ASHTANGA YOGA

Founded by SYC level 2 authorised teacher Nea Ferrier in 2014, we are the oldest Ashtanga Yoga shala in the GCC. We moved into our current home at Nilaya House in 2018.
 
We offer traditional Mysore-style classes Monday to Friday (6:30-9:30am), as well as weekend full primary led classes, and beginner guided classes (Tuesday & Thursdays 10:15am).
 
For more information about Ashtanga Yoga Dubai visit here or whatsapp 971 52 842 1601. 

ABOUT ASHTANGA YOGA

The Ashtanga yoga sequence is based on “vinyasa” – breath movement synchronisation. This warms the body, resulting in sweat, the removal of toxins and the purification of the body, mind and nervous system. Practitioners develop strength, flexibility, stamina and an overall sense of wellbeing.

Postures are taught sequentially allowing students to develop at a pace that is suitable to each individual. This makes it ideal for those new to yoga or those with specific physical/health conditions.

Ashtanga Yoga is powerful tool for self-transformation. It is suitable for all ages, body types and fitness levels. All that is needed is an open mind and enthusiasm to learn. The greatest benefits come with regular practice.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

ASHTANGA GUIDED (ALL LEVELS)

These 75 min sessions are ideal those who are either new to Ashtanga yoga or those with some experience wanting a guided class.

ASHTANGA YOGA MYSORE-STYLE CLASSES

In a Mysore class, students are taught the Ashtanga yoga sequence individually within a group setting. Postures are taught sequentially allowing the student to develop at a pace that is suitable for each individual.

The first session will last 30-40mins, gradually increasing to an hour or more. Suitable for all levels including complete beginners.
Students can attend at any time during the specified time period.

We recommend students attend a minimum of three Mysore classes a week. Drop-ins are not accepted except for out-of-town students.
Whatsapp 971 052 842 1601 to organise a FREE TRIAL CLASS.

FULL LED PRIMARY

Students are counted, using a traditional Sanskrit vinyasa count, through the Ashtanga Yoga primary series as a group.

ASHTANGA PRIMARY PLUS

Full led primary plus the beginning of intermediate series. Suitable for experienced practitioners only.

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TEACHERS

Nea Ferrier

Nea is a KPJAYI level II authorised teacher of Ashtanga Yoga and has been teaching Ashtanga Yoga since 2009. She has made eleven individual trips since 2006 to study at the Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) in Mysore. She was authorised in 2010 and during that year was one of the first people to assist Sharath Jois in the morning classes. She has attended two teacher courses through KPJAYI in 2010 and 2014. These courses are designed specifically for authorized/certified teachers to help them better understand the method of Ashtanga Yoga and how to teach appropriately.

Nea has been teaching yoga internationally for the last ten years. She started the first Mysore program in Nagoya Japan where she lived for two years from 2009-10. She has also taught in her home city of Sydney at Jois Yoga (2010-11) and has been a visiting guest teacher at Ashtanga Yoga shalas in Perth, Beijing, Tokyo, Osaka, Moscow, and Istanbul. She moved to Dubai in 2012 and founded Ashtanga Yoga Dubai in 2013.

Tonia Cheng

With a strong foundation in anatomy as it applies to asana and an insightful understanding of movement principles, Tonia approaches teaching with thoughtfulness, clarity, and compassion.

Her classes are informed by continual learning and personal experience, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for students of all levels.
A Yoga Alliance registered teacher, Tonia is also certified in pre-natal, post-natal, and restorative yoga, enabling her to meet the diverse needs of her students.

Aime MacDonald

Through her years of practice she has studied with a number senior authorised teachers and made several study trips to India. She has competed a 500-hr Yoga Alliance teacher training.

Aime enjoys sharing her love and enthusiasm for the practice with students and believes yoga should be accessible for practitioners of all levels and life stages.