Ashtanga Yoga Intensive

3 week long modules plus a final weekend of intensive study over 6 months of practice. Module 1: April 29 to May 5.

Yoga Sutra 1-32 "Tat pratishedha artham eka tattva abhyasah" The practice of concentration on a single subject or the use of one method, is the best way to prevent the obstacles to become the master of your own self.

Life is not easy but life is much easier after yoga practice" -David Swenson

Overview

The full immersion will take place at Yoga Shala of San Antonio.

The Ashtanga program is open to students who are serious about learning the discipline of Ashtanga Yoga, and who have been practicing yoga consistently for a minimum of six months.

We consider the yoga path a lifelong journey of learning. You will complete this course prepared with firm foundations to continue the studies of this ancient path.

Why yoga? Or better, what for? To be able to sustain a practice through dificulties, sickness, health and loss, we have to be willing to walk the path to understand the deep benefits of the practice and become the master of your own self.
Why Yoga Shala? We believe in the tradition of passing down true, deeply rooted knowledge and experience directly from the source of the lineage (Parampara). Our Shala was established in 2008 after many years of practice, dedication and studies with master teachers like Tim Miller, David Swenson and eventually Paramaguru Sharath Jois. Since then our teachers have been making many trips to Mysore, India to continue and deepen their studies. We are proud of our senior teacher and founder Ana Hollis, for being the only authorized teacher in San Antonio. You'll experience and become a part of a community of dedicated loving teachers and practitioners. The support of a community is very important during this journey.


Our goal is to fully prepare students in the Ashtanga Yoga method and eventually make the journey to Mysore, India to study with Sharath Jois, only him & Sharath Yoga Center, can grant you an official authorization to teach Ashtanga Yoga. It is a prerequisite to have studied with an authorized teacher for a minimum of 2 months, in order to be accepted to study with Sharath Jois. We want to inspire our students to maybe someday make the journey to India.

3 week long modules plus a final weekend of intensive study over 6 months of practice. It will be an intense and complete course!
Along with daily Mysore Practice, students will be instructed in Pranayama, yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology,
traditional Sanskrit count and asana names, nutrition and so much more!

Module 1: April 29 to May 5
Module 2: June 3 to 9
Module 3: September 16 to 22
Final Weekend: October 4 and 5

Join Ana Hollis, Paulina Zamudio E-RYT 500 and Yoga Shala factulty.

*Completion and successful testing of materials are compliant with YA 300 Hr

Participants are expected to take part in ongoing classes at the studio for their personal practice.

Module Sample Schedule

Monday to Friday
Mysore practice 7:30 - 10 am (Plan to show up according to the length of your practice so you can be finished by 10am)

10 - 11:30 am
Pranayama & Lectures

12:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM to 6:00 PM: Understanding Primary Series and Beyond
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM: yoga philosophy and discussion and Grounding Meditation

SATURDAY
9:00 am to 12:00 pm Led Full Primary Series, Pranayama & Chanting
12:00 PM: Lunch Break
2:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Lectures, workshops, alignment, modifications, adjustments etc
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM: yoga philosophy and discussion and Grounding Meditation

SUNDAY
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
No asana practice
Pranayama practice, lectures and discussions
12:00 PM: Lunch Break
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Lectures, workshops, alignment, modifications, adjustments etc
6:15 PM to 7:30 PM: REVIEW Q&A and Grounding Meditation

Faculty

Ana Hollis SYC L2 Authorized Teacher
Paulina Zamudio E-RYT 500
Yoga Shala Staff

Fees

Full price $4500. Take advantage of a special discount, apply before March 15 and pay only $4000
To secure your spot a $500.00 deposit is required and monthly payments can be arranged. The full amount must be received prior to the completion of the course.
*All books, classes and materials are included.

Yoga Philosophy

“Ashtanga Yoga is Patanjali Yoga.” This part of the course will explore the Yoga Sutras as the philosophical basis of the practice of Ashtanga Yoga. We will examine basic questions like “What is the purpose of yoga?” and “How can we use the technology of yoga to achieve the state of yoga?”

Pranayama and Mantra

This part of the course will explore pranayama as the connecting link between the external and internal practice of yoga. Pranayama literary means "to extend the life force" Where the breath goes the mind follows. We will learn basic techniques of pranayama, and explore sound through mantras.

Asana

In depth study of the postures of the Ashtanga Primary Series and part of Intermediate Series pose with their Sanskrit names and count, adjustments and benefits.

Adjustments

We will guide you through the basis of the use of safe and gentle hands on adjustments. Learn how to observe the body of the student and make individual appropriate anatomically safe adjustments.

Sanskrit

Memorization of the full Vinyasa count and the asana names. Mantras and chanting.

Nutrition

Nutrition is an important part of this lifestyle change and we'll provide the tools needed to fuel your practice while nourishing the body with the support of Janet Sandoval, Hollistic Nutritionist & Health Coach