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Ashtanga in Winter — Keep it Simple

It is Winter here in Aotearoa/New Zealand and it's cold, wet and windy in Wellington. This makes...

First, Master Asana

My Guru, Sri K Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India said to me on numerous occasions “First, master asana, then take Pranayama. When you have mastered Pranayama, then take meditation”.

Guide to Yama Part 5 — Aparigraha

Aparigraha is the fifth and final of the Yamas and translates as refraining from covetousness or...

Christmas Blog – Counting Our Blessings

Christmas is a time for reflection and family. A time for counting our blessings. There are events...

48 Week Slowly, Slowly Method

It has been a great start to another year at Te Aro Astanga Yoga. The energy at this time of the...