The Ashtanga Pranayama
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we present the Ashtanga pranayama sequence as taught by KP Jois and detailed by David Garrigues.
Objective
Become familiar with the traditional five-pranayama sequence, including ujjayi and nadi shodana with retention.
What You'll Get
You'll learn the structure and progression of the classical Ashtanga breathing practices, complete with breath counts, retention patterns, and hand positions. This sequence is a bridge from asana into deeper energetic work and offers a clear template for establishing a dedicated pranayama practice. For teachers, it's an invaluable resource for understanding the historical context and technical precision of these practices as passed down through the Ashtanga lineage.
The Ashtanga Pranayamas have a fascinating antiquity-- having been taught to different students at different times by KP Jois. There seems to be some consistancy in the pranayama assignment during different periods, though not across periods. at a variety of different times.
The following is from the incredible text Vayu Siddhi: Secrets of Yogic Breathing by Sri David Garrigues.
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