Core Engagement Yoga Class

Saturday November 15th from 3pm-4:15pm

Core engagement is vital, not just for your Ashtanga Yoga practice, but also for maintaining good posture and promoting a healthy spine in your daily life. In this dynamic class, you’ll learn an accessible routine designed to tone your core muscles while discovering effective techniques to engage your core across various yoga asanas.

What to Expect:

  • Core Strengthening Routine: A series of easy-to-follow exercises that will help you build a strong foundation.

  • Techniques for Asanas: Gain a deeper understanding of how to properly engage your core in different poses, enhancing your overall practice.

  • Jump Through Breakdown: A step-by-step breakdown of the Ashtanga “jump through”, tailored to make this advanced movement approachable for everyone.

This class welcomes all levels, from beginners with no previous experience in Ashtanga Vinyasa to seasoned practitioners looking to refine their skills. Come ready to learn, strengthen, and connect with your core in a supportive environment!

Where: Ashtanga Yoga Monterey, 700 Cass St. Monterey

When: Saturday November 15th, 3pm-4:15pm, followed by a Chai social

Teacher: Vika Kolesov

Fee: $20 via Zelle (ashtangayogamonterey@gmail.com), Venmo to (Ed-Nobis or trigeeked@gmail.com), Cash, or Check to: Ashtanga Yoga Monterey
Workshop Questions: Please contact Vika (vika.kolesov@gmail.com)
Payment Questions: Please contact Ed at: ashtangayogamonterey@gmail.com

Past Events

Foundations of Ashtanga Series

Please join us for a 3-week journey into the fundamentals of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.
This series is designed for beginners and curious practitioners looking to build a strong foundation in breath, movement, and awareness.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45 PM at Ashtanga Yoga Monterey, 700 Cass St, Monterey
August 4th–25th | 7-Class Series
$120 for full series
Teacher: Patrick Bryan

In this series, you will:

  •  Learn foundational movements and alignment techniques

  •  Explore proper breathing (Ujjayi) and bandha engagement

  •  Get introduced to the Half Primary Series

  •  Build strength, balance, and flexibility

  •  Cultivate mindfulness and body awareness through breath-led movement

Whether you’re brand new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, this course will give you the tools to feel confident stepping into an Ashtanga class or establishing a home practice

Fee: $120
via Zelle (ashtangayogamonterey@gmail.com), Venmo (Ed-Nobis), Cash, or Check to: Ashtanga Yoga Monterey

Workshop Questions: Please contact Patrick (patrickbryanyoga@gmail.com) or Vika (vika.kolesov@gmail.com)
Payment Questions: Please contact Ed at: ashtangayogamonterey@gmail.com