ashtanga hours
mysore: mondays-fridays 6:30-9:45 am (door opens 6:30 am. teacher arrives 7 am)
self-practice: sundays 8-9:30 am
led classes: tuesday and thursdays 2 pm; saturdays and sundays 12 pm

what is mysore ashtanga yoga?
mysore ashtanga is a set sequence of postures practiced in a quiet room with personal attention from the teacher. mysore ashtanga at the shala is taught according to the methods of sri k. pattabhi jois, and is named after the city in south india where he lives and teaches. it is a vinyasa system that brings together breathing and physical movement. over time the body becomes light and strong and the mind becomes calm and steady.

is it the right practice for me?
many people think they must be advanced in yoga before attempting a mysore practice. this is not the case. flexibility is not required, and prior knowledge of the sequence is not necessary. mysore ashtanga is a very rewarding practice for beginners and only requires a commitment to showing up at least 3 times a week. the sequence is taught a little at a time, as the teacher assists the postures. consistency brings positive results.

morning mysore ashtanga
monday through friday from 6:30 am to 10:00 am. teacher arrives at 7 am. there is no practice on new and full moons. morning practice is led by barbara, kristin and jenny and is for all levels. beginners are welcome.

led ashtanga full primary series (advanced level)
a class for advanced students. students should have at least six months of experience in the intermediate/advance class before taking this rigorous class. students are led through the entire primary series according to the methods of ashtanga master sri k. pattabhi jois. (for a description of our sunday class from yogacity nyc, see no. 5 here.)

see moon days for a list of new and full moons (no practice).