ASHTANGA IMMERSION

Practice • Method • Philosophy

1–3 September 2026
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Samma Karuna Yoga School

3-Day Immersion | Maximum 10 Students

Early Bird: 5,400 THB until 25 August
Regular: 6,000 THB

Special Taster Class: Saturday, August 29th at 9:30AM 250THB

Free Demo: Monday, August 31st at 1:30PM

Step Into the Ashtanga Method

This 3-day immersion offers a clear and grounded introduction to the foundations of traditional Ashtanga Yoga.

Through daily practice, pranayama, philosophy, anatomy, and alignment, you will explore not only how to practice Ashtanga, but also why the method is structured the way it is.

The immersion combines the discipline and repetition of the Ashtanga system with an intelligent and mindful approach to the body. You will learn how to work with breath, movement, gaze, alignment, and modifications so that your practice can develop with greater awareness and sustainability.

Whether you are completely new to Ashtanga or already have an established yoga practice, these three days are designed to help you understand the method from the inside out.

What You Will Explore

Practice — Primary Series

Each morning begins with a 2-hour Ashtanga practice in a Led / Mysore-inspired format, giving you the opportunity to experience the Primary Series while receiving guidance and individual support.

You will explore:

• The structure of the Primary Series
• Vinyasa and breath coordination
• Drishti (gaze)
• The role of repetition and consistency
• How to approach the practice with discipline without force
• Modifications that allow the practice to adapt to your body

Pranayama & Breath Awareness

The physical practice is supported by dedicated pranayama sessions, helping you develop greater awareness of the relationship between breath, movement, concentration, and inner experience.

 Philosophy

Yoga is more than asana.

Through daily philosophy sessions, we will explore the philosophical roots of yoga and the deeper purpose of practice, including how yoga can become a way of living rather than something limited to the mat.

Topics include:

• The foundations of yogic philosophy
• The purpose and discipline of practice
• Yoga as a spiritual path
• Integrating yogic principles into everyday life
• The relationship between practice, awareness, and transformation

Anatomy & Alignment

Understanding your body is essential for developing a sustainable practice.

You will explore:

• Stability and mobility in asana
• Working safely with the hips, hamstrings, and lower back
• Practical alignment principles
• Common challenges within the Primary Series
• Intelligent modifications and adaptations
• How individual anatomy influences the way we experience postures

Two postures from the Primary Series will also be studied in greater depth, allowing you to understand their mechanics and explore how to approach challenging asanas progressively.

We will also introduce the subtle and energetic body, expanding the understanding of yoga beyond purely physical anatomy.

THE 3 DAYS

DAY 1 — Understanding the Ashtanga Method

We begin by understanding the architecture of the practice and what makes Ashtanga distinct from other approaches to yoga.

You will explore:

• What makes Ashtanga different from other yoga styles
• Vinyasa, breath and drishti
• The structure and logic of the sequence
• The role of repetition and discipline
• How consistency becomes a tool for transformation

The first day creates a strong foundation, helping you understand the method before going deeper into the practice.

DAY 2 — Body Mechanics

The second day brings greater attention to the body and how it moves within the Ashtanga system.

We will explore:

• Stability and mobility
• Hips, hamstrings and lower back
• Alignment and injury prevention
• Individual anatomy
• Modifications and adaptations
• Working intelligently with challenging postures
• An introduction to the subtle and energetic body

Two postures from the Primary Series will be examined in depth, giving you practical tools to approach your own practice with greater understanding.

DAY 3 — The Philosophical Spine of Yoga

On the final day, we move beyond physical technique and explore the deeper dimension of yoga.

We will look at:

• Yoga beyond asana
• Pranayama, mudra and mantra
• The philosophical roots of yoga
• The purpose of sustained practice
• Yoga as a spiritual path
• Bringing the principles of practice into everyday life

The intention is to connect the physical discipline of Ashtanga with the deeper purpose of yoga.

DAILY SCHEDULE

WHO IS THIS IMMERSION FOR?

This immersion is for you if:

• You are new to Ashtanga and want a clear, safe and grounded introduction
• You already practice yoga and want to explore Ashtanga beyond fast-paced Vinyasa
• You want a deeper understanding of breath, alignment and awareness
• You want to understand your body and learn appropriate modifications
• You are looking for a practice that develops discipline without aggression
• You want to explore yoga as both a physical and spiritual practice

No previous experience with Ashtanga is required.

A willingness to practice, learn and explore is enough.

WHAT YOU WILL TAKE AWAY

By the end of the three days, you will have a clearer understanding of:

• The structure and principles of the Ashtanga method
• How breath, movement and drishti work together
• How to approach the Primary Series safely
• How to adapt postures to your individual body
• The relationship between anatomy and practice
• The role of pranayama and concentration
• The philosophical foundations behind yoga practice
• How to develop a more consistent and sustainable personal practice

Most importantly, you will begin to understand that yoga is not only something we do on the mat — it is a way of relating to the body, breath, mind and life itself.

You will leave with practical tools, greater confidence, and a foundation from which you can continue exploring Ashtanga in your own practice.

MEET YOUR TEACHER

Sri Iyer

Sri Iyer is a dedicated Mysore Ashtanga practitioner and teacher from India who has committed the past five years to the path of Yoga.

She has studied and practiced with renowned teachers across India and internationally, continually deepening his understanding of the traditional Ashtanga method.

Growing up in a culture where yoga has been deeply woven into the fabric of life, Sri’s approach is rooted in tradition while remaining curious, evolving, and deeply personal.

She is passionate about sharing Ashtanga in a way that honours its traditional roots while making the practice accessible, meaningful and alive for each individual.

ASHTANGA IMMERSION

1–3 September 2026
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Bird: 5,400 THB until 25 August
Regular: 6,000 THB

Limited to 10 students

Come explore the practice, understand the method, and discover the philosophy that gives Ashtanga its depth.

» To book the course you will pay a non-transferable, non-refundable deposit (10% of the course price), and the rest should be paid in cash before the course starts.