Ashtanga Yoga
Pattabhi Jois, The creator of Ashtanga Yoga
Pattabhi Jois began his yoga trainings in 1927 when he was merely 12 years of age
By 1948 had established an organisation for teaching the specific yoga practice known as Ashtanga.

The Main poses of Ashtanga Yoga
This very unique form of yoga allows us to strengthen our bodies inside and out
With a list of poses that helps us understand and explore our inner self
While working up quite a sweat and realising toxins from our bodies

The 8 limbs of Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga is named after the eight limbs of yoga

Local Studio where Ashtanga Yoga is practiced
Recently added to the fitness facility I am a member at (Monster Gym, west island)

Members of the Montreal Canadiens doing Yoga
Ashtanga yoga helps elite athletes with flexibility as well as injury prevention, Mentally it allows athletes to withstand to adversity and get focused for a season journey’s

The most popular yoga position
The downward dog

Yoga goes beyond physical activity
. One of the most powerful tools that Ashtanga Yoga offers is its ability to allows us to get great focus and clear of mind of stressful thoughts and or memories.
This is done so we can come into touch with our inner self and enhance our well-being and develop mental health.

The Benefits
Many studies have shown that individuals who practice yoga twice a week for an extended period of time are more proactive in the working environment, feel less stressed and are in a better place mentally as well as physically.

What to expect
Many people try yoga for the first time, let alone Ashtanga yoga and come out of a class feeling like a new person or although they had an out of body experience and feel well rested and see the world from a clear point of view.

Have an open mind
Yoga is becoming very popular.
The majority of the population envisions yoga as a legit form of enhancing mental and physical health.
Studies have shown that for the last couple of years the amount of people practicing yoga has increased every year.

Enjoy It
This new creation not only allows you to discover your inner self, but allows you to relieve your body of stress while enhancing overall health.
The new so called art, is formally known as Yoga and has created quite a frenzy around the globe.
Not only being recognized for its health benefits but the advancements in strengthening your inner self.