A Schedule of Ashtanga Yoga Retreats, Workshops and Events led by Clayton Horton
This series of workshops covers everything from general Mysore practice to refining the basics of Primary Series to an Introduction of Second Series, to finessing specific postures and hands-on adjustments. A guided meditation and satsang are also included. For course details and registration, click here.
Click here to download a PDF version of the event flyer.
The Ashtanga Yoga School Amsterdam is happy to announce Clayton’s return in 2013 for a week of great teachings. He will offer the same program, a weekend workshop on Intermediate Series, and a week of Mysore practice with a Primary Series workshop.
For workshop details and registration, click here.
This workshop will explore the full Primary Series of Astanga yoga in detail, using the morning sessions to experience the extraordinary flow of this breathing practice, while the afternoon sessions will break down the series to analyze individual postures, in a playground format.
This is suitable for students of all levels, including beginners, who the desire to delve into the depths of the Primary Series.
For details about the workshop and registration information, click here.
This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series. Suitable for students of all levels who have an established and regular Yoga practice.
This 3-day series may be taken in its entirety or as individual sessions. It covers a range of materials, starting with the basics of Ashtanga Yoga, building up to the Primary Series, then leading to an Introduction of Intermediate Second Series. Techniques for alignment and core integration and the handling of particularly challenging postures will also be addressed.
For details and registration information, click here.
Please join Clayton for an All Levels Primary Series workshop in San Francisco. This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series.
This will be his only workshop in the Bay Area.
Cost: $35. To register, email info@greenpathyoga.org
Clayton returns to Moola in September for a week of Workshops and Masterclass Series in Helsinki. A Virgo Birthday Kirtan with Clayton and Tea will also be a highlight of the week at Moola. For more information: www.moola.fi
Ashtanga Primary Series Workshop with Clayton Horton
Sunday September 15, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, 35.Euros
Kirtan Chanting and Music at 6:00 pm, 15. Euros
Please join Clayton for an All Levels Primary Series workshop. This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series.
CLAYTON HORTON WORKSHOPS 10-16 FEBRUARY 2014 |
10-16 February 2014Clayton Horton will be back in Amsterdam early next year for another week of great teachings!This week with Clayton Horton in June has been amazing! So we’re happy to announce we’ll be offering the same program again early next year! We are very fortunate to have Clayton visiting us again in February, offering a whole weekend workshop on Intermediate Series, for those of you with a regular practice who feel ready to move further in their practice…! And of course, a week of mysore practice and a Primary Series workshop. Clayton is a direct student of Sri K P Jois and R Sharath Jois and he’s officially authorized to teach primary and intermediate series. His classes and workshops are always filled with interesting details on asana, philosophy, pranayama and meditation; he guides students progressively in their practice at the most appropriate level, helping to move them through the challenges they encounter in their practice; he helps teachers finding clarity and integrity in the practice & teaching of the astanga yoga system. He shares contagiously his dedication to astanga yoga with fun, lightness and with his amazing guitar!
FEBRUARY 2014 in AMSTERDAM with CLAYTON HORTON |
POLISHING THE JEWEL: Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga’s Primary Series in Detail
MARCH 9, 2014
Sunday from 9:00 am to 12:00 nn
Workshop Fee: PHP1,500.00
In this 180 minute workshop class, Level II Authorized Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Clayton Horton will give novice and experienced yoga students an opportunity to experience the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Primary Series in a relaxed and informative manner. Nuances and refinements in the various aspects of vinyasa, bandha, dristhi and yoga philosophy will be presented, with explanations on the activation and integration of the core muscular and energetic locks Mula Bandha and Uddiyana Bandha. Detailed breakdowns and modifications for the more challenging poses in the series such as Maricasana D, Bhujapidasana and Supta Kurmasana will also be provided, giving beginners and veterans alike access to further deepening and refining their practice.
The workshop will begin with a led class on Ashtanga Yoga’s Full Primary Series, followed by White Space’s first ever kirtan (call-and-response chanting) session with Clayton himself leading!
Slots for the workshop are limited, so sign up well in advance! Reach our front desk at +632.577.0345 or at +63917.577.0345 for inquiries and reservations.
ABOUT THE TEACHER: Clayton Horton has been studying yoga for over 24 years and teaching it for nearly 18 years. A student of Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois and Sharath Jois, he received Level I Authorization to teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga from the Krishna Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) of Mysore, South India in 2003 and achieved Level II Authorization in 2010. Clayton’s practice and teaching style is deeply rooted in the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga tradition and he firmly believes that “Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a complete and well-balanced system in which an experienced and skilled teacher can help any student ‘find their place’ within its structure regardless of individual challenges, aptitude and constitution.” Clayton is also the Director of Greenpath Yoga and regularly travels throughout America, Asia and Europe to conduct workshops, trainings and retreats.
Primary Series Workshop 11;00 – 2:00
This is an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series. Difficult postures such as Marichiasana. D, Bujapidasana & Supta Kurmasana will be broken down in detail. Activation and integration of Core musculature and energetic locks known as Mulabandha and Uddiyana Bandha will be explained.
Location: Weteringschans 53
About the Workshop |
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In this four-part workshop series, Clayton will present foundational aspects of breath, movement and attention which are central to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Clayton will break down the ‘jump back and jump through’ transitions as well as giving modifications for the more challenging postures of the Primary Series. Back bending and finishing postures will be explained in detail. A Question and Answer Session will follow the evening sessions. This workshop will be beneficial to both new and experienced students who wish to know more about Ashtanga Yoga.Taught in English with Mandarin interpretation. |
Schedule & Description |
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Session I: 25 April (Sat): 10:30am – 1:00pm FOUNDATIONS OF ASHTANGA In this workshop, we will explore the fundamentals and details of correct breathing, sun salutations and all of the standing poses. Examples and tools for working on the jump back and jump through of the Ashtanga Vinyasa breath movement system will be covered in detail. Opening and closing mantras will be explained and chanted together with guided relaxation at the end.Session II: 25 April (Sat): 2:00pm – 4:30pm PRIMARY SERIES PART ONE In this session we will explore the fundamentals of breath, sun salutations, drishti (gazing points) and we will break down in detail the first half of the primary series and the finishing postures. Foundations of technique and alignment will be discussed; modifications will be addressed where necessary.KIRTAN DEVOTIONAL CHANTING 18:00, FREESession III: 26 April (Sun): 10:30am – 1:00pm PRIMARY SEIRES PART TWO This morning session begins with some breathwork (pranayama) and a guided meditation, followed by a full primary series led class, focusing on details of the Second Half of the primary series. Technique and alignment of postures will be refined, allowing for efficiency of muscular force, correct breathing, and an increase in the flow of prana, our subtle, vital energy.Session IV: 26 April (Sun): 2:00pm – 4:30pm TAKING IT FURTHER This last session will focus on a review of essential elements of Ashtanga yoga such as breath movement efficiency and injury prevention with accent on back bending and an introduction to some of the accessible poses of the Intermediate (2nd) Series. Mysore Style Ashtanga will be explained and explored. The session will end with a restorative and refreshing Yoga Nidra session and short Kirtan. |
About the Workshop
In this four-part workshop series, Clayton will present foundational aspects of breath, movement and attention which are central to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Clayton will break down the ‘jump back and jump through’ transitions as well as giving modifications for the more challenging postures of the Primary Series. Back bending and finishing postures will be explained in detail. A Question and Answer Session will follow the evening sessions. This workshop will be beneficial to both new and experienced students who wish to know more about Ashtanga Yoga.
Schedule & Description
Session I: 8 August (Sat): 10:30am – 1:00pm
FOUNDATIONS OF ASHTANGA
In this workshop, we will explore the fundamentals and details of correct breathing, sun salutations and all of the standing poses. Examples and tools for working on the jump back and jump through of the Ashtanga Vinyasa breath movement system will be covered in detail. Opening and closing mantras will be explained and chanted together with guided relaxation at the end.
Session II: 8 August (Sat): 2:00pm – 4:30pm
PRIMARY SERIES PART ONE
In this session we will explore the fundamentals of breath, sun salutations, drishti (gazing points) and we will break down in detail the first half of the primary series and the finishing postures. Foundations of technique and alignment will be discussed; modifications will be addressed where necessary.
Session III: 9 August (Sun): 10:30am – 1:00pm
PRIMARY SERIES PART TWO
This morning session begins with some breathwork (pranayama) and a guided meditation, followed by a full primary series led class, focusing on details of the Second Half of the primary series. Technique and alignment of postures will be refined, allowing for efficiency of muscular force, correct breathing, and an increase in the flow of prana, our subtle, vital energy.
Session IV: 9 August (Sun): 2:00pm – 4:30pm
TAKING IT FURTHER
This last session will focus on a review of essential elements of Ashtanga yoga such as breath movement efficiency and injury prevention with an accent on back bending and an introduction to some of the accessible poses of the Intermediate (2nd) Series. Mysore Style Ashtanga will be explained and explored. The session will end with a restorative and refreshing Yoga Nidra session and short Kirtan.
Tuition
FULL WORKSHOP:
Ashtanga Weekend Workshop
8-9 August
Total 10.0 hours
Pure Cardholders Early-Bird 20% Discount: HK$ 1,824 (ends 20 July)
Regular Price: HK$ 2,280
INDIVIDUAL DROP-IN:
Ashtanga Weekend Workshop
8-9 August
Total 2.5 hours
Early-Bird 20% Discount: HK$570 (ends 20 July)
Regular Price: HK$712
Terms & Conditions
Photos and video may be taken from time to time on our premises by Pure employees, solely for Pure marketing purposes.
Early-Bird 20% Discount:
· Early-Bird Discount ends 20 July 2015. Please see above for listed prices.
Refunds/Cancellation:
· No refund or credit will be given for cancellation starting 20 July 2015.
· All refunds are subject to a 10% processing fee that will be deducted from your refund.
Special offer from Pure Apparel:
· 20% off all Pure Apparel retail products for all yoga event registrants on dates of the workshop
To register, please contact studio or see reception.
Hutchison House
3/f Hutchison House
10 Harcourt Road
Admiralty
Hong Kong
T +852 8105 5838
F +852 8105 5868
F +852 2971 0050
This series of workshops covers everything from general Mysore practice to refining the basics of Primary Series to an Introduction of Second Series, to finessing specific postures and hands-on adjustments. A guided meditation and satsang are also included. For course details and registration, click here.
Click here to download a PDF version of the event flyer.
The Ashtanga Yoga School Amsterdam is happy to announce Clayton’s return in 2013 for a week of great teachings. He will offer the same program, a weekend workshop on Intermediate Series, and a week of Mysore practice with a Primary Series workshop.
For workshop details and registration, click here.
This workshop will explore the full Primary Series of Astanga yoga in detail, using the morning sessions to experience the extraordinary flow of this breathing practice, while the afternoon sessions will break down the series to analyze individual postures, in a playground format.
This is suitable for students of all levels, including beginners, who the desire to delve into the depths of the Primary Series.
For details about the workshop and registration information, click here.
This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series. Suitable for students of all levels who have an established and regular Yoga practice.
This 3-day series may be taken in its entirety or as individual sessions. It covers a range of materials, starting with the basics of Ashtanga Yoga, building up to the Primary Series, then leading to an Introduction of Intermediate Second Series. Techniques for alignment and core integration and the handling of particularly challenging postures will also be addressed.
For details and registration information, click here.
Please join Clayton for an All Levels Primary Series workshop in San Francisco. This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series.
This will be his only workshop in the Bay Area.
Cost: $35. To register, email info@greenpathyoga.org
Clayton returns to Moola in September for a week of Workshops and Masterclass Series in Helsinki. A Virgo Birthday Kirtan with Clayton and Tea will also be a highlight of the week at Moola. For more information: www.moola.fi
Ashtanga Primary Series Workshop with Clayton Horton
Sunday September 15, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, 35.Euros
Kirtan Chanting and Music at 6:00 pm, 15. Euros
Please join Clayton for an All Levels Primary Series workshop. This workshop will be an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, mudras, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series.
CLAYTON HORTON WORKSHOPS 10-16 FEBRUARY 2014 |
10-16 February 2014Clayton Horton will be back in Amsterdam early next year for another week of great teachings!This week with Clayton Horton in June has been amazing! So we’re happy to announce we’ll be offering the same program again early next year! We are very fortunate to have Clayton visiting us again in February, offering a whole weekend workshop on Intermediate Series, for those of you with a regular practice who feel ready to move further in their practice…! And of course, a week of mysore practice and a Primary Series workshop. Clayton is a direct student of Sri K P Jois and R Sharath Jois and he’s officially authorized to teach primary and intermediate series. His classes and workshops are always filled with interesting details on asana, philosophy, pranayama and meditation; he guides students progressively in their practice at the most appropriate level, helping to move them through the challenges they encounter in their practice; he helps teachers finding clarity and integrity in the practice & teaching of the astanga yoga system. He shares contagiously his dedication to astanga yoga with fun, lightness and with his amazing guitar!
FEBRUARY 2014 in AMSTERDAM with CLAYTON HORTON
|
POLISHING THE JEWEL: Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga’s Primary Series in Detail
MARCH 9, 2014
Sunday from 9:00 am to 12:00 nn
Workshop Fee: PHP1,500.00
In this 180 minute workshop class, Level II Authorized Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Clayton Horton will give novice and experienced yoga students an opportunity to experience the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Primary Series in a relaxed and informative manner. Nuances and refinements in the various aspects of vinyasa, bandha, dristhi and yoga philosophy will be presented, with explanations on the activation and integration of the core muscular and energetic locks Mula Bandha and Uddiyana Bandha. Detailed breakdowns and modifications for the more challenging poses in the series such as Maricasana D, Bhujapidasana and Supta Kurmasana will also be provided, giving beginners and veterans alike access to further deepening and refining their practice.
The workshop will begin with a led class on Ashtanga Yoga’s Full Primary Series, followed by White Space’s first ever kirtan (call-and-response chanting) session with Clayton himself leading!
Slots for the workshop are limited, so sign up well in advance! Reach our front desk at +632.577.0345 or at +63917.577.0345 for inquiries and reservations.
ABOUT THE TEACHER: Clayton Horton has been studying yoga for over 24 years and teaching it for nearly 18 years. A student of Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois and Sharath Jois, he received Level I Authorization to teach Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga from the Krishna Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) of Mysore, South India in 2003 and achieved Level II Authorization in 2010. Clayton’s practice and teaching style is deeply rooted in the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga tradition and he firmly believes that “Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a complete and well-balanced system in which an experienced and skilled teacher can help any student ‘find their place’ within its structure regardless of individual challenges, aptitude and constitution.” Clayton is also the Director of Greenpath Yoga and regularly travels throughout America, Asia and Europe to conduct workshops, trainings and retreats.
Primary Series Workshop 11;00 – 2:00
This is an opportunity for students to experience the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga in a relaxed and informative manner. Aspects of vinyasa, dristhi, bandhas, and yoga philosophy will be presented. Modifications will be given for the more difficult poses in the Series. Difficult postures such as Marichiasana. D, Bujapidasana & Supta Kurmasana will be broken down in detail. Activation and integration of Core musculature and energetic locks known as Mulabandha and Uddiyana Bandha will be explained.
Location: Weteringschans 53
About the Workshop |
---|
In this four-part workshop series, Clayton will present foundational aspects of breath, movement and attention which are central to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Clayton will break down the ‘jump back and jump through’ transitions as well as giving modifications for the more challenging postures of the Primary Series. Back bending and finishing postures will be explained in detail. A Question and Answer Session will follow the evening sessions. This workshop will be beneficial to both new and experienced students who wish to know more about Ashtanga Yoga.Taught in English with Mandarin interpretation. |
Schedule & Description |
---|
Session I: 25 April (Sat): 10:30am – 1:00pm FOUNDATIONS OF ASHTANGA In this workshop, we will explore the fundamentals and details of correct breathing, sun salutations and all of the standing poses. Examples and tools for working on the jump back and jump through of the Ashtanga Vinyasa breath movement system will be covered in detail. Opening and closing mantras will be explained and chanted together with guided relaxation at the end.Session II: 25 April (Sat): 2:00pm – 4:30pm PRIMARY SERIES PART ONE In this session we will explore the fundamentals of breath, sun salutations, drishti (gazing points) and we will break down in detail the first half of the primary series and the finishing postures. Foundations of technique and alignment will be discussed; modifications will be addressed where necessary.KIRTAN DEVOTIONAL CHANTING 18:00, FREESession III: 26 April (Sun): 10:30am – 1:00pm PRIMARY SEIRES PART TWO This morning session begins with some breathwork (pranayama) and a guided meditation, followed by a full primary series led class, focusing on details of the Second Half of the primary series. Technique and alignment of postures will be refined, allowing for efficiency of muscular force, correct breathing, and an increase in the flow of prana, our subtle, vital energy.Session IV: 26 April (Sun): 2:00pm – 4:30pm TAKING IT FURTHER This last session will focus on a review of essential elements of Ashtanga yoga such as breath movement efficiency and injury prevention with accent on back bending and an introduction to some of the accessible poses of the Intermediate (2nd) Series. Mysore Style Ashtanga will be explained and explored. The session will end with a restorative and refreshing Yoga Nidra session and short Kirtan. |
About the Workshop
In this four-part workshop series, Clayton will present foundational aspects of breath, movement and attention which are central to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Clayton will break down the ‘jump back and jump through’ transitions as well as giving modifications for the more challenging postures of the Primary Series. Back bending and finishing postures will be explained in detail. A Question and Answer Session will follow the evening sessions. This workshop will be beneficial to both new and experienced students who wish to know more about Ashtanga Yoga.
Schedule & Description
Session I: 8 August (Sat): 10:30am – 1:00pm
FOUNDATIONS OF ASHTANGA
In this workshop, we will explore the fundamentals and details of correct breathing, sun salutations and all of the standing poses. Examples and tools for working on the jump back and jump through of the Ashtanga Vinyasa breath movement system will be covered in detail. Opening and closing mantras will be explained and chanted together with guided relaxation at the end.
Session II: 8 August (Sat): 2:00pm – 4:30pm
PRIMARY SERIES PART ONE
In this session we will explore the fundamentals of breath, sun salutations, drishti (gazing points) and we will break down in detail the first half of the primary series and the finishing postures. Foundations of technique and alignment will be discussed; modifications will be addressed where necessary.
Session III: 9 August (Sun): 10:30am – 1:00pm
PRIMARY SERIES PART TWO
This morning session begins with some breathwork (pranayama) and a guided meditation, followed by a full primary series led class, focusing on details of the Second Half of the primary series. Technique and alignment of postures will be refined, allowing for efficiency of muscular force, correct breathing, and an increase in the flow of prana, our subtle, vital energy.
Session IV: 9 August (Sun): 2:00pm – 4:30pm
TAKING IT FURTHER
This last session will focus on a review of essential elements of Ashtanga yoga such as breath movement efficiency and injury prevention with an accent on back bending and an introduction to some of the accessible poses of the Intermediate (2nd) Series. Mysore Style Ashtanga will be explained and explored. The session will end with a restorative and refreshing Yoga Nidra session and short Kirtan.
Tuition
FULL WORKSHOP:
Ashtanga Weekend Workshop
8-9 August
Total 10.0 hours
Pure Cardholders Early-Bird 20% Discount: HK$ 1,824 (ends 20 July)
Regular Price: HK$ 2,280
INDIVIDUAL DROP-IN:
Ashtanga Weekend Workshop
8-9 August
Total 2.5 hours
Early-Bird 20% Discount: HK$570 (ends 20 July)
Regular Price: HK$712
Terms & Conditions
Photos and video may be taken from time to time on our premises by Pure employees, solely for Pure marketing purposes.
Early-Bird 20% Discount:
· Early-Bird Discount ends 20 July 2015. Please see above for listed prices.
Refunds/Cancellation:
· No refund or credit will be given for cancellation starting 20 July 2015.
· All refunds are subject to a 10% processing fee that will be deducted from your refund.
Special offer from Pure Apparel:
· 20% off all Pure Apparel retail products for all yoga event registrants on dates of the workshop
To register, please contact studio or see reception.
Hutchison House
3/f Hutchison House
10 Harcourt Road
Admiralty
Hong Kong
T +852 8105 5838
F +852 8105 5868
F +852 2971 0050