Practices
Ashtanga yoga - Mysore style
Mysore style is a self-paced yoga practice within a group setting, and one of the best ways to begin your journey with Ashtanga yoga. Beginners are always welcome!
The teacher introduces each student individually to the sequence and adds new postures once the previous ones are learned. This way, every practitioner receives personal guidance and hands-on adjustments tailored to their needs and abilities.
Mysore classes are suitable for everyone – from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. They offer individual attention, help develop discipline, and allow you to build your practice at your own rhythm. If you have any physical limitations or injuries, the teacher will provide safe and effective modifications.
During the class, we follow our own breath, gradually deepening focus and enhancing the meditative aspect of the practice. This makes the Mysore style unique – at the same time independent and deeply supportive.
You can join at any time during the given time window, as long as you complete your practice before the end of the session.
Morning classes: 6:30–9:30 (entry between 6:30 and 8:00).
Evening classes: start at 17:30, latest entry 18:30.
Mysore classes are held on weekdays, except on new and full moon days.
Ashtanga yoga – Led class
The led class is a group practice in which all practitioners move in sync, and the teacher leads, counting the vinyasas in Sanskrit. This helps us to learn and perform the vinyasas correctly in the practice, to breathe properly and to get acquainted with the names of the poses. It is desirable that everyone be 10-15 minutes earlier so that the practice can start on time.
These classes are not suitable for beginners.
It is necessary to know and practice Half Primary (up to Navasana). Traditionally, in we practice only the poses that are given to us by the teacher in the Mysore classes. This is not the time to try new poses, as we risk injury. If we do a shorter part of the serie, we stop until our last pose before the backbanding and wait for the final part to join again.
The led practice is every last Sunday of the month at 11:15 and includes the Full Primary. You must register the night before.
Пилатес
Pilates is a movement system built around control, concentration, breathing and precision. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, the method combines strength, mobility, balance and coordination.
In Mat Pilates, we use the body’s own weight to develop deep strength and greater control over movement. Particular attention is given to the core, spine, pelvis and shoulders, with the aim of building stability without losing mobility and ease of movement.
Each exercise is performed with attention to breathing, precision and quality of movement, rather than the number of repetitions. Over time, the practice can improve strength, posture, coordination, balance and body awareness.
Mat Pilates is suitable for all levels — both for those who are new to mindful movement and for practitioners looking to complement their yoga practice with a different approach to strength and control.
Yoga stretching and mobility
Yoga stretching and mobility is a practice focused on developing mobility, flexibility and quality of movement in the body.
Through yoga asanas, movement and stretching techniques, we will explore different areas of the body, with a focus on the spine, shoulders, hips and legs. The practice aims to gradually expand the range of movement while creating greater ease and comfort in the body.
The approach is mindful and adapted to each person’s individual abilities. You do not need to be flexible or able to perform any particular asanas — the practice is suitable for all levels.
Yoga stretching and mobility is for anyone who wants to develop flexibility, move with greater ease and deepen their awareness of the body.
Pranayama & Meditation
Pranayama & Meditation is a practice dedicated to conscious breathing, concentration, and gradually cultivating a calmer and more focused mind.
Through different breathing techniques, we explore the relationship between breath, body and mind, developing our ability to direct attention inward. The practice includes preparatory exercises, pranayama and meditation, gradually cultivating a deeper sense of presence, concentration and inner steadiness.
Some sessions will include Japa meditation — a practice of repeating a mantra, using the sound and rhythm of repetition as an anchor for concentration. These practices are inspired by the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the traditional yogic approach to working with the mind and attention.
The practice draws on Zornitsa’s knowledge and experience from her pranayama training with Vinay Kumar at PranaVashya Yoga Shala in Mysore, India.
Each session may have a different focus — from the foundations of breath awareness and concentration to more structured pranayama techniques, Japa and meditation practices.
The practice is suitable for all levels and no previous experience with pranayama or meditation is required.
Ashtanga Basics
Ashtanga Basics is a 60-minute guided class suitable for beginners or practitioners who wish to have a lighter, more mindful practice that day.
It’s the perfect way to take your first steps into Ashtanga yoga or to deepen your understanding of the foundations of the method.
The class moves at a slower pace and includes a shorter portion of the Primary Series, with a focus on clear explanations, correct alignment, and the connection between breath and movement. The teacher guides you through each posture and transition, helping you build a stable and safe base for your future self-practice.
This class is ideal for both complete beginners and regular practitioners looking for a gentler session or a chance to refine their technique.
If you are considering joining the Mysore program, Ashtanga Basics is an excellent place to start.
