Join Flo Sheffield for a workshop that dives deep into the Ashtanga Primary series. We will start with a brief discussion about the practice and its history, as well as basics of the primary series specifically. Class will then move into the asana, physical practice where you will then be guided through the entire primary series; stopping along the way to explore and break down some of the elusive poses. Of course making these poses not so elusive!

Meet Flo:

"I believe strongly in the power of yoga. After trauma I found myself seeking for ways to heal. I initially started my yoga practice with vinyasa and eventually found my way to Ashtanga Yoga.

I have had an on-again off-again relationship with Ashtanga Yoga since 2007. The practice forced me to see things about myself I wasn't entirely ready to see. I wasn't ready when Ashtanga initially showed up in my life; and I would bounce between Vinyasa classes and Ashtanga classes for many years until Taylor Hunt's workshop. During this time I was struggling with getting and staying Sober. After multiple relapses I made the decision to do whatever it took to get Sober and that included building an Ashtanga Practice. During this time I gained so much clarity and focus, as well as a healthier body and mind. I slowly changed the course of my life; literally Ashtanga Yoga saved my life.

I have continued to study and practice with Taylor multiple times a year to ensure continued growth on and off my mat. I have completed multiple Ashtanga intensives, workshops and attended the 1st Ashtanga & Addiction Forum under Taylor's teaching; and I am incredibly grateful for his guidance through Ashtanga and sobriety. I also completed an apprenticeship with Balance Yoga during 2016-2018 to learn how to teach in a Mysore setting and taught as part of the Mysore program during this time. I have branched out to create our own Ashtanga community on the south side of Atlanta and it is a beautiful growing community.

I have also studied with senior ashtanga teachers: Shartha Jois Tour 2016, Tim Feldmann, Kino MacGregor, David Keil, David Swenson, David Garrigues, David Robson, Laruga Glaser.

My hope is to help others through the combined power of Ashtanga and recovery."

Some vinyasa experience is suggested.

Postures can and will be modified for injuries and limitations.

Bring: yourself, mat and a positive mind and enthusiasm!