Sri K pattabhi Jois

Introduction to Ashtanga: Ashtanga Yoga is a 5,000 year old set sequence of postures designed to bring incredible, strength, flexibility and endurance to the body and a sense of stillness to the mind. This strong intro class will teach the fundamentals of ashtanga yoga, sun salutations, ujjayi breath, energy locks and vinyasas to prepare the student for the full primary series of ashtanga yoga. Ashtanga’s intensity can also invoke positive life transformations off the mat, helping you to live fully, with a deep sense of Self, in your daily life.  The Ashtanga (“eight limbs”) system is a deeply spiritual practice helping you to connect to your soul and to God.

Ashtanga Primary Series: Also known as Yoga Chikitsa (Yoga Therapy) This class refers to the full primary series of the ashtanga system, as taught in the tradition of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. This flowing, set, sequence of postures utilizes ujjayi breath and bandhas (energy locks) to increases muscular strength, flexibility, concentration and to deepen one’s connection to Self and God.  This class is not for beginners, Introduction to Ashtanga is recommended before taking this class.

Mysore Ashtanga: This is an independent practice and is for students who have a working knowledge of the ashtanga system. This is not a lead class. Mysore is a city in the south of India (see map) where Ashtanga yoga has been taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois since the 1930’s. Students practice the Ashtanga series of their choice at their own pace, with hands on adjustments.  Ashtanga experience is required before taking the Mysore class.