Yoga Thru the Ages: Facts + Fictions

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 08 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-05:00

5329 Oleander Dr Ste 200, Wilmington, NC, United States, North Carolina 28403 | Wilmington

Wilmington Yoga Center
Publisher/HostWilmington Yoga Center
Yoga Thru the Ages: Facts + Fictions
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What are the oldest postures? Was the Buddha a yogi? Who named the asana, "chair-pose"? When did yoga reach the US? Which parts of this history are romanticized, alternative "facts"? Join us for a whirlwind tour of texts, teachers, and traditions from 5000+ years ago to the ever-changing modern moment. We will sort through the (mis/dis)information in yoga’s past and current expressions to learn about "what happened." This exploration will inspire you to think more about all personal and community histories. Includes an introduction to Sanskrit, the language of yoga, and key texts from a range of time periods: Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras, and Tantras.

Lecture and Q&A discussion. Discover ancient yogic literature, art, Sanskrit terms, and more. 5000+ year timeline and additional handouts provided.

No prior knowledge expected or required. List of recommended books, articles, and films upon request.
CEUs for RYTs.

Friday | 6pm-8pm
Saturday | 9am-5:30 (1 Hour lunch break)
Sunday | 9am-5pm (1 Hour lunch break)
Early Bird Price:$325 before December 6, 2025
Standard Price:$375 after December 6, 2025
Registration: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=164&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000622
w/ Marcy Braverman-Goldstein, PhD.
Marcy is a leading scholar and educator who has spent decades bringing the history and language of yoga to life. She has taught at the University of California at Riverside, Davidson College, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Loyola Marymount University’s Yoga Studies Program, and more.
As the Founder of Sanskrit Revolution, she shares yoga’s linguistic and cultural foundations with students and teachers across the country. Drawing from both her academic expertise and her experience as a yoga instructor, Marcy creates engaging, wide-ranging classes that deepen understanding, sharpen critical thinking, and inspire personal growth.
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