Ashtanga Yoga Perth
Home to Perth's longest running Ashtanga Mysore style yoga program
Do you want the benefits of a yoga practice with roots in India, but one that is also trauma informed, dogma free and empowering? Many Ashtanga yoga practitioners call Yoga Space home. We have spent decades in Mysore, India learning the practice of Ashtanga Yoga. Ready to learn Ashtanga Yoga the traditional way? Just dive in with a Mysore Membership.
Upcoming Ashtanga Workshops and Events
2 Week Ashtanga Intensive
STARTING MARCH 9, 6AM - 7:15AM
Join Elena Pinto to reset and recommit to your Ashtanga practice. A beautiful way to get steady in your practice with one of our most experienced teachers. Monday to Friday 6am -7:30am commencing Monday March 9th to Friday March 20th. In-person ONLY.
Please email [email protected] to book. Places limited.
Workshop: Ashtanga Sadhana
MON APRIL 27, 9AM - 12PM
Ashtanga has a reputation for primarily being a physical practice. Yet when approached holistically, Ashtanga Yoga can be a complete system of spiritual practice, or “Sadhana”.
In this workshop, you will learn to embody the subtle elements of your Ashtanga practice to refine both the postures and your introspective awareness. Whether a new or seasoned Ashtanga yoga practitioner, this workshop will enhance your capacity to understand the subtle layers of Ashtanga Yoga. Includes pranayama, asana explorations, and time for reflection & discussion.
Limited places available. In-person ONLY.
Teacher:
Dr Jean Byrne, Senior Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist, provisional Psychologist, and long-term student of Sharath Jois. Jean has taught and practiced Ashtanga Yoga for 30 years.
Workshop: Ashtanga's Nadi Shodana (Second series)
SAT AUGUST 8, 9:30AM - 12:30PM
The second series of Ashtanga yoga can feel intimidating and overwhelming. Often, people commence this series ill-prepared or unaware of how the foundations for the posture of the second series are present in the Ashtanga primary series.
In this interactive workshop, you will learn about the wisdom of the second series, how to approach and modify the postures, alongside a deep appreciation of the work that can be undertaken in the primary series to support the evolution of your practice.
The workshop will traverse the first two-thirds of the second series and its relationship to the primary series. If you are familiar with half of the primary series, that is sufficient for this workshop.
Limited places available. This workshop will book out. In-person ONLY.
Book Here
All About:
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga offers a dynamic and structured practice that emphasises a series of postures performed in a flowing sequence, synchronised with the breath. This method builds strength, flexibility, and mental clarity while fostering a deep sense of focus and discipline. Everyone is welcome, regardless of your level of physical fitness; this practice can be customised to suit your needs. You can learn this beautiful method of practice at Yoga Space with our supportive team. We provide Ashtanga Yoga classes both online and in person, featuring personalised instruction. Our Ashtanga classes are conveniently located in West Perth with ample parking.
Start with a private class + 14 days yoga for $89
When and where did you learn?
Our founders Jean Byrne PhD and Rob Schutze PhD learnt Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore, India
With decades of experience in India studying asana, pranayama, chanting, and Sanskrit, Jean and Rob received Authorisation to teach Ashtanga yoga in 2005, followed by Level 2 in 2015. They have mentored numerous students and supported their journeys to deepen their practice. Together Jean and Rob helped Ashtanga Yoga flourish in Perth, Australia by encouraging their students ot make the pilgrimage to Mysore, India.
They continue to teach Ashtanga yoga in a trauma-informed and empowering way, respecting the experiences of their students and the broader community. Yoga Space's Ashtanga Program is taught by a team of teachers Elena Pinto (Authorised Ashtanga Yoga teacher, qualified to the the Active Series), Tricia Tee and Eva Evbisawa, who are supported by Meghan, Gemma and Henry.
Read the Blog about Jean + Rob's Mysore Memories
How our program is different
We democratised the Ashtanga Mysore room
What does that mean? We have a team of teachers who share their love of Ashtanga Yoga at The Yoga Space. They have families, work and their own practice they tend to. They are integrating this practice into life. While we uphold the form of the practice, we deeply individualise to meet each person at the stage of life they are in. We empower our students and have a dogma and guru free zone. In our Mysore program you will be met with compassion, respect and empowered ot navigate your practice, with our support.
Want to start early morning Ashtanga Mysore style?Are you interested in Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training or further professional development?
In 2026 we will be offering post graduate training and support to yoga teachers, or passionate students of yoga who wish to take a deeper dive into Ashtanga. Not the "how to" of fancy postures, yes we will explore the postures, but uniquely we will explore trauma informed Ashtanga, person centred yoga, having a holistic practice and a practice that is sustainable over a lifetime. You will have the opportunity to learn about the history, philosophy, chanting and Sanskrit count of Ashtanga Yoga. This will be alongside exploration on the role of the teacher in an Ashtanga class and how to support your students who experiencing physical and mental health challenges. This will be a supported space for refinement and collaboration. To teach Ashtanga yoga will need to already have a general foundational training and a sustained Ashtanga practice. However all are welcome to join to explore, and already experienced Ashtanga teachers will find this program sheds a new light on lineage, power dynamics and how to truly democratise the Ashtanga practice.
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