ABOUT

Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind. Ashtanga vinyasa yoga is a style of yoga as exercise popularised by K. Pattabhi Jois during the twentieth century, often promoted as a dynamic form of classical Indian (hatha) yoga. it was taught to Guruji Jois by his teacher Tirumalai Krishnamacharya. The style is energetic, synchronising breath with movements. The individual poses (asanas) are linked by flowing movements (vinyasas). Traditionally, ashtanga vinyasa yoga students memorised a sequence and practised it together without being led by a teacher. Teacher-led classes were introduced in K. Pattabhi Jois's later years. Classes are typically taught twice per week in place of Mysore style classes. Teachers guide the practice, adjusting and assisting with postures and leading the group of students through a series of postures all at the same time. Sequences and series[edit] Eka Pada Galavasana, flying pigeon pose. Ashtanga's advanced Series An ashtanga vinyasa practice of asanas typically begins with five repetitions of surya namaskara A and B respectively, followed by a standing sequence. The practitioner then progresses through one of six series of postures, followed by a standard closing sequence. The six series are: The primary series: Yoga chikitsa, yoga for health or yoga therapy The intermediate series: Nadishodhana, the nerve purifier (also called the "second series") The Advanced series: Sthira bhaga, centering of strength Advanced A, or third series Advanced B, or fourth series Advanced C, or fifth series Advanced D, or sixth series We facilitate the time and space for the practice