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Foundations of the Primary Series


  • The Shala of Pittsburgh Ashtanga Yoga (map)

with Ashvarya Sinha

The Foundations of Primary Series is designed to enhance your Ashtanga Yoga practice.  Over four weeks, this series will instruct you on proper breathing techniques, the placement of your gaze (drishti), transitions between poses, and the structure of the sequence.

 Each week, the series will build progressively:

  • Week 1: Breath, bandhas, sun salutations, overview of the Primary Series, and standing poses 

  • Week 2: Review Week 1 + first half of the seated postures  + closing sequence 

  • Week 3: Review Week 2 + second half of the seated postures, focusing on forward folds and hip opening  

  • Week 4: Review Week 3 + continued seated postures, working on binds, strength, and transitions up to Navasana  

Tailored for beginners, all Ashtanga practitioners will benefit from the comprehensive study of the Primary Series. Some prior yoga experience is suggested.

 4-Week Course is $120, Individual sessions are $30 (Shala Members 15% off)

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