london workshops with gingi lee

introducing the second series

SUNDAY 21 MARCH 2010
with Gingi Lee at the Clapham Shala
12.30–5pm Sunday 21 March
There will be a 30-min break day (please bring a very light snack).
Cost: £40

In this workshop we will introduce the second series of ashtanga vinyasa, exploring postures and focusing on technique. We will break down the asanas and work with supplementary postures to ease in to some of the more challenging postures.

This workshops is open to practitioners who have completed the primary series or are near to completing it. In order to do this workshop you should have a relatively strong practice.

£20 (non-refundable) booking deposit required. Please email us to book.

beginners 4-week "introduction to ashtanga"

MARCH (8–9.30pm THURSDAYS 4, 11, 18, 25) - FULLY BOOKED
MARCH (6.30–8pm MONDAYS 8, 15, 22, 29) - 2 SPACES LEFT
APRIL (8–9.30pm THURSDAYS 8, 15, 22, 29)
MAY (8–9.30pm THURSDAYS 6, 13, 20, 27)
with Gingi Lee at the Clapham Shala
Cost: £60

Our popular 4-week "Introduction to Ashtanga" course, is ideal for those looking for a more intensive and focused approach to starting ashtanga. The course accomodates those who are completely new to ashtanga yoga as well as those who need a refresher. This course introduces the sequential order of postures, breath control (ujjayi breath), and internal core strength (bandhas). This begins the process of self-practice where you learn to be receptive to your own level, speed and breath while being supervised by a teacher. In the end you create a personal practice within the form.

During the first week we will establish the core strengths to guide you through your practice involving breath, movement and stillness as we explore the surya namaskaras (sun salutations), and padmasana (lotus posture).

The second week will carry you through the standing and some key closing postures allowing you to feel confident to partake in the self-practice beginners sessions. The dynamics of vinyasa will be explored with jump through's to sitting and standing.

The third week will begin further exploration of the finishing sequence. By providing strength-building exercises, you will feel confident entering postures such as urdhva dhanurasana (backbend) and salamba sarvangasana (shoulder stand).

The fourth week culminates with the full embodiment of the standing and closing sequences. A few of the postures from the middle section will be introduced, setting your body in motion for the rest to be revealed through your self-practice.

See about ashtanga for more on the benefits of and background of the practice.

£30 (non-refundable) deposit required on booking. If you are unable to make a particular date and you notify us before the course begins, we can transfer the class to another beginners class during the month. Once the course begins, classes are non-transferrable. Email us to book - places will be held without payment for 3 working days only.

beginners ashtanga intensive weekend

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 26 & 27 JUNE 2010
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11 & 12 SEPTEMBER 2010
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 15 & 16 JANUARY 2011
with Gingi Lee at the Clapham Shala
2–6pm on both days
Cost: £60


The course provides a detailed introduction to ashtanga yoga and its benefits, covering the sequential order of postures, breath control and core strength. It will also take in elements of meditation and relaxation. The course accommodates those who are completely new to ashtanga yoga, as well as those who need a refresher. It will also introduce you to a Mysore-style class which will set you on the path to finding your own ashtanga yoga practice where you learn to be receptive to your own level, speed and breath with the teacher there to inform, correct and encourage.

There will be a 30-min break each day (please bring a very light snack).

£30 (non-refundable) deposit required on booking. Please email us to book.

exploring the primary series

SATURDAY 25 & 26 SEPTEMBER 2010
with Gingi Lee at the Clapham Shala (click here for location)
2pm –6pm Saturday 25 September & 12.30–4.30pm Sunday 26 September
Cost: £60

More information to follow.