Backbends with Susanna Smith
April 16, 2015
Acro Yoga Playshop with Lois and Ben
May 24, 2015
Ashtanga Yoga is an 8 limb system of yoga introduced to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with movement in a progressive series of postures.
This process produces intense internal heat that leads to purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. This sequence leads to a blissful state of being, as well as a strong and flexible body.
This workshop will consist of two parts:
1. Theory
- What is Ashtanga Yoga and where does it come from
- Tristana method: The 3 basic principles Ashtanga is based on
- Incorporating your yoga practice into your every day life
2. Practical
- Learning the sequence
- Practicing and understanding conditions of the some of the basic poses
- Fundamentals of the practice
When: Saturday 30 May
Time: 12 – 2pm
Fee: R250
Booking required: izelleyogi@gmail.com
All students welcome! This workshop is open to all levels and ideal if you are new to yoga, or if you have a regular practice and want to rediscover the roots of Vinyasa.
Claire has been a committed Yoga practitioner for the past eight years. Although she has explored various styles of Yoga, the self-practice element of the Ashtanga Yoga system resonates very deeply with her.
Most of her time now days consists of growing the Mysore Yoga JHB community, assisting international teachers and gaining much knowledge from them as they travel through Johannesburg.
Claire continues to learn from her experiences as a devoted mother, wife, yoga practitioner and teacher. She looks forward to introducing students to Ashtanga Yoga.
