Ashtanga Mela: The Power of Community

For all levels.

Calling all Ashtanga yogis and yoginis to this summer’s Ashtanga gathering—a coming together of old and new friends. Take advantage of this opportunity to practice with kindred spirits, share experiences and insights with teachers and practitioners steeped in the Ashtanga tradition, and explore what it means to be a twenty-first-century yogi.

Following in the footsteps of past Ashtanga Melas, this gathering features practice, stories, and history with three teachers who were pivotal in bringing the teachings of Pattabhi Jois to millions. David Swenson, David Williams, and Danny Paradise have spent more than 30 years practicing, teaching, traveling, and sharing their experiences. Skilled at adapting their teaching to the needs of the group, they see the following possibilities for this magical week of practice and celebration

• Primary series with derivative poses, variations, and modifications
• Mysore classes
• Adjustment classes
• Introduction to 2nd and 3rd series
• Pranayama classes.

The week also includes optional group swims at the lake after evening sessions, an intimate musical gathering with Danny and friends, and ongoing opportunities to integrate four decades of Ashtanga Yoga in the West.

Recommended reading/listening/watching David Swenson, Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual; Danny Paradise, River of the Soul (CD and DVD) and Travelers, Magicians, & Shamans (CD).

• 28 credits for Yoga Alliance (YA), $20 additional charge
• 28 credits for Athletic Trainers (BOC), $20 additional charge