How lovely to see Julie again in Brighton ! Thanks to Sally Brookes for arranging it.Let’s not forget Julie has played a pivotal role in developing the Ashtanga scene in Brighton over the last ten years – only (names removed on request) have been more influential in shaping the Ashtanga scene here.And how interesting that Julie […]
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If you’re taking aim, you’re already missing the point.
Practice today was a real beauty. After ‘vinyasa’ class on Friday, followed up by a sneaky led second series class on Saturday, I was seriously in need of Saturday’s regenerative rest. I’d been back into a daily practice for a few weeks before I got to Mysore (2 weeks ago), and have been feeling pretty […]
Introductions
Hello there Brighton ashtangis. I just thought I’d stop by and say hello as I’m in Mysore at the moment, but will be returning at the end of November and moving myself down to Lovely Brighton. I’m looking forward to dipping my paddle into the ashtanga scene when I’m there. I’ve put a few pics […]
Ashtanga toes
I remember someone in class wearing plasters on their big toes, when I asked her about it she said it was Ashtanga toes caused by all the rolling over the toes from downward dog to upward dog with each vinyasa. I noticed for the first time today that I have callouses on the tops of […]
Moon day potluck
Thanks to all those who came round last night for the Moon day pot luck. It was a bit last minute but there was a good turn out with 7 of us packed into my little studio flat. The culinary highlight (besides the chocolate) was definitely Shari’s very tasty quesadillas. I was a bit zoned […]
I’m back!
Over the last 6 months everything has changed. I’ve injured my back, ended a relationship, moved office and finally moved home. So I’ve not done much posting on the website for a while. 2 weeks ago I committed to practicing 5 days a week. Fortunately there was a moon day on the first week ; […]