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Your Home for Traditional Ashtanga Yoga in Melbourne
Established in the early 1990s, we are Melbourne's original home of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, offering traditional Mysore-style practice in a tranquil Fitzroy studio. Our experienced instructors guide students through daily classes designed for all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners, focusing on breath, movement, and posture sequences. With over 25 years of dedication, we provide a structured timetable, immersive workshops with global experts, and a welcoming community space infused with the warmth of shared practice. Our approach emphasizes individual progress through personalized attention in Mysore sessions and dynamic led classes.We offer flexible membership options, private instruction, and specialized programs like our Essential Core workshop to support physical and mental wellbeing. Our studio's design fosters connection through communal spaces where students exchange experiences over freshly brewed chai. Committed to preserving the authenticity of Ashtanga Yoga, we combine decades of expertise with a supportive environment for practitioners to deepen their practice.
Services
Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Mysore Sessions
Led Practice
Workshops
Private Classes
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of dedicated Ashtanga Yoga instruction in Fitzroy
- Daily classes for all levels from beginner to advanced practitioners
- Personalized guidance through Mysore sessions with experienced teachers
- Specialist workshops with internationally renowned yoga instructors
- Community-focused studio with purpose-built practice spaces
Services
Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa classes synchronizing breath and movement through structured posture sequences. Designed to build strength, flexibility, and mental focus for practitioners at all levels. Classes maintain authentic teaching methods while adapting to individual needs through personalized adjustments.
Mysore Sessions
Guided self-practice sessions following traditional Mysore methodology. Students progress at their own pace with individualized instruction and hands-on adjustments. Ideal for developing personal discipline while receiving expert guidance in a supportive group environment.
Led Practice
Verbally guided sessions through Primary Series postures at a dynamic pace. Designed for practitioners with prior experience, these classes emphasize proper sequencing and breath synchronization. Teachers lead partial or full series to maintain correct rhythm and alignment.
Workshops
Immersive programs focusing on specific aspects of yoga practice and anatomy. Led by experienced instructors like Dr Monica Gauci, these workshops explore core strength development, injury prevention, and advanced posture techniques using practical exercises and anatomical insights.
Private Classes
One-on-one instruction available in-studio, at home, or online via Zoom. Tailored sessions provide focused attention for individual needs, whether developing foundational skills, recovering from injury, or advancing complex postures with personalized guidance.
People
Greg
Co-Founder & Senior Teacher
Co-founder with decades of experience teaching Ashtanga Yoga since studying directly with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India. Brings authentic traditional knowledge to Melbourne's yoga community through daily classes and teacher training programs.
Tracy
Co-Founder & Senior Teacher
Co-founder who established Melbourne's first daily Ashtanga classes after studying in Mysore. Combines deep traditional understanding with practical teaching experience to create accessible learning environments for students of all levels in Fitzroy's dedicated yoga space.
Questions
What makes Ashtanga Yoga different from other yoga styles?
Ashtanga synchronizes breath with flowing movements through fixed posture sequences. This structured approach builds strength, flexibility, and mental focus while developing muscle memory through consistent practice.
Which class level should beginners attend?
All newcomers should start with Beginners classes regardless of prior yoga experience. These sessions establish foundational techniques before progressing to Led Practice or Mysore sessions with instructor guidance.
Can I try a single class before committing?
Yes, drop-in classes are available for $25 with advance booking. Check our website for introductory offers that provide better value for new students exploring regular practice.
What's the difference between Led and Mysore classes?
Led classes follow teacher-guided sequences at a group pace, while Mysore sessions allow self-paced practice with individual instruction. Both complement each other - Led maintains rhythm awareness while Mysore enables personalized progression.
How long do Mysore sessions typically last?
The studio is open for three hours, but students practice according to their schedule. Beginners usually practice 45 minutes while experienced practitioners may stay up to two hours, arriving and departing as needed.
Are private yoga sessions available?
Yes, we offer in-studio, at-home, and online private classes with experienced instructors. These personalized sessions provide focused attention for specific goals like injury recovery, foundational development, or advanced posture refinement.
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Reviews (4)
Venkat Gurram
Feb 08, 2021
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I actually went there during a kids yoga session held by "Soumyam". Great location, in the heart of Fitzroy. Yoga studio is spacious and the have a nice vibe.
Evelyn Parnassus
May 21, 2020
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The teachers are experienced, careful, attentive and non-judgmental. The studio is a peaceful place to practice without pretensions getting in the way of tailored advice to establish and improve good yogic discipline.
Rana Mustafa
Jan 25, 2020
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My favorite studio to practice in Melbourne because of the experienced teachers and their warm nature. It is a welcoming space and one of the more traditional yoga studios. I highly recommend coming here if you want to deepen your practice and learn about all aspects of yoga under the guidance of great teachers.
David Davenport
Nov 22, 2019
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I have been studying with Greg and Tracey and Amanda for years, and it is the wonderful atmosphere and dedicated and professional teaching that keeps me coming back. It is a vibrant studio but old school - wooden floors, lots of natural light and a mood that carries you through your practice.
