for beginners
Star jacquard leggings by Pepper & Mayne £69
These compression leggings are created using the latest seamless technology for a comfortable compression fit, allowing for an advanced range of movement. The compact spun yarn also makes them highly durable and moisture wicking, keeping you cool and dry when you practice.
Chalk ball by Beyond Hope £3
An occasional squeeze of a chalk ball will absorb sweat, keeping your hands dry enough to stay static on your mat. An integral piece of yoga kit if you feel slippery hands are inhibiting your practice.
Ashtanga Yoga The Practice Manual (book) by David Swenson £21.95
Whether you’re new to ashtanga or an experienced student or teacher, you will find this book by David Swenson to be invaluable. It contains over 650 photos and multiple variations for every asana in the primary and intermediate series, plus 3 short forms.
Yoga for Beginners (DVD) by Kino MacGregor £11
In this beginner’s yoga DVD, Kino MacGregor introduces you to the practice of ashtanga yoga. As a professional yoga teacher, the most frequent request Kino receives from her students is for a beginner’s programme. These progressive segments will help you build a strong foundation of yoga as you learn the postures at the perfect pace.
Mend Blend by Skin & Tonic large pot £30/small pot £15
Everyone knows the feeling of tired and aching muscles after strenuous exercise or a vigorous yoga class. This can occur when starting a new exercise programme or when increasing the duration and intensity of a regular workout. To support the muscles in their recovery and lighten the associated discomfort, we created a sensational muscle balm called Mend Blend with our favourite organic London skincare brand Skin & Tonic. Exclusively sold in our triyoga shops, the Mend Blend contains organic ingredients to provide not only a tingling sensation, but also to increase blood circulation for a speedy recovery.
for seasoned practitioners
Equa hand towel by Manduka £11
Absorbent and quick drying, the eQua® Hand Yoga Towel is the perfect accessory while working up a sweat during your advanced ashtanga practice. Its split microfibre technology ensures optimised moisture absorption, evaporation and wet-grip.
Organic cotton dhurrie mat by Yogamatters £24
Custom made for yoga practice the traditional Indian way, this dhurrie mat is handcrafted from densely woven, pure organic cotton, so that it retains its shape during vigorous yoga practice. This mat is recommended for ashtanga yoga as it absorbs sweat; also, leading ashtanga teacher David Swenson has said he prefers the rug on top of a yoga mat arrangement as your feet are touching a natural material.
Ashtanga Yoga (DVD) by John Scott £17
This DVD is a valuable practice guide for the all levels of practitioner. Take a 15 minute class with John Scott and begin your personal yoga journey, or follow John through a complete 90 minute full primary series class.
The Power of Ashtanga Yoga (book) by Kino MacGregor £18.99
In this follow-up to her popular first book, Kino MacGregor presents the intermediate (second) series, with basic introduction to ashtanga yoga philosophy and the entire series explained alongside 125 photos. This book is appropriate for those who are already practising ashtanga yoga and who want a solid, engaging entrée into intermediate level practice.
Did you know we offer over 25 different styles of yoga on our schedule? To showcase the variety, we’ll be highlighting different styles each month throughout the year – and we’re starting 2018 with ashtanga yoga. Get to know each style with exclusive content right here on our blog and with our special offers: this month you can bring a friend for free to any ashtanga class at triyoga.
