Ashtanga Yoga
Led Ashtanga Class & Workshop Format
Astangajoogaa kaikille tasoille
Ashtanga Yoga is a traditional system of yoga, originating from India, where you learn a set sequence of hatha yoga postures that are linked together with slow movements, breath, and internal energy control – for positive self-transformation.
All classes are beginner-friendly, and as a beginner you will benefit just as much as a more seasoned practitioner. We do more of a deep dive in this course compared to the dedicated beginners-courses.
So, what are these special classes?
In these special classes we will not only practice a regular led class of ashtanga yoga, but in each session there will be a theme to explore – either in asana or philosophy, or both.
In the regular 60-70 minute led classes we focus more on the flow of the practice – but here we actually have time to stop and have a deeper look at details and personal modification, more like a workshop class.
In these classes we practice a well-balanced combination of asanas from the primary series and the intermediate series. These classes tends to be quite popular.
🧘🧘♀️ Build balance, strength & flexibility
🌬️ Learn to breathe calmly
🥬 Get more vibrant health and energy
🤝 Supportive teacher guidance
👶 No experience needed – complete beginners welcome
And who knows? You might even be able to tie your own shoes in old age 😉 (sure, this might seem like a silly goal… or is this perhaps the ultimate goal? 🤔)
Learn from Alexander Lemberg, 10+ years experienced teacher. Teaching in English (Finnish and Swedish also available – voit asioida suomeksi).
Course Details
11.1. – 22.3.2025
10x Sundays at 18.00 – 19.20
PAUSE during the winter-sports holiday-week.
Teaching in English (voit asioida suomeksi)
Yoga Shala Espoo – Niittykumpu
Weekly Themes
Apart from exploring these themes, we always do a regular led ashtanga yoga practice, modified or unmodified with the themes.
Session 1: Lead your practice with confidence.
Samasthiti as an idea, purposeful vinyasa and movement.
Session 2: A practice with a purpose – Part I
Introduction to Patañjali Yoga Sutras – the ancient and modern yoga philosophy.
Session 3: The opening and closing chant
Let’s spend some time learning about the chants of the Ashtanga tradition, as well as the chanting from Iyengar yoga.
Session 4: Keeping your knees safe in the practice
We will explore many different methods of keeping your knee safe in the practice, and many possible alternatives to complicated lotus postures. Bring your own hand-towel to this session. We will use it as a tool for knee therapy work in certain asanas.
Session 5: A practice with a purpose – Part II
Patañjali Yoga Sutras
Session 6: A practice with a purpose – Part III
Hatha Yoga Pradīpika
Session 7: Prānāyāma Part I
We explore simple breathing techniques you can add to your practice or practice separately
Session 8: Prānāyāma Part II
We include bandhas in kumbhaka: Mula bandha, Uddiyana bandha, Jalandhara bandha
Session 9: Samasthiti in headstand
Let’s explore different ways to approach the mighty headstand
Session 10: Integration
A full 80 min led practice integrating topics from all sessions
What you’ll get
Yoga Students Are Saying
“I started practicing yoga online with Alex during Corona when I was forced to work from home.
To me it was very good to have scheduled activity so it was not only work 24/7. The yoga practice helped me to wind down and lift my energy levels.
Now several months later I am more flexible, have more strength and stability.
I highly appreciate that Alex have had energy to arrange his online courses during the pandemic, when I otherwise would not have had an opportunity to join a yoga class ledd with such a high skill of teaching!”
-MATHIAS
“Alex’s Ashtanga classes give me a good boost. He explains the poses clearly and keeps the vibe relaxed.
The workouts are tough enough to feel progress but never too much. I also like how he listens to us, he offers easier or harder versions of each pose and has a safe option if your knees (or anything else) need extra care.
After just over a month of practice, forward bends and vinyasas already feel easier – my hip flexors have loosened up, so everything flows a bit better.”
-KIMMO
I have had huge problems with (probably) stress-related symptoms in my body.
It has put limitations on my normal training routine. I now feel like the symtoms are slowly getting better thanks to the yoga practice.”
-ANONYMOUS CUSTOMER
Meet your teacher
Alexander Lemberg – E-RYT & YACEP certified since 2015
Alex is a Swedish-speaking Finn who found yoga by accident due to various health issues, and then became a certified Hatha yoga teacher in 2014.
During the summer of 2015 Alex went to an Ashtanga Yoga summer camp in Houtskari with Petri Räisänen and Juha Javanainen from Helsingin Astangajoogakoulu, and fell in love with the depths of the ashtanga yoga practice.
Since then Alex has been teaching over 5000 hours of yoga classes with a wide range of people, while managing Yogashala Raseborg in Tammisaari, and has actively been practicing with different world renowned teachers on different workshop, such as Eddie Stern, Kino McGregor, Simon Borg-Olivier, and also online courses with David Garrigues.
“To me it’s important that the practices are taught in a safe, healthy and effective way for each student. As a yoga teacher it is important to understand that all people are different, and to embrace the strengths and differences of each individual.
In my teaching style you will learn to turn your senses inward (pratyāhāra), you will improve your focus and learn to practice to the rhythm of your own breath. The meditation and concentration makes the practice meaningful, and is a gateway to your inner dimensions.
What happens if I get sick?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We don’t want you to lose any value you have purchased.
- You log in and cancel your class -> your class pass will be credited.
- You stay at home and rest properly – taking proper care of yourself.
- You get well and recover.
- You log in and book another class.
Payment
Payment methods
- Finnish Internet- / mobile banking
- Electronic Sports benefits: Smartum, ePassi or Edenred
- Invoice (7 day due date)
If you want to combine different payment methods, then choose “invoice” in the checkout form and send us a note in the order.
Binding registration
All course registrations are binding. We do not offer any refund paybacks, but should you fall ill you can compensate with a drop-in class of your choice, or keep your Yoga Credits in-house for future use – but needs to be used within 5 months. Your yoga credits expire after 5 months.
Your spot is reserved when we have received your full payment for the course.
Yoga as Self-care – Is This a Thing?
From business leaders to entrepreneurs, athletes to musicians, the world’s top performers all have one thing in common: a non-negotiable self-care and self-reflection routine.
🧘♂️ Steve Jobs (Apple) practiced Zen meditation daily. Not because it was trendy – but because quieting his mind made him sharper and more creative.
🧘♀️ Madonna has practiced Ashtanga Yoga for decades, using it to stay strong, grounded, and ridiculously agile (on stage and in life).
🛁 Oprah swears by morning meditation, journaling, and long walks to center herself before tackling the empire.
These people schedule self-care like a business meeting – because they know it’s the fuel behind their focus, ideas, and leadership.
So no, taking time for yourself isn’t lazy. It’s legendary.
What’s your routine going to look like?
