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There are two ways to start:
1 -Beginner Ashtanga Yoga Course for true beginners, 4 week course requires pre-registration.

2 - Week Intro Special for $20.00, for students familiar with Ashtanga Yoga, to come check out our Mysore program.  Continuing with the Mysore program, after the week intro, requires a commitment of one-month with a minimum attendance of 3-times per week. Payment is due on the first day of practice. Please email Shanna@TheYogaShala.org or call 407-506-7735 to register

PLEASE NOTE: We do not have classes on New and Full Moon days.  Click HERE for Moon days.

General Recommendations:

- Inform instructor if you are pregnant, or have any conditions or injuries.

-Practice with an empty stomach.

- Hydrate before and after practice, but do not drink water during practice and no water in the shala during practice.

- When the room gets busy please be kind and move your mat over to make space for other students.

- If the teacher is busy, please wait for them to come over to you to help you, remind you of postures, give you new postures, or assist in drop backs (if applicable). 

-If you have questions stand at the front of your mat and your teacher will come to you. 

- No need to stretch before or after practice; you will get all you need during practice.

- Try to refrain from carrying on a conversation with other students in the practice room; wait until after practice to connect with other like minded yogi’s ;) when in the practice room try to direct your focus on your yoga practice.

- No need to ever get off your mat to do certain postures – the entire practice can and should be done on your mat.

- Come to class with clean, light clothing suitable for indoor physical activity. Bring a towel with you if you sweat a lot. Avoid wearing jewelry and watches. And please, avoid wearing perfume, creams or oils. We like it "au naturel"

- Try to practice even if you don't have the energy or the time to do the whole sequence; A little practice is a lot better than none.

- If you are limited time wise, cut your practice shorter so you don't have to rush and give yourself ample time to do the whole finishing sequence.

-Don't be afraid to sweat profusely. It is part of the cleansing and purifying process.

-Don't be afraid to feel tired and experience difficulties. Direct your attention on the breathing and don't aim for external perfection as you do the asanas (postures). Observe the movements of the mind without implication or judgment. Ask yourself how it feels and smile often.

Mysore style practice:
-Mysore style is the very best way to learn Ashtanga yoga as it keeps your attention centered and turned inward rather than toward an external crutch (aka. 'Teacher').   It also empowers you, gives you independence as you memorize the sequence, and helps you create the habit of daily practice.

-For the Mysore system to work you need to commit to practicing at least 3 times per week in order to build upon the previous sessions and imprint the sequence in the body. This is why we don't allow occasional drop-ins. You do…or you don't!

-Yoga practice is very similar to gardening: To grow well the human plant requires daily love and attention. Changes are so slow and subtle they are barely noticeable. A strong foundation in the internal principles (breathing, bandhas and drishtis) are the roots that give strength and grace to the practice. Finally, when all the preparatory work is done, the gardener sits back and watches the plant grow on it 's own...

-Treat your body as you would a friend: with respect and care. Put on your adventurer cap, open your mind's eye and explore your inner landscape. Listen for the silence behind the experience.

In a nutshell :
1. Have fun.
2. Slow down.
3. Breathe consciously.

See you on your mat!

Krista, Maureen, Shanna, Stacey, Claire, Monica, Heather, and Candice