Ashtanga Yoga: this challenging and flowing form of Hatha Yoga brings the body, mind and spirit into perfect alignment and function. The Ashtanga practice combines breath control, isometrics, focused gazing, and an uninterrupted sequence of postures into a moving meditation, enhancing self-awareness and concentration. The Primary Series: Yoga Chikitsa, meaning "yoga therapy" in Sanskrit, is the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga. It is a specific sequence of postures designed to align the body and help protect and rehabilitate it from injury, while freeing the senses. The series, when committed to memory, becomes a meditation in motion. By coordinating every movement of breath, this series serves to unwind, open and free the body from the base of the toes to the top of the skull. This six-week introduction to the sequence of postures that make up the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga is a great place to begin your practice. Students learn the fundamentals of moving with the breath and maintaining concentration. Michelle has been a devoted and enthusiastic student of Ashtanga Yoga for over eight years. For the first time since opening the Yoga House she will teach the Introductory Series. Michelle is strongly committed to passing on the traditional method of Ashtanga Yoga as taught by her teacher, Govinda Kai and the father of this practice, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, of Mysore, India. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to begin your yoga journey. Under the guidance of Michelle's experienced eye you will be guided through the poses in a safe, warm, inviting environment. Please join Michelle for this six-week introductory session and begin at the beginning. Call to register today! Wednesday Evenings 6:30 - 7:45 pm 6 -Week Introductory Series: $125 |
The practice of Ashtanga yoga is an ancient and powerful discipline for cultivating physical, mental and spiritual health. Progressive techniques of breath, posture and movement, cleanse, stretch and strengthen the body as well as focus and calm the mind. A deeper experience of the self becomes possible through consistent practice.