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Looking for your next challenge?
This is for you if you can handle a seriously impressive practice. This is kick-ass yoga.
And we’re not just talking in a physical way.
Ashtanga yoga, a traditional yoga system as taught by Indian Guru Pattabhi Jois, is a sweaty, aerobic form of yoga. Hardly surprising then that many celebs were at the front of the queue when Ashtanga yoga became real famous a few years ago. This form of yoga naturally appeals to the body-conscious and health-conscious individual. Model Christy Turlington, Queen of Pop Madonna and legendary singer and saver of the rainforests Sting, Hollywoods stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and Dennis Quaid all were, or still are serious fans of Ashtanga yoga. And, yes indeed, this practice suits active, ambitious types who don’t walk away from a real challenge.
Others that are hooked are more attracted to the structure of the system and practice, which not only demands a level of strength and fitness but actually requires a real amount of commitment and discipline. Be warned. People either love it or hate it.
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You'll be rewarded endlessly...
Most people lack strength and flexibility when they start Ashtanga yoga practice. But consistency – a well-known slogan of this practice is “Practice and all is coming!” – will take you there. Step by step. Centimeter by centimeter.
Your discipline and effort will be rewarded endlessly, starting with increased strength and of course flexibility. The beautiful extras of a dedicated practice are a healthy glowing skin, visibly toned muscles and a regular detox for your body.This comes from the work-out nature of the practice combined with 'breathing with sound' and bandhas which builds up the inner ‘fire’ and – take note - will cause you to sweat!
As well as the physical benefits and increased body awareness, you might also find yourself becoming more mentally awareand experience an improved state of focus and concentration.Certainly not a bad thing considering the incredibly fast pace of the world we live in today!
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Leave the gym behind you!
Ashtanga yoga is complimentary to sports, and in fact for some people it becomes their ‘sport’, and although it’s true that it’s most beneficial when practiced in the morning, it is something you can do almost anywhere at anytime. The Ashtanga yoga community is alive all over the world.
Like all yoga practice, Ashtanga is in fact, an investment in yourself. It’s usually the physical impact and benefits that gives people the discipline and stamina to develop a consistent and multi-dimensional practice.
Another element of the challenge we are talking about here is for you to commit to a regular (read: 6 days a week is the traditional way!) practice.We permanently teach the primary series Ashtanga yoga to new students. During the learning proces time you will be taught individually within Mysore style classes which implies supported self-practice. Learning the primary series at Yogashala will fully enable you to confidently join an Ashtanga class anywhere in the world! This is an experience which has proved to be immensely gratifying for many of the students we have taught so far.
Will you be next to join them?
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