In this workshop the first 11 asanas (postures)of the primary series will be introduced. Modifications, assists, and a comprehensive breakdown of each asana will be shown so the student will leave understanding how to start an Ashtanga Practice at home or in a yoga shala (studio).

This workshop is for handstand lovers or those that wish to develop a handstand into their daily yoga practice. Students will start practicing the first 11 postures of the Ashtanga Yoga sequence, then continue with drills that develop their skills to arm balancing. Techniques and skills will be the main focus. **Students should feel comfortable completing Sun Salutations and crow pose, and should be practicing yoga on a regular basis.

Students will be taught the Ashtanga yoga method as it’s still taught in Mysore, India today.

Students will practice their asana and receive one on one instruction, assists, and/or modifications in a group setting.

Students should be familiar with Ashtanga Yoga with a regular weekly practice.

This workshop is for students ready to bridge the gap between asana (postures) and starting an independent pranayama (yogic breathing) practice. Theory will be discussed, followed by a traditional pranayama sequence involving 6 specific techniques.

This workshop will look at backbends from the Ashtanga 1st & 2nd series. Theory will be discussed, followed by practice of the asana and ways to modify, change and assist. *Being comfortable pressing into “wheel pose” is required.