Ashtanga with Sharath

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga This is an intermediate level for a primary sequence. A progressive sequence to practice for all levels to work on and improve your self practice. three Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is an Ancient Science of practicing asanas. Discovered through Yoga Korunta, and taught by Sri Tirumala Krishnamachar to their students. There are Vinyasas (specific Movements) in every asana, and The Movements are Synchronized with deep breathing. “Trishtana“ There are three main aspects of the practice, Ujjayi (Deep and even sound Breathing), Drishti (Vision point) and Bandha (energy lock). Breathing : Deep Ujjayi breathing is done during the practice, A soft sibilant sound is felt behind the throat, which also contributes to create Heat within the body and burns the toxins in the form of sweat. The breathing also helps us to withdraw our sense of hearing from any external distractions we may hear . Drishti : The vision points. In each asana there are specific places we look at, for being centered and also to withdraw our sense of vision from any external distractions we may see. Bandha : The Locks within the body, the practice of Mula bandhaThe proper synchronization of Bandha, Drishti along with breathing is held throughout the sequence. The practice of bandha has numerous effects on our subtle nervous an uplifting energy for the practitioner, which makes the body feel lighter, thus making the movements more smooth, safe and effective. With regular practice, the practitioner gets a Feeling of “Moving Meditation“ during the Flow.