with Katy Scherer
June 06-08, 2025
Friday to Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Price: 550.- €
This specialized and intensive module offers an in-depth exploration of the Ashtanga Yoga system, one of the most dynamic and inspiring forms of modern yoga — ideal for yoga teachers who want to deepen their knowledge of Ashtanga Yoga and expand their skills in this powerful and transformative practice. Dive into the world of Ashtanga Yoga with Katy Scherer and discover how you can integrate this deep and dynamic practice into your teaching and life.This specialized and intensive module offers an in-depth exploration of the Ashtanga Yoga system, one of the most dynamic and inspiring forms of modern yoga — ideal for yoga teachers who want to deepen their knowledge of Ashtanga Yoga and expand their skills in this powerful and transformative practice. Dive into the world of Ashtanga Yoga with Katy Scherer and discover how you can integrate this deep and dynamic practice into your teaching and life.
Content of the module:
The module aims to provide you with the skills and techniques you need to teach effectively, inspiringly and authentically. It combines traditional yoga philosophy with modern teaching methods and adds creative elements such as storytelling and the use of mantras.
- History and philosophy:
An insight into the origins of Ashtanga yoga. Learn more about the philosophical foundations that shape this practice and how it has developed over time.
- Intensive practice:
Dive deep into the Primary Series known as Yoga Chikitsa. You will practice each pose in detail, learn the correct vinyasas (movement sequences) and understand how to adapt the asanas to different bodies and abilities.
- Breath, Bandhas and Drishti:
Explore the three keys of Ashtanga Yoga — Ujjayi Breath (the victorious breath), Bandhas (energy seals) and Drishti (point of view). These elements are critical to practice and help achieve a meditative state.
- Teaching methodology:
Develop the skills to teach an Ashtanga class, from beginners to advanced levels. Learn how to effectively guide, correct and individually support each student.
- Personal practice and self-exploration:
Deepen your own Ashtanga practice Recognize how this intensive practice affects not only your body, but also your mind and spiritual development.
- Integration into modern yoga classes:
We discuss how Ashtanga Yoga can be integrated and adapted in various teaching environments to make it accessible to a wider group of students.