Beginners Courses & Classes

We love beginners and work hard to make sure that we have specific entry points for folks to take their first steps in their yoga practices, in classes or courses.

Our upcoming courses starting in September below and drop-in options that our on our schedule all year round.

Welcome to reach out to us if you have any questions.

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    NEW Class: Ashtanga Basics Thursday 7:15PM

    Ashtanga Basic – Build the Foundation

    Perfect for beginners and those looking to revisit the fundamentals, our Ashtanga Basic class offers a supportive introduction to the traditional Ashtanga Yoga method. In this guided class, we explore the key postures of the Primary Series with a focus on breath, alignment, and steady movement.

    You’ll learn the foundational elements of the practice—sun salutations, standing poses, seated postures, and finishing sequence—at a manageable pace. Some postures may be workshopped and explained in depth, other times we flow through the sequence posture by posture. Emphasis is placed on connecting movement with breath (vinyasa), and building strength and flexibility safely over time.

    Whether you’re new to Ashtanga or returning after a break, this class will help you establish a solid base for further practice. No prior experience required. All levels welcome.

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    Wednesday 7:00PM: 6 weeks Mysore Course w/Kirsten

    5th Nov - 10 December 2025

    A rare opportunity to study Mysore style Ashtanga in a dedicated beginners environment over six weeks.

    This course will prepare you for building a long term Ashtanga self practice, and to join our Mysore program.

    Mysore style is personalised 1:1 help in building your Ashtanga practice: not merely learning the sequence of postures (asana), but delving into the alignment, breathing (pranayama), gaze points (drishti) and energetic locks (bandha), which give the Ashtanga practice it’s therapeutic potency.  

    This course is suitable for brand new beginners or a student who has not practiced Mysore style of Ashtanga yoga before. It is for all levels, bodies, ability, ages, sizes and genders.  

    This 6 week course is £60. Wednesday at 19:00 - 20:00. Please make sure you can attend all sessions, we can offer make-up days within the 6 week period (no refunds). If you are a student/senior- please email us for the discount code.

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    Drop in Options

    Alongside our Beginners course there are also a several weely classes on our schedule that are particularly beginner friendly:

    - Mysore Beginners: Monday 10:00 & Wednesday 19:00.

    - Ashtanga Basics: Thursday 19:15

    - Gentle Vinyasa: Friday 10:30, Saturday 08:45

    - Yin: Friday 15:45 (In-person & Online)

    - Community Yoga- Pay what you can: Thursday 12:00 (In-person & Online)

    Full Timetable

“ I recently completed the beginners Ashtanga yoga course with Kirsten and couldn’t recommend it more. The pace of the course was spot on, Kirsten created a really supportive environment where each week built naturally on the last. I always felt comfortable asking questions and taking my time to learn.

Thanks to this solid introduction, I felt confident enough to join the Mysore-style sessions. Two months in, I’m now attending three times a week and loving the routine of developing my own practice at my own pace.

Mysore practice is both grounding and challenging. I’ve learned it’s not just about getting the posture ‘right,’ but about being present and in tune with my body and breath.

The instructors – Kirsten, Emma, and Vanessa – have all been incredibly supportive, observant, and welcoming. Each brings a slightly different energy, which has really helped me grow in different ways.

If you’re curious about Ashtanga but unsure where to start, I highly recommend the beginners course. For me, Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh is calm, friendly, and inclusive.”

— Scott, 6 week Mysore Course attendee