Mysore Style Ashtanga
No classes on Moon Days (Full or New Moon).
Ashtanga Yoga:
Ashtanga yoga focuses on a specific sequence of postures (asanas), which are linked through movement (vinyasas) and breath (pranayama). The unique aspects to this practice include engagement of the internal locks (bandhas) and deep breathing (sometimes called “ocean breath”) which are used to assist the regulation of the flow of energy or life force (prana). Ashtanga is an athletic flow combining strength, flexibility and stamina for a complete practice.
Mysore Style:
Self practice with an Instructor assisting you. This class is taught as Ashtanga Yoga is taught in India, you are not cued through the class, you do your yoga practice while an instructor is present to assist you. Students practice the Ashtanga sequence of postures to their own ability and at their own pace. The teacher assists each student individually by giving physical adjustments and verbal instructions. This is the best class to get individual attention during a class setting, and is the preferred form of practice!
Getting Started:
The studio is a small but dedicated community.
A traditional Mysore program is built upon a strong foundation of trust between the teacher and student. Because this trust takes time working together to establish and maintain students who participate in the morning program are expected to attend practice at the shala a minimum of three days per week. Please check the schedule to see if you are able to commit to the expected attendance before contacting me regarding getting started with option 1 or 2.
Option 1
Mysore classes:
We only take a few new students every month as to insure individualized attention so there may be a wait list.
Beginners are encouraged to come to Mysore in order start to develop a yoga practice. There is no experience required just an eagerness to learn. With this self paced system of learning the Ashtanga series you work at your pace with your teacher fine tuning the practice to your specific needs. In your first class, you will be taught sun salutations and possibly some standing poses. In subsequent classes, you will work on what you have been taught and postures will be added a few at a time. Ashtanga is a daily practice so the more you come the faster you can commit the sequence to memory and build a strong foundation. Due to the individualized attention you will get in the Mysore setting, I do not allow drop-ins for those new to Ashtanga or the Mysore style of practice, but ask for a one month commitment.
During the month you are asked to attend class at minimum 3 times per week. You may chose from any of the Mysore classes on the schedule Monday through Saturday your first two weeks. After two weeks you may add on the Sunday class as well. The cost for this is $99.
Please note: Payment must be made BEFORE you set up a start date. This can be done one of two ways. You can either schedule a time between 8:30-9am on Tuesdays or Thursdays to meet with me, get a tour of the space after which you can make payment(cash or check) and set up a start date, OR, you can send payment(check only)to the following address:
P.O. Box 4705, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Once I have received your payment through the mail, I will contact you via email to set up your start date.
The current class schedule can be found here.
If after the month you chose to continue the cost is $150 per month available on the first of every month.
Refund Policy for new student monthly: Cancellation with a full refund is available to those who cancel at least one week before their given start date. If cancelling between 2 to 7 days before the start date a 50% refund will be given. There is no refund for those who cancel less than 48hr before or do not show up on their given start date. We appreciate the honoring of this policy.
If you are not sure about learning the Ashtanga practice in a Mysore setting, you are more than welcome to come observe class and speak with a teacher. If you are interested in observing or joining the Mysore classes you must contact me first at [email protected].
Option 2
Private intro to Ashtanga sessions:
For those who would like to learn the basics in a more private setting before attending the regular Mysore classes. 4- 1 hour session commitment. Must be used within a 4 week time frame. The 4 sessions will be designed to meet your personal needs including but not limited to developing confidence to practice in a group setting, such as the Mysore room, working on specific postures/sequences that you are finding challenging, or help with healing from an injury. This is one on one instruction in a private space completely tailored to whatever you would like to cultivate in your yoga practice After the 4 sessions if you chose to continue you may join regular classes at the studio at a cost is $150 per month available on the first of every month. Please contact me at [email protected] for availability. Cost: $300 for 1 person: $400 for 2 people
We love visits from traditional practitioners who pass through town. If you practice daily, please check our calendar and email your proposed drop in dates. Mention your teacher’s name.
Otherwise drop-ins are not allowed
Note from the teacher:
I am here to help. If you get lost or confused about the correct sequence of postures, please let me know. I am only too happy to help, no matter how many times you need to ask. If you are new or accustomed to led classes, the Mysore-style setting can seem strange at first. But with commitment and a little patience, you will be amazed at how quickly you can learn the Ashtanga sequence.
Regarding Diagrams:
If you have a diagram of the Ashtanga yoga postures, I encourage you to review and study the postures, but please do not bring the diagram to class. Over time, you will memorize the sequence.
No classes on Moon Days (Full or New Moon).
Ashtanga Yoga:
Ashtanga yoga focuses on a specific sequence of postures (asanas), which are linked through movement (vinyasas) and breath (pranayama). The unique aspects to this practice include engagement of the internal locks (bandhas) and deep breathing (sometimes called “ocean breath”) which are used to assist the regulation of the flow of energy or life force (prana). Ashtanga is an athletic flow combining strength, flexibility and stamina for a complete practice.
Mysore Style:
Self practice with an Instructor assisting you. This class is taught as Ashtanga Yoga is taught in India, you are not cued through the class, you do your yoga practice while an instructor is present to assist you. Students practice the Ashtanga sequence of postures to their own ability and at their own pace. The teacher assists each student individually by giving physical adjustments and verbal instructions. This is the best class to get individual attention during a class setting, and is the preferred form of practice!
Getting Started:
The studio is a small but dedicated community.
A traditional Mysore program is built upon a strong foundation of trust between the teacher and student. Because this trust takes time working together to establish and maintain students who participate in the morning program are expected to attend practice at the shala a minimum of three days per week. Please check the schedule to see if you are able to commit to the expected attendance before contacting me regarding getting started with option 1 or 2.
Option 1
Mysore classes:
We only take a few new students every month as to insure individualized attention so there may be a wait list.
Beginners are encouraged to come to Mysore in order start to develop a yoga practice. There is no experience required just an eagerness to learn. With this self paced system of learning the Ashtanga series you work at your pace with your teacher fine tuning the practice to your specific needs. In your first class, you will be taught sun salutations and possibly some standing poses. In subsequent classes, you will work on what you have been taught and postures will be added a few at a time. Ashtanga is a daily practice so the more you come the faster you can commit the sequence to memory and build a strong foundation. Due to the individualized attention you will get in the Mysore setting, I do not allow drop-ins for those new to Ashtanga or the Mysore style of practice, but ask for a one month commitment.
During the month you are asked to attend class at minimum 3 times per week. You may chose from any of the Mysore classes on the schedule Monday through Saturday your first two weeks. After two weeks you may add on the Sunday class as well. The cost for this is $99.
Please note: Payment must be made BEFORE you set up a start date. This can be done one of two ways. You can either schedule a time between 8:30-9am on Tuesdays or Thursdays to meet with me, get a tour of the space after which you can make payment(cash or check) and set up a start date, OR, you can send payment(check only)to the following address:
P.O. Box 4705, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Once I have received your payment through the mail, I will contact you via email to set up your start date.
The current class schedule can be found here.
If after the month you chose to continue the cost is $150 per month available on the first of every month.
Refund Policy for new student monthly: Cancellation with a full refund is available to those who cancel at least one week before their given start date. If cancelling between 2 to 7 days before the start date a 50% refund will be given. There is no refund for those who cancel less than 48hr before or do not show up on their given start date. We appreciate the honoring of this policy.
If you are not sure about learning the Ashtanga practice in a Mysore setting, you are more than welcome to come observe class and speak with a teacher. If you are interested in observing or joining the Mysore classes you must contact me first at [email protected].
Option 2
Private intro to Ashtanga sessions:
For those who would like to learn the basics in a more private setting before attending the regular Mysore classes. 4- 1 hour session commitment. Must be used within a 4 week time frame. The 4 sessions will be designed to meet your personal needs including but not limited to developing confidence to practice in a group setting, such as the Mysore room, working on specific postures/sequences that you are finding challenging, or help with healing from an injury. This is one on one instruction in a private space completely tailored to whatever you would like to cultivate in your yoga practice After the 4 sessions if you chose to continue you may join regular classes at the studio at a cost is $150 per month available on the first of every month. Please contact me at [email protected] for availability. Cost: $300 for 1 person: $400 for 2 people
We love visits from traditional practitioners who pass through town. If you practice daily, please check our calendar and email your proposed drop in dates. Mention your teacher’s name.
Otherwise drop-ins are not allowed
Note from the teacher:
I am here to help. If you get lost or confused about the correct sequence of postures, please let me know. I am only too happy to help, no matter how many times you need to ask. If you are new or accustomed to led classes, the Mysore-style setting can seem strange at first. But with commitment and a little patience, you will be amazed at how quickly you can learn the Ashtanga sequence.
Regarding Diagrams:
If you have a diagram of the Ashtanga yoga postures, I encourage you to review and study the postures, but please do not bring the diagram to class. Over time, you will memorize the sequence.
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