BREATHE

Welcome to Ashtanga Yoga Therapy with Christina Martini

Your Mindful Wellness Practice

Aloha, and welcome! I’m so glad you’re interested in Ashtanga Yoga Therapy, a structured, mindful system of movement, breath, and awareness designed to support healing, wellness, and vitality. My goal is to help you connect and understand deeply your body, mind, and spirit, cultivating health, resilience, and presence—one breath, one posture at a time.

I practice and teach with values of care, integrity, and respect. I welcome students of all beliefs and backgrounds. Whether your approach is spiritual, secular, or wellness-focused, your practice is yours—an opportunity to breathe, move, restore, and fully experience life.

What to Expect in Practice

• Breath and Movement Together: Every inhale and exhale nourishes your body and guides each posture.

• Mindful Alignment: Postures support safety, mobility, and balance.

• Therapeutic Benefits: Designed to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

• Your Own Pace: Honor your body and its unique needs—no comparison, only presence.

Core Principles

• Breath as Life: Use breath to energize, calm, and release tension.

• Awareness and Presence: Observe sensations, alignment, and energy flow.

• Patience and Self-Respect: Respect limits, honor effort, and approach each posture with care.

• Integration: Each breath and posture strengthens holistic health and mindful living.

Benefits of Ashtanga Yoga Therapy

• Builds strength, flexibility, balance, and posture awareness

• Enhances joint, bone, and spinal health

• Supports neurological function, cardiovascular and metabolic health

• Improves mental clarity, focus, and emotional resilience

• Encourages daily self-care, mindfulness, and vitality

Mysore Self-Practice

Your Personal, Self-Paced Healing Practice
Mysore style is a self-led practice within a guided framework. Students move at their own pace while receiving individualized support. Breath is your guide, mindfulness is your compass, and growth is personal.

Key Elements:

• Gradual introduction of postures

• Focus on breath, alignment, and internal rhythm

• Individualized cues and adjustments as needed

• Closing with reflection and rest

Led Primary Series

Teacher-Guided Group Practice
Led classes provide structured, flowing instruction, moving together with verbal cues and guidance for alignment and safety. Modifications are offered for different abilities, health needs, or pre-existing conditions.

Key Elements:

• Breath-linked movements with teacher guidance

• Mindful transitions and posture sequencing

• Support for safe practice, alignment, and self-awareness

• Closing with guided relaxation and reflection

Your Practice, Your Path

Whether your focus is wellness, therapy, fitness, or spiritual growth, Ashtanga Yoga Therapy supports your journey toward health, vitality, mindfulness, and holistic well-being. Every posture, pause, and breath is an opportunity to honor your body, deepen awareness, and experience life fully.

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