Ashtanga Yoga Workshops and Teachers Training "Primary Series" with Manju P. Jois in 2012
These trainings will present the Ashtanga Yoga Series and Traditions in their purest form, providing a rare and privileged opportunity for beginners and experienced practitioners alike to learn from the eldest son of Sri K. Patthabi Jois.
Manju Jois will introduce and teach the powerful healing elements and techniques that make up the Ashtanga system. The Primary Series, a series of asanas (postures) known as Yoga Chikitsa (Yoga Healing), the Intermediate Series entitled Nadi Shodhana (nerve cleansing), the Nadi Shodhana Pranayamas (breathing exercises) and the Vedic peace chants (Shanti Mantras).
Weekend Workshop
23 & 24 June
Saturday/Sunday 10am-1p
Led Classes to introduce the original Sanskrit counting method, introduction to Pranayama, Vedic Peace Chants, discussion / questions & answers.
All levels of experience are welcome, some experience in the practice of Ashtanga Yoga is required.
Mysore class Workshop
25 - 29 June
Monday to Friday 9:15 - 11:15 am
Traditional Mysore style with individual help and guidance from Manju P. Jois. This class is part of the Teachers Training.
Teachers Training "Primary Series"
25 - 29 June
Monday to Friday 9:15 am - 2:30 pm
Mysore Class, Adjustment Training, Vinyasa Count, light Pranayama, Vedic Peace Chants, Q&A.
This training is designed for everybody who is seriously interested in traditional Ashtanga Yoga. To attend this teachers training, a regular practice in Ashtanga Yoga (full "Primary Series") should be established.
Manju is known for his healing hands and his precise adjustments. He has over 45 years teaching experience and is a master in Yoga Therapy. The trainings are focused on learning safe and helpful adjustments for each asana of the "Primary Series". We will explore each posture in depth and detail. Manju will show his way of adjusting and assisting people in every position. He will introduce the Vinyasa Count and the correct Sanskrit pronunciation of the asanas and the Opening and Closing Chants.
Furthermore, Manju will teach Nadi Shodana Pranayama as well as the Vedic Peace Chants which help to integrate the strong practice in mind and body. There will be time for discussions so that everybody with serious interest in traditional Ashtanga Yoga will benefit from the deep insights Manju can offer out of his live long study and teaching this practice.
Manju P. Jois started yoga at age seven with his father Sri K. Patthabi Jois in Mysore and began teaching at age 15. He has taught continuously throughout the world for the last 45 years. Manju Jois' dedicated life-long mission is to provide training for students and teachers in the traditions of Ashtanga Yoga. Manju Jois trains students in the ancient style of yoga, which is a combination of the asanas, Pranayamas and meditation chants. Manju's teaching style is intensive, inspiring and humorous. He is honored to pass along all of the traditional components of yoga to his students, as he encourages them: "Unite with yourself"
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Costs (prices including VAT 19 %)
Weekend Workshop: 120€
Teachers Training: 500€ (if you did this training before, it is 450€)
Teachers Training and Workshop: 590€
(It is recommended to book the teachers training plus the workshop.)
Mysore class Workshop: 180€ (limited places)
Places are limited and allocated when payment has arrived.
Participation is at your own risk.
For more information, please send an email to: workshops@ashtangastudio.de
If you need accommodation please send us an e-mail and we will send you links for affordable private rooms and apartments in the area.