We are dedicated to teach the traditional Ashtanga Yoga method. Our shala in Fortitude Valley provides a friendly home for Beginner's and Advanced students to deepen their practice. We teach Mysore style classes, Ashtanga Yoga Beginner courses and Workshops. Once a month you find us mingling for breakfast in our leafy courtyard.
Our community is a fabulous bunch of dedicated practitioners and we invite you to join us on the mat. Ashtanga is much more than a form of exercise. Its a method designed to bring health to one's body and mind, to heal and prevent illness, to bring balance into our life. We are privileged to have access to these ancient teachings and honour our dedication with our daily practice.
Our community is a fabulous bunch of dedicated practitioners and we invite you to join us on the mat. Ashtanga is much more than a form of exercise. Its a method designed to bring health to one's body and mind, to heal and prevent illness, to bring balance into our life. We are privileged to have access to these ancient teachings and honour our dedication with our daily practice.
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I have been teaching the Ashtanga yoga system for over a decade and regularly study in India and with my teacher Nancy Gilgoff. Nancy was one of the pioneers of introducing Ashtanga yoga and Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois to the west in the 1970's. To appreciate the knowledge and experiences each senior teacher brings to the Ashtanga lineage, I have attended several teacher trainings with Manju Jois, Prem and Radha and David Swenson.
Ashtanga yoga is a traditional practice that cultivates and harnesses the healing power of synchronising breath with movement. Students practice a specific sequence of postures at their own pace, while the teacher offers one-on-one guidance and assistance to each student. Practicing in this way is called Mysore style and allows for students of all levels to practice together.
Ashtanga Yoga traditionally has both an opening chant and a closing chant. Because of Yoga's ancient roots, chants (or mantras) are offered in Sanskrit (the ancient language of India), however their meaning is said to be universal as Sanskrit is the language of the heart.
Studies have shown that when a person chants it can stabilise their heart rate, lower blood pressure, produce beneficial endorphins in the body and boost metabolic processes, so it perfectly compliments the physical practice of asana.
Studies have shown that when a person chants it can stabilise their heart rate, lower blood pressure, produce beneficial endorphins in the body and boost metabolic processes, so it perfectly compliments the physical practice of asana.
Because human beings are 70% water, we are affected by the moon's gravitational pull at different times of the month. On full and new moon days it is advised to take rest from practice. Practicing asana and meditation over time makes us more attuned to these natural cycles. Full and New moon days are observed as yoga holidays in the Ashtanga Yoga tradition.
Lise has been a dedicated yoga practitioner for many years. Her yoga journey started in the US in the mid 80's and has become an integral part of her life. Lise tells us how she was introduced to Ashtanga Mysore style practice by Ash Hope and how this way of practicing brought her yoga practice to another level.
Reviews (3)
Matthew Hart
Jan 10, 2022
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An authentic and traditional yoga experience in the heart of Brisbane. I started with the beginner course in October 2021, with no experience in Ashtanga yoga - and I’ve come every day since. The structure and routine of Ashtanga Yoga provides well needed scaffolding for living in this day and age. Ash is an excellent teacher, with an adaptable and sincere approach to her students and their capabilities. For those looking to make yoga a key part of their life through consistent daily practice, or just looking to explore the style, I highly recommend Ash’s shala. Om shanti shanti shanti
Peggy Morgan
Sep 20, 2021
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I highly recommend the Ashtanga Yoga Centre! Ash is a wonderful teacher. She holds a beautiful space for us to grow with our own practice at our own pace. She is supportive, caring and generous with her knowledge and guidance.
The hot tea waiting for us after class, the monthly led classes and the breakfasts shared at the Shala every few months complete the picture perfectly.
So happy to have found this place.
Love the energy ✨
The hot tea waiting for us after class, the monthly led classes and the breakfasts shared at the Shala every few months complete the picture perfectly.
So happy to have found this place.
Love the energy ✨
Arno Wezenaar
Dec 28, 2017
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During my week visit to Cairns I did my ashtanga practice at Ash’s venue. She is a very knowledgeable and also challenging ashtanga teacher who respects everyone’s level and abilities. Her venue is very close to the botanic gardens in a nice area in Cairns. And above all she is a very kind person. I definitely recommend practicing with her.
