Classical yoga, as defined by Patanjali, is an eight-stage process of spiritual development - the eight limbs of yoga. The first two are ethical and moral disciplines (yamas and nyamas); the third and fourth are postures (asanas) and breathing (pranayama); the last four stages are meditative stages learning to control the senses, concentrate, meditate and feel enlightened.

Ashtanga Yoga is a system of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. 

This method of yoga involves synchronising the breath with a progressive series of postures (asanas) which produces an intense internal heat, a heavy sweat which detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.

Ashtanga Yoga is one of the more physically demanding forms of yoga but each individual exercises within their own personal levels of ability so anyone can do it, whatever their level of fitness or experience.

Camilla Campbell Yoga will carefully guide you through the standing postures, the Primary Series and the finishing sequence until you are comfortable to join the Mysore Self Practice classes in the morning and move through the sequence at your own pace but with guidance and assistance.

If you are a complete beginner to Ashtanga Yoga, we recommend you join the Beginners Course to familiarise yourself with the asanas (postures).