Friday 28th October :
Hip and Shoulder Opening 6-7.30pm
The hips and shoulders form the foundation of many asanas and are often a problem area for students. Here we will look at exercises that can open and strengthen these parts of the body so that students will be able to safely access their full potential during their practice.
Single session Friday 200aed
Saturday October 29th :
Ashtanga Vinaysa Led Primary Series 10-12pm
A practice class allowing students to move through the first practice of the Ashtanga series in the way that it was originally intended.
Introduction into second series 1-3pm
The Second Series of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is ‘Nadi Shodana’ (nerve cleansing). Its dynamic mix of backbends, twists and inversions make the Second Series the perfect ‘counter-sequence’ to the Primary Series. This workshop is an introduction to the Second Series of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, with the intent to make it accessible. In order to accommodate all levels of students, modifications will also be shown. Through this introduction, we can begin to uncover the intelligent structure of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system.
Full day Saturday 600aed
Sunday October 30th :
Vinyasa 10-12pm
This workshop will break down the components that make up the jump back and jump through in Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga. This is done to keep the heat in the body and also to realign the spine between each of the seated postures. Throughout the workshop, students will learn how to effectively bring together movement, breath and bandha to create the 'Vinyasa'.
Injury and Recovery 1-3pm
This workshop looks at the common injuries that can occur during Yoga asana practice, as well as the injuries that often cause people to start their Yoga journey. We’ll explore why these injuries occur, and what we can do as both students and teachers to help heal them.
Optional Q&A with Ajay 3-4pm
Students will have the Opportunity to ask Ajay questions related to their practice, their teaching, and Philosophy etc..
Full day Sunday 600aed
Total for entire workshop (all sessions Friday-Sunday) 1200AED
A bit about Ajay:
Ajay started practicing yoga at ten years old with BNS Iyengar at the Shri Pathanjala Yoga Shala at Parkala Mutt in Mysore; where he soon discovered he had a passion for yoga. He has been teaching Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga for the past fourteen years. Under his supervision, students gain the strength, stamina and flexibility to move through the asanas. He has the ability to work with a wide range of individuals, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Ajay’s first priority is to guide the student through the physical aspects of yoga asana. From there the foundation is set for the other limbs of Ashtanga Yoga. Ajay teaches his students with sensitivity to their body and his adjustments are gentle and precise. Ajay is particularly concerned with alignment and correct posture and guides his student to this end. His aim is that his students reach their full potential. Alongside his teaching Ajay is currently studying a Advaitha Vedanta in Sanskrit at the University of Mysore.
Location:
The Arbor School Dubai (10 mins drive from Ibn Batutta Mall)
25°01'22.5"N 55°08'17.3"E
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Cancelations:
If payment of either the deposit or the balance is not received by the first day of the Workshop we reserve the right to cancel the reservation.
Payment is non-refundable: In the event that you are unable to attend the Workshop it is up to you to find a replacement for your spot.
No refunds will be made for failure to attend or to complete the Workshop.
Our cancellation policy is firm.