Ashtanga Yoga, a spiritual journey….

Ashtanga Yoga’s spiritual path is rooted in the connection of body, mind, and soul through committed practice.

Originating from ancient teachings, Ashtanga (literally meaning ‘eight limbs’) integrates the eight limbs of yoga outlined by Patanjali, which provide a framework for spiritual evolution. These include ethical guidelines, physical postures, breath control, sense withdrawal, concentration, meditation and, ultimately, enlightenment.

The unique foundations of Ashtanga - the focal points of breath, gaze points, and bandha (known as the Tristhana method) helps bring the practitioner inside themselves, closer to their deeper selves.

Over time, and with practice of these three things, students develop more focus, and increased awareness of their body....This helps to actively draw the senses inward, turning the sequence into a ‘moving meditation’

By practicing mindfully, slowing down the breath and thoughts, and allowing the body to find its way into the postures, practitioners can deepen their spiritual connection and discover the essence of themselves.

The postures are merely tools to help us tap into our inner being, and the structured nature of the Ashtanga Yoga’s series helps deepen our introspection and alignment with our inner self.

The spiritual aspect of Ashtanga yoga emphasises the attainment of peace and clarity of mind, while perfecting postures is of secondary importance.

And of course, the consistency and dedication required in Ashtanga Yoga practice creates a foundation for personal and spiritual growth, with an emphasis on perseverance and self-discipline. Each session becomes a stepping stone towards a more enlightened and connected existence.

“In whatever position one is in, or in whatever condition in life one is placed, one must find balance. Balance is the state of the present – the here and now. If you balance in the present, you are living in Eternity.”- Iyengar