Online Mysore Ashtanga Yoga

Beginners welcome.
The only requirement is a willingness to learn.

6 Fridays starting September 4, 2026
with Elise Espat, Level 2 Authorized teacher

Classes meet Fridays at 10am New Orleans CT time.

Intentionally small and personal, 8 student maximum.

Dates:
Sep 4
Sep 11 no class, moon day
Sep 18
Sep 25
Oct 2
Oct 9
Oct 16

How to Join class:
1. Payment through PayPal or Venmo reserves your spot. If you are a beginner or new to Mysore style classes, please register for 6 classes. 3 is ok, but 6 is better as each class builds on the previous.
If you are a current/seasoned Mysore practitioner you are welcome to drop in for single classes.

Payment links:
6 classes
3 classes
1 single class (for current Mysore practitioners only)

2. Please DM on IG or email with your practice history so I know how to support you. Helpful, but not required.

3. Class link will be sent after payment is received and prior to class.

See you in class!

FAQs

Q. I have done yoga but not mysore… how will I know what to do? Do I need to print something out?

A. Mysore is the traditional method of learning Ashtanga Yoga. In class I will teach you what to do. The rest of the week you will try to practice what you learned on your own and then the next class we will build on what you learned and practice previously. Each week continues in this rhythm. You don’t need to have anything prepared in advance of your first class.

Q. I already have a Mysore practice. Are you going to request that I stop at a certain asana or have me practice primary only?

A. You are welcome to practice whatever is normal for you on Fridays. Please let me know how I can best support you. Some people just want to practice with others. Some people want tips and insights or to know what Sharath-style would be. Some people want help getting over a plateau or want to connect with a teacher. I can’t guess so please communicate and we will go from there!

Q. How long is class?

A. If you are a beginner or someone new to Mysore style, please budget 45 minutes to one hour 10am to 11am CT. You are welcome to log in before 10am CT to start if you are a seasoned practitioner. I will stay online with you until 11:15am CT. You are welcome to stay logged in for practice until noon.

Q. I have an injury / am restarting / am pregnant… Can I join?

A. Yes! Mysore is perfect for you. Practice can be completely tailored to you.

With 25 years of practice and more than 20 years of teaching, Elise is dedicated to the study and teaching of Ashtanga Yoga in the tradition of R. Sharath Jois. She began practicing Mysore-style Ashtanga in 2005 and has studied extensively in Mysore, India, receiving Level 2 Authorization from Sharath Jois in 2010.