Beginners Courses

Beginners Ashtanga Yoga

Registration for Regular Beginners Introductory Weekends 

Please note that the Regular Beginners Courses are distinct from the Living Social courses below. There is space available on all upcoming Beginners Introductory courses.

  Click here to download registration form

Return it with non-refundable deposit of €60 to: Beginners Class Registration, Ashtanga Yoga Dublin, rear 16 Main St., Irdone Lane,  Blackrock, Co. Dublin.

OR pay your deposit now through PayPal:

When using PayPal, please indicate in the 'Instructions to Merchant' the date of the particular course you wish to attend, and include a contact telephone number please. Many thanks!
 

 

Instructions for Registration for Living Social Voucher Courses

Living Social Introductory courses must be booked in advance by phoning David on 087 237 6383. Places are limited on each course to 20, so it may be necessary to book for a course some months away. Places are allocated on a first-come-first served basis. Once a course has been booked, your voucher is redeemed against that course and cannot be changed to another one. Even if you do not wish to attend an Intro Course, you must book with us for the 4 weeks of classes associated with a specific Intro Course. All vouchers must be redeemed by July 12, 2012, even if the course you are booking for takes place after this date. Any queries please call David on 087 237 6383. Next available dates May 19/20. 

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Introductory Courses

Come and learn in Yoga in a way that is designed to suit you, and in an environment that is calm and clear. Develop a practice that is appropriate for you specifically and which will evolve and change according as you need it too. Yoga can create the conditions for a healthy life, for less stress and worry, for more vitality and enjoyment, which especially these days, is exactly what we all need. 

At Ashtanga Yoga Dublin we get to know each student and work with them on an individual basis, focusing on their specific needs and particular requirements. Everyone learns the same practice but in a way which is appropriate to them, as each body is different, each person's breath is different, as is everyone's experience and expectation. 

These Courses consist of an Introductory Weekend (two 2-hour classes, Sat/Sun from 12.30 - 2.30pm) followed by four weeks during which the student may attend as many classes per week as they wish. They should aim to attend as often as possible as this is the best way to establish a practice habit and to learn the sequence quickly.

On the weekend, students are given a comprehensive introduction to Ashtanga Yoga, its background, aims and practices. They will learn about the Vinyasa system of Breath co-ordinated movement, and the practice of Bandhas and Drishti, the Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskara) as well as the Standing Asanas (postures). Over the course of the next 4 weeks students learn the complete standing sequence, the seated sequence as far as Navasana and the Finishing Sequence postures.

Throughout the course emphasis is placed on developing correct breathing and learning principles of movement which protect and strengthen the body. Care and attention to detail, and precision in learning the correct vinyasa system of Ashtanga Yoga mean that the student will progress quickly and develop a clear and enjoyable personal Yoga practice, bringing health to both body and mind.

 

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Cost Of Courses

The Introductory Weekend Course costs €60 for the weekend on its own or avail of a Beginners Special Month Package for only €120 (includes weekend and 4-weeks of unlimited classes).

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What You'll Need

Students will need to have a Yoga Mat. Specialist Yoga mats can be bought at the School. They must bring a good-sized towel with them and should wear clothes they can move comfortably in. Ashtanga Yoga generates heat so leggings, shorts, T-shirts etc. are best!

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Location

All classes take place in the Ashtanga Yoga Dublin, located at 16 Main Street Blackrock. The Shala entrance is at the rear on Idrone Lane. Please see here for full details and a map to the shala.

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Beginners Course Dates:

January
Saturday 14th, Sunday 15th
February
Saturday 4th, Sunday 5th
March
Saturday 10th, Sunday 11th
April
Saturday 14th, Sunday 15th
May
Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th
June
Saturday 16th, Sunday 17th
July
Saturday 7nd, Sunday 8th
August
Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th
September
Saturday 8th, Sunday 9th
October
Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th
November
Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th
Saturday 24th, Sunday 25th