Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga- Triange Pose - Trikonasana

 

 ASHTANGA YOGA PRIMARY SERIES STUDY AND APPRENTICESHIP (TRAINING)
 January 6th through April 30th, 2024

Join Sandee Lawless and guests for a deep study of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga and Apprenticeship for those who may want to give back to their community and embark upon the lifelong study of Mysore-style Ashtanga Yoga Teacher. This program is also appropriate for anyone wanting to embark on a personal study and practice of the Primary Series.

This method is taught slowly over time meeting students where they are, and for those wanting to guide others - your path comes from a serious dedicated personal practice. Our program places focus on how to maintain a personal practice, and teach in a manner that is accessible for all. 

You will also have opportunities to teach community classes, develop and offer workshops and participate in group workshops.

Join us for a deep study of the Primary Series  hybrid program - monthly in person workshops with Sandee and guest teachers in addition to  semi-private virtual sessions with Sandee including  workshop style sessions to review the count of the series, Led Primary class and a virtual semi - private Mysore - style session with Sandee.

Requirements:

  1. Commitment to your personal practice

  2. Commitment to want to continue with studies - commitment to personal growth, and doing the work and study that goes with this…knowing growth may happen in discomfort. Taking personal responsibility.

  3. Commit to non-violent communication, humility and being in right relationship with the other Apprentices, the Shala, and the program Guides.

  4. If you choose to participate in assisting or teaching community classes - ability to commit to the schedule chosen for assisting and for class rotation. Take this commitment seriously.

Program:

  • Our monthly workshops and trainings will include weekend workshops :

  • Anatomy for Yoga Teachers

    • How to hold space in tbe Mysore Ashtanga room or with community partners and meeting folks where they are

    • Use of props and adaptions for all

    • How and when to assist - verbal and hands on

    • Practice teaching sessions for those wanting to embark on this journey

    • The count of Primary Series

    • Pranayama

    • Study of the foundations and transitions of each posture

    • Direct  support and guidance from Sandee, including self-care practices for sustained practice and teaching.

    • Opportunity to assist in our program while training and also offer community classes if you choose to.

Schedule (led by Sandee and Special Guests):

Live Virtual Workshops ( all Saturdays):

1) Opening Ceremony * Saturday Jan.6 * 10:00-11:30AM

2) Mysore Ashtanga Class Followed by a Count Workshop * 9:00-10:30AM * (Saturdays) Jan. 20, Feb. 10, March 16, April 13

3) Led Primary Series and Pranayama Workshop * 9:00 -11:00AM * (Saturdays) Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 23, April 20

4) Closing Ceremony * Saturday, April 27 * 10:00 to 11:30AM

In Person Workshops (Saturdays) with Sandee Lawless and Guests: (asana lab, anatomy, assists, practice teach)

1). January 13 (Saturday) * 11:00AM to 1:00PM

2) February 17 (Satruday) * 11:00AM to 1:00PM

3) March 9 (Saturday) * 11:00AM to 1:00PM

4) March 30 (Saturday) * 11:00AM-1:00PM

Tuition Cost and Program Inclusions: 

We start in January and space is limited to 15 students .

We are happy to offer this on a sliding scale. Generous payment plans available. Sliding scale options:

1) $800- Sustainer

2) $1000- Supporter

3) $1200- Amplifier

Please Note 50% of your tuition is tax deductible.

SCHOLARSHIP/TUITION ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

We are pleased to support our community by offering 3 Scholarships/tuition assistance slots - tuition for the 3 scholarships is $400 and is offered in exchange for a commitment to teach one year in our Ashtanga Program upon graduation (this would be paid teaching position).

What does tuition include ?

- unlimited yoga class membership for duration of program

  • study manual

  • 4 in person workshops of deep study

  • Monthy vIrtual sessions with Sandee - Mysore-style Ashtanga classes, learning the count , Led primary, Pranayama

  • Opportunity to assist current Guides or teach community classes if you choose

  • Certificate of Completion

Process:

Step 1: Please fill out the application below. As and alternate way of applying- you can send a video or voice recording for this application- and email to info@yogapunxpdx.com

Step 2:  Zoom call with Sandee to get to know each other, if have not yet met.

Step 3: Once accepted, sign contractual agreement. Tuition is mom-refundable regardless of completion of program.

Apply by completing the application below. Your application will help us get to know you better.