Mysore Style:
Students learn and practice an enlightened approach to ashtanga vinyasa yoga.
Specific attention is given to the refinement of the practice through the development of appropriate vinyasa, slow deep breathing (consistent with the directions of yogic teachings), physical and mental stability and the experience of enjoyment throughout the practice. Students gradually work towards (integrating or incorporating) the shadanga of the system.
Suitable adjustments may be given to improve alignment and symmetry in the asana. No one will be pushed beyond their capacity. Even if you have studied this tradition for some time, you will become more refined and complete in your knowledge and execution of these practices. Various elements of the practice, often neglected or deleted these days have been maintained intact through FPYK teachings.
Recommendations for:
Students of ashtanga yoga who are looking to improve and refine their practice in a manner consistent with the higher aims of this system;
Those who are experiencing difficulties with their practice and who may require additional, specific opening movements and alterations;
Those who are looking to experience ashtanga yoga and practice for personal refinements with higher ideals (free of certain rigid ideas, mimicry and misconceptions occurring in some contemporary ashtanga approaches);
Enthusiastic students looking to undertake teacher training programs;
Anyone can practice Kendra Style, irrespective of age, sex, background or level of experience.
Such as those with certain physical limitations or injuries;
Students who have not practiced for some time;
Students wishing to perfect their asana practice.
Advanced students looking to practice asanas not available in ashtanga vinyasa system;
Students preparing for the ashtanga vinyasa practice. Those who are looking to acquire teaching skills;
For those who want to become free from the blind following of the system and realizing the purpose of the system.
Kendra Style:
This is an individualistic, approachable, non-vinyasa method of yoga practice based on "Natha Yoga" Sampradaya (Hatha). In this comprehensive style, students are instructed according to their individual nature and stage of practice- their programs being constructed and modified according to their capacity and aspirations.
Kendra Style begins with simple asanas, easily achievable, to create a sense of confidence and enjoyment. Gradually, asanas will be added as the student progresses from basic to more advanced or challenging asanas.
In Kendra style, pranayama is taught simultaneously in order to assist the student to acquire a systematic breathing technique with which to practice asanas and to increase lung capacity. In time, students will be introduced to the classic pranayamas.
In both styles, the students will be encouraged to:
Adopt an intelligent approach in learning and practicing, cultivating open mindedness. Explore and integrate all dimensions of yoga - the eight-limbed path. Develop internal energy and acquire strength overcoming weakness, instability and fatigue.
Enjoy their practice. Learn and grow according to their own capacity, gain self-knowledge, and value and respect themselves as unique individuals. Exercise zeal and courage in their practice.
NO ONE WILL BE PUSHED BEYOND HIS OR HER LIMITS.NO ONE WILL BE FORCED TO DO WHAT HE OR SHE IS NOT READY FOR.(Although all students will be supported and advised to penetrate deep into their asana practice and gradually move beyond their limitations).