Are you ready…
To explore a practice that has been experienced by millions of people for over 100 years and is the foundation for all of Vinyasa yoga classes?
To help people connect more deeply and meaningfully to themselves?
To develop your student's sense of self-confidence, on and off the mat?
To create a consistent and sacred space within the confines of everyday life?
…and to learn the tools that can help us as teachers create meaningful classes and experiences for our students?
Then this is the Advanced Teacher Training for you. Roots of Ashtanga is your opportunity to do all that and more…
An advanced Training for adept yoga teachers who want to gain in-depth knowledge about the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system:
The “what”, “why”, and “how”…
to craft intelligent, inclusive and cohesive ashtanga inspired classes using the wisdom and structure of the Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate series.
What you’ll learn:
History of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga - Through the lens of Patanjali’s yoga sutras, students will explore the textural history of the very origins of yoga, the intentional intelligence between the Ashtanga practice and the philosophy of yoga itself, where Ashtanga Yoga comes from, and what tools within Ashtanga Vinyasa help us facilitate each limb of a holistic yoga practice.
The Methodology of Ashtanga Yoga - From linking the postures together intentionally and intelligently, to Cadence/Pacing, how to teach with modifications, adjustments, and making classes accessible - students will understand both the “Why” and the “How” behind Ashtanga Yoga in a modern context.
Philosophy and Meaning: Vinyasa Krama/Tristhana, stilling the vrittis, Kriya Yoga: Tapas, Svadhyaya, Ishvara Pranidhana, Attachment & Aversion - students will break down the esoteric and philisophical elements of this practice in a way the creates connection on and off the mat, and a practical ability to integrate these elements into their own philosophy and teaching.
Crafting vinyasa classes based on traditional Ashtanga sequences, sequencing off of themes, holding space, cueing, and much more…
Your Teacher
Joanna Asher, Teacher + Facilitator
200-Hour Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Training with Patricia Morris, 2010
Introductory Ashtanga Yoga Training with Richard Freeman, 2011
300-Hour Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Training with Patricia Morris, 2013
Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Training with David Swenson and Shelly Washington, 2014
Intensive Ashtanga Teacher Training with Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, 2016
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Lectures with Edwin Bryant, over 50 hours from 2010 - 2019
Co-Leader of Annual 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings since 2017
15 years of offering workshops on Ashtanga Yoga, Alignment/Anatomy, Philosophy, Beginner Yoga, Hands-on Assists, and more
Weekly yoga classes at multiple studios/gyms consistently since 2010
Schedule 2024
Sept 28th - 29th
Oct 5th - 6th
Saturdays: 11am - 4pm
Sundays: 12 - 5pm
**This training is in-person, and additional course materials, self-paced assignments, and practice requirements will be included as part of the training, and are able to be done on the student’s own schedule.
Tuition:
This training is presented on a sliding scale with extremely limited spots for scholarship spots. We utilize the Green Bottle Sliding Scale by Alexis J. Cunningfolk; please read this methodology before selecting a sliding scale slot to ensure we are being equitable to our community.
Scholarship: $450
Community: $550
Contributor: $650
**Space in this training is limited - most especially for scholarship/community tier options. Payment in full is expected at time of registration unless a payment plan is specifically requested. There are no exchanges, returns, transfers, or refunds.
Who should take this training and why?
Yoga teachers who feel a connection to the Ashtanga Vinyasa system of practice who are looking for the knowledge and tools to be an effective, powerful, and proficient teacher.
Together, we will learn how to embody the principles of sthira/sukha (steadiness/softness) in our teaching and how to be compassionate, capable facilitators of this life-changing practice.
Requirements:
Graduate of a previous Yoga Teacher Training
Minimum 1 - 2 years consistent yoga practice
Some experience practicing Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, even minimally.
This Training Includes:
Course manual with carefully selected excerpts and readings
Assignments and pre-work both before and during the training
In-person, in-depth training in a small group setting with limited spots for more individualized learning
Full practices with Joanna throughout the training
