Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series

The Ashtanga Primary Series is a set sequence of postures linked together with movement-breath coordination that forms the foundation of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Imparted by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, the sequence is designed to create heat and purify the body, while also building strength, flexibility, and stamina. It begins with sun salutations (Surya Namaskara A and B) to warm up the body and establish a steady breath. Following the sun salutations, there are a series of standing, seated, and finishing postures. Each posture is designed to prepare the body for the next, creating a continuous practice and cultivating a sense of equilibrium in our bodies. Gain a sense of balance, inner stability, strength and flexibility as you move through the Primary Series.

Benefits of Ashtanga Yoga

Build a Solid Foundation: The practice of Ashtanga Yoga provides a structured approach to yoga, making it easier to establish a regular practice. The repetition helps to develop muscle memory, allowing the body to become more familiar with the movements and transitions.

Gain Strength and Flexibility: The primary series consists of a series of postures that systematically work on strengthening and stretching all the major muscle groups in the body. Through consistent practice, you will notice significant improvements in your strength, flexibility, stamina and overall fitness.

Improve Focus and Concentration: Ashtanga yoga is known for its emphasis on breath control and drishti (gaze). As you move through the sequence while synchronizing your breath, you develop a heightened sense of focus and concentration and gaining mental clarity to help you stay present and focused off the mat as well.

Reduce Stress: Ashtanga yoga involves a combination of movement, breath control, and meditation. This holistic approach helps to calm the mind, reduce stress, and promote a sense of inner peace and tranquility.

Develop a strong foundation for your practice with our Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Workshop.  You'll be guided from the beginning in a traditional and accessible way, building from the first Sun Salutation through the entire Primary Series.

Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Workshop

This 6-week series is designed for students who would like to be challenged by learning an active Vinyasa method of practice or those seeking to deepen their understanding of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. Refining, strengthening, and deliberating on these foundational postures will reinforce positive patterns in your practice and set you up for success down the road. By the end of the six -week course, we will complete the entire series in a way that is accessible to each student.

Participate in-person at Outer Banks Yoga or online using Zoom.

Class recordings are available for all registered students! Take the workshop at your own pace, get caught up on missed classes, and use the classroom material as a reference in the future.

Two optional Mentoring Sessions are available as an add-on feature! These sessions are designed to help students process their experience, clarify information covered throughout the series and facilitate growth. The sessions will be interwoven throughout the six weeks and scheduled based on group consensus of participating students. Each session will be an hour and 15 minutes and can be taken in-person or online.

TESTIMONIAL

Workshop Schedule

WEDNESDAYS MAR 12TH - Apr 16th
1:30-3:30PM
Participate in-person at Outer Banks Yoga or online;
Recordings will be made available to all registered students to view on your own time

Pricing

$180 for this 6-week course
$50 for Optional Add-On Mentoring Sessions- includes (2) 75-minute sessions with Michelle in-person or on Zoom
$230 for the total package

Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your enrollment via email notification up to 48-hours prior to the start of the workshop and receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 48-hours prior to the start of the workshop may receive a refund less 30% cancellation fee. There are no refunds or credits after the start of the workshop.

Disclaimer: Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition before undertaking a new activity or program.

your instructor

Michelle Wade is dedicated to the tradition of Ashtanga Yoga being taught in a way that is accessible to students of all ages, body types and ability levels. Her ability to adapt the practice in an intelligent way to help heal and continue to practice safely is one of her unique gifts. Michelle loves working with students, sharing her knowledge, and supporting and guiding the growth that Yoga brings. 

Michelle Wade is a veteran Ashtanga Yoga practitioner and teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience and a direct study under Pattabhi Jois and his Senior Teachers. A long term student of Tim Miller, Michelle has completed his First Series, Second Series and Third Series Teacher Training and has attended several workshops on various areas of spirituality such as meditation, chanting, astrology, ayurveda, studies of sacred texts, and has a love for lore, dancing, and gathering around Fire.  She has a BA in psychology from the University of Virginia and she is currently pursuing a Masters’ Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through the University of the Southwest.

Michelle is the Director of Ashtanga Yoga Outer Banks, which opened in 2005 and is now operating virtually after the Pandemic and she teaches at Outer Banks Yoga.