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SUMMARY:Hybrid Class: "Learning the Basics" with Paul Emerson\, Ph.D.  Tuesdays: April 21 - May 26\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nHybrid Meditation I Series: “Learning the Basics”\nwith Paul Emerson Ph.D.\n Tuesdays: April 21 – May 26\, 2026\n6:30-8:00 p.m.\nRegister here.\n\n	\n\n\nSection 1 (in-person at the Meditation Center\, can zoom when you can’t make it); Section 2 (zoom only) \nIf you have already taken Meditation I and would like to attend this class\, the cost is $37.50. Email us at info@themeditationcenter.org stating your intention to retake Meditation I and we will register you at half the cost. \n\n	\n\n\nThis class introduces the student to the basics of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition. Relaxation techniques\, pranayama (yogic breath)\, ideal sitting postures\, and the use of mantra will be taught to help the student focus the mind and relax the body. Beginning Raja yoga philosophy is also included in this class. Treat yourself to the many benefits of a regular meditation practice. \nPaul Emerson is a biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. He is the authority on the physiology of breathing for The Meditation Center and has been teaching yoga for over 30 years. Paul has worked as a research scientist\, has been a manager of clinical research with a major biomedical company and a university instructor. In addition\, he holds eight patents in the areas of dialysis and sleep therapy. he is a scholar of ancient yoga texts. Paul was certified by the Rockford School of Yoga and began teaching in 1975.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/hybrid-class-learning-the-basics-with-paul-emerson-ph-d-tuesdays-april-21-may-26-2026/2026-05-05/
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