
What is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga?
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Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is one of the oldest and most dynamic, very intensive styles of the Hatha Yoga system, in which series of exercises flow into one another in flowing movements.
At Ashtanga YOGAHOME we focus on teaching Ashtanga Yoga according to the teachings of T. Krishnamacharya.
Practicing Ashtanga Yoga leads to the harmonization of the breath, the body, the entire nervous system and the mind. Through this practice, a state of vitality and health can occur. The mind experiences calm and clarity. The practitioner gains insight and growth on a spiritual and mental level. The asanas shape us physically, making the practitioner stronger and flexible on a holistic level.
The Ashtanga Yoga practice can bring about profound changes on a physical, mental and energetic level after just a short time: the body becomes more supple and stronger, the ability to concentrate and relax is increased and self-confidence is strengthened.
The main practice of Ashtanga Yoga consists of fixed series (six series in total) of postures, combining various yogic techniques such as the Vinyasa principle, Ujjayi breathing (breathing technique), Bandhas (energy locks) and Dristhi (gaze alignments).
This form of exercise is traditionally taught in the Ashtanga YOGAHOME in the so-called Ashtanga MYSORE STYLE, which means that the sequences are practiced in your own breathing rhythm and with individual support from the teacher. This helps. In our Mysore courses, both beginners and experienced practitioners have the opportunity to build up and expand a very personal, regular yoga practice step by step, which is geared to your individual needs. Here, you practice the postures (asanas) independently in a group, in your own breathing rhythm, and receive individual support from the teacher.
In India, life energy is known as "prana," while in China it is "chi." The effects of yoga can be compared to the meridian theory of traditional Chinese medicine. In yoga, the energy channels in the body are called "nadis," with "granthis" (from the Sanskrit for "knots") located along these channels.
In our studio in Berlin we have developed a wide range of Ashtanga Yoga, Prenatal & Postnatal as well as Restorative Yoga programs to meet the diverse personal and physical demands of the modern world. Our space is designed for peace and relaxation. With the classic asana sequence of Ashtanga Yoga we develop the strength, flexibility and concentration of our students so that they can reduce stress and tension and find a healthy balance in their everyday life.