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2014
in imagefather's day
mysore 9-12
mysore 9-12
2018
It takes
a village. @holly.yogs.lightly
a village. @holly.yogs.lightly
2019
@WHITCHERIE
in imageAs per my teacher's request.... #dcashtanga @michaeljoelhall @dcashtanga
2020
align & flow vinyasa at 9.
room opens at 8:45.
get on it.
room opens at 8:45.
get on it.
in imagealign & flow vinyasa at 9. room opens at 8:45. get on it. link in
in imageBlack Lives Matter Metta (loving kindness) Meditation
ashtanganashville
ashtanganashville
Catch
a
Sweet
Sweaty
Vinyasa Monday
11
zoom
link in bio
a
Sweet
Sweaty
Vinyasa Monday
11
zoom
link in bio
in imageMy Black and Brown Yoga Story
themomomethod_
themomomethod_
bootscoot & boogie
in imagebootscoot & boogie
sped up 20x
20!
bootscoot & boogie
in imagebootscoot & boogie
DIWALI IS THE SPIRTITUAL CELEBRATION OF:
VICTORY OF LIGHT OVER DARKNESS,
GOOD OVER EVIL,
KNOWLEDGE OVER IGNORANCE"
VICTORY OF LIGHT OVER DARKNESS,
GOOD OVER EVIL,
KNOWLEDGE OVER IGNORANCE"
in imageDIWALI IS THE SPIRTITUAL CELEBRATION OF: VICTORY OF LIGHT OVER DARKNESS, GOOD OVER EVIL. KNOWLEDGE OVER IGNORANCE" Happy Diwali
2021
in imageHABITS: THIS IS THE WAY #3
makegoboom
makegoboom
“It doesn’t feel like it’s getting any closer,” she says. “Work with gravity— that’s good stuff, “ I say. watch the face. That eyeroll.
in imageThe struggle continues... But that's not why I'm posting this video
The struggle continues... / But that's not why I'm posting this video / watch the face. That eyeroll. / "Work with gravity— that's good stuff, " I say. / "It doesn
The struggle continues... / But that's not why I'm posting this video / watch the face. That eyeroll. / "Work with gravity— that's good stuff, " I say. / "It doesn
she feelin herself ya know
Feelin like a proud
yogi bear rn
yogi bear rn
in imageJUST A CELEBRATORY POST OF MY PRACTICE BECAUSE I FINISHED ASHATANGA PRIMARY SERIES AFTER ABOUT 2 YEARS 😁 THANK YOU TO MY TEACHER @MICHAELJOELHALL
Feelin like a proud yogi bear rn
Feelin like a proud yogi bear rn
2022
in imageRETURNING THE FAVOR TO @MICHAELJOELHALL
THIS TRACK CAPTURES HOW I FEEL WHEN RELEASING A BACKBEND 🤣
THIS TRACK CAPTURES HOW I FEEL WHEN RELEASING A BACKBEND 🤣
Friday 7/29
Led Primary,
with music.
7:30-9a
Sign up at theyoga.club
Led Primary,
with music.
7:30-9a
Sign up at theyoga.club
2023
not working.
in imageyuval_on_hands
in imageAND SPEND MO
BUT BREAKING FREE OF THE CYCLE OF AVOIDANCE CAN
BUT BREAKING FREE OF THE CYCLE OF AVOIDANCE CAN
in imageLet's discuss: Might Could
landontalks
landontalks
in imageINTO A HANDSTAND
Total weight X distance ON THIS SIDE OF YOUR HAND
Total weight X distance ON THIS SIDE OF YOUR HAND
@magiccityyogi
in imageAre you working on catching these days, sir? You told me you wanted to 🤦
Yoga AMA
Are you working on catching these days, sir? You told me you wanted to 🤴
Yoga AMA
Are you working on catching these days, sir? You told me you wanted to 🤴
in imagethat our perception helps to shape our reality
annualnathaniel
annualnathaniel
in imageInsight from my yoga teacher @michaeljoelhall
WOULDN'T IT BE AMAZING IF THE MINUTE THAT WE
michaeljoelhall
Insight from my yoga teacher @michaeljoelhall
INTERVENTION IN OUR YOGA PRACTICE, ALL OF THE BENEFIT OF THAT
WOULDN'T IT BE AMAZING IF THE MINUTE THAT WE
michaeljoelhall
Insight from my yoga teacher @michaeljoelhall
INTERVENTION IN OUR YOGA PRACTICE, ALL OF THE BENEFIT OF THAT
in imageyou think ashtanga yoga is too hard and rigid to try
2024
in imagetheyoga.club
so, let’s talk bones
in imageso, let's talk bones
BONE ANATOMY
MUSCOSKELETAL SYSTEM
INTRO
ashtanga.tech
BONES
so, let's talk bones
BONE ANATOMY
MUSCOSKELETAL SYSTEM
INTRO
BONES
BONE ANATOMY
MUSCOSKELETAL SYSTEM
INTRO
ashtanga.tech
BONES
so, let's talk bones
BONE ANATOMY
MUSCOSKELETAL SYSTEM
INTRO
BONES
in imageUtthitha Trikonasana a
ashtanga.tech
ashtanga.tech
in imageAsana Foundation
Pose Categories &
Families Intro
Introduction
ashtanga.tech
Pose Categories &
Families Intro
Introduction
ashtanga.tech
in imageUttitha Trikonasana B Options
feet about one arm's distance
Pivot the legs, square off, and bring your block down to
feet about one arm's distance
Pivot the legs, square off, and bring your block down to
I love sharing yoga and I think it shows. Here’s a peek in at a private coaching session with @mikematspace at @theyoga.club — We’re doing a study on shoulder movements that will enhance backbends, twists and binds. I didn’t wanna blow up his spot here, but I thought I looked extra muppety so I had to share.
These sessions are super fun —
You can book a session with me from michaeljoelhall.com — it’s very straightforward 🙂
These sessions are super fun —
You can book a session with me from michaeljoelhall.com — it’s very straightforward 🙂
in imageStage 1: Crippling fear
I LOVE THIS
Step 3: Bargaining
I LOVE THIS
I LOVE THIS
Step 3: Bargaining
I LOVE THIS
in imagecc: @lizzoouli @diary.of.a.yogi @judydcz @mikematspace
Here are some of my current favorite lower back strengthening and compression strategies and their intended application.
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
Here are some of my current favorite lower back strengthening and compression strategies and their intended application.
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
Here are some of my current favorite lower back strengthening and compression strategies and their intended application.
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
As always, reach out if you want some in person or virtual coaching— or find me in the mysore room @theyoga.club
Doing the impossible is a matter of breaking it down into possible pieces, with a dash of faith and patience.
Here are some additional handstands and Compression Drills/ Strategies for Intermediate Series.
Join @ashtanga.tech and me for an immersive intermediate series intensive. Explore the path to personal mastery with us in Nashville at @yogashalanashville ! This isn’t about hierarchy; it’s about individual growth and mastery. Let’s journey together towards personal excellence on the mat. See you there! 🌟
Here are some additional handstands and Compression Drills/ Strategies for Intermediate Series.
Join @ashtanga.tech and me for an immersive intermediate series intensive. Explore the path to personal mastery with us in Nashville at @yogashalanashville ! This isn’t about hierarchy; it’s about individual growth and mastery. Let’s journey together towards personal excellence on the mat. See you there! 🌟
This is really excellent
in imageMOST OF US HAVE A DISCONNECT BETWEEN
This is really excellent
IT DOESN'T FEEL IT.
This is really excellent
IT DOESN'T FEEL IT.
my favorite meditation teacher right now (goenka’s dead and im all jeff warren’ed out).
Go follow @coryyoga
Go follow @coryyoga
in imageWELL, BECAUSE AS
so,
coryyoga
my favorite meditation teacher right now (goenka's dead and im all jeff warren'ed out).
Go follow @coryyoga
so,
coryyoga
my favorite meditation teacher right now (goenka's dead and im all jeff warren'ed out).
Go follow @coryyoga
join us in Nashville
Intermediate Intensive
June 14-16
Intermediate Intensive
June 14-16
in imageIntermediate Intensive June 14-16
together and they all have
join us in Nashville
This weekend!!
Intermediate Intensive June 14-16
in the areas where they know
join us in Nashville
This weekend!!
together and they all have
join us in Nashville
This weekend!!
Intermediate Intensive June 14-16
in the areas where they know
join us in Nashville
This weekend!!
meditation coaching with Cory
in imageSO SITTING LONGER IS NOT NECESSARILY BETTER.
WHEN IT COMES TO MEDITATION IT'S
WHEN IT COMES TO MEDITATION IT'S
in imageFREE THERAPY
HOW TO BE A GOOD COMMUNITY MEMBER
therapy right now so I'm
FREE THERAPY
HOW TO BE A GOOD COMMUNITY MEMBER
all the time.
HOW TO BE A GOOD COMMUNITY MEMBER
therapy right now so I'm
FREE THERAPY
HOW TO BE A GOOD COMMUNITY MEMBER
all the time.
I miss my friends so much 🥲
in imageWhat do you do when a yoga posture stirs you up?
I can honestly say I've tried it all and this where I am today
I can honestly say I've tried it all and this where I am today
in imageDON'T
TRY TOO
TRY TOO
in imageOKAY, SO REVIEWING THE FIVE STEPS TO MAKING YOUR ASANA
FIRST STEP, CONSCIOUSLY CHOOSE THE POWER
FIRST STEP, CONSCIOUSLY CHOOSE THE POWER
Transitions Playground
Saturday after Mysore
Saturday after Mysore
The modern yoga industry has shifted away from teaching a practice that once ecnouraged and even required ongoing learning, self-reflection, and personal growth. Instead, the commercial interests have been prioritized over genuine education. This shift has left both students and teachers navigating a system that often exploits their desire to learn and grow. Nowhere is this tension more evident than in the yoga teacher training system, which, while serving as a lifeline for the industry, has become deeply flawed.
Read the rest at michaeljoelhall.com
Read the rest at michaeljoelhall.com
in imageThe modern yoga teacher training industry has shifted away from teaching a practice that at one time requi
education like this shift is both li
to learn and you know, grow.
Nowhere is this tension more evident than in the yoga teac
education like this shift is both li
to learn and you know, grow.
Nowhere is this tension more evident than in the yoga teac
Meanwhile, back at the office.
@mikematspace just keeps evolving and wow this a blessing to get to be a part of.
@mikematspace just keeps evolving and wow this a blessing to get to be a part of.
in imageIN
markrobberds
markrobberds
This this this
in imageI intentionally practice on a non-grippy mat
I'm building strong hands, wrists, fingers, forearms, feet, & ankles
I'm building strong hands, wrists, fingers, forearms, feet, & ankles
Backbending strategies. Heres 3 minutes on developing a better understanding of how to position the body and how to work end range strength.
in imagethe foundation forward while
And I can feel the asymmetry
pick that foot up a bit.
And I can feel the asymmetry
pick that foot up a bit.
in imagemikematspace
in imageyogaexperiencesafrica and theyoga.club
in imageHow can yoga teachers learn business strategies from exotic dancers? I'M GLAD YOU ASKED.
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
AN UNUSUAL, BUT
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
AN UNUSUAL, BUT
in imageHow can the yoga industry sustainably rebuild post – COVID?
OH, MAN.
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
EXPOSED LONG
michaeljoelhall
OH, MAN.
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
EXPOSED LONG
michaeljoelhall
Have you ever wondered why community-based yoga studios are disappearing? In this compelling video, we delve into the transformation of yoga from soulful sanctuaries into profit-driven entities. Discover how corporate takeovers disrupted the essence of independent studios, turning authentic experiences into commercial products. Learn how to preserve the heart and soul of yoga in modern spaces and avoid repeating past mistakes. We explore the importance of authenticity, personal connections, and maintaining a non-toxic environment. #YogaCommunity #AuthenticityMatters #YogaTransformation
in imageSANCTUARIES FOR
ESSENCE.
CONNECTIONS THAT
ESSENCE.
CONNECTIONS THAT
2025
in imagedrmvoiceandyoga
Ashtanga yoga acts as a powerful ally in confronting our deepest cognitive biases and illuminating a path towards clear perception. 🌟 More at the blog.
in imageBREATH AND ASANA UNLOCK SELF – AWARENESS
UNLOCK SELF
BEYOND OUR OWN
UNLOCK SELF
BEYOND OUR OWN
in imageClear Cognitive Lenses with Yoga
PATH TO CLEAR
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
COGNITIVE BIASES
PATH TO CLEAR
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
COGNITIVE BIASES
in imageEmpowering Yoga Teachers: A New Collective
AFTRA, HAS LONG
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
HAVE WORKED IN THE
AFTRA, HAS LONG
MICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
HAVE WORKED IN THE
The bigger picture: everything’s interconnected. Get into it.
in imagePLACE IN THE LARGER
IMPROVING YOUR YOGA
COMMUNITY UNDERSTANDING CREATES SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENTS. TOGETHER.
IMPROVING YOUR YOGA
COMMUNITY UNDERSTANDING CREATES SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENTS. TOGETHER.
Belief Systems and Limitations
in imageLIMITATIONS.
OUR ACTIONS CREATE
OUR ACTIONS CREATE
Practice pratyahara and you're going to get insight into your thoughts and emotions.
in imagePratyahara heightens awareness.
HEIGHTENED
APPRECIATION.
HEIGHTENED
APPRECIATION.
Student Teacher Dynamics in 2025.
in imageMICHAEL JOEL HALL
2025, IT EXISTS
SEQUENCING OR
IS GONNA BALANCE
2025, IT EXISTS
SEQUENCING OR
IS GONNA BALANCE
We're more connected than many realize. Be careful not to get bogged down in the muck of celebrity.
in imageMICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
SPACE, FOCUSING ON
COMMUNITY ISN'T
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
SPACE, FOCUSING ON
COMMUNITY ISN'T
Get real. No space can be a safe spaces for all people. But we can have safe spaces. Read the room.
in imageABOUT WHAT THE
ASHTANGA'S FUTURE
ASHTANGA'S FUTURE
some backbending ideas for your practice.
Select postures from 2nd 1/2 of 2nd series
w/ a chair
w/ a chair
in imageMICHAEL JOEL HALL
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
PAST CONTROVERSIES
AUTHORITATIVELY AND
Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Shala Director, and Founder
PAST CONTROVERSIES
AUTHORITATIVELY AND
in imageAND FRANKLY, OUR
❤️❤️ meanwhile, at the yoga club
in imageA couple of good reps in at The Yoga Club
meanwhile, at the yoga club ❤️❤️
meanwhile, at the yoga club ❤️❤️
meanwhile, at the yoga club ❤️❤️
meanwhile, at the yoga club ❤️❤️
in imagetell you why.
It's because your brain is currently jacked up on dopamine not from the
It's because your brain is currently jacked up on dopamine not from the
in imageashtangayoga_one_and_homeyoga_shala
ashtangayoga_one and oneyoga_shala
ashtangayoga_one and oneyoga_shala
so much recipricol joy in watching my peoples journies
What does it mean to have an internal landscape? Ashtanga emphasizes the inner experience.
More over on my youtube.
More over on my youtube.
in imageInternal Experience in Ashtanga Yoga
• Emphasis on internal experience over external instruction
• Talking vs. Doing
• Understanding through practice
• Emphasis on internal experience over external instruction
• Talking vs. Doing
• Understanding through practice
praxis:
theory in practice
theory in practice
in imageThanks to @michaeljoelhall for the back strengthening prep
praxis: theory in practice
praxis: theory in practice
in imageof the notion that the body is a linear mechanical object.
If I input this and this I get this result.
In order to effectively work with and connect with your body you have to
If I input this and this I get this result.
In order to effectively work with and connect with your body you have to
in imageTHE PERFECT PHRASE
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!
BUT ALSO HAVE
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!
MAKE YOUR VOICE
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!
BUT ALSO HAVE
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!
MAKE YOUR VOICE
Practice Tip:
LET GO OF EXPECTATIONS!