The Art of Assisting: Hands-On Adjustments in Ashtanga Yoga
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Join Nathalie Daou for an in-depth workshop on the art of hands-on
assists in Ashtanga yoga. With years of experience guiding
practitioners of all levels, Nathalie has developed a deep
understanding of how assists can transform a student’s practice.
Assisting is more than just physical guidance, it’s a skillful
practice of connection, alignment, and support that empowers students
to deepen their practice safely and effectively.
In this workshop, you will explore:The philosophy and intention behind hands-on assists.
Techniques for offering adjustments that honor individual bodies and abilities.
Key assists for foundational postures in the Ashtanga sequence.
How to create trust and maintain safety in the teacher-student relationship.
Whether you're a teacher looking to refine your skills or an experienced practitioner interested in understanding the subtleties of assists, this workshop will provide you with the tools to assist with confidence, care, and sensitivity.
Bring an open mind, a willingness to learn, and your curiosity about the beautiful interplay of touch and alignment. -
Date: Saturday, April 5
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Zoga DIC
Price: AED 250
Depth in rotation: patterns of hips and twists with ethan ward
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Exploring key postures of the Primary Series that involve rotation of the hips & shoulders for safe integration of the more intimidating asanas in the series. We explore movement of the spine & how to build mobility around the rib cage, not only to release the spine in twists, but for stability & ease in all movement patterns.
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Saturday, October 18
Location & time: DIC Shala 2:00-4:00pm
Price: 220 AED
Vinyasa & movement in devotional practice with ethan ward
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Brining clarity to the roadmap through the Ashtanga sequences for confident, smooth & effective transitions.
Here we explore how moving with strength & grace goes beyond the physical, and allows the practice to flow as one uninterrupted ritual, effectively becoming a moving meditation.
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Saturday, October 11
Location & time: DIC Shala 2:00-4:00pm
Price: 220 AED