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Join Taylor Hunt and Melissa Matt for a Primary Series Intensive in Nosen, Norway, June 19-23, 2024. We will explore the internal elements of the practice, while also taking a deeper look at the foundational poses and essential components of the Primary Series.

Participants will learn proper alignment and adjustment techniques in order to explore the postures with more depth, optimal safety, and increased awareness.

The practice week will include five mornings of Mysore classes from 6 - 8 AM, as well as daily workshops from 11 AM - 1PM covering the following topics…

Workshops include:

Philosophy of Ashtanga Yoga and of learning through Mysore style practice
Establishing proper alignment as a tool to cultivate healthy patterns, work through and prevent injury
Functional anatomy & using knowledge of how the body works to make your practice more efficient
Best-practice adjustment techniques to maximize benefits and minimize risk

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Practitioners of all levels are welcome to attend. This practice course is designed for anyone wishing to take their practice and knowledge base to the next level. We’re excited for you to join us for five-days of practice and workshops to reintegrate the body and mind with the Ashtanga Primary Series.

About Taylor Hunt

Taylor Hunt is a devoted practitioner and teacher of Ashtanga yoga. He makes yearly trips to Mysore, India to further his studies at the K. Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute (KPJAYI) under the guidance of his teacher, R. Sharath Jois. In 2013, Taylor was granted Level 2 Authorization to teach and has had the honor of assisting at KPJAYI on several occasions.

Taylor is dedicated to sharing the healing practice of Ashtanga yoga with others and providing a community where practitioners can find support in their practice and daily lives. Seeking to preserve the traditional method, Taylor teaches daily Mysore classes at Ashtanga Yoga Savannah and offers workshops around the world. He is also the author of A Way From Darkness and Chair of the Board of the Trini Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the life-changing practice of Ashtanga with those recovering from addiction. He seeks to inspire others through his story of personal transformation and accessible approach to the practice.

To learn more about Taylor’s story, latest endeavors, and life’s work, please visit taylorhuntyoga.com, www.awayfromdarkness.com, and www.trinifoundation.org.

Contact details:

Phone: 614-915-7386
Email : taylorhuntyoga@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Taylor-Hunt-Ashtanga-Yoga-1016553041720585/

Melissa Matt

Melissa Matt is the founder and owner of Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga. She has been practicing Ashtanga yoga continuously since 2012. She was drawn to the practice after her first daughter was born and was compelled by its capacity for healing and to balance strength, mobility, and mindfulness.

After establishing a committed practice, Melissa deepened her studies as a practitioner and teacher, traveling to participate in various teacher trainings and workshops, as well as extensive mentorship, apprenticeship, and internship programs with her teacher, Taylor Hunt.

As the owner of Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga, she seeks to cultivate meaningful personal growth, while also fostering a thriving community of Ashtanga students in Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Melissa has a master’s degree in Organizational Development and Leadership with a specialty concentration in Organizational Psychology from Saint Joseph’s University. Coming from a corporate background in non-profit training and professional development, Melissa enjoys traveling to teach Ashtanga workshops within other yoga communities. She is dedicated to helping students connect with their own practice and finds deep value in sharing the transformational opportunity of Ashtanga yoga with others. Additionally, Melissa is a board member of the Trini Foundation, providing Ashtanga yoga scholarships to individuals in substance use recovery.

Connect with Melissa at www.philadelphiaashtanga.com

And on social media: @philadelphiayoga @melissamattyoga

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Program

Wednesday

Arrival after 15.00.
18.00 - 19.00: Dinner

Thursday

06.30 - 08.30: Ashtanga Mysore
09.00 - 10.00: Breakfast
11.00 - 13.00: Foundations workshop
13.00 - 14.00: Lunch
18.00 - 19.00: Dinner

Friday

06.30 - 08.30: Ashtanga Mysore
09.00 - 10.00: Breakfast
11.00 - 13.00: Paddle boards
13.00 - 14.00: Lunch
18.00 - 19.00: Dinner
19.00: Dharma talk

Saturday

06.30 - 08.30: Ashtanga Mysore
09.00 - 10.00: Breakfast
11.00 - 13.00: Alignment and Adjustments
13.00 - 14.00: Lunch
18.00 - 19.00: Dinner

Sunday

06.30 - 08.30: Ashtanga Mysore
09.00 - 10.00: Breakfast
Checkout before 11.00 am

About Nøsen

Nøsen is situated in magnificent undisturbed natural surroundings and there will be plenty of time each day to go hiking, enjoy the tranquility, bathe in mountain lakes, cycle, paddle or just lie in the grass to relax. We serve an exquisite vegan food and three meals a day are included in the price together with accommodation in a shared room. If you want a twin room or a single room, there is a small extra charge.