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Zero to Hero Ashtanga Yoga Course Level 1- Foundation
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Zero to Hero Ashtanga Yoga Course Level 1- Foundation

Learn Sustainable Ashtanga Yoga in a fun, accessible and inclusive approach
Last updated 7/2023
English

What you'll learn

  • Learn from Damien De Bastier who directly trained under Ashtanga Yoga founder Sri K. Pattabhi Jois.
  • Sustainable Ashtanga yoga for all ages, genders, and fitness levels. Embrace diversity, promote well-being.
  • Discover the power of Sun Salutations and standing poses in Ashtanga.
  • Begin with foundational poses and sequences that you become familiar with. Gradually add new poses and variations as you gain confidence and strength.
  • Body awareness: Observe and connect with bodily sensations, tuning in to the messages it communicates.
  • Posture: Engage core muscles, lengthen spine for proper posture and stability.
  • Breath awareness: Learn to connect breath with movement, use it as a guide for alignment.
  • Mindful pacing: Focus on controlled and deliberate movements, emphasizing proper form and technique to build strength effectively and reduce the risk of injury.
  • Resources: Draw inspiration from our bonus resources pack. Let their insights ignite your creativity and fuel your own practice.
  • Create a foundation for feeling calm, clear, and recharged. Embrace the journey and allow these practices to enhance your well-being.
  • From this course. Trust your own path in creating a practice that feels authentic to you.

Course content

11 sections12 lectures5h 51m total length
  • Message from our teacher Damien De Bastier. Please watch this.1:18

Requirements

  • No prior yoga experience needed. Seek approval from your medical practitioner.
  • This course is inclusive, welcoming all ages, fitness levels, and genders.

Description

Welcome to our Ashtanga Yoga Course on Udemy! Led by Damien de Bastier, an experienced yoga teacher trained directly under the founder of Ashtanga Yoga,, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This transformative course is designed to make Ashtanga Yoga accessible to all.

Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic practice that integrates breath awareness, mindful movement, and gentle focus. It builds strength and vitality while promoting overall well-being. Our course breaks down the practice, making it enjoyable for practitioners of all levels.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Damien has conducted workshops and retreats globally, impacting numerous individuals. He holds a degree in Clinical Psychology, is a certified Yoga Therapy practitioner, and specializes in combining yoga philosophy with anatomy. Please find us at our website or instagram

Throughout this introductory course, you'll gain a strong foundation in the Ashtanga Yoga method, primary series, alignment, and breath control. We provide detailed videos, interactive materials, and expert guidance to help you personalize your practice and meet your goals.

In a Mysore-style format, you'll learn to practice at your own pace with individual guidance. Ashtanga Yoga's set sequence emphasizes synchronizing breath and movement, generating internal heat. It includes standing and seated postures, inversions, and backbends.

Yoga is more than physical exercise; it's a science of self-discovery and a way of living skillfully, joyfully, and lovingly. Our course acts as a laboratory where you observe and refine your body mechanics, train your mind, and cultivate peaceful relations with yourself and the world.

Join us on this transformative journey of self-exploration and growth through Ashtanga Yoga. Embrace the teachings, deepen your understanding, and cultivate balance, strength, and inner harmony. Unlock your limitless potential today.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who wants to learn yoga but think they cannot sit still...
  • This course is inclusive, welcoming all ages, fitness levels, and genders.
  • People who heard about ashtanga and think it is a too difficult yoga style for them.