Mysore style is most intimate, personal and developed way of practicing yoga, and is also the most traditional, time-honored and historic method. The ‘Mysore Style’ method is named after the city where Shri K. Pattabhi Jois lived and taught, and now his grandson R. Sharath, and daughter, Saraswathi, continuing this teaching style passed down from Krishnamacharya.

     In this special class, you learn to take individual responsibility for your yoga practice and develop a deeply trusting relationship with your teacher. It is perhaps the only way that the more advanced asanas or postures can be learned safely, with proper skill and dedication. By committing yourself fully to one yoga style, one teaching method and a regular practice, you open the door to deeper levels of your body, mind and spirit.

How Mysore Style is Taught

    The Mysore style of yoga  practice is a particular way of teaching  the Ashtanga Yoga tradition as taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in the southern Indian City of Mysore.  Some differences in this method from the usual modern way in which yoga is taught:

• the class is not "led" as a whole but rather all instruction is one-on-one within the group class setting
• students practice their own portion of the Ashtanga sequence of asanas at their own pace
• the teacher assists each student individually by giving physical adjustments & verbal instruction

     In Mysore style students learn the fixed order of postures using a specific movement-breathing technique called vinyasa krama. Each student is given their yoga routine according to their ability. Newer and more beginning students tend to have a much shorter practice than do those with more experience. As one gains more strength, stamina, flexibility and concentration, additional postures are given to the student. One advantage of the "Mysore" method is that, because it teaches yoga according to one's individual capacity, it accommodates everyone of all levels even those without any prior yoga experience.

Mysore Etiquette

* You are welcome to the North End Yoga Ashtanga program. Please respect the student-teacher relationship and follow and request from your teacher. 

* Please respect the follow the traditional Ashtanga method as taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and your teacher. Please do not add, skip or in other ways deviate from the traditional Ashtanga sequence of yoga asanas unless acknowledged or requested by your teacher. If you do not know the sequence or if following the traditional method is not possible for you please talk to your teacher and request guidance. 

*If you practice Mysore classes at another studio your first day of class at North End Yoga please practice the Primary Series. 

*Please do not take any new asanas unless agreed upon with your teacher. 

*Respect your limits. Acknowledge that your body and mind will feel different everyday; listen to what your body tells you and practice in your own time following your own breath.

*Practice with care and consideration toward yourself and others. 

*Please refrain from unnecessary talking.

*Personal hygiene is an integral part of practicing yoga.  Please ensure that you and your gear are clean.

*Please bring a small hand towel to class or rent one from the studio.

*Refrain from eating at least 2 hours prior to and 30 minutes after your practice. Drink plenty of water after your practice but please do take water bottles into the practice space.

*If you feel emotionally upset during or after your practice (joy, sadness, irritation, etc) then accept the feelings and bid them welcome. If this feels difficult, you are encouraged to speak to your teacher about it.  

*Please notify your teacher before practice of any injuries. 

*Do not underestimate the effect of Ashtanga yoga. It is a very effective self-therapy for personal development - physically, mentally, and spiritually. Consider a balanced practice integrating activation and release, engagement and softening, as the means to your progress.

* No Mysore classes on New and Full moon days. Please see our schedule page for moon schedule.  

Mysore Program Rates

Mysore Monthly Unlimited $160

Mysore Monthly Unlimited Autorenew $145

(3 month initial commitment - after 3 months may cancel at anytime by sending an email to info@northendyoga.com 1 week before your renew date)

Mysore Monthly Unlimited for College Students and Military $135

(autorenew only, must provide valid ID)



Visiting Students

If you are from out of town and have an existing Mysore Practice you are welcome to join our program while you are here.

For visiting students staying are welcome to purchase class cards or Monthly Mysore memberships. Visit "Cost and Purchase Classes" page for more information.

Important information for Beginners

If you are new to Mysore Style Ashtanga we require you come and watch a portion of a morning Mysore class first. You may show up any day between 6:30-8:30 am - plan on observing for 30 minutes or so. Observing the class will give you an good idea of what the practice entails. In addition you will have the opportunity to meet the teacher and discuss the program. 

It is highly recommended you attend Mysore at least 3 days per week to start and prior to starting your first class (after your observation class) you must purchase a Mysore Monthly Unlimited Membership. You can do this at the desk or online.

If you have any further questions about the program or registration please email info@northendyoga.com.

Shri K. Pattahbi Jois

In the Ashtanga Yoga Tradition there is no practice on New or Full Moon Days. Click here to learn more about why.

NEY 2012 Moon Days

New                   Full

Jan 9th Mon        Jan 23rd Mon

Feb 7th Tue        Feb 21st Tue

Mar 8th Thu        Mar22nd Thu

April 6th Fri        April 21st Sat

May 6th Sun        May 20th Sun

June 4th Mon       June 19th Tue

July 3rd Tue         July 19th Thu

Aug 2nd Thu          Aug 17th Fri

Aug 31st Fri        Sept 16th Sun

Sept 30th Sun      Oct 15th Mon

Oct 29th Mon        Nov 13th Tue

Nov 28th Wed        Dec 13th Thu

Dec 28th Fri