Chant:

Sahanavavatu

Teacher Student Prayer

OM saha navavatu saha nau bhunaktu saha viryam karavavahai tejasvi navadhitam astu ma vidvishavahai OM shanti, shanti, shanti

May we be protected together. May we be nourished together. May we work together with the energy of greatness. May our study be filled with brilliance and light. May there be no bad feelings between us. Om, peace, peace, peace.

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This is a chant that is often uttered at the beginning of a yoga lesson, whether it is instruction on asana, pranayama or other related material.  Translations vary.  Above is a simple one. 

If you are a regular student at Chris's classes, you might want to memorize it.  Printed copies are available at The Yoga Loft.