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Wednesday Ashtanga Yoga: Active Series Yoga - Fall 2025

The Active Series was developed by Sharath Jois and derived from a traditional Ashtanga Yoga practice. It retains all the benefits of the traditional method keeping the linking of movement with breath but includes new more accessible postures for a wider range of students in a modern age and setting. Students from all levels will be able to participate in a non-intimidating inclusive setting. Classes are open to all.
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Ashtanga Yoga: Active Series - Fall 2025

This class is also offered on Wednesdays from 11:30 am - 12:45 pm.

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John Bultman with several people around a table. Cups of chai are on the table.

Chai & Chats (Yoga Q&A) - Fall 2025

Discuss yoga-related topics over authentic chai-tea and snacks. Led by CSC’s Ashtanga Yoga Program Manager, John Bultman. All are welcome. No physical practice required.
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Ashtanga Yoga: Sanskrit-Counted Led Primary Series - Fall 2025

In this class, the instructor leads participants through the entire ashtanga primary series, pairing movement with in- and out-breath to the traditional Sanskrit-counted vinyasa. The aim is for participants to flow through the poses and breathe together in a moving group meditation.
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Recharge: Restorative Yoga and Meditation begins July 22

RECHARGE: Restorative Yoga & Meditation

BEGINS JULY 22

Take a weekly pause with this new restorative drop-in! Each session will include gentle yoga and meditation practices to help you feel refreshed for the rest of your day. This restorative yoga practice facilitates deep relaxation and is suited for both beginners and those with more experience. 

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Ashtanga Yoga: Active Series - Spring 2025

Starting March 24, 2025. The Active Series was developed by Sharath Jois and first introduced at the Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia to make the profound benefits of Ashtanga Yoga available to a much wider audience, regardless of age or ability. The Contemplative Sciences Center’s Yoga Program Manager, John Bultman, one of approximately 27 Ashtanga Yoga teachers in the world Certified by Sharath Jois, will lead instruction in this new series on Monday through Thursday at the Contemplative Commons at 9-10am and again at 5-6pm. These classes are open to all.
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Evening Yoga Mix

Join us for Evening Yoga Mix, a 6-week yoga drop-in series beginning March 24, 2025. No need to attend all classes. Join as many, or as few, as often as you like. These classes are designed to calm the nervous system and support deep relaxation. All are open to the general public.
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Friday Rest Fest (Spring 2025)

Join us Friday afternoons for an array of contemplative activities to reconnect with your body and feel refreshed for the weekend.

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Students practice Ashtanga Yoga, reaching their arms up towards the ceiling in a room with wooden floors

Ashtanga Yoga: Mysore-Style Sessions (Mon-Thu) - Spring 2025

Mysore-style classes provide students the opportunity to expand their experience and knowledge through individualized instruction and allow for traditional ashtanga yoga sequences to be modified to suit individual needs. This is a great class for beginners and those looking to deepen their relationship with yoga and establish a regular, personalized, and sustainable practice.
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Intimate Conversations with Global Yoga Experts

Listen to SoundCloud recordings of CSC's Ashtanga Yoga Program Manager, John Bultman, speaking intimately with yoga experts from around the world on a variety of topics with a focus on ashtanga yoga.

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