Ashtanga Yoga Classes, Retreats & Workshops Philippa Asher

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CLASSES, RETREATS & WORKSHOPS

Philippa teaches Ashtanga Yoga in LONDON, INDIA & INTERNATIONALLY

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2024  TEACHING SCHEDULE

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ONLINE ASHTANGA YOGA LED PRIMARY, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED A SERIES CLASSES 
‘Sanskrit-Counted Led Primary, Intermediate & Advanced A Series Classes via Zoom’

Zoom      Saturdays
Philippa Asher     philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Saturdays at 9am (UK time).  Online Led Ashtanga Yoga Classes are for established Ashtanga yoga practitioners, who fancy hearing the asana names and live vinyasa counts as they practise (and a dash of  light-hearted human interaction!)   Followed by refining any technique-related aspects that have come up, Q&A and pranayama.  Limited to eight practitioners each session, for optimum guidance and attention.  We alternate each Saturday between Led Primary and Led Intermediate/Advanced A Series (until Urdhva Kukkutasana B). Email Philippa for availability/to join.  £25 a class (£20 for over 65s and those struggling financially).

Counted Primary
Intermediate/Adv
23rd March 6th April
11th May 18th May
1st June 8th June
6th July 13th July
20th July  
24th August more dates tba

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ONLINE ASHTANGA YOGA ONE-TO-ONE LESSONS
‘Private Ashtanga Yoga Lessons via Zoom’

Zoom      Weekdays
Philippa Asher     philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
One-to-One Online Ashtanga Yoga Lessons via video chat.  These are for Ashtanga yoga practitioners who would like support with their practice, without having to travel. During an ‘in person’ lesson, a teacher can observe from all angles, hear a practitioner’s breathing, see their drishti, correct alignment, technique, vinyasa, demonstrate alongside the practitioner and assist when necessary. With Online One-to-One lessons, you still have Philippa’s undivided attention, receive verbal help/tips, watch Philippa demonstrate on your screen, refine technique and alignment, review Sanskrit asana names and precise vinyasa counts, can ask questions about the practice, philosophy, pranayama and receive guidance with joy!  Email Philippa for availability and to book a lesson (cost is half ‘in person’ rate).

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LONDON

‘Week-Long Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensives’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London      One week, every two months
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Regular Ashtanga guided self-practice weeks, in London.  Along the same lines as Philippa’s international guided self-practice weeks, these bi-monthly Monday to Friday intensives, have three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for availability and fill in the booking form.

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SRI LANKA

‘Ashtanga Yoga & Ayurveda Idyllic Jungle Village Retreat’

Ulpotha Ayurveda Village   January to 4th February 2024
www.ulpotha.com   philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
I am beyond excited to return to Ulpotha, which is truly one of my most favourite places in the world! Ulpotha is an idyllic ayurveda village in the jungle heartland in Sri Lanka, that offers world class yoga, ayurvedic treatments and massages, natural swimming, stunning walks, trips to incredible sites, mouthwatering organic locally grown vegetarian and vegan cuisine, gorgeous rustic-style homely huts and acres of breathtaking views … in other words it is paradise! This is the perfect opportunity to connect to nature, recharge, rejuvenate and refresh. We’ll be having daily Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice; Sanskrit-Counted Primary Series classes; afternoon workshops on asana technique, concepts of the method, body opening, pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy, Q&A etc. All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners (and significant others!) are welcome.

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LONDON

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London     11th to 15th March 2024
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Small-group Ashtanga guided self-practice week, in a large airy space in central London.   Three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for exact location, time slots and to book a place.

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CHINA

‘Ashtanga Yoga Temple Retreat near Shanghai’

YuanTong Temple JiaXing ZheJiang    16th to 24th April & 27th to 5th May 2024
www.templeretreat     zhy@maxonc.com
A unique opportunity to work closely, in a small group and in a stunning temple location, with one of the few KPJAYI Certified Ashtanga yoga teachers. Over nine days of daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, Counted Primary Series classes and afternoon workshops (on concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique/safe alignment, yoga history, philosophy, pranayama, meditation and Q&A), you will have chance to fully immerse yourself in the Ashanga yoga method, without distractions.  Ashtanga yoga practitioners who know at least the Standing Sequence and understand English are welcome.

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LONDON

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London     20th to 24th May 2024
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Small-group Ashtanga guided self-practice week, in a large airy space in central London.   Three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for exact location, time slots and to book a place.

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ITALY RETREAT

‘Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in Enchanting Apulia’

YogApulia    22nd to 28th June 2024
www.yogapulia.com     mark@yogapulia.com
Enjoy one week’s respite, in a stunning Italian trulli retreat. YogApulia is exclusively created for yoga and meditation.  Situated in the beautiful and peaceful setting of the Valle d’Itria in Apulia, it embodies the spirit of being connected to and living in harmony with nature.  As well as enjoying daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, Counted Primary Series classes and afternoon workshops,  guests can indulge in mouthwatering vegetarian food, luxury accommodation, stunning views, swim in the pool, experience some of the best Mediterranean beaches in Italy and charming historical towns.  All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome, maximum 10 guests.

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LONDON

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London     22nd to 26th July 2024
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Small-group Ashtanga guided self-practice week, in a large airy space in central London.   Three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for exact location, time slots and to book a place.

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FRANCE

‘Ashtanga Yoga Week in the Mountains’

Sixt fer à Cheval, French Alps    12th to 17th August 2024
www.ashtangayogadugiffre.com    ppison@hotmail.fr
A week of Ashtanga guided self-practice, afternoon workshops, Q&A, Counted Primary Series, yoga philosophy, pranayama and meditation, with one of the few KPJAYI Certified Ashtanga yoga practitioner/teachers. Set in a stunning natural resort known for its rich cultural heritage and unique architecture, the village of Sixt fer à Cheval acts as a gateway to the huge nature reserve in which it resides. An area well known for its outstanding natural beauty in the French Alps. All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.

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GLASGOW



’Guided Self-Practice & Asana Technique/Alignment Workshop’

Ashtanga Yoga Glasgow     29th August to 2nd September 2024
www.ashtangayogaglasgow.co.uk      morancath@gmail.com
A chance to work closely and in small groups, with one of the few KPJAYI Certified Ashtanga yoga teachers. Following the traditional ‘guided self-practice’ method, practitioners will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures. Saturday afternoon’s workshop will focus on exploring concepts of the method, technique and safe alignment, making the more challenging asanas seem possible.  Primary Series to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.

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FRANCE


‘Week-long Stunning Ashtanga Yoga Retreat’

Château de Gueyze, Bordeaux Region    8th to 14th September 2024

www.ashtangafrance.com     retreat@ashtangafrance.com
A joyful Ashtanga yoga retreat in a superb château with acres of grounds in the South West of France! Daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, afternoon workshops, Counted Primary Series, philosophy, pranayama, meditation, glorious vineyards, walks in nature, spectacular views, swimming pool, delicious food, luxury accommodation, fabulous hosts, sunshine, what’s not to love! All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome (and significant others!), maximum 12 guests.

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LONDON

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London     23rd to 27th September 2024
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Small-group Ashtanga guided self-practice week, in a large airy space in central London.   Three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for exact location, time slots and to book a place.

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MALLORCA RETREAT, SPAIN

‘Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in the Stunning Balearic Islands’

Porreres, Mallorca    5th to 12th October 2024
www.balearicretreats.com     info@balearicretreats.com 
A week-long Ashtanga yoga retreat on the stunning island of Mallorca, just a short distance from some of the best beaches on the island.  Set in a glorious antique finca with acres of landscaped gardens, the atmosphere is of exceptional beauty, space and seclusion. Delicious vegan food, luxury accommodation, breathtaking views, nature, elegant yoga space, inviting swimming pool. Daily Ashtanga guided self-practice, afternoon workshops on asana technique, concepts of the practice, pranayama, meditation, philosophy and Counted Primary Series.  All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome, maximum 10 guests for optimum attention and guidance.

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EGYPT

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive, Led Primary Series, Pranayama, Q&A’

Nun Center, Cairo     27th October to 8th November 2024
www.nuncenter.com     nada@nuncenter.com
A chance to spend two weeks working closely and in small groups, with one of the few KPJAYI Certified Ashtanga yoga teachers, who has learned the Primary, Intermediate, Advanced A and B Series directly from Sri K Pattabhi Jois and his grandson Sharath. Following the traditional ‘guided self-practice’ method of learning/practising Ashtanga asana (where one posture is mastered by the practitioner with perfect synchronisation of tristhana, steadiness, ease, joy and safe physical/energetic alignment, before learning the next), practitioners will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures.  On the Saturdays there will be Sanskrit-Counted Led Primary Series classes, pranayama, meditation and Q&A.

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LONDON

‘Ashtanga Guided Self-Practice Intensive’

Ashtanga Nirvrta London     25th to 29th November 2024
www.ashtangaphilippa.com    philippa@ashtangaphilippa.com
Small-group Ashtanga guided self-practice week, in a large airy space in central London.   Three sessions of six to eight practitioners in each, for optimum teaching and guidance.  Practitioners of all levels will have the opportunity to deepen and develop their asana technique and practice, whilst being guided through methods of approaching the more challenging postures and their vinyasas.  Enquiry into concepts of the Ashtanga method, technique and philosophy are invited.  Beginners to Advanced B Series Ashtanga yoga practitioners are welcome.  Email Philippa for exact location, time slots and to book a place.

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AFRICA

 
‘Kenya Safari and Ashtanga Yoga Retreat’

Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Laikipia     10th to 17th December 2024
kurudiproject.com     becky@kurudi.com

The ultimate bucket list retreat! Situated in of one of Kenya’s most private wildlife and environmental conservation projects, this magnificent wildlife-rich retreat at Ol Pejeta Safari Conservancy, offers luxury home-away-from-home accommodation, world-class Ashtanga yoga, early morning and evening safaris, local cultural visits and activities, delicious vegan/vegetarian food, breathtaking views, private swimming pool and a connection to nature that will stay with you forever. All levels of Ashtanga yoga practitioners (and significant others!) are welcome for this adventure of a lifetime!

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More dates will be added when confirmed

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