I have been thinking… Since there is not much teachers’ classes I like in the studio now, perhaps it is about time I do some self practice. But of course, I cannot do it at home as it is really small and I probably will knock over items… the next best bet?
Mysore…
What is Mysore?
Yes, if you look it up on the internet, it tells you that it is a place in south India. It is! In fact, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois has been teaching Ashtanga yoga in his Mysore school many moons ago ( well, starting in 1930s ) This Mysore style of Ashtanga yoga is the traditional way that Guruji has been teaching Ashtanga yoga.
What is the difference between Mysore and Ashtanga Led classes?
Mysore style Ashatanga classes are what I call self practice sessions. You go to the class and “do your ashtanga poses by yourself”… which means that you have to memorise the entire sequence of the ashtanga primary series ( you can probably sneak in a “cheatsheet” if your memory is no good )! Occasionally the teacher in the class, will head over to help you or to whisper to you what you can do to improve the pose. The entire class is done in silence.
Ashtanga Led classes are pretty much like normal yoga classes. The teacher will give you voice cue on what pose to do next. This is a good class for beginners who have no idea what Ashtanga yoga is.
My plan is to start going for 1 or 2 led classes first to refresh myself with Ashtanga and then try out Mysore…
By the way, did I mention that Mysore classes are usually done in early morning? the Mysore class in the studio starts at 6:30am… hmmmm….
OM~
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