Ashtanga Yoga Workshop for Beginners 
(and not that beginners)
Join us at Casa Yoga Studio in Lyall Bay for a 3-class workshop introducing the fundamentals of Ashtanga Yoga. 
This course is perfect for:
– Those new to Ashtanga Yoga or Yoga in general
– Practitioners of other yoga styles and curious about Ashtanga
– Ashtanga practitioners looking to refine their understanding of the method

Course Overview
Over three classes, we’ll cover:
You’re clarifying the Tristana components:
1. *Ujjayi breathing*: breathwork
2. *Bandha technique*: energy locks
3. *Drishti*: gaze technique for concentration
These three elements work together to help practitioners focus, balance energy, and cultivate inner awareness in their Ashtanga Yoga practice. ‎
– Tristana: Ujjayi breathing, breathwork, bandha technique, energy locks, drishti (gaze and concentration)
– Sun salutations, foundation asanas, and its correct vinyasa
– A taste of the first half of the primary series
– Some light on the vinyasa technique, Mysore style (a traditional method of Ashtanga Yoga practice, where students practice at their own pace)
– Developing finishing asana sequence
– Relaxation and Yoga Nidra (a sleep relaxation technique)

Course Details:
– Dates: Tuesday, May 27 (6 pm), Thursday, May 29 (6 pm), and Saturday, May 31 (11 am)
– Duration: First two classes, 1 hour; last class, 1 hour 15 minutes
– Maximum 7 students per class
– Cost: $115
About Casa Yoga Studio:
We’re a boutique Ashtanga Yoga Studio in the heart of Lyall Bay, offering personalized classes in a supportive environment. Our instructor, Cecilia Monteagudo, has over 25 years of Ashtanga Yoga experience and is a certified Hatha Yoga instructor.
To Enroll:
Contact us at casayoga2@gmail.com, phone 0223531599, or send a message through social media. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!
Cecilia M.
Casa Yoga Studio