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You can break down this stuff three ways: work, play, and deliberate practice. For my dear friend @livelyogini & I, we wanted to take some of the time we've spent with deliberate practice of the Ashtanga methods D.C. and utilize its skills differently, in a form of play.
@antoninaletunovskaya gave us a contortion/acrobatic private, and we got to P L A Y-- and it was SO MUCH FUN. As a student of integrative studies at George Mason, I developed a taste for knitting together and leaning into different and often disparate fields of study and especially their experts.
It was such a great experience-- Antonia is an absolute gem. At 29 and 34, Maggie and I get to say we did something we've never done. Luckily, as teachers of Ashtanga Yoga, we're in the business of believing the impossible is possible.
Fun is fun, and play is play. Good practice requires deliberate attention.
Let your practice let you play!
A rare peek inside the mysore room. Are you interested in going further in your yoga practice? Working one-on-one with a teacher is an incomparable experience. Go further, go deeper. What do you want to work on? Reach out michael@michaeljoelhall.com
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make friends—
add
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other! ps: who did
i miss?? thanks:
#eatondc
@roarborealis
@korikam
@esh421
@emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart
in imagethanks: #eatondc @roarborealis @korikam @esh421 @emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart make friends—add each other! ps: who did i miss??
thanks: #eatondc @roarborealis @korikam @esh421 @emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart make friends- add each other! ps: who did i miss??
2020
@ashtanganashville
@mikeybs345 @livelyogini
in image@ashtanganashville @ashleybs345 @livelyogini
Class Schedule
Start time
Mon April 20, 2020
7:00 am
8:30 am
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Maggie Lively (2)
Becca Mayer
@ashtonganashville
@mikeybs34
@livelyogini
Mike Stefani
Winston Harrison
Aerin Higginbotham
Cory Bryant
Cancelled Today
On Demand Yoga
Classes Always Available
Rates as low as $10
in imageOn Demand Yoga Classes Always Available Rates as low as $10 LINK IN BIO Sivananda Yoga Practice (one hour video) A new video for all tiers! Have you been interested in sampling a a different yoga school? There are so many wonderful and effective schools and practices for attaining yogic states. Today, I share one of my favorites: Sivananda Yoga. Whats in here? About Ashtanga Shining Skull Breath Alternate Nostril Breat
On Demand Yoga Classes Always Available Salutations Rates as low as $10
Leg Stretches
Leg Lifts
Dolphin/Headstand
Shoulderstand/candlestick
Cobra
One Legged Bow
Bow
Sage Marichiy Pose A (one legged squat + fold)
Sage Marichiy Pose C (one legged squat + twist)
Garland Pose A (two legged squat)
Tree
Triangle
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in imageFolks newer to practice are encouraged to arrive after 9:30 and before 10. Those with familiarity are welcome arrive at a time that suits them best. In order to register for class, please visit theyoga.club and create an acccount. DATE Sep 17 2022. TIME 9:00 am - 11:00 am. LOCATION The Yoga Club 1418 14th ST NW. CATEGORY Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga
Michael Joel Hall
Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Teacher & Coach
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2023
11 months after wrist ❤️‍🩹,
my body whispered “come play,
it’s safe.” And I did. And it was. (gosh, @theyoga.club is beautiful.)
in image11 months after wrist 🩸, my body whispered "come play, it's safe." And I did. And it was.
11 months after wrist 🩸, my body whispered "come play, it's safe." And I did. And it was. (gosh, @theyoga.club is beautiful.)
🌟 We are looking for 19 seasoned Ashtangis who want to dive headlong into the system wide study of Ashtanga Yoga with an eye toward cultivating the ability to communicate (i.e., teach) it to others. 🔥

Our purpose is two-fold:

1️⃣ Facilitate a deep understanding of Ashtanga Yoga as a holistic system for personal, spiritual, and communal growth. 🌱✨

2️⃣ Equip you with the essential communication tools to convey the practice to yourself and others effectively. 🗣️💫

Check the link in my bio to learn more!!
in imageWe are looking for 19 seasoned Ashtangis who want to dive headlong into the system wide study of Ashtanga Yoga with an eye toward cultivating the ability to communicate (i.e., teach) it to others. Our purpose is to: • facilitate a deep understanding of Ashtanga Yoga as a holistic system for personal, spiritual and communal growth; and
adjustments
self-care practices
philosophy & history
ethics

Teaching yoga is a responsibility and a privilege that we take seriously. We each come to the table with decades of experience and a passion for supporting anyone and everyone who is ready and willing to dedicate themselves to this path. Those that entrust us with their precious time and
Mentorship: Included in this offering is a MENTORSHIP opportunity to spend one week with us in our home shala diving deeper and more personally into the aspects of teaching upon which you desire to focus. Investment:
@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 🤴
Sex sells.
(that workshop sold out)
Stoked to bring it to @birminghamyoga
in imageSex sells. (that workshop sold out) Stoked to bring it to @birminghamyoga Happy Hips Kali Yoga 3.10 /2-4p @michaeljoelhall
Sex sells. (that workshop sold out) Stoked to bring it to @birminghamyoga Happy Hips Kali Yoga 3.10 /2-4p
@mimiriegeryoga
10 years— wow wow wow.
So fun to be a part of this crew’s learning journey. (Also— @yogaheightsdc is so cute)
in image@mimiriegeryoga 10 years– wow wow wow. So fun to be a part of this crew's learning journey. (Also– @yogaheightsdc is so cute)
2024
in imagelarugayoga I will tell you, after years of doing Bhekāsana, I never feel like I get the chest high enough, hahaha.
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But with that said, is it wrong to strive for it? Why not? As I reach for growth in any pursuit, I might miss, and I might fail, but at least I strive for something beyond what I am capable of in this moment. It's not for everybody, and that's okay. As long as there is grace and acceptance for where I am now, I can still reach for the stars. ✨ ✨ ✨
in imageon my primary series journey
"sans ardha buddha padmottanasana oops"
much gratitude to @michaeljoelhall (& @ashtanga.tech for everything off the mat!)
guys, clock those little orange circles. If you've ever practiced on this kind of mat, 1) you know how impressive this is 2) you may be entitled to compensation
on my primary series journey 🤫🪷
*sans ardha baddha padmottanasana oops*
much gratitude to @michaeljoelhall (& @ashtanga.tech for everything off the mat!)
Ashtanga Yoga is a system of yoga.

A system is a dynamic network of components that interact to produce specific outcomes. It includes:

1. Elements: The individual parts that make up the system.
2. Interconnections: The relationships and interactions between the elements.
3. Function or Purpose: The goal the system aims to achieve.

Systems exhibit lifelike qualities, even if they consist of nonliving elements. These characteristics include:

• Self-Organization: Systems can arrange themselves into orderly patterns without external direction.
• Self-Repair: Systems can mend themselves when disrupted within certain limits.
• Resilience: Systems can withstand shocks and continue functioning.
• Evolution: Systems can give rise to entirely new systems through innovation and adaptation.
in imageSystems often exist within these larger systems
And there is a dynamic and adaptive nature to
Self repair where systems can mend themselves w
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
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
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
thank you @jochetroche — youre always so supportive ❤️
in imageGo and read my dear @michaeljoelhall he has posted really good reflections on yoga
The modern yoga teacher training industry has shifted away from tea
michaeljoelhall
thank you @jochetroche — youre always so supportive ❤️
Go and read my dear @michaeljoelhall he has posted really good reflections on yoga
learning, self reflection, and personal growth. I
michaeljoelhall
thank you @jochetroche — youre always so supportive 🧡
Are you ready to explore the life of a yoga contractor? 🌟 Discover the unique balance of freedom and responsibility in the yoga industry. As a contractor, you get to choose when, where, and how often you teach, giving you unparalleled creative control. Yet, with this autonomy comes the challenge of missing out on traditional benefits like health insurance and paid leave. The secret to success is in financial planning and understanding deductions. Join us in unpacking these insights and learn how yoga professionals can navigate these waters. #YogaContractor #FreedomAndResponsibility #YogaCareer
in imageWHEN AND HOW OFTEN
Contractors miss health insurance and paid leave. MAYBE AREN'T
YOGA STUDIOS,
2025
I spy @theyoga.club ‘s own @mikematspace with one of my fave Internet educators— IRL
in imageI spy @theyoga.club 's own @mikematspace with one of my fave Internet educators—IRL
Now, that doesn't change as
I spy @theyoga.club 's own @mikematspace with one of my fave Internet educators—IRL
in imageDaily dose of misfit medicine 💊
Secret Yoga Club
Mysore magic thanks to @michaeljoelhall @theyoga.club
Just what jefe needed after a 6hr flight and 4hrs of sleep 💀
Secret Yoga Club
Mysore magic thanks to @michaeljoelhall @theyoga.club
Just what jefe needed after a 6hr flight and 4hrs of sleep 💀
Daily dose of misfit medicine 💊
Do you like my charts?

These are from my videos about balancing subjectivity and objectivity as practitioners/teachers of Ashtanga Yoga to grow in your practice(s).

I’ll include a download in my newsletter on Friday.
in imageAshtanga Assessment Guide
Posture Sequencing Matters
Learning specific postures in a defined sequence aids practice development.
Ashtanga Assessment Guide
Posture Sequencing Matters
Learning specific postures in a defined sequence aids practice development.
Teacher as Cartographer
Instructors read and interpret visible markers of your progress.
Recognize Body Shifts
Teachers observe and note subtle yet significant physical adjustments.
Do you like my charts?

These are from my videos about balancing subjectivity and objectivity as practitioners/teachers of Ashtanga Yoga to grow in your practice(s).

I’ll include a download in my newsletter on Friday.
in imageInner experience matters
Personal awareness enhances yoga practice, guiding your movements and breath.
Balanced Ashtanga Practice
Objective judgment counts
External feedback from teachers helps clarify and improve your practice.
Balanced Ashtanga Practice
Constructive critique essential
Receiving feedback from teachers refines your alignment and technique effectively.
Embrace personal growth
Each session offers unique insights into your evolving physical and mental state.
Maintain self-awareness
Being attuned to your body fosters deeper connections in your practice.
Inner experience matters
Personal awareness enhances yoga practice, guiding your movements and breath.
Objective judgment counts
External feedback from teachers helps clarify and improve your practice.
Suerte de tener a mis amigos. 🌴
dc >> playa
playa >> dc
in imagedc >> playa playa >> dc
Suerte de tener a mis amigos.
Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma
Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
dc >> playa playa >> dc Suerte de tener a mis amigos. Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
Whistleblowers are often shunned. Luckily for us, it’s actually a good sign of a toxic group. When the priority is protecting the group and not the members of the group, there’s a problem. And it’s an easy one to spot!

Manipulation comes in all kinds of forms— intellectual, emotional, professional.

Look for shunning and a lack of respect for nonmembers. Looks for discrediting. If an organization lacks transparency and accountability, it’s likely toxic.
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Threats for Leaving vs Respect for Departure
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potential friction points in
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Threats for Leaving vs Respect for Departure
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discussed, you're going to
potential friction points in
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Threats for Leaving vs Respect for Departure
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paranoia and Conflict in Yoga Communities
I haven’t had time for 26 + 2 in months and months but I always have time for this.
in imageI haven't had time for 26 + 2 in months and months but I always have time for this.

None of this is normal.

THE SYSTEMATIC DISMANTLING OF DEMOCRACY STANDS IN DIRECT OPPOSITION TO THE YOGIC ETHICS OF AHIMSA (NON-VIOLENCE), SATYA (TRUTH-TELLING), ASTEYA (NON-STEALING), BRAHMACHARYA (RIGHT USE OF ENERGY), AND APARIGRAHA (NON-HOARDING). WE ARE HERE, WE LOVE YOU, AND WE ARE NOT GOING ANYWHERE.
I haven't had time for 26 + 2 in months and months but I always have time for this. None of this is normal. THE SYSTEMATIC DISMANTLING OF DEMOCRACY STANDS IN DIRECT OPPOSITION TO THE YOGIC ETHICS OF AHIMSA (NON-VIOLENCE), SATYA (TRUTH-TELLING), ASTEYA (NON-STEALING), BRAHMACHARYA (RIGHT USE OF ENERGY), AND APARIGRAHA (NON-HOARDING). WE ARE HERE, WE LOVE YOU, AND WE ARE NOT GOING ANYWHERE.
but this one was actually me this AM. Thanks for doing the chant with me @electric_cool_aid !
in imageWhen you've an hour into Mysore & someone decides to do the chant outloud. but this one was actually me this AM. Thanks for doing the chant with me @electric_cool_aid!