FRIDAY 28TH – SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
SEE INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS FOR TIMES

£240*

Join David Swenson for a fun-packed weekend of seven Ashtanga Yoga workshops – including a free Friday evening talk given by David. See the following workshops for descriptions.

Open to all levels.

*Early bird discount until 01st October 2025. £270 thereafter.

FRIDAY 28TH NOVEMBER
7.30PM – 9.30PM

FREE

David will share stories, anecdotes and insights gained from his more than 50 years of yoga practice and pursuit of a spiritual life, as well as his experiences with love, health and adventure. David is a witty, humorous and inspiring storyteller. His life is filled with colourful, sometimes wild, sometimes sad, occasionally hilarious, and always entertaining experiences as he explores the world around him and the wonders that reside within us all. Within his tales of travel, fasting, chanting, seeking, studying, laughing, and crying, there is always a thread of sincerity that anyone seeking greater meaning in life can relate to and possibly gain insights from the mistakes, successes, failures, triumphs, and bumps along the road of life that David shares with honesty and heartfelt sincerity, while also allowing time for questions at the end. Buckle Up, It’s a Wild Ride!

Open to all.

SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
9.00AM – 11.00AM

£50

This class introduces Ashtanga Yoga and is open to all experience levels, or none at all. The foundational elements of Ashtanga Yoga will be examined through what David calls The Five Elements of Practice: Breath, Bandhas, Drishti, Asana, and Vinyasa. After a brief discussion, David will guide an introductory flow through a shortened sequence from the First Series. It's a great opportunity to experience Ashtanga with the guidance of one of the world’s most respected and compassionate instructors.

If you're interested in learning more about this energetic and fluid system, come join David for an enjoyable, accessible introduction to the fundamentals of Ashtanga Yoga.

*Cautionary Note: You might actually enjoy it.

Open to all levels.

SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
1.00PM – 3.30PM

£55

A fun-filled exploration of vinyasa & arm balancing. One of the biggest challenges in the Ashtanga flow is the vinyasa. In this class, David will break down the vinyasa into its parts. He likes to call this “The Physics of Flight”. The class will also look at the elements of handstands and arm balances.

This will all be done through partner work. There is always plenty of laughter and fun, along with a depth of information in this class. All levels are welcome, even if you have never done a handstand before. Alternatives are always provided.

Open to all levels.

SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
4.00PM – 5.30PM

£45

In Sanskrit, Man means Mind, and Tra means to Free or Deliver. Therefore, the word Mantra means to free the mind. There are many mantras in yoga, such as Om, Hare Krishna, Om Namo Shivaya, and others. In Ashtanga Yoga, the mantra is the sound of our breath: Ujjayi. No sound is more universal than breath. It is not tied to any language or culture and is “chanted” from the moment of birth. This class will focus on the Ujjayi mantra within asana practice as well as during pranayama. Besides breath work, the class will also explore the unseen world of Bandhas. We will work to gain a deeper understanding of these subtle yet powerful tools through interactive discussions and practical exercises.

Open to all levels.

SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
8.30AM – 10.30AM

£50

This class is designed for those already familiar with the First Series of Ashtanga Yoga. However, it is open to all skill levels, from daily practitioners to beginners who practise when they can, and everyone in between. The class will flow like a choreographed dance, moving smoothly from the opening sun salutations to the final savasana. David will begin by offering modifications for some of the more challenging poses and provide accessible vinyasa options. The session will conclude with a calming, deep relaxation.

Required Items: Mat (or hire one!) and Breath.

Open to all levels familiar with the First Series of Ashtanga Yoga.

SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
11.30AM – 2.00PM

£55

Whether standing on our feet, hands, head, or any other body part, balance can be one of the most challenging parts of practice. David will share his insights and methods for finding balance in an unstable world. The class will include partner work as well as individual attempts at balancing in various asanas. Interestingly, there are many parallels between the techniques used for physical balance in the body and those used to find equilibrium in our lives. No matter which yoga system one practices, there is sure to be a wealth of knowledge gained from this class that can be applied both on the mat and in life. Falling Is Optional!

Open to all levels.

SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
2.30PM – 4.30PM

£50

The first yogis observed nature to gain inspiration and insight into the development of asanas and the practice of yoga itself. There is a wonderful ‘zoological’ component to many asanas such as the Peacock, Scorpion, Frog, Crane, Dog, Flying Insect, Crocodile, Horse, and many more. In this class, David will present ways to approach these amazing creatures with care, wonder, and joy through partner work and individual flow. He is open to any suggestions of ‘animal’ postures that the participants may want to explore as well. This class is really fun and sure to put a smile on your face. Of course, if there are 'non-animal' asanas of interest, we can explore those as well :) The Wild and Wonderful Asana Animals are waiting for you!

Open to all levels.

MONDAY 01ST DECEMBER – SUNDAY 07TH DECEMBER

£700 Early bird discount until 01st October 2025. £750 thereafter.

This 40-hour course is designed as an intensive immersion into the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga.

This course will cover the teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga. The participants will learn safe and effective hands-on adjustments through partner work for all of the asanas, practicalities of conducting a class and yoga theory. This is a deep immersion into the details underlying the practice and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga. During the course all participants will be engaged in teaching and adjusting each other through. It is a fun and energising experience. There is a wealth of invaluable knowledge to be learned and tools for practice to be gained by all attending.

Participants should have a consistent personal practice of Ashtanga Yoga and understand the flow and sequencing of the primary series asanas. The course is not designed as an avenue to learn the sequence but rather to teach Ashtanga Yoga or to deepen an existing practice.

As in all courses run by David there is sure to be plenty of laughter and joy woven into the experience. Many previous participants have commented about learning more than they’d ever imagined possible in a weeklong course while having so much fun in the process.

Don’t miss this opportunity!