Ashtanga Yoga Workshop
April 13, 2025
The Yoga Shala offers monthly workshops designed to help students deepen their understanding and experience of Ashtanga Yoga. Each workshop provides an opportunity to explore key elements of the practice, refine techniques, and expand your knowledge in a supportive, hands-on environment. The Yoga Shala's Ashtanga focused workshops are led by Krista Shirley, a Level II Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Instructor and owner of The Yoga Shala. Whether you're new to Ashtanga or an experienced practitioner, our monthly workshops offer personalized guidance to enhance your practice and foster growth on and off the mat.
8:00 AM -10:00 AM
Mysore Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga class offers a unique and personalized approach to your practice. In this class, Krista will provide one-on-one guidance and adjustments as you move through the Ashtanga series at your own pace.
Whether you're a beginner learning the sequence or an advanced practitioner deepening your practice, Mysore style allows you to grow and evolve at your own level. The individualized instruction ensures that you receive the support you need, while the communal energy of the class inspires and motivates. Build strength, flexibility, and focus in this traditional method of practice, where consistency is key and progress unfolds naturally. Suitable for all levels - beginner through advanced ashtanga yoga practitioner. |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lats: Psoas of the Upper Body In this session you will learn about the true ‘core’ of the upper body and how to bring awareness to the lats during our asana practice.
We will dissect simple anatomical mechanics of the lats and how use of the upper body’s ‘core’ will allow you to gain a deeper level of control over your body, breath, and bandhas. Join Krista in learning how to take your practice to a whole new level. Suitable for all levels. |
1:00-3:00 PM
Understanding Your Spine in Space VERY IMPORTANT SESSION. In this workshop we break down the anatomy of the human spine, its purpose, how it moves,how to keep it healthy and happy through proper alignment on and off the mat.
Then we will utilize Sun Salutations and other standing and seated postures as a case study for gaining mastery over how to move your spine through space, in order to improve your everyday postural awareness, proprioception, and yoga asana practice. This session is a must for anyone wanting to age gracefully, gain greater understanding of body mechanics or reduce pain in the body. |
Full Day: $135
Single Workshop: $60
Mysore: $25
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