Embodying the Elements
Tending the Fire: living yoga, ayurveda and movement alchemy for vital health
A 4-Day Prana Vinyasa Intensive with Shiva Rea 23-26 September 2026
About the intensive
Our body comprises all life elements - the earth's food, the sacred water in our fluid body, the metabolic and electrical fire within our cellular network, the life-giving air that nourishes every cell, and the space pervading our body.
The awakening of the elemental body serves as the primary energetic map in Prana Flow, laying the foundation for sequencing movement alchemy, embodying nature, and fostering an integrated flow between our practice and life.
Firekeeping 101 - Know They Self - Soulful Wellness
Our approach to daily balance is Caring for the Elemental Body through Ayurvedic Dinacharya and Lifestyle (Daily and Seasonal) Rhythms for Living Flow.
You can join the complete 4-day Intensive, or choose one of the 2-day options: Wednesday & Thursday or Friday & Saturday.
Living Ayurveda
Through our integration of prana flow Living Ayurveda course we will focus on understanding how the elements, gunas and doshas within Ayurveda support our physical and mental well-being. Learn and discover the many layers of your being through the lenses of Ayurveda. Apply this ayurvedic knowledge to invite new daily ritual practices to maintain a balance, vital life.
This system, integral to our teacher training, introduces Five Elemental Prana Flow Namaskars and Ten Sequences as ways of balancing our fire,, enabling creative and effective sequencing of yoga flow.
Experience the Roots and Evolution of vinyasa through Shiva's guidance in the Elemental Vinyasa pathway of the Prana Flow system, encompassing the Elemental Namaskars and Solar-Lunar Waves Sequences within the pathways of Prana Mandala Vinyasa.
What is Prana Vinyasa®
PRANA VINYASA® is a full spectrum approach to embodying the flow of yoga cultivated by Shiva Rea.
Students are empowered to experience prana, the universal source of breath, life-energy and conscious intelligence, as the navigating source of yoga practice and vital living.
Each practice follows one of the five elements offering a creative diversity to the flow of your day. Each series is an immersion into each element through movement meditation from opening mudra vinyasa, prana flow namaskars from classical roots through the elements, creative, intelligent sequencing of asanas, breath flow, meditative awareness, body mudra and ecstatic release into full relaxation.
What to expect
Embody and Teach Five Elemental Namaskars - Bhumi (earth) Namaskar, Jala (water) Namaskar, Agni (fire) Namaskar, Hridaya (air) Namaskar, Akash (space) Namaskar.
Practice and receive Ten Solar-Lunar Elemental complete Prana Flow Sequences to embody and learn to teach through Samudra’s Online Pathways of Prana Flow Program for certification.
Solar sequences lead to peak asanas, Lunar sequences embody the "inner arts" - meditation, pranayama, mudra, mantra and slow flow for the flexibility and grounding of the hip openers, forward bends and inversion cycle in the mandala of asanas.
Principles of Prana Flow Movement Alchemy for sequencing elemental vinyasa
Integration of the "inner arts" including Tattwa Shuddhi Tantric Based Meditation
Understanding the Microcosm-Macrocosm of the Elemental Body within Yoga and cross-culturally and the importance of embodying nature in soulful times
Firekeeping 101 - Know They Self - Soulful Wellness
Caring for the Elemental Body through Ayurvedic Dinacharya and Lifestyle (Daily and Seasonal) Rhythms for Living Flow.
Optional Masterclass: Fall Equinox Ritual
24 September 2026
Join Shiva Rea for a Fall Equinox Ritual Masterclass, where ritual and movement come together to mark the seasonal shift. An invitation to slow down, let go, and align with the transition into the darker half of the year.
You’re welcome to book this session separately or include it as part of your weekend at a reduced rate.
The Teacher
Shiva Rea
Shiva Rea is a globally renowned yoga teacher and the founder of Prana Vinyasa and the Samudra Global School for Living Yoga. Her work is rooted in a deep relationship with breath, rhythm, and the innate intelligence of the body, shaped through decades of practice, study, and teaching across cultures and landscapes worldwide.
Her teaching draws from the roots of vinyasa yoga and is informed by long-term study in tantra, Ayurveda, the Krishnamacharya lineage, kalaripayattu, world dance, and somatic movement. Through this lived integration, Shiva offers yoga as a way of life that connects movement, ritual, and awareness, inviting practitioners to experience flow as something that extends into everyday living.
Global Flow x Shiva
Shiva Rea was one of my first teachers. I began practicing with her sixteen years ago, and her work has had a lasting influence on my own path as a practitioner and teacher. Through her teaching, yoga revealed itself as a creative and embodied practice that continues far beyond the mat.
What resonates deeply at Global Flow is the way Shiva weaves embodiment and ritual into her work, inviting practices that are felt and lived. We’re excited to share this aspect of her teaching with our community and to create space for this way of practicing together.
Event details
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Intensiv:
Date: 24 September 2026
Time: 18:00 - 21:00 hrs
Intensive:
Dates: 23-26 September 2026
Times: 9:00- 17:0 hrs
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We are welcoming you at De Roos in the beautiful Vondelpark for this immersion.
Address:
De Roos
P.C. Hooftstraat 183
1071 BW Amsterdam
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Masterclass:
18:00 - 20:30 hrs | Masterclass
Intensive:
Full days, schedule will follow
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4-Day Intensive + Masterclass: €605
4-Day Intensive Only: €545
2-Day Intensive Only: €300
Masterclass Only: €80
All prices include VAT.
Payment in instalments is possible for this event. You can choose to pay 50% at the time of booking and 50% no later than 30 days before the start of the event. For this we accept bank payments only.
If you would like to use this option, please do not book through the website. Instead, email info@globalflow.org and we will register you manually and send payment details. Your place is confirmed after the first payment has been received.
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This intensive is open to yoga teachers, teachers in training, and practitioners of all levels who are curious to explore vinyasa as a rhythmic, embodied practice. No prior experience with Prana Vinyasa is required.
The Intensive can be taken as part of your teacher training wish Shiva, or as a stand alone training.
The practice is physically engaging but can be adapted where needed to be more or less challenging. If you wish to deepen your relationship with breath, rhythm, your body and collective flow, this is the right intensive for you!
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The event takes place at De Roos in Amsterdam. The venue is easy to reach by bike and public transport, with several tram stops within walking distance. Paid parking is available in the area, though it can be expensive. Doors open shortly before the start time, and we recommend arriving a little early so you can settle in comfortably.
Please bring your own yoga mat. If you can not bring your own mat, reach out to us to reserve a mat. Mats are limited, so make sure you let us know well in advance. Please bring a reusable water bottle, as Amsterdam tap water is safe to drink. If you rely on specific props in your practice, we recommend bringing your essential items with you.
Location
We gather at De Roos, a unique and historic venue located in the heart of Amsterdam, at the entrance of the Vondelpark. Originally opened in 1900 as the headquarters of the Theosophical Society, De Roos has a long history rooted in personal development and the exploration of wisdom traditions.
Today, De Roos functions as a contemporary yoga and event space with a calm, grounded atmosphere.
During the lunch break, you can stay at De Roos and enjoy their café, which serves organic salad bowls, sandwiches, juices, ceremonial cacao, and other nourishing options. We offer a long lunch break so you also enjoy the park on beautiful days.
FAQ
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register for the immersion.
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Please bring your own yoga mat. If you can not bring your own mat, reach out to us to reserve a mat. Mats are limited, so make sure you let us know well in advance. We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle, as Amsterdam tap water is safe to drink. If you rely on specific props in your practice, please bring your essential items. While we aim to provide the necessary props, we cannot guarantee that all individual needs can be met.
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The intensives and masterclasses are intended for practitioners with some prior yoga experience who wish to deepen their practice. Participants of different levels are welcome, and when working with an injury the teacher can offer appropriate adjustments and options. If you are unsure whether this immersion is suitable for you, feel free to reach out. We are happy to advise you.How can I contact you?
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If you are working with an injury or physical limitation, please inform the teacher at the start of the immersion. Adjustments and variations will be offered where possible, but participants are encouraged to take responsibility for their own practice and to work within their personal boundaries. If you are unsure whether this immersion is suitable for your situation, feel free to contact us in advance.
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All events are taught in English.
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De Roos is located in the centre of Amsterdam and is easily accessible by public transport, with several tram stops within walking distance. Paid parking is available in the surrounding area, though it can be limited and relatively expensive.
The venue is accessible on foot and by bike, and we recommend using public transport where possible. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please feel free to contact us in advance.ription
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Accommodation is not included in the immersion. Amsterdam offers a wide range of options close to the venue, and the best choice often depends on personal preference and budget.
Many participants choose to book an Airbnb, which is widely available in Amsterdam. Staying in the area around the Vondelpark is a convenient option, with neighbourhoods such as the Vondelkwartier, Oud-Zuid, and Oud-West all within walking distance or a short bike or tram ride.
There are also several hotels nearby. For those who prefer a hostel, Stayokay Vondelpark is located just a two-minute walk from De Roos.
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All bookings and cancellations and are subject to our booking- and cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing these policies carefully before booking. You can find the full details on our Booking Policy page and our Cancellation Policy page.
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If you have any questions about the immersion, please feel free to contact us through the contact form. We’re happy to help.