Dates:
Fri 22 Dec 2017 9:30am
Class times:
About
ASHTANGA YOGA WORKSHOP 9.30am-12.30pm
Full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series plus some Intermediate asanas
This workshop will begin by guiding dancers through the full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series, which is considered therapeutic and cleansing. It includes standing and seated asanas, arm balances and inversions.
We will also work through some of the Intermediate Series, which introduces deeper back bends and twists, leg-behind-the head asanas, arm balances and interesting headstands. It is said to purify the nervous system, showing us how to remain steady and calm when facing difficulty.
After a short break, we will work in pairs to examine alignment and adjustments for specific asanas.
Background information
Yoga is an ancient philosophy and system of practices designed to unite mind and body creating a sense of complete well-being.
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic and physically challenging style of yoga, where each movement is synchronised with the breath, and a set series of asanas are linked in a constant flow, creating a detoxifying heat. Perhaps most importantly, it develops a greater ability to stay focused.
About Mileva Donachie
Mileva has been practising Ashtanga Yoga (a 6 day a week practice) for 7 years and completed her Yoga Teacher Training in December 2011. Each year she studies with international Ashtangis, including Kino MacGregor, Tim Feldmann, R.Sharath Jois and Joey Miles.
Mileva has been working in dance since 1987, in a number of roles - at the Arts Council in Yorkshire and then the North West, Arts Adviser for Sheffield City Council, Development Manager with JABADAO, and latterly with Northumberland Arts Development, as well as other freelance roles across the North East.
What to wear:
Layers of clothing, nothing too tight, possibly bring a small towel if you know you sweat a lot
Food & drink:
It is best not to eat for 2 to 3 hours before practice and not to drink during the practice.
Injuries:
Please let Mileva know before the start of the session if you have any injuries or don’t want to be adjusted. Or in advance by email - milevadonachie@me.com
Full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series plus some Intermediate asanas
This workshop will begin by guiding dancers through the full Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series, which is considered therapeutic and cleansing. It includes standing and seated asanas, arm balances and inversions.
We will also work through some of the Intermediate Series, which introduces deeper back bends and twists, leg-behind-the head asanas, arm balances and interesting headstands. It is said to purify the nervous system, showing us how to remain steady and calm when facing difficulty.
After a short break, we will work in pairs to examine alignment and adjustments for specific asanas.
Background information
Yoga is an ancient philosophy and system of practices designed to unite mind and body creating a sense of complete well-being.
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic and physically challenging style of yoga, where each movement is synchronised with the breath, and a set series of asanas are linked in a constant flow, creating a detoxifying heat. Perhaps most importantly, it develops a greater ability to stay focused.
About Mileva Donachie
Mileva has been practising Ashtanga Yoga (a 6 day a week practice) for 7 years and completed her Yoga Teacher Training in December 2011. Each year she studies with international Ashtangis, including Kino MacGregor, Tim Feldmann, R.Sharath Jois and Joey Miles.
Mileva has been working in dance since 1987, in a number of roles - at the Arts Council in Yorkshire and then the North West, Arts Adviser for Sheffield City Council, Development Manager with JABADAO, and latterly with Northumberland Arts Development, as well as other freelance roles across the North East.
What to wear:
Layers of clothing, nothing too tight, possibly bring a small towel if you know you sweat a lot
Food & drink:
It is best not to eat for 2 to 3 hours before practice and not to drink during the practice.
Injuries:
Please let Mileva know before the start of the session if you have any injuries or don’t want to be adjusted. Or in advance by email - milevadonachie@me.com
