📿 Ashtanga Foundations 🧱
8 April 2028 •
08:45 - 10:00
Ivan 🧘🏻♂️
Ivan, a dedicated yoga instructor from Switzerland, brings a deep love for yoga philosophy and history into every aspect of his teaching. Currently pursuing studies in South Asian Studies at the University of Lausanne (UNIL)—with a focus on Sanskrit, Hindi, Buddhism, and Hinduism—he continuously enriches his understanding of the cultural and spiritual roots of yoga.
Ivan teaches a variety of styles including Yin Yoga, Yin Yang Yoga, Hip Mobility Yoga, and Yoga for Beginners (Soft Yoga). His classes are known for their mindful pacing, accessibility, and grounding energy. He is especially passionate about making yoga inclusive and approachable, offering a safe space for students of all levels to reconnect with their bodies and breath.
He regularly leads thematic Yin Yoga sessions enhanced with Sound Baths, creating immersive experiences that blend movement, stillness, and vibration. Ivan also organizes insightful workshops on yoga philosophy and history, inviting students to explore yoga beyond the physical practice and into its deeper meanings.
Description
Discover the foundations of Ashtanga Yoga 🌞 in a welcoming and accessible environment. Rooted in a traditional sequence of postures synchronized with the breath 🌬️, this practice helps develop strength 💪, flexibility 🤸, balance ⚖️, concentration 🧠, and stamina 🔥.
Each class includes:
✨ Gentle warm-ups to prepare the body
✨ Traditional Ashtanga-inspired sequences
✨ Breath-synchronized movement 🌬️
✨ Sanskrit names of the postures 🕉️
✨ Final relaxation to integrate the practice 😌
These sessions are designed to help you:
🌟 Build strength and stability
🌟 Improve flexibility and mobility
🌟 Develop focus and discipline
🌟 Deepen your understanding of traditional yoga
🌟 Cultivate a calm and steady mind
Rather than following the complete traditional Primary Series, we will explore selected sections and themes of the Ashtanga system, making the practice accessible and sustainable for a wide range of students.
🗣️ Classes are taught in both English and French, with the names of the postures given in Sanskrit.
👥 Suitable for practitioners with some yoga experience as well as curious beginners wishing to discover Ashtanga Yoga in a progressive way.
🙏 Experienced Ashtanga practitioners are welcome, but those looking for a full traditional Primary Series or a highly advanced practice may find the pace and structure gentler than expected. This class offers an opportunity to revisit the foundations, refine alignment, and enjoy a less intense practice.
📲 Don't forget to join our WhatsApp group! Just send a message to Ivan: 076 449 77 54
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www.yogicspirits.com/guidelines
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