Ashtanga Yoga - The Primary Series
In the Ashtanga Yoga tradition, the breath and body move as one. This classical path harnesses the power of the postures to reveal the pure awareness, freedom, and depth of all that is yoga. With this app, experience an in-depth exploration of Ashtanga’s classic Primary Series of postures as renowned teacher Richard Freeman demonstrates the continuous, dynamic flow and special breathing techniques that characterize this form of yoga. Freeman takes you through each posture with expert precision, and accompanies each with a clear explanation and discussion of alignment and form.
Learn More About:
- Ashtanga Yoga’s specific union of breath, alignment, and flow
- Developing strength, flexibility, and self-observation
- Igniting your “inner fire” and vitality
- Nearly 70 postures appropriate for students of all levels
With the Ashtanga Yoga: The Primary Series app, join a modern master as he uses both metaphor and movement to teach postures that will awaken your nervous system to its natural vital state.
The Ashtanga Yoga: The Primary Series app features:
- A study of Ashtanga yoga’s classic postures with Richard Freeman (1 hour, 10 minutes of video)
- A bonus interview transcription of “Living Yoga,” an in-depth conversation with Richard Freeman
- A bonus audio excerpt from Richard Freeman’s Yoga Chants
- A relaxing slide show
- An interactive vine garden to enjoy while listening (iPad only)
- Bookmarking to help you easily find your favorite content
About the Author
Richard Freeman has studied and lived for nearly nine years in India and Asia, and is an avid student of Sanskrit and both Western and Eastern philosophy. He incorporates various traditions into the Ashtanga Yoga practice taught by his principal teacher, K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. His background includes Bhakti and traditional Hatha Yoga in India, Sufism in Iran, Zen and Vipassana Buddhist practice, and a deep study of Iyengar Yoga. Richard Freeman lives with his family in Boulder, Colorado, where he is the director of the Yoga Workshop.