Richard Freeman’s Yoga Workshop in Boulder is offering the following courses beginning in September:

As It Is: The Primary Series

In this 6 week course students will ground in the present moment through the movements of breath, bandhas and dristi, while systematically moving through the Primary Series of classical Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. During weeks 1-5, practitioners will learn the Primary Series in sections as well as looking at relevant modifications to movements or postures that may not be possible for some students due to physical limitations.

In 1997 Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore gave Dan his blessing to teach. In the final week of the course Dan will lead the class through the entire Primary Series as he was taught by Guruji. This course is designed for students who have been practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga regularly for at least 6 months. Students who are unsure if they are ready for the course should speak to Dan directly.

Date: Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Oct. 8
5:30–7:30pm
Where: The Yoga Workshop
Cost: $60 (pre-registration required)
Instructor: Dan Michael

Happy Healthy Back

This class will help you restore balance to your low back by focusing on increased stability and core strength as well an increased flexibility and mobility. The emphasis of the class will be on a safe and effective yoga practice with particular attention given to understanding proper alignment and posture. Traditional yoga poses as well as modifications of these poses will be included. A class for students of all levels who wish to explore the healing benefits of yoga.

This class will introduce useful information on how yoga can help to:

Improve postural alignment
Strengthen muscles that support the back
Increase flexibility
Bring more awareness to how we use our bodies
Help create patterns of movement that serve us

When: Saturday, Sept. 6
2:00–3:15pm
Where: Yoga Workshop
Cost: $14 Drop-in, or use your Yoga Workshop 5-class or 30-day pass. No need to pre-register.
Instructor: De West

Introduction to Mysore Class

This is a course for those interested in learning the traditional method of practicing and learning Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. We will explore as a group the Mysore style class as developed by Sri K Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. We will also discuss the history of this method and the intricacies of a Mysore class.

This course is appropriate for both complete beginners who would like to learn ashtanga vinyasa yoga in the traditional method and for seasoned practitioners who regularly attend guided classes but have never experienced a Mysore class.

Date: Mondays, Sept. 8 – 22, 7:30 – 9:00pm
Where: Yoga Workshop
Cost: $30 (pre-registration is required)
Instructor: Ashlee Dunn

Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga

This five-week course is designed for anyone who has never done yoga before, or beginning students who want to start with a solid foundation of understanding. The only pre-requisites are a basic level of fitness and an active, curious mind. Students will receive a solid foundation in the principles and practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga.

You will learn:

the two forms of the Sun Salutation.
the Standing Sequence.
the simpler parts of the Primary Series.

Date: Mondays, Sept. 29 – Oct. 27
7:30 – 9:00pm
Where: Yoga Workshop
Cost: $50 (pre-registration is required)
Instructor: Susan Chiocchi

For more information, or to register, please to go the Yoga Workshop website.

Although solo practice is a great way to practice ashtanga, it’s often more fun and inspirational to practice in a group.  If anyone knows of a Mysore-style practice group in Colorado Springs, or is interested in forming one, please contact Lecia Wood at lw (atsign) leciawood (dot) com.

And while you’re at it, if you know of any ashtanga practice groups ANYWHERE in Colorado, please email me (yogagumbo atsign gmail dot com) and I will share the info here!

As It Is: The Primary Series

In this 6 week course students will ground in the present moment through the movements of breath, bandhas and dristi, while systematically moving through the Primary Series of classical Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.

During weeks 1-5, practitioners will learn the Primary Series in sections as well as looking at relevant modifications to movements or postures that may not be possible for some students due to physical limitations.

In 1997 Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore gave Dan his blessing to teach. In the final week of the course Dan will lead the class through the entire Primary Series as he was taught by Guruji.

This course is designed for students who have been practicing yoga regularly for at least 6 months. Students who are unsure if they are ready for the course should speak to Dan directly.

Date: Wednesdays, September 12th – October 17th
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: The Yoga Workshop, 2020 21st St., Boulder
Cost: $60. Pre-registration is necessary.
Instructor: Dan Michael

For more information, see http://www.yogaworkshop.com