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Class 4: Seated Poses

Take a moment to appreciate the dedication within yourself for continuing along your Ashtanga journey!

In this class, we continue to the next step of the Vinyasa: the seated postures. These poses calm the nervous system and add heat and fire to the body. They also cleanse and detox the body by squeezing out toxins and increasing the digestive fire.

We hold these postures for several breaths, so you are welcome (and encouraged!) to use any props that help you relax while in the pose. Rest your arms on yoga blocks or place blankets under your knee or ankle. As with all of the classes in this series, take your time and repeat! During this time, find what works and feels best in your body so you can graduate to the next class with confidence in your abilities, wherever they may be!

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Deepika’s Bio

In 1997, Deepika’s life was forever changed by a near-death rock climbing accident. Doctors told her she would never walk again. Not one to allow obstacles to deter her spirit and enthusiasm for life, Deepika sought alternative approaches and methods of physical and emotional healing including meditation, pranayama, and yoga. She began her yoga journey with Sivananda Yoga, which eventually led her to Ashtanga Yoga.

Since that time, Deepika has traveled around the world studying with various masters such as Richard Freeman, Dena Kingsberg, Prem Carlisi, Lino Miele, and Rolf Naujokat. She is currently learning Ashtanga’s Advanced A Series with Sharath Jois, who is the Director of the Ashtanga Yoga Institute.

Deepika lives in Mumbai, India where she teaches regularly. She also travels the world with her husband, Mark Robberds, spreading the magic of Ashtanga to the world.