28/04/2023
One of the main things that sets stretching apart from yoga is the 3 points of internal focus called the Tristhana method.
Tri means 3 in Sanskrit and sthana means place.
These 3 points/places of focus consist of Pranayama (breath control), asana/Bandhas (poses/energy locks or seals), and Dristi (looking focus). When we learn to bring focus to these 3 points, throughout our practice, we develop control of our senses, improve focus and increase self awareness of our inner sensations, emotions and mind (interoception).
Of course, it’s difficult to focus on these consistently, that’s part of the practice, but this week, see if you can notice, free of judgement, when your mind wonders and gently remind it to come back to at least one or allof these 3 focal points.
Join me for online Mysore Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 6.30-9am (uk time) to deepen your practice, for community and accountability.
27/11/2022
Join Mysore style Ashtanga yoga online or in person in
Beginners - advanced welcome.
Specialising in
If you’d like to join send me a message for how to join.
08/11/2022
In person practice Mysore style, Ashtanga Yoga. Mondays and Wednesday 6.30-9am in
All very welcome and perfect for beginners. You learn on a one to one basis, but for a fraction of the price.
24/10/2022
No practice tomorrow. See you on Wednesday ✨
27/07/2022
No practice tomorrow. See you on Friday.
✨Rest is just as important as doing, it keeps balance in the body and mind. Life long practice requires self awareness and regulation, so you can adjust your practice level and amount of rest according to what is going on in your life. Practice is here to support and enhance our life and rest is very much part of that✨
16/07/2022
If you’re looking to start an ashtanga practice I have some videos over on my YouTube channel Mary Powell Yoga that will help get you started.
This one is beginners sun salutations
Sun Salutation A for Beginners - Mary Powell Yoga
Sun Salutation A is the start of your Ashtanga journey, here I have broken it down into a beginner friendly version - Mary Powell YogaThe sun salutations war...
13/07/2022
Join me for an online led Primary class this Saturday from 8.30am.
Ashtanga’s foundation is the tristhasana method, the breath, gaze and movement bringing improved focus, balance, clarity of mind and body and mind awareness. Led classes help to build on these 3 points of focus using simple cues throughout the class. Enough to guide you and deepen your practice, but with the space to still turn your focus inward.
To book in send me a message.
Uk time. Experience to marichasana C necessary. £10 to book.
12/07/2022
Tomorrow is a rest day, so see you on Thursday.
A gentle reminder to still check in and observe your breath throughout the day. Through the nose, with a slightly longer exhale (try 4 seconds in and 6 seconds out) for a calming focused breath. 🧘🏻
28/06/2022
Tomorrow is a Moonday so AYO will be closed. See you Thursday 🧘🏻♀️
15/06/2022
This Saturday join me for a counted, full primary led class on Zoom.
Traditional count with cues to build a strong foundation in your practice.
To book in send a message either on here or through the link in the bio.
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