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Intro to Ashtanga Yoga Workshop

  • The Shala of PIttsburgh Ashtanga Yoga 4319 Butler St Pittsburgh, PA, 15201 United States (map)

Led by Laura Gorham-Huon, assisted by other fantastic teachers at The Shala!


This workshop is designed for the beginner and the seasoned yogi alike. If you are new to Ashtanga Yoga, you will find this workshop will help you gain a deeper understanding of the Ashtanga practice as you begin to explore classes at The Shala. The workshop will include 3 hours of instruction on April 26, 2015.  New students are welcome to purchase the package, which includes the workshop and unlimited yoga classes at The Shala from April 26, 2015 through May 26, 2015!

Workshop instruction will include the following:

-A comfortable, accepting class environment in which to learn about a method of yoga that may not be so familiar to you!
-A review of the history and practice of Ashtanga Yoga
-The yoga sutras and their integration with the Ashtanga Yoga Method
-A review of the eight limbs of yoga
-An overview and brief break-down of the standing sequence of the Ashtanga Yoga series
-Hands on assistance with and modifications of the postures of the standing sequence as needed

Package price (new students only):  $65         Workshop only (any student): $35

Class will be limited to 20 students.

Workshop fees are non-refundable without 48 hour cancellation notice.

Earlier Event: April 4
The Rocket: In Stages
Later Event: May 13
Beginner's Mysore Workshop Series