ASHTANGA YOGA

For some people, this time of year is not easy or happy, because the cold outside and the routines adjusted to spending more time at home create a real impact on joy, good mood, creativity and [...]

Our capacity for self-control is essential for Yoga, because Yoga is Chitta Vritti Nirodha,  that is, the control of the fluctuations of the mind.   In the tradition of my teachers, to be [...]

Yoga has method, techniques and rules. Yoga requires progressive learning and discipline full of dedication. Yoga has ethics, with principles capable of transforming our lives. Yoga has a long [...]

“Vera, can I practice with you, and go take classes with another teacher outside of Ashtanga Cascais?” I looked at her, and took a deeper breath to have time to reflect for a few [...]

Choose a moment in your day, and a calm place, to close your eyes and mentally follow your breathing. Then share your attention between the breath and the following questions and answers. What [...]

Ashtanga Yoga & Surf Retreat, October 11th to 13th, at Herdade da Matinha, in Alentejo. It’s 3 days in a special place, with a program of classes and activities that bring out our best. [...]

I have been working with you for several seasons, exactly 17 years, to develop a multidimensional practice, which through attention and awareness allows you to live in the present moment and [...]

INTENSIVE WORKSHOP WITH KATHY COOPER FROM 9 TO 12 FEBRUARY, IN ASHTANGA CASCAIS, PORTUGAL   Kathy Cooper has been practicing Ashtanga yoga consistently since 1976, it will be a very special [...]

What are the days and times to practice? You have to reflect realistically and honestly. Making a decision, making choices, and organizing your day-to-day. Prepare yourself that your mind will [...]

OCTOBER 14 TO 16, IN HERDADE DA MATINHA, IN CERCAL, IN ALENTEJO.   3 days in a special place, with a program of classes and activities that allow you to take a well-deserved break, and [...]