Why Structured Yoga Programs and Not Drop-In Classes?

Shri K. Pattabhi Jois (Ashtanga Master) once stated, “the body constitution of each person is different hence it is important to practice the asanas accordingly.” (Yoga Mala)

Traditionally the practices of yoga were taught according to the capacity of the student and as they progressed. Yoga was not taught as it is today on a drop-in basis or in large classes. The Yoga Way's approach to teaching yoga is traditional; making it important to learn yoga "accordingly" and to teach it the same.

The programs are structured to teach the practices of yoga as a progressive series and with personalized instruction. All of the programs are offered as a 6-week course limited to 5 students. Each class is built upon the last one taken and structured to meet the needs, capacity and goals of the student.

Each of the programs are drawn from traditional Hatha-yoga/Raja-yoga. This includes the teaching of the yogasanas (postures), concentration, meditation, chanting and the theory behind the practice. Programs are offered in: AtmaVikasa Yoga and Back Bending and taught in the tradition of Yogacharya V. Venkatesha.