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We strive to build an internal heat through breath and body movement. We sweat in order to detox our bodies as well as our minds. This allows the release of daily toxins, stress, worries and tension. Join us!

Intro to Ashtanga - 60 min.

A great class for those new to the practice and adaptable for the more experienced practitioners, the Intro to Ashtanga is an abbreviated version of the Primary Series. [Sun Salutations, Foundational Standing & Seated Asanas, Closing Sequence including inversions & headstands (optional)].

Ashtanga - 90 min.

Following the Primary Series this is a strong therapeutic practice, ordered in a way to align, cleanse & purify the body. This class is taught with emphasis on integrating the asanas with Ujjayi breathing, Bandhas, and Dristhis. [Surya Namaskara A & B, Standing Asanas, Seated Asanas (foundational and twisting), and the Closing Sequence (inversions & headstands)].

Counted Primary Series

This is a full primary series class conducted in the traditional Ashtanga method. Each posture and sequence has a particular count that is called out by the teacher. This is a fast-paced, dynamic sequence that develops grace, strength and mental focus. It is recommended that students taking this class have some prior Ashtanga yoga experience.

Ashtanga Flow

Following the framework and flow of the Ashtanga series but allowing for the freedom to explore postures deeper and look for modifications when needed. Additional postures may also be added to discover new challenges and gain greater strength, balance and focus into our practice.

Power/Vinyasa - 90 min.

While following the flow of Ashtanga, this eclectic version has Primary & Intermediate asanas, including Arm Balances, Backbends, Inversions, & Headstands! A challenging & invigorating practice that is sure to increase flexibility, strength, and stamina. Ideal for experienced practitioners and athletes, and modifications for new practitioners as well.

Intermediate to advanced levels but, as always, modifications available.

Prenatal Yoga

Celebrate your pregnancy in a supportive group practicing yoga

• Practice gentle postures
• Learn breathwork
• Gain flexibility
• Explore meditation
• Deepen relationship with your baby
• Achieve confidence for labor, childbirth, and motherhood
• no prior yoga experience necessary

Tot Yoga

Celebrate the joy of your tot with yoga. Have a fabulous time bonding with your child and enhance your healthy lifestyle.

• fun and creative way to approach yoga
• learn ways to incorporate yoga into play
• discover ways to calm your tot
• enjoy meaningful play-time
• learn songs and dance with your tot
• gain confidence with your tot
• meet other caregivers and share experiences

Tween Yoga (9-12 years old)

Explore the world of yoga in a lighthearted environment. Students will be encouraged to move with awareness and gain a better self-awareness. The Power OF YOGA IN TWEENs!

• Preventative maintenance of health issues for your body and mind
• helps control reactions to situations
• increases flexibility which helps prevent sports injuries
• breathing techniques teaches Tweens how to relax and be still
• increases gross and fine motor skills
• improves posture, comfort level with your body and self-esteem
• strengthens muscles, builds stamina, promotes stability and balance
• releases tension and stress by opening areas of tightness
• makes the mind peaceful, calm, focused and happy
• elongates attention span

 

July
Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
8 am-9 am Power Hour	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9:30 am Ashtanga
10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Ashtanga Flow	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11 am Power Hour	10 am-11:30 am Ashtanga
4 pm-5:30 pm Ashtanga		4 pm-5:30 pm Ashtanga		4 pm-5 pm Ashtanga Flow		4 pm-5:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
6 pm-7:30 pm Ashtanga	5:30 pm-6:30 pm Power/Vinyasa	6 pm-7:30 pm Counted Primary Series	5:30 pm-6:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
	7:00 pm-8:30 pm Power/Vinyasa		7:00 pm-8:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
July 6, 13, 2o & 27 - Tot Yoga (12:30 - 1:00) 2 -3 years July 6, 13, 20 & 27 - Kids Yoga (4-4:30) 4 - 8 years July 8 - FREE YOGA July 10, 17, 24, 31 - Prenatal 6 wk session begins (11:15 - 12:15) July 23 - The Heart of Chanting Ashtanga 101 - Workshop with Britt - 12 spaces $35

August
Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
8 am-9 am Power Hour	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9 am Intro to Ashtanga	8 am-9:30 am Ashtanga
10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Ashtanga Flow	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11:30 am Power/Vinyasa	10 am-11 am Power Hour	10 am-11:30 am Ashtanga
4 pm-5:30 pm Ashtanga		4 pm-5:30 pm Ashtanga		4 pm-5 pm Ashtanga Flow		4 pm-5:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
6 pm-7:30 pm Ashtanga	5:30 pm-6:30 pm Power/Vinyasa	6 pm-7:30 pm Counted Primary Series	5:30 pm-6:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
	7:00 pm-8:30 pm Power/Vinyasa		7:00 pm-8:30 pm Power/Vinyasa
August 8th - FREE YOGA August 7, 14 - Prenatal 6 wk session begins (11:15 - 12:15)

$12/Class - Walk In
$98/1 Month - Unlimited
$488/6 Months - Unlimited
$888/1 Year - Unlimited
$44/4 Class Card - 2Mth Exp
$80/8 Class Card - 3Mth Exp

Students

$10/Class-Walk In
$68/1 Month Unlimited

Amy Commander

Amy's passion for yoga began 6 years ago after attending a yoga class at a local studio and has been growing ever since. Her love for yoga took her across the country in an effort to increase her knowledge and understanding of the various forms of yoga.

Having been blessed with two beautiful children, Amy never ceased her practice of yoga throughout each of her pregnancies. She attributes her health as a mother and birth of her healthy children to her practice of yoga and an overall ‘yoga lifestyle.’

Amy began practicing Ashtanga at a local gym in May 2008 and fell in love with the traditional yoga. She began her 200 hour Ashtanga teacher training with Beryl Bender Birch the following fall. As a student of Beryl's she experienced the practice of transforming yoga into all aspects of daily life, by taking your practice off your mat.

Amy shared this similar desire with another yoga enthusiast, Brittney Crosby. A desire to bring awareness of the eight fold path of Ashtanga to others in the community. In the spring of 2009, from that collaboration, 8 Limbs was born.

Currently, Amy is continuing her studies by attending teacher training's led by David Swenson starting in the fall of 2009. She believes that in order to be an effective teacher, she must always remain a student herself.

When not in the studio you will find Amy around St Augustine being a blissful mother to her beautiful children, John Douglas (4) and Reece (2 1/2).

 

Brittney Crosby

Brittney's roots are deep in this little town... a 10th generation St. Augustine native. As a young child and through to the preteen years gymnastics was her thing. As her body matured, it proved to be too much physically and she began swimming. Always giving thanks to gymnastics for an early mind/body connection and swimming for breath awareness. It would be a few years later before these key ingredients came to light again... She started playing tennis at 16 and took her first yoga class at 17.

She went on to play college tennis for Broward Community College where they were ranked #1 in the State and Nation both years. It consumed her life and ransacked her body. Between tennis and car accident injuries her body was really getting beat up, her knees, shoulders, wrist, and neck were always irritated. Each time she ached she always went back to yoga and always felt better. The tug of war between yoga and tennis may never end, but every atom of her is YOGA. With inspiration from many precious light beings and divine intervention her spiritual path opened and 8 Limbs was born. She took her first Ashtanga class in 2006, it happened to be "MYSORE" style... the teachers were very kind and led her through lovingly. She has been hooked ever since. This practice of asanas differed from her previous 'yoga' experience (there was way more to the 90 min on the mat) it encompassed 7 other beautiful aspects.

In 2008 this 8 limbed path led her to India, the taproot of yoga. She lived in an ashram in Northern India studying asanas, Indian Culture & Yoga Philosophy, practicing pranayama, meditation, chanting in egg shaped domes, kirtans on the banks of the Ganges river, singing along with the tablas, harmoniums, & sitars, and most of all connected with amazing souls.

She came home feeling refreshed knowing good things were happening. Within months she and Amy reconnected and began practicing ashtanga together....then on September 8th 2009... 8 Limbs Yoga Opened it's doors in this quaint little town.

As always enjoying the present and excited about what's evolving. "Practice and all is coming" - KPJ

 

Suzy Boerema

Suzy’s love of yoga began as a young girl growing up in Miami in the 70’s. Her mother practiced in the home and often brought Suzy with her when attending a local studio class. As a mother of two young children, Suzy once again discovered yoga at the local gym. This time, however, it was power yoga.

In 2007, after several years of practicing a couple of times a week with various instructors, Suzy began her 200-hour Ashtanga teacher training with Beryl Bender Birch (www.power-yoga.com). This is also when she started her daily home practice and began her understanding of the transformative effects of daily practice in all aspects of your life.

Suzy lives in St. Augustine with her husband, Steve and her two children, Marley and Finley. She teaches many yoga classes a week and gets great joy sharing her passion for Ashtanga yoga with the community.

 

Kristen Hossa Pytel

Kristen has a degree in Communication and International Affairs is from the University of Nebraska. After working in sales and marketing, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Recalling the peace and tranquility of the yoga she learned as a child, Kristen studied at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Lennox, MA, and received her yoga teaching certification.

In addition to teaching yoga—including asana and pranayama—Kristen discovered how movement and dance can release the body’s energy. Inspired by this energy, she earned her Global Dance Certification in Sedona, AZ.

In Kristen’s interview for the June 2004 issue of The Lark Letter, she said, “Yoga has been a lifelong journey.”

The benefits of yoga motivated Kristen to help children. She trained at the Next Generation Yoga Studio in New York City. When working with special needs children in the Chicago area, Kristen saw how yoga dramatically increased a child’s self-esteem. She taught children ages three to 10, and trained parents to incorporate yoga into their lives. She also developed a self-esteem program for pre-teens and teens.

Kristen acquired her Prenatal and Post Natal certification at Kripalu so she could guide expecting parents through a happy, healthy pregnancy. She continued parent and child yoga classes after the baby’s birth.

After obtaining her certification for Ayurvedic Thai Yoga Bodywork, Kristen was gratified to see how Thai Yoga Bodywork could hasten healing as she worked with minor league baseball players, football players, and equestrians.

Kristen has owned and managed her own yoga businesses in the Midwest and South, where she taught yoga and spin classes, both privately and in groups, and developed workshops.

 

Call or email us for more info:

Amy Commander 904-434-3099 · amy@8limbsyogastaug.com
Brittney Crosby 904-669-0987 · brittney@8limbsyogastaug.com

 

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