Laruga YOGA – Authorized Level II – Ashtanga Yoga Teacher

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ASHTANGA YOGA IN THE TRADITION OF

Sri K. Pattabhi Jois

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ASHTANGA YOGA

IN THE TRADITION OF

Sri K. Pattabhi Jois

Laruga Glaser

Offering Ashtanga Mysore Classes in the Heart of Stockholm, Sweden

I extend the transformative practice of Ashtanga Yoga for people of of ALL backgrounds and levels of experience. Meeting each individual where they are today, I share my dedication and love of practice to those inspired and willing. Together we come to our mats expecting nothing and in turn experiencing everything.

Mysore Practice Schedule

“Yoga, as a way of life and a philosophy, can be practiced by anyone with inclination to undertake it, for yoga belongs to humanity as a whole. It is not the property of any one group or any one individual, but can be followed by any and all, in any corner of the globe, regardless of class, creed or religion.”

– Sri K. Pattabhi Jois

Upcoming Workshops

Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Retreat – Canguu, Bali

13 – 19 June 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Weekend Workshop – Hong Kong

26 – 28 June 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Cesme, Turkey

30 August – 4 September 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Salento, Italy

5 – 12 September 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Mallorca, Spain

19 – 26 September 2020

Complete Schedule

Upcoming Retreats

Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Retreat – Canguu, Bali

13 – 19 June 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Cesme, Turkey

30 August – 4 September 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Salento, Italy

5 – 12 September 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Mallorca, Spain

19 – 26 September 2020

Ashtanga Yoga Retreat – Mykonos, Greece

8 – 13 October 2020

Schedule Overview

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“If we practice the science of yoga, which is useful to the entire human community and which yields happiness both here and hereafter – if we practice it without fail, we will then attain physical, mental and spiritual happiness, and our minds will flood towards the Self.”

– Sri K. Pattabhi Jois

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Kapotāsana 🕊 Ashtanga Intermediate Series . S

Kapotāsana 🕊
Ashtanga Intermediate Series
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Step by Step
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Kapotāsana is one of the highlights of Intermediate series in that it may take time and patience to deconstruct and develop—finding ease and integrity in the pose.
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Though Kapotāsana looks to demand flexibility, I see it equally as a strength position. In that strength is an essential part of sustainability in such a deep opening. If one simply relies on flexibility alone it could do more harm than good in the long run. That is why the awareness of creating strength, space and support is an important part of releasing into the depth of the backbend.
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In the steps demonstrated I am working the techniques alone. However, there may be stages where students are being guided by a teacher. Adjustments should always be given with the added technique that has been learned prior.
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One thing you will notice is the importance of centering the pelvis over the legs as much as possible when entering the pose as well as keeping the head away from the floor while working toward the feet. This ensures we are strong enough to bear the depth to enter Kapotāsana. If one cannot hold their body weight appropriately then they may not be ready to go that deep.
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1. Hips forward, arms extended backward, head relaxed. Hold—while drawing navel in and lifting the pelvic floor.
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2. Drop back slowly, keeping in mind of step one. Extend arms straight and breathe once hands are flat to the floor. Come up with strength, use legs and core.
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3. Walking in. Coordinate breath with walking. Stretch inhale. Walk exhale. Do not be in a rush to get to the feet. Keep stretching arms so hips are elevated not sloped backward. Once feet/heels are reached, lift up before lowering slowly down. No collapsing. Use strength.
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4. Once walking the hands in towards the heels is accessible. Next challenge, catch feet from the air. This demands extra strength and technique from prior steps.
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5. Another approach that works for some is using the head to catch the heels.
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6. Hands to the ankles.
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#yoga #backbend #backbending #kapotasana #yogapractice #yogaeverydamnday #yogainspiration #yogi #yogini #asana #yogateacher #ashtanga

“The appearance of things changes according to t

“The appearance of things changes according to the emotions; and thus we see magic and beauty in them, while the magic and beauty are really in ourselves.” (Kahlil Gibran) 🕊
#peacewithin #sweden

Galavāsana 🕊 Ashtanga Advanced A . Arm balanc

Galavāsana 🕊
Ashtanga Advanced A
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Arm balances definitely get the heart pumping and can feel rather exhilarating or even taxing. One reason why I try to remain calm and even soft when invoking my strength. The practice doesn’t need to be reactive riding on cortisol and adrenaline. It won’t be sustainable. There is a way to feel your power without burning yourself out. Finding that balance brings peace and awareness even in the midst of challenge. This what the internal journey is about.
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#larugayoga #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #yoga #armbalance #asana #strength #yogainspiration #yogapractice #yogateacher #yogajourney #yogadaily #yogaeverydamnday #yogalove #ashtangi #yogasweden #yogastockholm #practiceyoga #practiceandalliscoming

Instagram Live Discussion Centered on Yoga & Diver

Instagram Live Discussion
Centered on Yoga & Diversity.
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Join @wellnesswithwambui and myself this Friday July 3 at 3:00pm CET.
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I am honored to have @wellnesswithwambui as a guest and collaborator. Wambui is Kenyan-American living in Helsinki, Finland where she teaches yoga and is a trained massage therapist and meditation advocate. In addition, she is a busy mother of two active boys.
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We will share space together touching upon our backgrounds and connection to yoga as well as what diversity means and how awareness can continue to spread and uplift communities.
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If there are specific questions you would like addressed ahead of time please feel free to DM me!
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Thank You! ❤️
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#diversity #yoga #yogadiversity #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #practiceyoga #diversevoices

Pincha Myūrāsana Ashtanga Intermediate Series

Pincha Myūrāsana
Ashtanga Intermediate Series
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Pincha Myūrāsana is an interesting arm balance in that it requires upper body strength, especially through the shoulders—in addition to flexibility. This is why even if someone is naturally strong they may struggle because they are unable to stack the shoulders over elbows in a over head position which demand mobility in shoulders, upper back and chest.
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Core stability is also increasingly important to be able to remain balanced—otherwise the likelihood of flopping over is high. This is why it is also important to engage the legs, knees completely straight, so the pelvis remains still. Even though we may think most of the focus rests in the upper body we must shift our awareness throughout the entire body. Everything activated and engaged. When done so you will better assess where you are in space. Spatial awareness is key in developing inversions such as Pincha Myūrāsana and Handstand known as Adho Mukha Vrksasana.
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1. For someone very new to approaching Pincha, using a block to stabilize the hands while walking the feet toward the head and leaning the pelvis over the shoulders is a good place to start.
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2. In this step once again, ground the forearms. Now lean the weight forward with one leg actively lifted in the air.
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3. Next phase is too kick slightly while riding the weight over the arms.
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4. Next, kick to balance.
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5. For greater confidence, coordination and dexterity learn to kick up with the opposite leg.
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6. When kicking up is stable, try jumping. First approach with bent legs.
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7. Next challenge jump with straight legs.
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8. Pressing into Pincha Myūrāsana takes another level of strength but if stable in the prior steps should be achievable and is good preparation for Karandavasana.
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9. As a side bar this is a good approach to learn the mechanics of jumping out of Pincha Myūrāsana.
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10. Karandavasana is the next pose. The stronger and more agile you are in Pincha Myūrāsana the better equipped for this āsana.
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#yoga #asana #yogapractice #yogainspiration #yogaeveryday #yogalife #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #ashtangi #yogini #yogainspiration #yogajourney

To have traveled across the globe and to have visi

To have traveled across the globe and to have visited many countries. There is no other place I would rather be right now during this time. #simplepleasures #stockholm #sweden

|| Astāvakrāsana || 🕊 Ashtanga Advanced A . D

|| Astāvakrāsana || 🕊
Ashtanga Advanced A
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Demonstrated is Astāvakrāsana with an embellished handstand entry. Yes, some may think it sacrilegious, but I like to play around with the nature of starting high and ending down low in the arm balance. Even though it isn’t something I practice everyday—if you understand the foundational principals of the practice you can color outside the lines and still remain centered. It’s all connected. 🖤
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#larugayoga #ashtanga #ashtangayoga #yoga #yogapractice #yogateacher #yogadaily #yogainspiration #yogasweden #yogastockholm #ashtangayogalove #asana #armbalance #handstand #yogi #yogini #practiceandalliscoming #practiceyoga #yogaeverydamnday #yogajourney

“Express yourself completely, then keep quiet. B

“Express yourself completely, then keep quiet. Be like the forces of nature: when it blows, there is only wind; when it rains, there is only rain; when the clouds pass, the sun shines through.”
(Lao Tzu) 💛 #naturalelements #sweden #wisdom

|| Triyangamukhaikapāda Paścimattānāsana |

|| Triyangamukhaikapāda Paścimattānāsana || 🕊
Ashtanga Primary Series
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|| Krounchāsana || 🕊
Ashtanga Intermediate Series
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Demonstrated we see the relationship of Triyan-Paścima in Primary series and Krounchāsana in Intermediate series. I always like to say in Intermediate series the volume is turned up in comparison to Primary series. With practice of the prior asana we evolve to another stage—another level of intensity. ♾
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🕊”When you dance to your own rhythm, people m

🕊”When you dance to your own rhythm, people may not understand you; they may even hate you. But mostly they’ll wish they had the courage to do the same.” (Sue Fitzmaurice)🕊#livefree #sweden #courage

|| Jump Back—Jump Thru || 🕊 . In the Ashtanga

|| Jump Back—Jump Thru || 🕊
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In the Ashtanga practice, between postures, the vinyasas reset and heat up the body, assist in building up strength and stamina.
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Whether crawling, walking, stepping, jumping, pressing or floating back and through—the quality of the movement should always take priority. It isn’t always what we are doing but how.
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Workshop Online Tomorrow .
Jump Back and Jump Through
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(highly requested again)
Sunday 28 June — 3pm CET
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Links to classes in my Bio!
https://linktr.ee/LarugaYoga
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The look you give six months of 2020 while bracing

The look you give six months of 2020 while bracing for the next six! 🤪😳🤯
#2020 #stockholm #sweden

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