Ashtanga Yoga Glasgow

A dynamic and physically challenging practice consisting of six series of postures (asanas) to be learnt and followed in sequential order. The first, Primary Series, (‘Yoga Chikitsa’, or ‘yoga therapy’) realigns, detoxifies, and stabilizes the body, purifying muscles and organs, and building strength, stamina and flexibility. The second, Intermediate Series (‘nadi shodana’ or ‘nerve cleansing’) works on the subtle body, purifying and strengthening the nervous system. The remaining four or Advanced Series (‘Sthira Bhaga’ or ‘divine stability’) require even deeper levels of strength, concentration and humility. Whichever series you are practising, you will always start with the same set of ‘sun salutations’(surya namaskar) and end with the same sequence of finishing postures. Each posture builds on what has been learnt before. The student must not race ahead and try to do too much too soon, as each level is a preparation for the next, and must be fully developed before moving on. It takes time for the body and mind to strengthen and stabilise, and many years of practice. Moving on before you’re ready could result in injury.