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Tristana – The 3 Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
August 27, 2017

Tristana – The 3 Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

The Three Pillars of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Tristana is the foundation of the practice of ashtanga yoga. As such, it is a tool to help cultivate the ultimate presence of mind, focus, and stability. Tristana consists of three parts: Ujjayi breath (victorious breath), the bandhas (energy locks), and drsti (yogic gaze). These three tools transform [...]
Bandhas – The secret energy locks of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
July 5, 2014

Bandhas – The secret energy locks of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

Bandhas - Energy Locks If you have taken a good Ashtanga or Vinyasa class, you've probably heard "Activate your bandhas!"  Bandhas are one of the three pillars of Tristana, and thus fundamental to asana practice. The bandhas are one of the most important yoga tools, and will help you support your back for safety and move with far more grace. [...]
What is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
March 17, 2012

What is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga History and Explanation of the Yoga System History In the West the name Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga became synonymous with Pattabhi Jois’ (1915-2009) system of yoga. His system is mostly known for its physical practice of asana (poses).  Though the name, Ashtanga translates as eight limbs; these eight limbs are explained in Patanjali’s […]