We are dedicated to the traditional teachings of Ashtanga Yoga in the lineage of Krishnamacharya as taught by Sri K Pattabhi Jois. We encourage people of all abilities to practice with us and offer individual support and a safe space to learn and deepen one’s practice.
Ashtanga – a practice for life
In our classes students practice in a group setting but are instructed individually. That’s why we have students of all levels and abilities practice together and each student can progress at their pace. Students new to Mysore style practice, are required to commit to a month of regular classes in order to learn the method correctly. (No prior experience is required.) Practice takes approximately 60 minutes but can be as little as 10 minutes if you are short on time.
Our Ashtanga Mysore style classes run every morning from Sunday to Friday, except on Full and New moon days. Please see moon calendar for dates. If you are new to the studio, please register before class to safe time when you arrive on your first day.
Class schedule
MONDAY
5:00 – 5:30am Zazen (silent Meditation*)
5:30 – 8am Mysore (open for all levels)
17:00 – 18:30 Beginner/ Mysore
TUESDAY
5:00 – 5:30am Zazen (silent Meditation*)
5:30 – 8am Mysore (open for all levels)
10:00am Mysore (starting 3rd May)
WEDNESDAY
5:00 – 5:30am Zazen (silent Meditation*)
5:30 – 8am Mysore (open for all levels)
17:30 – 18:30pm FITTmind with Geoff
THURSDAY
5:00 – 5:30am Zazen (silent Meditation*)
5:30 – 8am Mysore (open for all levels)
10:00am Mysore (starting 5th May)
FRIDAY
5:00 – 5:30am Zazen (silent Meditation*)
5:30 – 8am Mysore (open for all levels)
SUNDAY
8 – 9:30am Mysore**
No classes on full or new moon days, shala will be closed on those days.
*Meditation classes are free of charge, open to everyone, byo zafu/ cushion
**once a month we have a led class
Moon Days for 2022
Our shala will be closed on the following days:
Sunday 1st May
Monday 16th May
Monday 30th May
Next led class:
Ashtanga Primary series: Sunday 22nd May at 8am
Open for all practitioners with a regular Ashtanga practice up to Navasana. Get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.
locations
Ashtanga Yoga Centre
Level 1, 57 Brunswick Street,
Fortitude Valley 4006
5 minute walk from Fortitude Valley train station and the next bus stop is just across the road.
Free on street parking available until 8am and after 5pm. Metered parking during the day.
Pricing
We like to keep things simple as you can see in the choices of our class passes. Please select from one of the following options and purchase online or in the studio.
10 class pass
$190 – valid for 3 months
Pricing
Please purchase your class pass online or in the studio.
10 class pass
$190 – valid for 3 months
Join our Ashtanga Beginner course. Email Ash Hope for course dates and details: practice@ashyoga.com.au
Covid-safe
We will do our best to provide a clean and safe place for your practice. To stay COVID-safe we won’t provide any studio mats and props at this point. Please bring your own mat and towel. Hand sanitiser and disinfectant sprays are provided in the studio.
Please call us on 0406 417 255 if you have any questions about the practice.
Classes explained
Mysore Practice
Traditionally yoga is taught from teacher to student with individual instructions and physical adjustments. Mysore style practice is exactly that.
It is a group class where each student practices at their own pace with individual guidance from the teacher. Step-by-step you learn a set sequence of postures and repeat the postures each time you practice. Over time more postures will be added to your practice. Class times vary according to your level of experience. This is the most accessible and best way to learn and practice Ashtanga yoga and available to all levels of practitioner.
Led Class (once a month)
A class for students with a regular Ashtanga yoga practice. Its an opportunity to deepen your practice with emphasis on the correct vinyasa count and drishti’s (gazing points) in each asana. Dates will be published on our website and on Instagram, follow Ash to stay in the loop: https://www.instagram.com/ashhope.yoga/
FITTmind
This class is taking the principles for physical fitness and applying them to the mind. The class will begin with some gentle stretches, followed by introductory breathing exercises and a series of meditations and mind awareness techniques. The class will conclude with a full body rest to allow the body and mind to integrate and relax. Wear comfortable clothes suitable for gentle movement and bring your yoga mat and cushion to sit on if desired. Find more details here: www.gosmith.com.au
Ashtanga online class
If you can’t make it to our regular classes in the shala you can join us online. This is a guided class through Primary series. More experienced students are welcome to practice ‘Mysore’ style with individual guidance. Students new to Ashtanga need to email us before class: practice@ashyoga.com.au
Zazen/ Meditation
If you are looking for greater focus, concentration and calmness than sit with us. Give your mind a break and join our drop-in meditation classes. No experience required, just bring a cushion. We sit for 30 minutes and we ask to leave quietly if you need to go earlier.