WE are super excited to bring you this one day inaugural workshop from Ashtanga Yoga School. AYS has been set up by Matt Ryan and Donna Southwell  - both level 2 Sharath Jois Authorised teachers and a combined experience of 40 years plus of teaching and practicing Ashtanga Yoga all over the world. AYS has been set up to support  students' Ashtanga Yoga journey both on and off the mat.

The Power of  Ashtanga Yoga

The day will start with Zen meditation followed by a traditional Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series led class with counted vinyasa. There will be a backbend technique session in the afternoon followed by pranayama. The day will close with a guided relaxation and Q&A.

Schedule

Zen Mediation Led Class Lunch Backbending technique session Pranayama Guided Relaxation and Q&A .  

Where

Space at the Mill Wellington Mill Yoga Studio , Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.

When

Saturday 14th May 8.15 am - 3 pm Cost : £80  Individual sessions £25. Please contact us to pay by bank transfer. Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will not be refunded.Refunds given outside of the 4 week period will be subject to a 45% fee.
The Mind & Body of Ashtanga Yoga a one day workshop in 3 parts with Matt Ryan. Ashtanga Yoga is a mind & body yoga practice that is evenly split – 50 % mind, 50 % body. In this 1 day workshop Matt will be exploring both sides of the Ashtanga mind body coin with sessions on each as individuals and finishing the day combining both with a full primary led class.

Mind

Discovering the Inner World of Ashtanga 10 am – 11.30 am

 Yoga and Meditation are synonyms   - David Williams
It's so easy to get lost in the physical aesthetic of Ashtanga that the more subtle internal practice gets lost in the noise. Using the practices of Ashtanga and Zazen (Zen meditation) Matt will be teaching students how to allow both practices to 'inform' each other to create a much deeper more focused on the mat experience. The mind component of Ashtanga Yoga is integral to the whole foundation of the practice and to the complete understanding of the external physical form.

Body

10 % further for Mind and Body 12pm – 1.30 pm

Using the Ashtanga Yoga Primary series as a base, Matt will be talking through each posture with tips and advice on how by making simple mind and body adjustments students can find deeper levels of flexibility and concentration. Also by employing the methods taught in this session students can learn how to more mindful of their practice and this in turn will help to prevent injury through learning how not to force or over stretch the body in postures. This is a perfect workshop for both new comers and seasoned pros to Ashtanga.  

Mind & Body

The OG Full Primary Series Led Class with traditional vinyasa count 2.30pm-4.30pm

In a led class the teacher calls out the names of the postures in sequence and counts the correct vinyasa in traditional Sanskrit with all students moving together as a group. Learning the correct vinyasa gives the student a deeper understanding of the practice. This session will feature an extended back bending sequence and guided meditation to close. When : Saturday 19th February 2022 Where : Space at the Mill Studio Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF Cost : Full day £50 individual sessions £20. Please contact us to organise payment by bank transfer Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will be subject to a 50 % loss of payment. Total refunds will only be considered in special circumstances. Refunds given outside of the 4 weeks period will be subject to a 25% administration fee.  
Finally we have our man! After a few years of trying to get him to sunny Manchester , Yoga Manchester are thrilled to announce details of a weekend workshop with the inimitable Ashtanga Yoga authority Eddie Stern. Eddie will be in Manchester to teach a weekend workshop and to promote his forthcoming book 'One Simple Thing: A New Look at the Science of Yoga and How It Can Transform Your Life'. Eddie Stern is an Ashtanga Yoga teacher, author, and lecturer from New York City. He is the co-founder of Brooklyn Yoga Club, Ashtanga Yoga New York, Broome Street Temple, Namarupa Magazine, the Urban Yogis, and Breathe, Move, Rest, Inc. He studied Ashtanga Yoga under Sri K. Pattabhi Jois from 1991 until his passing in 2009, and continues to study with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois’s grandson and successor, Paramaguru R. Sharath Jois. The weekend will include led classes , Mysore sessions , lectures and puja. Please check back for individual class descriptions and timings. The workshop will begin on Friday evening 7pm-9pm with 2 sessions on both Saturday & Sunday.

Friday 20 September

7pm - 9pm The Manchester Led Class. This will be a full primary series talk-through class accompanied by a soundtrack comprising of the very best music from Manchester.

Saturday 21 September

10am - 12pm Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series Led Class - this class will be in the traditional counted vinyasa style. 1pm-3pm Lecture - Life As Ritual: This is a two-hour lecture on how every act that we perform in life, including yoga, can be performed as a ritual that lead us towards deeper levels of awareness. 4 pm - 5 pm Puja - Please note that this is a FREE event and open to all ( including yoga students & general public  not attending the workshop)  

Sunday 22 September

9.30am - 11.30am Mysore Style self-practice session. ( Please contact us for further information on this session if you are not familiar with the self-practice method). 12pm-2pm Lecture - Ashtanga Yoga: Purification of Body and Mind. This is a  lecture  on the eight limbs of yoga and will include a Q&A session ( please bring your questions with you!).    
Where: Space at the Mill Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK When: Friday 20 September – Sunday 22 September 2019 Cost: £160 / £130 Early-Bird Price if booked and paid in full by June 1st 2019. Individual sessions £35. Please note when booking individual sessions please ensure you email us with details of which sessions you want to book on. Please contact us to organise payment by bank transfer Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will be subject to a 50 % loss of payment. Total refunds will only be considered in special circumstances. Refunds given outside of the 4 weeks period will be subject to a 20% administration fee. Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.
Yoga Manchester are thrilled to announce details of weekend workshop with Doug Swenson ( older & wiser ; ) brother of David ) in May 2019. Doug  began his study of yoga in 1969. He has had the fortune of studying with many great teachers including Dr. Ernest Wood, K. Pattabhi Jois, David Williams, Nancy Gilgoff, Ramanand Patel, and others.Doug is a master yoga practitioner, philosopher, poet and dedicated health advocate. He has incorporated influences from several different yoga systems along with his passion for nutrition and the environment to develop his unique approach.  

Friday 17 May 2019 7pm-9pm

Mastering the Secrets of Yoga Flow

The main focus of this class is centered on fluid movements of vinyasa and how to expand this philosophy to create flow in your daily life – a variety of yoga postures – both easy and challenging will be used. Explanation will be made as to how the fluid energy lines of vinyasa in your yoga practice can affect your daily life in a positive way. A connection is made to help create awareness of the conscious flow in your daily life using the philosophy of vinyasa to relate to the energy in all aspects of your life.  

Saturday 18th May 9.30am-11.30am

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga  – Primary Series Led Class

This class is presented with Doug’s own unique Fluid approach to Ashtanga Yoga. This is based on all levels Ashtanga Yoga Format. Class includes yoga adjustments and pranayama.

Saturday 18th May 12.30pm-2.30pm

Handstands / Inversions and Balancing

In this class the students will experience a delightful, holistic flow of asana – focused around Handstands, Inversions and balancing in general. Many tips and suggestions will be given as to how we can achieve new poses and refine techniques of existing poses. In addition to priceless advice on how to avoid and overcome injury.

Saturday 18th May 3pm-4.30pm

Anatomy of Yoga / Whole Body Anatomy / Nutritional Impact

This class gives the students a broader vision of anatomy – beyond the muscles and bones. A better understanding and respect for our internal world is established. Based on the Nine Anatomical Systems of the human body – relation to yoga practice and healthy diet.  

Sunday 19th May 10am-12pm

Ashtanga Yoga with Extra Spice

This class will follow the order of asanas for 1st level Ashtanga, with the addition of some poses from 2nd and 3rd blended in at appropriate places in your routine. This class includes hands on adjustments and personal suggestions on how to enhance your practice. Class ends with pranayama, and deep relaxation.

Sunday 19th May 1pm-3pm

Holistic Yin Yoga

In this class we will practice a variety of basic asana – placed mindfully in a balance progression. Some asana will supported by props and held for longer duration of time. Alternately you will move slowly into a few relaxing complementary asana – holding for a shorter duration of time. Class will finish with light and easy pranayama and a blissful guided deep relaxation.
Where: Space at the Mill Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK When: Friday 17 May – Sunday 19 May 2019 Cost: £150 / £125 Early-Bird Price if booked and paid in full by March 1st 2019. Individual sessions £30. Please note when booking individual sessions please ensure you email us with details of which sessions you want to book on. Please contact us to organise payment by bank transfer Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will be subject to a 50 % loss of payment. Total refunds will only be considered in special circumstances. Refunds given outside of the 4 weeks period will be subject to a 20% administration fee. Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.  
The genius of Tim Feldmann is back in town to teach another weekend of Ashtanga Yoga.Yoga Manchester are are again thrilled to host Tim Feldmann for his second solo workshop in Manchester.Tim is the director of Miami Life Center, the yoga shala he founded with his wife Kino MacGregor and Matt Tashjian. He was set on the yoga path by his first teacher Lino Miele and is Authorized to teach directly by the founder of the Ashtanga Yoga Method, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, and his grandson, R. Sharath Jois. A practitioner of the Advanced A series Tim is dedicated to Ashtanga Yoga’s traditional method. A weekend NOT to be missed.  

Saturday 7th December  9.30am-11.30am

Primary Series Guided Class

During this led class session, Tim will be guiding students through the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga giving guidance and advice towards a deeper understanding of what this series intends to do for us.

Saturday 7th December 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Flying Low Technique Session

In this session Tim will be giving students five simple steps to jump-throughs & jump-backs.

Saturday 7th December 3.30-5pm

Injury Prevention & Pain

In the last session of the day Tim will be giving a Yogic Perspective on injury prevention and pain.  

Sunday 8th December  10am - 12pm

Intro to Nadi Shodana

In this session Tim will be demystifying the Intermediate Series.

Sunday 8th December 1pm-3pm

Technique Session - Inversions, Headstands & Arm Balances

This session is a must for all Ashtanga Yoga students who enjoy life upside down, as Tim will be going into detail on practices and techniques for inversions, headstands & arm Balances.

Sunday 8th December 3.30pm-5pm

Technique Session -Yogic Breathing & The Craving Mind

Yogic Breathing & The Craving Mind In the last session of the weekend Tim will be discussing techniques on Yogic Breathing & The Craving Mind.  
Where: Space at the Mill Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK When: Saturday 8th December - Sunday 9th December 2019. Cost: £160 / £130 Early-Bird Price if booked and paid in full by October 1st 2019. Individual sessions £35. Please note when booking individual sessions please ensure you email us with details of which sessions you want to book on. Please contact us to organise payment by bank transfer Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will be subject to a 50 % loss of payment. Total refunds will only be considered in special circumstances. Refunds given outside of the 4 weeks period will be subject to a 20% administration fee. Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.            
Matt Ryan will be teaching a full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series led class on Saturday 11th June at the amazing Space at the Mill venue in Manchester city centre. Matt has been teaching and practicing Ashtanga Yoga for over 20 years and has taught in Europe India and North America.    

10am-12pm   Primary Series Led Class

In a led class the teacher calls out the names of the postures in sequence and counts the correct vinyasa in traditional Sanskrit with all students moving together as a group. Learning the correct vinyasa gives the student a deeper understanding of the practice. Matt will be adding in suggestions , advice and techniques to the session to allow each student to find their own unique expression of the postures. The day will begin with a guided mediation before the led class. There will be an additional back bending sequence plus guided pranayama and relaxation to close.  
The lady is back. Yoga Manchester are honoured to announce details of the return of the amazing Miss Kino MacGregor to Manchester for a weekend of Ashtanga Yoga! Kino is undoubtedly one of the leading lights of Yoga in the world today –to be able to study directly with her is an amazing opportunity for any yoga student. This workshop will be Kino's only UK workshop in 2021.

Friday 17th September  7pm-9pm

Vairagya: Mindful Movement

Learn a new paradigm for your practice where less effort equals more results. Drop into the inner body and discover healing, quietness and wisdom. Start off with a meditation and end with a deep flow practice based on the Ashtanga Yoga method. This class is the antidote to the goal-oriented mindset. Understand what it means to practice with non-attachment and be in a fully surrendered state. Leave with an impartation of the most subtle teachings of yoga.

Saturday 18th September 9.30am-12pm

Yoga Drills

Join this strength and flexibility journey if you want to laugh, have fun and share the warm heart of yoga with Kino. Work on planks, lift-ups, arm balances, backbends and core! Leave with lots of technique to transform your practice and unlock new levels of awareness. Start off with a short meditation and then dive into a full-on practice for all levels. From shoulders to core, hips to backbends, your body and mind will be in a yoga bootcamp. If you practice with Kino online, you will know exactly what to expect!  There is something for everyone here, from beginner to advanced yogi. All you need to join is an open heart and a playful spirit.

Saturday 18th September 1pm-3pm

Twist into Your Center

Deep twisting increases energy levels, cleanses the body and opens the mind to new levels of awareness. Find the perfect balance between activation and release in this new approach to twisting. Learn healthy technique to increase flexibility in your spine and shoulders while creating solid foundation in your pelvis. Use the core strength of the body to support the twisting and extension. You will have fun with many levels of twists and even use the twisting position to enter some challenging arm balances!  

Saturday 18th September 3.30pm -5pm

The Spiritual Journey of Asana: Understanding the Yoga Sutras.

Yoga is a daily practice that demands our full devotion before we can begin to even scratch the surface of its deeper meaning as a lifelong spiritual path. Kino leads you through a discussion of key elements of the sacred, foundational text of yoga, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Rather than a historical account Kino integrates yoga philosophy with daily asana practice and modern life. Written more than 2,000 years ago the teaching of Patanjali is composed of 195 Sutras organized in four books and holds the essence of the eight-limbed path of Asthanga Yoga. By exploring the basis of physical yoga postures and methodology for spiritual learning in the Yoga Sutras you will delve deeper into the process of self-realization, the true intention of all hatha yoga.  

Sunday 19th September 9.30am-12pm

Full Primary Series Led Class

Surrender to the traditional Ashtanga Yoga method with careful emphasis on the traditional vinyasa method and have fun along the journey. Experience the integrity and purity of the Ashtanga Yoga practice and be  prepared to sweat.

Sunday 19th September 1pm-3pm

Fearless Backbends

If you enjoy a challenge but think you are too stiff to ever bend your back then this is the perfect class for you. By understanding how to work your body in a safe way you will learn what it takes to really bend over backwards with no fear. The secrets of deep backbends are available to you through the integration of sound anatomical principles, healthy alignment techniques and intensely fun stretches. The dynamic movement mechanics of bending your spine are the key to limitless flows of energy and in this class you will begin to explore you natural potential for deep backbends with safety, support and enthusiasm.  

Sunday 19th September 3.30pm- 5PM

Meditation and Q&A

To end the weekend  Kino will teach a meditation and then lead a group Q&A session - feel free to ask questions on all things Ashtanga.

Price

£185. Early Bird £160 - if booked and paid for by May 1st 2021. Individual sessions £35. Please contact us if you want to pay by bank transfer. Please note that cancellations within 4 weeks of the event will be subject to a 50 % loss of payment. Total refunds will only be considered in special circumstances. Refunds given outside of the 4 weeks period will be subject to a 20% administration fee.

Where

Where: Space at the Mill Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two

Food

Please bring your own lunch - there are some shops and restaurants within close proximity to the venue.  
 
David is back in Manchester to teach another 40 hour Immersion into Yoga course. This is a real opportunity for both teachers and students to study with David and take their practice and understanding to the next level. Students who have attended this course in 2018 are welcome to sign up again , David says there are always new things to learn , new insights to have.

To read some testimonials from students attending David's earlier Teacher Training Programmes in Manchester please click here.

This 40-hour course is designed as an intensive immersion into the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. This course will cover the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. The participants will learn safe and effective hands-on adjustments through partner work for all of the asanas, practicalities of conducting a class and yoga theory. This is a deep immersion into the details underlying the practice and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga. During the course all participants will be engaged in teaching and adjusting each other. It is fun and energizing. There is a wealth of invaluable knowledge to be learned and tools for practice to be taken away from this immersion course.

Participants should have a consistent personal practice of Ashtanga Yoga and understand the flow and sequencing of the asanas. The course is not designed as an avenue to learn the sequence but rather to learn to teach Ashtanga Yoga or to deepen an existing practice.

As in all courses run by David Swenson there is sure to be plenty of laughter and fun woven into the experience. You are sure to learn more than you ever imagined possible in a weeklong course and have a great time in the process. Don’t miss this opportunity! Standard Teacher Training Schedule Day One – Five: 9:00 – 12:00 and 2:00 – 5:00 Day Six: 9:00 – 1:00 and 3:00 – 5:00 Day Seven: 9:00 – 1:00 Finish These Hours may be adjusted slightly but must be discussed beforehand. Price £750 early bird fee £695 if booked and paid for by 1st Jan 2022. You can secure your place by paying a non- refundable £100 deposit. This can either be paid by bank transfer or PayPal - see above green 'Book Now' button to pay by PayPal . Please contact us for bank details. Students can pay either by bank transfer , cheque or cash. We can organise payment by installments where appropriate. Please note that cancellations within 8 weeks of the event will not be refunded.Refunds given outside of the 8 week period will be subject to a 45% fee

Where:

Space at the Mill Wellington Mill, Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.
There are a few spaces come available on the workshop please contact us immediately on info@yoga-manchester.co.uk to organise booking and payment.   The incredibly amazing David Swenson is back for his 6th visit to Manchester to teach a weekend workshop for Yoga Manchester. Expect lots of fun and laughter as well as a depth of information in all David's classes. There are some new additions to the workshop including David's teachings on how to avoid injury, seeking depth in practice and enjoying the yoga ride on Friday evening - not to be missed.

Friday 1st July 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Yoga Chikitsa: Primary Series Flow

Dancing with the Breath in a First Series Rhythm

This class is designed for those already familiar with the First Series of Ashtanga Yoga yet it is open to all levels of proficiency from the daily-practicing aficionados to the novice fit-it-in-when-I-can weekend warriors and everyone in between. The class will be conducted like a choreographed dance flowing along all of the way from the opening sun salutations to the closing savasana. David will spend time at the beginning of class to introduce alternatives to some of the more challenging asanas as well as offer user-friendly vinyasa options. There will be time at the end of the flow to enjoy a soothing, deep relaxation. Required Items: Mat and Breath

Saturday 2nd July 9am – 11am

ASHTANGA’S GREATEST HITS

Playing the Edge and Enjoying the Ride

Curious about some of the more intricate or advanced asanas but have felt intimidated by them or uncertain about how to approach them in your practice? Then this class is for you! David will take the group on a special guided tour of select asanas from the Primary, Intermediate and even from the Advanced Series of asanas. If you are not familiar with the more challenging postures there is no need to be scared of them! David has an amazing ability to break down the essence and energetic foundation of any asana to allow practitioners of all levels to feel comfortable and confident when exploring realms of the practice that they find most challenging. There are always plenty of safe and sensible alternatives offered so that the student may utilize the most comfortable approach for their particular level. David’s classes are always full of valuable information as well as plenty of laughter and joy.  

Saturday 2nd July 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Really Hip Openings for the Hips

A Pleasant Exploration of Gentle Methods To Open the Hips

Tight hips can cause problems in other areas such as the knees and back. David has devised an approach of exploring the hips through slow and gentle movements, stable holding of postures and deep breathing which all combine to bring greater openness to the hips without forcing or pushing. To create stability David will share methods of activating one area in order to relax another. This balanced approach is both safe and effective and can be applied to other regions of the body as well. As always, David will manage to make this enjoyable experience. Bring Those Tight Hips In For a Tune-Up!  

Saturday 2nd July 3.30pm - 5pm

Breath, Bandhas and Pranayama

Seeking the Unseen and Experiencing the Intangible

Our first act of life as we enter this world is to inhale and our last act before departing is to exhale. Breath is our most elemental form of life and unites all of humanity yet we think little about it. The ancient yogis gave it great thought and in so doing developed intricate methods of harnessing breath to gain control of the mind and to see the world with greater clarity. This class will delve into the realms of specialized Yogic Breathing as well as the subtle and highly misunderstood internal energy valves known as Bandhas. There is much confusion surrounding these mystical tools and the part they play in the regulation and control of pranic flow. David will share information he gained directly from K. Pattabhi Jois as well as a series of practical exercises he has developed himself to assist the practitioner in gaining a greater understanding of these subtle yet powerful energy gateways of yoga. David has an amazing ability to convey complex ideas in simple terms. All are sure to leave with new insights and useful tools for personal practice regardless of their system. Come and Feel the Prana!

Sunday 3rd July 10.00am – 12.00pm

Second Series Guided Tour

Hop on the Bus and Enjoy a Ride Through Second Series

Many people are frightened of or intimidated by the Second Series of Ashtanga Yoga. But it is truly one of the most fun sequences! David will present the Second Series with great compassion, patience and humor. Students should have a regular practice of the First Series in order to attend this class. David will lead the participants through as much of the Second Series practice as seems appropriate for the group. He will offer alternatives and guidance along the way and explain methods and techniques to make the Second Series asanas feel more accessible and user-friendly. This class is a great way to experience the dynamics of second series in a safe and fun environment.    

Sunday 3rd July 1.00pm - 3.00pm

FLYING FLOATING AND HANDSTANDING

A Fun-filled exploration of Vinyasa and Arm-balances

One of the greatest challenges of the Ashtanga flow is the vinyasa. In this class David will break the vinyasa down into its basic components. He likes to refer to this as: “The Physics of Flight”. Participants will explore techniques for creating greater lightness and efficiency of practice while using less effort to achieve greater ease. The class will also explore the elements of handstands and arm-balances. It is common to feel intimidated or even frightened by balancing on our hands. David will address this issue and offer techniques and practical methods of approach to allow for greater confidence and ability that can be carried away and applied within a personal practice.  This will all be done through the avenue of insightful and simple methods he has designed through decades of practice and teaching others. There will be partner work as well as individual techniques offered. There is always plenty of laughter and fun as well as a depth of information David’s classes. All levels may attend even if you have never done a handstand before. Alternatives are always given.  

Sunday 3rd July 4.00pm - 5.30pm

EIGHT LIMBS AND DAILY LIFE

Ancient Solutions for Modern Challenges

Underlying the mysterious and complex philosophy of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras there is a truly profound simplicity that may be applied within the context of our daily lives. This class will discuss the Eight Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga and explore their applications within the challenges of life. What is the use of Philosophy without real application? We may memorize quotations or stanzas from great writings but unless we can apply them within the fabric of our life they are merely words spoken rather than knowledge realized. Real Tools for Real Life!  

Price

Price £165 Individual sessions £40 Please note when booking individual sessions please ensure you email us with details of which sessions you want to book on. Please contact us to organise payment by bank transfer Please note that cancellations within 8 weeks of the event will not be refunded.Refunds given outside of the 8 week period will be subject to a 45% fee.

Where

Space at the Mill Wellington Mill Yoga Studio , Duke St, Manchester M3 4NF, UK Click here for car parks near the studio. Hotel Option One Hotel Option Two For public transport links click here.