Ashtanga yoga is a form of practice that cultivates and harnesses the healing power of synchronizing breath with movement. Students practice a sequence of postures at their own pace while the teacher offers one-on-one insight and assistance to each student. Practicing in this way is called mysore-style. This unique method of yoga practice allows for students of varying physical abilities to share space, creating a diverse community.

The ashtanga yoga method was first developed by T Krishnamacharya and K Pattabhi Jois, and continues to thrive through the many teachers around the world, and in the heart of each practitioner.

Simply contact Pranidhi to set up your starting date and time. In order to give each student ample care and attention, we generally take one new student per week. New students are encouraged to commit to daily practice for two weeks. If daily practice is prohibitive, a minimum of 3 days a week is recommended. During this time, you will begin to learn the ashtanga yoga method and experience its benefits. After two weeks, please choose the monthly fee most appropriate for you. These first two weeks are offered as a gift. In exchange, we ask that you ‘pay it forward’ by performing an act of kindness or contributing to a service-based organization of your choosing.

Students with an established ashtanga yoga practice are welcome to join the shala anytime.

Anyone willing to put in the effort can practice yoga.

Yoga has roots in Hindu philosophy but it is not inherently religious. It is a physical, mental, and energetic practice, and a unifying experience. Its spiritual components will depend on the intent of the practitioner, and can be complementary to many faith traditions. The 8 limbs of ashtanga yoga provide us with a framework of how to live a content and connected life.

As often as you’d like, up to 6 days a week. As a community, we take rest on new and full moon days. Women are encouraged to take rest during the 2-3 heaviest days of their menstrual cycle. In the ashtanga community, this is affectionately known as the “ladies holiday.”

We do not have a shower but we do have a large bathroom and separate changing room. Students who need to attend to work or family obligations after practice are encouraged to take a shower in the morning before practice and freshen up at the shala afterward. This is common practice in the ashtanga yoga community and works well.

Yes, the shala is a family-friendly environment. We encourage children to come with their parents and quietly observe practice, as long as they are not distracting to fellow practitioners. Children are also welcome to wait in the lobby while their parents practice. Older children who are interested in learning the practice are welcome to join our community.