Observances

Ashtanga Yoga is an eight-limbed practice. The revealing and understanding of the limbs happens through the self enquiry and observation. This is only possible through a daily practice.

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All female practitioners are requested to take 3 days off from the practice during the menstrual period. You can still come to the shala, but please refrain from doing the physical practice.

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Avoid eating directly before the class and keep your diet sattvic as much as it is possible.

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Come clean with a set of fresh clothes! It is a really good to take a showe before the class. Practicing Yoga is like entering the pathway to the temple of your soul. 

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Practice not more than 6 days a week. One day of the week should be considered as a ‘day-off’ from the practice and in ashtanga tradition it is usually Saturday or Sunday.​

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Take rest on new moon and full moon days. 

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Don’t practice with a fever. When in doubt try a few surya namaskara and closing sequence only. You don’t want to overheat your body when in fever.

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If you have an injury, inform the teacher and practice with the intention to heal.​

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You can practice ashtanga during pregnancy, but take it very easy and skip the practice completely in your first trimester. Your teacher will tell you how to modify the postures.

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BRING YOUR OWN MAT for the practice. Mat storage is only available for regular practitioners and a one time fee of 15$ is charged for it.

 

Spread the idea of loving kindness on and beyond your mat.