Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

 

This method of yoga is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. The practice consist of Surya Namaskara A & B; standing postures; sitting postures and finishing postures followed by a series of postures for further stilling the mind. There is a relaxation after each practice.

 

The uniqueness of this yoga is its foundation in the vinyasa (breath movement system). Each movement is synchronized and guided by the rhythmical inhale and exhale. The vinyasa system allows yoga poses (asana) to flow one after another in a steady sequence.

 

The breathing technique is called ujjayi breath. Additional aspects of this practice are the application of internal locks (bandha) and glaze points (dhrishi) while we flow from one posture to the next. Each pose is held for 5 breaths before transitioning through a specific series of movements (Vinyasa) to the next pose.

 

Once the practitioner has understood the breath and movements and no longer as to think about what's next then, this flowing sequence begins to culminate into a moving meditation. This practice has many benefits and can be practiced by anyone if taught in the traditional way (Mysore style or Counted Vinyasa) under the guidance of an experienced teacher.

 

In Ashtanga Yoga the body moves, continuously swirls, while the mind and the breathing remain irremovable, in a deep and constant rhythm. This dual situation of movement and immobility is what creates the sense of "flow". The situation where the mind becomes the “observer”, and thus extends its limits and potential.

 

Relaxation is incorporated to release tensions from Body Mind and Spirit.

 

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a fantastic & amazing practice.

 

Requirements

Yoga mat

Loose clothing allowing for freedom of movement.

Try not to eat at least 90 mins before class.

 

Please note:

This yoga is unsuitable for pregnant women, people with injury or those who like their activity on the less energetic side. If in doubt please contact Tony to discuss.

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