Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series 

Ashtanga Vinyasa classes feature the guidance of an instructor through the primary sequence of yoga poses (asanas) which was developed by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This challenging, vigorous practice focuses on the synchronization of breath with the continuous flow of movement. Participants move through a series of asanas, jumping from one posture to another building heat, endurance, flexibility, strength and mental focus. Under the supervision of the Sr. Teacher Trainer Kamal Singh, adjustments are offered to accelerate the mastery of the practice. Students new to Ashtanga yoga are encouraged to take the 7 day Ashtanga Intensive Course.

Mysore Style 

Mysore Style classes are similar to the Ashtanga Vinyasa class except that students practice at their own pace and level while receiving adjustments and assistance from the teacher. The instructor teaches the primary series to each student and makes unique recommendations based on individual needs. The Mysore Style classes help students develop a consistent home practice. This class is appropriate for both beginner and advanced students.

7 DAY INTENSIVE COURSES 

Intensives are 7 day courses which include an in-depth yoga course in the morning (10:30am to 12:30noon), an Ashtanga Vinyasa course in the late afternoon (5:00pm to 7:00pm), and Guided Meditation class ( 7:00pm to 8:00pm). Please check the monthly calendar for course starting days. We recommended advance registration as class sizes are limited. Three Intensive Courses are available:

Ashtanga Intensive Course 

This course is the ideal way to deepen your Ashtanga Yoga practice. The course includes an overview of the Primary Series, the principles behind the sequence of asanas, and an in-depth study of each asana and transition. It is a participatory course which covers the modifications for each asana and methods to improve the practice. Topics include the Vinyasa system of breath coordinated movement, practice of Bandhas and Drishti, the Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskara) as well as the 40+ Asanas (postures) in the Primary Series. Attention to detail and precision in learning the correct Ashtanga Vinyasa system means that the student will progress quickly and develop an enjoyable personal practice, bringing health to both body and mind. The Ashtanga Intensive is appropriate for both beginner and advanced students. Price: $150 USD. PayPal to register.

Art of Adjustment Intensive Course 

Ever gone in to adjust a student and left them a bit more confused? This unique hands-on course is designed for new and experienced teachers to increase mastery of yogic adjustments. This intensive course covers the safest and most effective ways to adjust students in order for them to achieve the full benefits of the postures. While many yoga studios are moving away from hands-on adjustments due to liability concerns, Tattvaa Yogashala believes that adjustments are integral to deepen a student’s practice in group class setting. Participants will learn a toolbox of adjustments for the asanas in the Primary Series and more. As a hand-on course, you will gain experience and confidence in making adjustments with rare feedback from other class participants. Common alignment issues will be addressed. Taught by Sr. Teacher Trainer Kamal Singh; known for his supported yet powerful adjustments. Price: $200 USD. PayPal to register.

Pranayama Intensive Course 

(Note: students are encouraged to enroll simultaneously with the Ashtanga or Art of Adjustment intensive course) Another Rishikesh exclusive, the Pranayama Intensive course will help students build their own pranayama practice. Pranayama is often one of the most powerful and under-practiced limbs of Patanjali’s yoga. The course covers the theory and application of numerous pranayamas. Although ancient techniques, this course provides revised, practical pranayamas for the people of today. Students learn how to work with prana, or life force energy, using a safe yet precise approach. Also, students learn about their own breath ratios and methods to deepen their pranayama practice. The Pranayama Intensive is appropriate for both beginner and advanced students.. Price: 2500RS (Indian Rupees) or $100 USD. PayPal to register.

Yoga Nidra 

An ancient technique of self-exploration and inner growth through deep relaxation. Through process of yoga nidra, you will learn to tools toward becoming a peaceful observer of the ever – changing tides of consciousness.   Deeply relaxing, the practice will consist of pranayama (breathing exercises), and guided meditation in a restorative position.  By practicing yoga nidra, you will be guided into direct experience and observation of the constant movement of your core beliefs, emotions and thoughts.  With enhanced inner - insight you will learn to identify and act from the needs of your true and authentic self. Yoga Nidra is currently being used by therapists and yoga instructors world wide as more and more people discover its benefits.   Benefits include: releasing of three kinds of tension - muscular , emotional and mental; reduced stress, enhanced memory and learning capacity; awakened creativity; releasing repressed matter and increasing of willpower.  This class is perfect for all levels. 

Guided meditation 

Meditation is the simple and direct practice of moment-to-moment mindfulness. Through careful and sustained observation, we experience the ever-changing flow of the mind/body process. With cultivated awareness we are able to accept more fully the pleasure and pain, fear and joy, sadness and happiness that inevitably occur in life. As insight deepens, we develop greater equanimity and peace in the face of change, and wisdom and compassion increasingly become the guiding principles of our lives.  Blankets are provided. Students may also bring their own cushions.  all levels welcome

Dhauti, Basti, Neti, Trataka, Nauli and Kapalabhati- these are said to be the six purificatory processes. The ancient purification exercises called sat karmas (six activities also simply known as kriyas) open the pathways of the body, the nadis, the energy body, the mind, and heart. These kriyas are powerful exercises use a combination of energetic breath and movements. Traditionally, yogins perform the sat karmas prior to the asana or other yogic practice. This helps to unplug the limitations from cultural conditioning, open up the energy channels, activate the energy centers, and also unburden the physical body of accumulated obstructions and toxins. In this class, you will learn how and when to perform sat karma in order to create a clear foundation from which you can deepen your yoga practice.

Tattvaa Yogashala: Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, India - Phone: +91-999-727-7322- Email: kmltattvaa@gmail.com

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