Ashtanga Yoga Richmond

Intro to Second Series

admin — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:31:26 +0000

Introduction to Second Series (level 2 / 3)

with Leigh Brinson Kresge

Wednesdays (starting July 3)

6:30-7:45pm

Limited to 8 students; reserve your space online

This class dives into the more subtle and energetic aspects inherent in the Ashtanga Intermediate Series (Nadi Shodhana), which works to strengthen and cleanse the channels of the nervous system while bringing grace and lightness to the mind and body.In this approach, we will flow through the Ashtanga standing postures, then begin building the Second Series postures while addressing proper alignment, strength, and opening. We will ultimately move towards a seamless flowing Second Series practice with proper breath count. We will balance this energetic investigation with the balancing and calming effects of the Ashtanga closing series.

This class is appropriate for Primary Series practitioners with an established practice, advanced Vinyasa practitioners, and Second Series practioners who are looking to delve deeper into this system or avoid common injuries or negative patterns of practice.

FEE: $15 drop-in or class package

Ashtanga Elements

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Ashtanga Elements (multi level)

with Leigh Brinson Kresge

Fridays (starting July 12)

6:15-7:45am

This building flow-asana class is a once-a-week opportunity to deepen your awareness within the Ashtanga Primary Series on anatomical, energetic, and philosophical levels.Through prop-based investigations we will discover healthy ways of moving more fully into asanas (postures) while developing an understanding of the simple mechanics that are the basis for a strong, sustainable practice.We will explore how the physical aspects of the Primary Series are empowered when layered with a deeper examination of the defining elements of Ashtanga and related Yogic systems, including gaze (dristi), breath (pranayama), the marriage of breath and movement (vinyasa), energetic locks (bandhas), opening/closing chants (mantra), and other philosophical concepts.

This class provides tools to apply to one’s regular practice. It is the perfect compliment to a daily Mysore practice, but will work to build strong foundations or deepen one’s understanding of Yoga at any level.

The Art of Inverted Arm Balances

admin — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:34:11 +0000

more info to come

DATE: Sunday, August 11, 2013

TIME: 12:00-2:00pm

FEE: $25 on or before 8/4; $35 after 8/4

REGISTER ONLINE (select the “Series & Workshops” tab)
Or register at the studio, or email info@ashtangayogarichmond.com

7 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION $7 CLASSES

admin — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 23:55:01 +0000

Celebrate our 7th Anniversary with $7 Classes All Week

JULY 21 – JULY 27, 2013

Come and check out our expanded summer schedule!

July 4th Holiday Schedule

admin — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:12:14 +0000

July 4th Holiday Schedule:

Mysore 8-10am (Special Time)

Prana Flow 9:30-10:45 CANCELLED

Vinyasa 6-7:30pm CANCELLED

July 5th:

Mysore 6:15-7:45am CANCELLED

Studio opens and regular schedule resumes at 8:15am

EDDIE STERN WORKSHOP

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January 31-February 2, 2014

Registration opens fall 2013!

TIM FELDMANN WORKSHOP

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October 11-13, 2013

Workshop Schedule:
Fri 5:30-7:30pm Mysore
Sat 9am-12pm Masterclass Primary Series
Sat 2-4 Workshop TBA
Sun 8-10 Mysore; 10-10:30 Q&A
Sun 12-2 Arm Balances, Inversions & Headstands

FEES: Entire Workshop $175 by 9/13; $200 after
Single Session: $40 by 9/13; $45 after

If registering for a single session, please email us at info@ashtangayogarichmond.com to let us know the specific session.

WORKSHOP CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations made up to 10 days prior to the start of the workshop will receive a refund in the form of studio credit minus a $15 handling fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 10 days of the start of the workshop.

LOG IN & TRACK PACKAGE

admin — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 11:37:42 +0000

Track your Package
Make Online Purchases
Register for Workshops
Reserve Your Space for Class
Set-up Auto-Pay (or store Payment Info for Future Purchases)
Review Payment History and Print Receipts

How to Set-Up Your Account and Log In Below:

NEW STUDENTS: If you are a new student who has NEVER attended a class at AYR, you will need to sign is as a new user and create an account.

EXISTING STUDENTS: If you have attended a class at AYR, we have created an account for you already . You will need to search for your name and validate your account by your email address (the email address that you listed when you first attended class at AYR) or your birthday. Our old system did not store the year you were born so the default is the year you first attended class at AYR. (For example: If your birthday is January 1, 1975 and you came to your first class in 2007, then our records have your birthday as 1/1/2007.) If you have any problems with validating your account, please contact Alicia at info@ashtangayogarichmond.com. PLEASE DO NOT create a new account or we will have duplicate accounts in the system.

Summer Solstice 108 Sun Salutations

admin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:59 +0000

108 Sun Salutations and Live Drumming with Alicia Golden and Ram Bhaghat

DATE: Friday, June 21

TIME: 6pm

FEE: Donation Only to benefit Central Virginia Food Bank (Cash or Check only)

Come celebrate the solstice through the ancient practice of 108 repetitions of Sun Salutation A. All levels are welcome, you do not need to complete all 108 to attend. Your presence is all that is necessary.

Intro to Mysore Workshop

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:51:33 +0000

Intro to Mysore Style Workshop + One Month Unlimited Mysore Classes

with Leigh Brinson Kresge

DATE: Sunday, July 14, 2013

TIME: 12:00-2:00pm

FEE: $135

Join Leigh in this small group format for an introduction to what mysore is and how it works. During the workshop, students will have the opportunity to discuss their individual needs, ask questions and practice independently with guidance from the teacher. Students will continue developing their practice over the course of the month by attending mysore classes with any of our mysore teachers.

This workshop is appropriate for beginner’s and students wishing to deepen their existing ashtanga practice. YOU DO NOT NEED TO KNOW THE PRIMARY SERIES TO ATTEND.

WHAT IS MYSORE? The traditional method of learning Ashtanga Yoga is called “Mysore Style”. In the Mysore style method, each student has an individualized practice which is developed and overseen by the teacher. Postures are learned one by one, and as they are mastered, the student gradually builds up a personal practice. It is rather like receiving a private class within a group setting with all levels practicing at their own pace.

The beauty of Mysore Style is that you have a practice which is individually tailored to your needs, a routine you practice at your own speed in your own internal mental space. It has a very meditative quality and is adjusted according to age, state of health and flexibility. The instructors are available to teach you the postures, give hands-on adjustments and remind you of the sequencing should you forget. In this way students are able to go deeper into the postures and are able to learn to do things they never thought possible.

A Mysore practice is developed slowly over days, weeks and years so that the student is able to memorize the sequencing and the body is gradually able to adapt to the postures. This is the traditional way of learning yoga, one on one from teacher to student.

Mysore is available to everyone because it teaches yoga according to one’s individual capacity.