Ashtanga Foundations with Meri Takkinen

A single introductory session brings breathing, postures and core engagement together before you move on to regular beginner classes.

Come to the mat with curiosity for this one-day introduction to Ashtanga yoga in central Helsinki. Meri Takkinen guides the foundations of a dynamic practice in which deep breathing accompanies a sequence of yoga postures. You will explore how the breath and movement work together, including bandhas: the engagement of deep supporting muscles around the centre of the body. No previous yoga experience or particular level of fitness is required.

A 2.5-hour course covering Ashtanga’s principles and basic practices. Meri introduces breathing, dynamic posture sequences and the use of bandhas, with guidance for continuing in beginner-level classes afterwards.

The course costs 25 school credits: EUR 52 standard or EUR 46 for eligible concessions with proof. It takes place in the lower studio, reached through the courtyard at Annankatu 29B. Access instructions arrive with your registration confirmation. Contact info@astanga.fi if you need help booking.

• Meri Takkinen

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  Meri Takkinen has studied Ashtanga yoga since the early 2000s and teaches at Helsingin Astanga Joogakoulu.

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