated many times to facilitate kinesthetic memory and to promote ease and stability in application.
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Live via Zoom, $60 for 2 hour workshop
In-Person in NYC: $80 (with minimum of 10 participants)​​
Guided Practice: Taranyali Tandava & Asana Angahara II within Full Practice Format
ONLINE: May, June & July:
Wednesdays
6:45 - 7:45pm ET​​​​​
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Saturdays
10:30 - 11:30am ET​
These guided classes will help to refine kinesthetic memory, layer in nuance, and deepen one's understanding of the tools of Sadhana. In May, June and July, we will refine Taranyali Tandava as a prelude to Asana Angahara II and Conclusion.​
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Live via Zoom, $30 each
Workshop: Deha Shuddhi & Refinement of Conclusion
ONLINE:
Sat or Sun in Sept TBD
10:30am -12:30pm ET​​​​​
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IN-PERSON:
TBD
This workshop will be dedicated to learning the Deha Shuddhi (Purification of Body Mind) and expanding the Conclusion of the Full Practice Format. These activities will be taught in a systematic and interactive way, and repeated multiple times to facilitate kinesthetic memory and to promote ease and stability in application.
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Live via Zoom: $60 for 2 hour workshop
In-Person in NYC: $80 (with minimum of 10 participants)
Guided Practice: Complete Practice Format with Expanded Conclusion
ONLINE: Sept - Dec:
Wednesdays
6:45 - 7:45pm ET​​​​​
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Saturdays
10:30 - 11:30am ET​
In these guided sessions from September to December, we will continue to refine Taranyali Krantam, Taranyali Tandava, Asana Angaharas and Conclusion including Deha Shuddhi within the Full Practice Format. The expanded Conclusion will serve to guide the practitioner towards internal states of absorption.
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Live via Zoom, $30 each​
2026 Specialty Classes & Workshops
Gentle Practice
Saturdays
9:00 -10:15am ET​
Tailored to those seeking a gentle practice, these guided sessions will incorporate gentle movements, simple stances, long-held postures, and deep relaxation to release, open, and nourish the body, mind and spirit.
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Live via Zoom, $30
Registration/Inquiry via email: danielleleeliving@gmail.com