Workshop: Strength & Grace - a female perspective on Ashtanga Yoga

In this workshop, I will address a range of topics relevant to female* yoga practitioners. I will share my experience as an Ashtangi who has practiced all the way through the Third Series, and discuss how the practice can be different for us as women.

In the first part of the workshop, we will explore common challenges and alignment mistakes that I often see among female practitioners. Through practical exercises, you will learn how to build more strength through yoga and adapt the practice to better support your body.

I will also address how hormonal changes—both throughout the monthly cycle and across different stages of life—can impact yoga practice. We will discuss whether and how to practice during menstruation, cover some basic guidelines for practicing yoga during pregnancy, and talk about adapting the practice during menopause. In addition, we will try a few poses that can help relieve cramping, lower back pain, and other symptoms you may be experiencing.

*This workshop is primarily intended for women and people who menstruate. However, men -especially male yoga teachers - are also very welcome to join and learn about these topics :)