Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #17195 in DVD
• Released on: 2009-06-15
• Rating: Exempt
• Format: PAL
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 158 minutes

Synopsis
The core of the Ashtanga Yoga practice is the sequence of postures known as Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutation. Here, Nicki Doane, a dedicated student of Patabhi Jois (the father of Ashtanga yoga), introduces newcomers to the vigorous Surya Namaskar A and Surya Namaskar B sequences. Her instructions are precise, no-nonsense, and fully supported by impeccable demonstrations of each posture. She also covers the essentials of Ujjayi pranayam (a breathing practice that creates inner heat and focus) and a few seated postures. Although this is a beginner's guide it is not for the brand-new yogi, but for an intermediate student who is ready for a more intense physical experience.

Customer Reviews

Gaiam - practice DVD
This DVD explains quite well the sun salutations and the fundamental asanas. Where it actually stops, without touching the primary series. Besides, as it also stated in the DVD, the breathing of Giaim is longer than usual in order to "explain better:, which I found quite useless, as you cannot do the yoga exercise with this DVD guide - you simply finish the asana 10 seconds before the instructor. So if you want to watch and see how the beginning of ashtanga practice looks like - this DVD might help you. If you would like to practice ashtanga with a DVD guide - it won't.

This is the best Dvd
I practise yoga on a regular occasion. I try to practise every day. I mean I would if I didn't have to work and do all the other daily chores that life throws are way.

I came across this dvd through using other dvds from the Gaiam range. I love these dvds and find them very professional. I have been recommended their use from my husband who is a professional ballet dancer.

Niki is a machine and is so precise in her practise. I feel safe with all of her practise and reassured that the movements are very safe for my body. I love her beliefs about yoga and would recommend this dvd to anyone.

I hope you do have the same experience!

Namaste

good yoga routine
Its an easy to follow routine, but man alive is her voice boring, not soothing, not enlightening just boring! Mute the dvd and its great!