Discover the tradition of Ashtanga Yoga within the community of Edinburgh.
Welcome to the home of AYE & Hillside Collective, where you will find dedicated, community focused, small classes with senior teachers to support you with both traditional and authentic yogic practices for all levels.
Introductory Offer:
3 Classes for £25
Ashtanga Mysore Style
Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh established in 2008 and offers a daily Mysore style program both AM & PM, led classes, beginners courses and online options for all levels in the tradition of Ashtanga Vinyāsa Yoga as taught in Mysore, India.
Hillside Collective
Hillside Collective is a collective built with AYE to represent offering beyond the Ashtanga Vinyasa lineage.
All-levels welcome
Mysore Style Practice for Beginners to Advanced Students.
Our class sizes are small (10-12 students) with very senior teachers (10+years) and are packed with community connections and care.
We welcome all levels of students to our shala and have built out our program to suit you were you are right now, body and mind.
Community lies a the core of what we do and you’ll find our home is built just for that.
Our Values at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh.
Inclusion
We guide your practice to improve your quality life, making you feel better in your body and mind and improving relationships with those around you. We can cater for your individual needs and adjust and adapt postures to suit your body and energy each day/stage of life. We teach you how to build long term daily yoga practices that are sustainable, challenging, exciting and appropriate for you.
Authenticity
Our teaching combines physical practice with traditional elements of Sanskrit, chanting, and ancient yogic philosophy. Remaining true to the authentic roots of this mindful way of living. We support you to learn deeply beyond the āsana (postures).
Empowerment
We strongly believe that you are the master of your own bodies/minds- inner Gurus! AYE is committed to creating an uplifting and inclusive space where diversity is celebrated. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for abuse in all its forms and have often been called a “Progressive Ashtanga” community.
Community
Community is at our heart, we welcome you all in. Our space is designed to allow for conversation and connection, with community events, family orientated and adaptable for you as life changes.
Your Shala – “Spiritual Home” for Yoga in Edinburgh.
Find our studio, quietly nestled on Montgomery Street Lane, just behind Calton Hill, offering daily classes.
On street paid parking within minutes walk.
3 bike locking stations right at the studio- more nearby.
Accessible toilet and changing area.
Cosy reception area with free tea & coffee and library.
Free mat hire and props for all, mat storage available for monthly members.
Student Reviews at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh
“The mysore practice has given me a new sense of purpose and belonging, both in community and especially in my own body. Each morning I leave the session feeling empowered for the day, with strength, resilience and motivation. I am grateful to Emma and the other teachers for sharing their wisdom, helping me to adapt the sequence and postures, and for welcoming me in as a new student.”
— Hazel Watson, Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh Practitioner