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A Foundational Guide to Classical Hatha Yoga (Yoga Poses) Asana Practice - Begin your yoga journey with clarity, safety, and intentionality.​

​Learn the foundational practices of classical Hatha Yoga in a structured and accessible way. This course introduces the third limb of yoga-Asana, postures (out of eight limbs as explained by Sage Patanjali) — with precise instruction on technique, alignment, and breath awareness. Each session is designed to help you build a safe, steady practice rooted in tradition, making it an ideal starting point for complete beginners or those looking to revisit the basics with clarity and depth.​

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Why Join?
​All are welcome — whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or deepening an existing journey.

Ready to Begin?

• Develop a strong, safe, and mindful posture practice rooted in classical Hatha Yoga.
• Personalized, beginner-friendly classes guided by experienced instructors.
• A nurturing, non-competitive environment—just space to move, explore, and grow at your own pace.

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Course Overview

• Duration: 10 weeks | 1 session per week | 2 hours per session
• ​Fees: AUD $300
  
• ​Format: Small group classes scheduled in the mornings—Monday to Friday (9:00 AM–12:00 PM) and Saturday (8:00–12:00 PM), allocated according to your initial consultation

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What You'll Learn

• Gain alignment, steadiness, and comfort in postures through the principle Sthira Sukham Asanam .
  
• Develop a solid asana foundation including technique, breath awareness, and alignment rooted in Patanjali’s Third Limb of Yoga.
• ​Move towards building a sustainable self-practice—empowering you to practice confidently, even without guided media. 

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Course Objective
To provide students with a strong foundation in classical Hatha Yoga, specifically the practice and understanding of asana — the third limb of Patanjali’s Eight-Fold Path.

This course will help you:

• ​Build your daily asana practice without needing external media or guidance;
• Apply yogic techniques in your daily life for physical, mental, and emotional balance;
• ​Begin a transformative journey that touches every level of your being.

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Course Content
Yoga is both practice (Abhyasa) and philosophy (Darshan). This course includes:
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1. Yoga Abhyasa (Practical Skills)
​Sukshma Vyayama: Anti-rheumatic joint-opening and micro-movements sequence

Surya Namaskara: Classical Hatha Sun Salutation sequence

Key Hatha Yoga Foundation Asanas Including: 
🧍 Standing Asanas (13)

1. Tadasana / Samastithi (Palm Tree Pose)
2. Padahastasana / Padangushthasana (Standing Forward Bend Pose)
3. Ardha Chakrasana (Half Wheel Pose)
4. Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
5. Virabhadrasana II (Warrior II Pose)
6. Virabhadrasana I (Warrior I Pose)
7. Kati Chakrasana (Standing Spinal Twist Pose)
8. Prasarita Padottanasana (Wide-Leg Forward Bend)
9. Triyak Tadasana (Twisted Palm Tree Pose)
10. Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)
11. Utkatasana (Chair Pose)
12. Druta Utkatasana & Variations (Dynamic Energy Pose)
13. Namaskara (Salutation Pose)

🧘 Seated Asanas (15)

1. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)
2. Poorvottanasana (Upward Plank Pose)
3. Janu Shirshasana (Head to Knee Pose)
4. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Fish / Spinal Twist)
5. Parivrtta Janu Shirshasana (Revolved Head to Knee Pose)
6. Pada Prasar Paschimottanasana (Wide-Leg Forward Bend)
7. Titali Asana (Butterfly Pose)
8. Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)
9. Shishuhasana (Child Pose)
10. Shashankasana (Hare Pose)
11. Ardha Supta Vajrasana & Veerasana (Half Sleeping Thunderbolt / Hero Pose)
12. Ushtrasana (Camel Pose)
13. Vyaghrasana (Tiger Pose)
14. Marjariasana (Cat & Cow Pose)
15. Shashankasana (Hare Pose – variation)

🌀 Backbend Asanas (13)

1. Adhvasana (Reverse Corpse Pose)
2. Dwipadsahajhasta Bhujangasana (Cobra Variation)
3. Makarasana (Crocodile Pose)
4. Viparita Shalabhasana (Superman Pose)
5. Supta Kati Chakrasana (Supine Knee Twist)
6. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose – with variations)
7. Saral Bhujangasana (Simple Cobra)
8. Triyak Bhujangasana (Twisting Cobra)
9. Sarpasana (Snake Pose)
10. Shalabhasana (Locust Pose)
11. ​Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)

🛌 Supine Asanas (16)

1. Shavasana (Corpse Pose)
2. Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Bound Angle Pose)
3. Eka Pada Uttanasana (Alternate Leg Raise)
4. Eka Padachakrasana (Single-Leg Rotation)
5. Pada Sanchalanasana (Cycling Pose – single & both legs)
6. Supta Hasta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose)
7. Supta Eka Pada Pawanmuktasana (Single-Leg Wind Relieving Pose)
8. Utthita Supta Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand to Toe Pose)
9. Supta Udarakarshanasana (Sleeping Abdominal Twist)
10. Shava Udarakarshanasana (Universal Spinal Twist)
11. Naukasana (Boat Pose)
12. Jhulana Lurhakanasana (Rock & Roll Pose)
13. Shavasana (Final Relaxation)

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​Yoga Darshan (Philosophy)

• Overview of the Eight Limbs of Yoga
• Role of asana as a spiritual discipline
• Principles of alignment, breath, and awareness

​Plus

• Practice Manual with personalized yoga charts
• Certificate of Completion (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider recognition)

Who Should Attend

• Beginners stepping onto the mat for the first time. 
• Those wishing to deepen their asana and pranayama understanding before teacher training. 
• Anyone navigating physical issues and seeking well-grounded, healing movement.

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How to Register
Email your expression of interest and preferred learning day to [email protected]

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What to Bring & Prepare

• Avoid eating for 2 hours before class.
  
• Wear comfortable, breathable clothing (preferably cotton).
  
• Bring a towel and water. Yoga mats and props can be provided on request
  

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Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• Enhanced flexibility, strength, balance, and joint health.
  
• Reduced stress, improved sleep, and deeper mental clarity.
  
• A deeper connection to your body and breath.
  
• The foundation to a lifelong yoga journey—and a smooth path into teacher training if you wish
  

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