🌟 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🌟 In today’s special episode, I sit down with Shawna Krueger for an in-depth conversation that takes you on a journey through my life and the rich history of Ashtanga Yoga. From the early days of practicing in parks and having the police show up in 1969, to becoming one of the world’s foremost Ashtanga teachers, this episode is packed with stories that will make you laugh, reflect, and maybe even leave you shocked! We dive into my first impression of Ashtanga, being there when Pattabhi Jois arrived in the U.S., and the wild experience of driving from Texas to Costa Rica THREE times to make a yoga and surf movie. But it doesn't stop...
Wellness magazine interviewed me for this article. I hope you enjoy it! Ashtanga Yoga Productions has become a beacon for those seeking transformation, balance, and resilience through the practice of yoga. This article dives into the heart of their mission—connecting modern yoga enthusiasts with the timeless discipline of Ashtanga. At its core, Ashtanga Yoga Productions is about more than just physical practice. It’s a journey into self-discovery and inner strength. They’ve created a space where both beginners and seasoned practitioners can deepen their understanding of this ancient discipline while embracing its adaptability in today’s fast-paced world. The organization offers a variety of tools and resources, from classes and workshops to online content, ensuring accessibility for everyone. They aim to strip...
2024 is roaring to a close, and 2025 is knocking on the door. Regardless of whether this past year has been good to you or presented significant challenges, it is fading, just like the seasons giving way to the unknown future filled with new possibilities. I will be doing less travel/teaching next year. However, I have a few events planned in fun places that will be posted soon. My new book is nearly completed after its long journey and is almost ready to be released into the wild. In January, I’ll share more exciting details. Take good care of yourself. Hug family, friends, and the ones you love, and maybe even a few folks that you are not that fond...
As we edge closer to the end of 2024, there is much to reflect upon. The world is in a deep state of change with the upheavals of war, political angst, and an extremely divided nation. In addition, I have lost dear friends and teachers like Nancy Gilgoff, whom I have known since I was 16 and looked up to as a teacher, dear friend, and pioneer of Ashtanga in the West. Rolf Naujokat was a well-known and well-loved Ashtanga teacher and practitioner who lived and taught in Goa, India, for decades. Pattabhi Jois’s grandson Sharath, whom I have known since he was 6 when I met him on my first trip to Mysore in 1977 and watched him grow...
October found me in Frankfurt and Bratislava following the Mysore On Maui event. It’s been a busy few months, but all the events were well-received, filled with smiling faces and energized participants. In early November, I head back across the pond to offer a London Weekend Workshop and a 50-hour Next Level Teacher Training. It is the first time that I will be offering the 50-hour Next Level Training. It is sure to be a fun event packed with Sanskrit Counting for Primary Series, adjustments for Half Intermediate, Philosophy, and Pranayama. I will return home after London and offer an Austin Weekend Workshop as the year's final event. Looking ahead, I am excited to announce that the release of my new book is nearing! Sign...
