Classes
Mysore Class
The foundation of the Ashtanga method is the Mysore Class. Regardless of age or ability, students in these classes practice and learn together under the guidance of one of our highly experienced teachers enriching the experience of all.
**Offered live and online
Led Primary Series
Offered once per week the Led Primary Series Class is a 90 minute class in which the teacher leads the students through the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga counting each viyasa in traditional Sanskrit.
This class is essential for Mysore students including those that are just starting out and have a shorter practice.
**Offered live and online
Chanting forSharathji
This class began after the passing of our beloved Guru, Sharathji. We chant some of his favorite works as well as Gurvashtakam and the Mrtyunjaya mantra. The second half of the class is devoted to Yoga Sutra and Bhagavad Gita.
Yoga Sutra
Students are taught to chant each sutra as well as its meanings and philosophy. Chanting is the traditional method used to memorise and internalise the meaning of Sanskrit texts.
Bhagavad Gita
Each of the 18 chapters of the Bhagavad Gita discusses one or other aspect of yoga. Classes work sequentially from chapter to chapter however, the Bhagavad Gita is an ocean of knowledge and new students can jump in at any place and immerse themselves in its divine words.
**In-person and on-line
Active Series
The Active Series of Ashtanga Yoga was created by Paramaguru Sharath Jois to make the method of Ashtanga easily accessible to all yoga students. The Active Series has the same benefits as traditional Ashtanga yoga employing simple postures and breathing that help to release unwanted tension, while strengthening and aligning the body and mind.
The Intro to Active Series employs both the Led and Self Practice method. Students are taught the poses step by step and also encouraged to memorise the sequence allowing them to tune into their own pace and breath. It is a beautiful and rewarding method allowing each student to work to their own potential and gain the most benefit possible from yoga practice.
**Only offered in person.
Moon Days
No yoga classes at Jois Yoga on the following Moon days:
Pūrṇimā = Full Moon
Amāvāsyā = New Moon
2025 Moon Days
Thu Feb 27 Amāvāsyā
Thu Mar 13 Pūrṇimā
Fri Mar 28 Amāvāsyā
Sat April 12 Pūrṇimā
Sun Apr 27 Amāvāsyā
Mon May 12 Pūrṇimā
Mon May 26 Amāvāsyā
Tue Jun 10 Pūrṇimā
Tue Jun 24 Amāvāsyā
Thu Jul 10 Gurupūrṇimā
Thu 24 Jul Amāvāsyā
Fri Aug 8 Pūrṇimā
Fri Aug 22 Amāvāsyā
Sat Sep 6 Pūrṇimā
Sun Sep 21 Amāvāsyā
Mon Oct 6 Pūrṇimā
Tue Oct 21 Amāvāsyā
Wed Nov 5 Pūrṇimā
Wed Nov 19 Amāvāsyā
Thu Dec 4 Pūrṇimā
Fri Dec 19 Amāvāsyā
Why Moon Days in Ashtanga Yoga?
Traditionally the āsana and prāṇāyāma portions of Ashtanga Yoga were not practiced on Full or New Moon days. These are days when the position of the Sun and Moon are in alignment with the earth causing a stronger gravitational pull along a single axis. Energetically these are good days to rest and when āsana practice is done daily, the extra rest day is helpful for restoration and reflection.
Why do our Moon Days Sometimes Seem a Day Early? We follow the calculation system based on the lunar calendar used in South India. This system also calculates the beginning of the day from sunrise, not from midnight. Hence, if the Full or New Moon occurs after midnight but before sunrise it will still be considered to have occurred on the previous calendar day. For example, if the Full Moon occurs at 3am on a Tuesday, since it is before sunrise it is considered as occurring the previous day, Monday.
Our moon days come from the following online source where you can input your location to find the timing of the moon day for your own area: www.mypanchang.com
