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ASHTANGA YOGA
 can be learned in Portland
in many ways.

If you're new to yoga in general, start with our Hatha Yoga level 1 classes to learn some basic poses and breathwork.

There aren't really any "ashtanga poses." The system is a traditional practice using hatha yoga poses in a specific sequential order along with along with unique techniques of breathwork, visual focus and internal energy control (the bandhas).      

Our Vinyasa and Power Yoga classes offer students of all levels a chance to practice all of the poses of Ashtanga First and Second Series in an accessible manner.

In these mixed level classes newcomers (always welcome) get to see the next few steps along the progression of their own practice while doing modified versions of the poses where necessary.

For more on Portland ashtanga yoga options:

class descriptions

  • Ashtanga/Power Yoga with Denise Payne
    Every Monday and Friday at 5:30 pm. Join Denise for an exploration of the poses from the First through Fourth Series of the Ashtanga system as taught by Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. Each week it's a different mix including sun salutations, standing poses, arm balances, inversions and fun.

    These classes explore poses from the advanced series of the Ashtanga system in an approachable manner. Learn the vinyasas, breathwork and bandhas introduced to the west with the Ashtanga style of practice. Denise welcomes fit beginners to these classes. Come have fun with the practice -- we start with what you can do now and let the practice unfold gradually.

    Newcomers are encouraged to work on preparatory phases of the harder poses while more experienced yogis can focus on increased precision and alignment in the poses under Denise's guidance.
    Class Location: One Song

    Here's Denise in Ashtavakrasana from the Ashtanga Third Series practice:

    Ashtanga yoga in Portland, Oregon! Denise Payne is shown in an asana from the Ashtanga third series.
  • Easier Ashtanga based Classes
    Learn the system at a more moderate pace in our Vinyasa classes where we talk more about alignment, skip the series poses that some of us should put off for awhile and generally proceed at a more relaxed pace than in the Power Yoga classes.

    We offer nearly 20 vinyasa classes a week with a variety of inspiring teachers. These classes are great for both newcomers to the system as well as experienced ashtangis desiring a more moderately paced class than Denise's Power Yoga classes. The focus is on mastering the details and preparing you for a deeper practice.

    A vinyasa is simply a linking sequence coordinated with the breath that gets you from one pose to another. This gives a "flow" and continuity to the practice that is unique to the Vinyasa and Power Yoga styles derived from the Ashtanga system. The vinyasa offers a means of building upper body strength, a counter-pose to re-set the body and continuity of meditative focus. Warning: It's addictive.
    Location for classes: Yoga Bhoga



    Portland, Oregon Ashtanga: Amy Armstrong is shown in an asana from the Ashtanga opening sequence.

  • Noon and 3:30 pm Vinyasa classes with Lila Donnolo
    Lila teaches Vinyasa Yoga at Noon Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and at 3:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. These ashtanga-based classes emphasize deep controlled breathing (ujjayi pranayama), energetic locks (the bandhas), focused gaze (drishti) and flowing between poses (vinyasa).

    All levels are welcome and Lila offers an ever-changing mix of poses to explore. If you're new, she'll take good care of you and offer modifications and easier versions of the more advanced work. Come do what you can and work into the practice more deeply over time. Newcomers are always welcome.
    Class Location: Yoga Bhoga



    Denise in Kroukaschasana from the Ashtanga Advanced Series work.

  • 7:30 pm Vinyasa practice with Amy, Rae and Skylor
    Join us at 7:30 pm Monday through Friday nights for wild adventures. Amy Armstrong teaches Monday and Wednesday nights, Rae Minton takes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Skylor Powell finishes up the week on Fridays. Come have have a great time and deepen your practice.
    Class Location: Yoga Bhoga

  • Weekend Vinyasa practice with Skylor, Lila and Megham
    On the weekends we have energizing Vinyasa classes with Skylor Powell at 4:30 pm Saturdays and Lila Donnolo at 4:30 pm Sundays. The Saturday class is Vinyasa all the way while the Sunday class is a mix of Vinyasa practice and Acro Yoga. Meghan Maris teaches at 11 am Sundays. These teachers are experienced Ashtanga practitioners who are capable of guiding your practice to the next level.
    Class Location: Yoga Bhoga

    Ashtanga Yoga in Portland: Join us at Yoga Bhoga.

Two studios / one location for fun classes on Portland's Eastside:

YOGA BHOGA

1028 SE Water St. Suite 265   Portland, Oregon  97214 

503-241-5058

 

ONE SONG YOGA

1028 SE Water St. Suite 250    Portland, Oregon  97214 

503-241-5058



On the corner of Water and Taylor Streets    map to the studios 

 

For more details:     

yoga bhoga website    

one song website                                                    

Drop-ins always welcome!