MYSORE KRISHNAMACHARR YOGA FOUNDATION
THE SHALA
Awaken Your Spirit in Our Sacred Space
Mysore Krishnamacharr Yoga Foundation has been an integral part of the Mysore yoga system. The school itself has been operational for the past 15 years, primary place for Teachers training for the last 10 years. Mysore Krishnamacharr Yoga Foundation is under the management of Kanchen Mala. The Foundation is dedicated to teaching all aspects of Yoga, including Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Philosophy, Chanting, Ayurveda, and comprehensive Teacher Training. We provide certification for all of our courses including TTC. The shala has been one of the primary places where renowned Yoga Guru, Sri. BNS Iyengar has conducted classes since more than 15 years and we pride ourself to continue to follow teaching Sri.Iyengar’s traditional system of Yoga.
Going forward , the Shala’s faculty will continue to include many more renowned traditional as well as progressive scholars from Mysore and the world over to ensure our students get the best knowledge in the field of Yoga.
Located in central Mysore, we offer a clean, private space in which to practice Yoga. Students are required to register for a minimum of one month. Multiple subjects may be taken during this period to create a complete and “in-depth” yoga experience. Asana is taught in the morning and various other subjects are taught through the day. We offer accommodations nearby for those who prefer to have a short walk to classes.
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Find the Perfect Course for Your Yoga Journey
Pranayama
The knowledge and practice of Pranayama, the life force taken as breath, is essential to any yoga experience. Kanchen has trained with several renowned teachers over the past 20 years and has gained considerable knowledge and also teaching experience through course work and practical exercises. This is a comprehensive program designed for students from entry to advance level. The benefit of this experience is applicable throughout your life as practice can be continued at all ages, for a full and healthy life.
Duration and Time: Course duration is three weeks excluding Sundays. One hour per day for a total of 18 hours of tuition. Class times can vary depending on the progress of an existing class or other factors. Your actual schedule will be clarified during the registration process.What to Bring:
- Pen and notebook.
- Necessary personal effects can be safely stored at the shala during classes.
- We have a changing room, toilet and a solar hot water shower.
Certification: After completion of the three week course, Certificate of Participation issued by Mysore Krishnamacharr Yoga Foundation.
TEACHER TRAINING CERTIFICATE COURSE 200 HRS
ASANA LED CLASS | 6.30am to 7.30am | |
PRANAYAMA | 10.30am to 11.30am | |
AYURVEDA | 11.45am to 12.45pm | |
LUNCH BREAK | 12.45pm to 1.45 Pm | |
YOGA NIDRA | 2.00pm to 3.00pm | |
PHILOSOPHY | 3.15pm to 4.30pm | |
TEA BREAK | 4.30pm to 4.45pm | |
ASANA ASHTANGA ALIGNMENT | 5.00pm to 6.30pm | |
DURATION 30days |
Ashtanga Vinyasa Asana Led-Class
It is opportunity to be able to study with proffesional teachers . In this class you will be able to tap into knowledge of yoga asanas, philosophy behind Asanas The morning class concentrates on the Primary Series of Ashtanga Vinyasa Asana . Each class begins with a prayer and is followed by Surya Namaskar A and B, standing asana, sitting asana and finishing asana. Some previous knowledge of the sequence is important.
Duration and Time: This four weeks course runs daily excluding Sundays. Every day practice starts from 6:45 am to 8:00 am. What to Bring:
- Yoga mat.
- Wear appropriate yoga clothing.
- Notebook and pencil.
- Necessary personal effects can be safely stored at the shala during classes.
- The shala provides a changing room, toilet and a solar hot water shower (please bring your own towel).
Philosophy ( Only for TTC Students )
Traditional Sanskrit scholar brings you the Yoga Sutras direct from their original format. The teacher gives life to these ancient texts with simple examples that can defy time and place. The teacher will cover the origin og Yoga, eight limbs of Yoga and other aspects of " Yoga Philosophy " drawn from her immense knowledge of the great Yoga masterpieces. The teacher will put into context the importance of the Vedas and Upanishads and always encourages the students to continue to study the classic texts of Yoga.
Duration and Time: Course duration is four weeks excluding Sundays. One hour per day for a total of 24 hours of tuition. Class times can vary depending on the progress of an existing class or other factors. Your actual schedule will be clarified during the registration process.What to Bring:
- pen and notebook.
- Necessary personal effects can be safely stored at the shala during classes.
- We have a change room, toilet and a solar hot water shower.
Certification: After completion of the four weeks course, Certificate of Participation issued by Mysore Krishamucharr Yoga Foundation.
ASANA PRACTICE
HATA YOGA - 6.30am to 7.30am
HATA VINYASA - 5.00pm to 6.15pm
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Ayurveda
Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic (whole body) healing systems. It is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body and spirit.
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term made up of the words “ayu” and “veda”. “Ayu” means life and “veda” means knowledge or science. The term “Ayurveda” thus means “the knowledge of life” or “the science of life”.
This course is exclusively for TTC students.
This course is exclusively for TTC students only.
Asana Adjustment Classes
Ashtanga Vinyasa is a disciplined sequence of asana synchronise with breath, count, sight (gaze) and posture Bandhas or Mudras are also a crucial aspect. It is best practiced in a quiet, warm, clean, well- ventilated room. It is important that the body stays hot during the practice in order to advance safely. Ashtanga should not be practiced outdoors as the body cools down through evaporation. Postures should be held for five breaths in beginners practice and up to 15 breaths for more advanced students. Students are supervised by our experienced teacher and may adjust the postures by explaining the techniques on how to perform the asana posture perfectly. Flexibility of the body differs for every individual. The teacher will handle them in a easy and safer way. Once the postures are perfected, students will be more disciplined in their daily practice as purpose, motivitation, encouragement and achievement will be enhanced.
Hatha Yoga
Yoga practitioners of different age groups from all over the world come together to practice Hatha Yoga here at the school.
Hatha Yoga is a series of asana designed to align your body. The postures are designed to open the many channel in of the body –especially the main channel the spine so that energy can flow freely.
Hatha is also translated as " ha" meaning “sun” and " tha" meaning “moon”. These two fundamentals ha and tha are prana and apana. These can give control over the mind which is Raja Yoga. It also refers to the balance of the masculine aspects- active, hot, sun and female aspects – receptive, cool, moon within all of us.
Hatha Yoga is a path towards creating balance and uniting opposites. In our physical bodies we develop balance of strength and flexibility. We also learn to balance our effort and surrender in each pose.
Hatha Yoga is a powerful tool for self-transformation or self-realization. It is a complete and integral system of spiritual development for body, mind and spirit. In bringing attention to our breath it helps to still the fluctuations of the mind and be more present.
The Natural Way To Get Your Mind & Body
Together.
Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.
What Our Participants Say
I have done the online pranayama course with Kanchen mam. It's not a usual pranayama session i have ever done so far. We could not just learn the pranayama but also the anatomy of it which would be easier for us to connect with the practices. Over all, It was very informative and enthusiastic session with Kanchen mam with 0% boredom though we have more philosophies and theories. I feel that's the best thing throughout the course . I also learnt hatha yoga online classes with pradeep sir. He is a good and patient teacher who with I can deepen my asana practice in my daily life . This is the right choice one could make who wants to widen the journey in the path of yoga. I am looking forward to learn more courses from here!!!
Kanchen is a great teacher! I attended both pranayama classes and asana classes and would not want to miss that experience. I felt very comfortable and met many nice people at the shala. I can definitely recommend her shala and will for sure try to visit again as soon as possible.
First of all i personally like the place very simple, well maintained and the Yogashala perfect for your Ashtanga practice. I love the teaching by Pradeep way of adjustment, guidance and description about the posture. During my stay there I have developed my strength and correction in the postures. It was a drastic change between my first day and last day. I deeply appreciate the philosophy lecture given by Kanchan. Though she is very helpful and kind heart. I am thankful for everything. I would like to come this place again and again. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
A fantastic place where you can experience a very unique connection with the teachers and other students. The teachings are always run in the small groups and Kanchen (She is responsible for the Shala) is a wonderful human being! There are not many places left like this 'unique gem' as majority TTC are run commercially & in big groups! At Mysore Krishnamacharr Yoga Foundation beyond Yoga you can also learn about Indian culture, customs, Ayurveda and eat some of the most incredible Sattvic food ever! Out TTC was just incredible and our group has become my new chosen family 🙂
Having just completed my TTC from the Shala, I feel so fulfilled and blessed. The learning throughout the month was intense as well as personal. I was happy to get so much individual time with all the teachers to deepen my knowledge of yoga and establish my practice inside out.
Pranayama and Ayurveda knowledge in particular was something that was new for me and helped me establish a link between my asana and philosophy knowledge.
Grateful to all the teachers who were part of my learning 🙂
Office Visiting Hours ( Mon - Fri )
Morning: 06:30 AM – 9:00 AM and 10:15 AM – 12 NOON
Evening: 04.30 PM – 06.30 PM