Ashtanga Play, Aug 11

Moved through the standing and half of the primary series with ease tonite. Having a steady group of regulars has had a great influence on the practice. Individuals are much more inquisitive in class and willing vocalize their curiosity. Engaging in dialogue during a set series definitely challenges the progression of the series, a fact that I hope everyone else in class approaches with the same nonchalance as I do.

Im noticing some difficulties as I attempt to bring a classic, more orthodox practice into my teaching space. With a set series, there seems to be less room to fit all the little curios that one finds in a pose. I find myself being at odds with maintaining a traditional standard of practice and wanting to rummage around in the playpen of contemporary yoga.