Introductory workshop (Sunday) taught by Stan Woodman and Mysore (M-F) co-taught by Maya Deshmukh and Aurelie Grahek.
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic practice that teaches us how to cultivate profound inner strength and equanimity. Ashtanga yoga will transform your relationship with your mind, body and breath, improve your strength and mobility, and help you develop a lifelong personal yoga practice that will grow with you and connect you with community!
This workshop will give you the tools and confidence to join led ashtanga classes or join our Mysore program. Registration for this workshop includes the Sunday workshop as well as access to 4 days of Mysore classes Monday-Thursday following the workshop to ignite your practice! (2/10-2/13).
We will cover:
The history and philosophy of Ashtanga yoga
Postures
Breath control
How to continue your practice with confidence.
All are welcome. Beginners encouraged!
About Stan: Stan began a dedicated Ashtanga practice in 1998 with his first teacher Beryl Bender Birch who helped Stan develop the basis of his practice and teaching today. Stan eventually went to the source in Mysore India in 2003 and 2004 to study with Pattabhi Jois. Since then, he has made seven more trips to Mysore to study with Sharath Jois including the summer of 2016 Stan completed a two month teachers course in Mysore with Sharath. His practice and teaching has also been greatly influenced by his studies with David Swenson, Eddie Stern and Aliya Wise. In addition to his work as a yoga teacher, Stan’s education includes intensive coursework with special needs children through the Son-Rise Program at The Autism Treatment Center of America. Formerly licensed as a massage therapist, he has extensive knowledge in eastern and western philosophies and practices in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, myology, and neurology. Stan has served on the board of directors of several not-for-profits including Odanadi and The Give Back Yoga Foundation for empowering individuals through the gift of yoga. An avid extreme sports enthusiast, Stan loves a good challenge, especially when snowboarding or skateboarding. Stan has been featured in numerous magazines including Fitness, More and Organic Spa. He is the co-founder of Kaia Yoga studios from 2006-2018. He continues to live in Connecticut teaching Private Yoga and Mysore Program in Greenwich, CT.