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Maria Villella on the Importance of the Breath
Ashtanga Yoga teacher Maria Villella talks about the importance of the breath and … [Read More...]
Maria Villella on Visiting an Ashram in India
Ashtanga Yoga teacher Maria Villella talks about a visit to an ashram in India where … [Read More...]
Yoga Teachers
Nathalie Croix
Creative Director and founder of Shanti Yoga Shala, Nathalie has learned yoga philosophy … [Read More...]
Heather Radha Duplex and Anthony “Prem” Carlisi
Anthony "Prem" Carlisi was born in Phoenix, Arizona in 1955. He began his Ashtanga … [Read More...]
Ashtanga Yoga
Taking a Class
Ashtanga Yoga classes are either "led" or "Mysore-style". In led or "conducted" classes the teacher calls out every asana and vinyasa and may give some general verbal instructions. Ashtanga workshops and seminars often follow this format because it works well for large groups of students. Mysore Classes The majority of Ashtanga Yoga classes follow the format of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois's daily classes … [Read More...]
Maria Villella on Adjustments, Ego and Injury
Ashtanga Yoga teacher Maria Villella talks about her approach to physical adjustments in postures, keeping the ego in check while practicing, and how she modified her own personal Ashtanga Yoga practice when she was injured. … [Read More...]
The Fundamental Asana of Ashtanga Yoga
These asana are performed after Surya Namaskara A and B, and before a series (Primary, Intermediate, Advanced). When practicing Intermediate and Advanced Series, Utthita Hasta Padangushtasana and Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana are usually omitted. The Fundamental Asana Padangusthasana: 3 vinyasas Padahastasana: 3 vinyasas Utthita Trikonasana A and B: 5 vinyasas Utthita Parsvakonasana A and B: … [Read More...]
Maria Villella on the Importance of the Breath
Ashtanga Yoga teacher Maria Villella talks about the importance of the breath and correct breathing in the practice of Ashtanga Yoga. … [Read More...]
