Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga Yoga is a structured, dynamic, and physically demanding style of yoga created by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois.
It follows a set sequence of poses practiced in the same order every time.

Ashtanga focuses on:

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Stamina

• Breath and movement synchronization (called Vinyasa)

It is one of the most disciplined forms of yoga.

1. Fixed Series of Poses

• Ashtanga has six series:

  1. Primary Series – Detox & alignment

  2. Intermediate Series – Nervous system purification

  3. Advanced Series A, B, C, D – Extreme strength, flexibility, mastery

  Most people practice only the first one for many years.

2. Vinyasa Linking

Every movement is linked to:

• Breath

• Bandhas (energy locks)

• Drishti (gaze focus)

This creates a moving meditation.

3. Mysore Style

Famous Ashtanga method:

• You practice at your own pace

• Teacher gives individual adjustments

• Students memorize the sequence

It builds discipline and independence.

4. Very Physical & Energetic

Unlike Yin or Hatha, Ashtanga is:

• Intense

• Sweaty

• Strength-based

• Fast-paced

A full-body workout.