Corepower Yoga

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Ashtanga Full Led Primary Series In this traditional led class, students practice the full Ashtanga Primary Series together as a group. The teacher calls out the Sanskrit names of the postures and the vinyasa count, guiding the rhythm of each breath and movement as the class moves together in sync. The counted practice emphasizes the connection between breath and movement and helps students develop a deeper understanding of the traditional vinyasa system—when to inhale, when to exhale, and how the breath carries you into and out of each posture. Following the steady pace and count cultivates concentration, discipline, steadiness, strength and a meditative quality of practice. Because the class moves continuously through the sequence, there is limited time for detailed instruction or breaking down individual postures. Before taking this class, students are encouraged to take an intro class in order to become familiar with the sequence, foundational postures, breath and vinyasa in order to feel comfortable following the traditional led pace. If you are newer to Ashtanga, you are welcome to practice toward the back of the room, where you can use your peripheral vision to follow the movement of the group while becoming familiar with the sequence.

From Hot House Yoga