Video: Ashtanga and Non-Linear Systems
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Looking to practice Ashtanga in the Washington, DC area? You’re in luck, as DC and Northern Virginia has a bounty of powerful, talented teachers… no wonder we have such an inspired (and inspiring!) community of practitioners. The following is a list of places that you can find mysore-style ashtanga vinyasa yoga: DC Ashtanga @ The Yoga Club3423 14th Street, NW WashingtonWho? Michael Joel Hall (me! kpjayi level 2 authorized) Why? A beautiful space, a lovely community. And –well– me. My approach is direct, collaborative, and encourages systems thinking and autonomy. Decidedly non-dogmatic, more interested in the pros and cons of approaches rather than the rights and wrongs. We do a good job. You’ll have to excuse me, as I’m biased, so we get to come first on…
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