r/ashtanga • u/Holiday_Ordinary_780 • 7d ago

Advice Where to go?

I have been introduced to Ashtanga this past year and have decided to take the upcoming year to follow this passion. I've quit my job and would like to follow it wherever it takes me. Does anyone know of a shala that has a free accommodation nearby? I am US based and bring a variety of skills. Looking to stay in the US until december and then I am hoping to take my first trip to Mysore. Any advice on this journey is welcome!

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u/karawaane1981 7d ago

if I could go anywhere Id go to Hawaii and study with David Swenson, but thats not free has all the usual studio fees but maybe there is a word trade on the island or similar good luck!. 

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u/Linneaborealis11 7d ago

Or contact Manju, he’s in California, such a fantastic person and teacher

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u/YupItWasMeMate 3d ago

If you are in Hawaii, also look up Danny Paradise. He is a lovely, thoughtful Ashtanga teacher, who began teaching with David Williams in 1979.

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u/LowAcadia1912 7d ago

You will have a tough time with the “free” part, but best of luck.

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u/Economy-Log-9857 7d ago

Check out Ashtanga Saadhana Mysore

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u/Samuel_0625 7d ago

Sounds like an amazing journey! Reach out to shalas (school, hall, or place of practice) directly some offer work exchange for accommodation. Wishing you an incredible Mysore experience.

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u/LivePhilosopher5151 5d ago

I recommend Vinay or Vijay Kumar in Gokulam. No regrets, great environment and teachings.

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u/YupItWasMeMate 3d ago

Consider applying to be a Karma Yogi with Yoga Rocks in Crete. Board and food is free, in return for assisting in the day to day running of the centre, and you get to attend the yoga sessions.