Ashtanga Yoga Center

Who are we?

PresentationWe founded Ashtanga Yoga Paris (AYP) in 2004. Gérald Disse and Linda Munro are senior professors AYP, Gerald began yoga in 1989 and Linda in 1996. We specialize in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and we formed our own team teachers , to ensure a consistent and quality education.

We teach traditionally called Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style (unguided practice), or being guided for all levels. We also offer Vinyasa classes (dynamic yoga derived from Ashtanga), Yin Restorative Yoga (practice softer that regenerates the body in depth) and pranayama classes (specific breathing exercises).

Every year we organize the Teacher Trainings recognized by Yoga Alliance. 200h and 300h (Paris, Antibes and online)

Welcome to our studio, we welcome all who are interested in the path of yoga!

Gérald Disse and Linda Munro who are senior teachers founded Ashtanga Yoga Paris in 2004. Gérald started yoga in 1989 and Linda in 1996. They specialize in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and train their own team of teachers to assure a high level of quality, coherent, intelligent and compassionate teaching. We teach Ashtanga Yoga in the traditional way, called Mysore Style, as well as led Ashtanga classes for all levels. In addition, we offer Vinyasa classes, which is also a dynamic system of yoga āsanas deriving from Ashtanga, Yin Restorative yoga for those who prefer a practice more static and classes of Pranayama (specific breathing exercises).

Yoga is a traditional form of yoga which was taught by Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore,. Linda and Gerald were the first in Paris to establish an Ashtanga school which offered a full program of Mysore style classes. Linda started teaching traditional morning Mysore in Paris in 2002 and when Gerald moved to Paris from (where he was one of the first French men to be a direct student of Sri. K. Pattabhi Jois with whom he studied 8 years) they established Ashtanga Yoga Paris together in 2004. They now offer a complete program of Ashtanga for all levels from beginners to advanced and a team of inspiring and skilled teachers whom they’ve trained over the years.

We approach the Ashtanga Yoga practice in a unique way, paying close attention to alignment in order to do the postures safely with a profound inner awareness. This adds a therapeutic aspect to the yoga where one can learn to heal themselves; helping to correct previous injuries, mend emotional wounds or simply maintain a healthy body and mind.

This method of dynamic yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures, a process producing intense internal heat and a purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind. The Ashtanga Yoga system places equal emphasis on strength, flexibility, and stamina. Through regular practice of the physical postures of Ashtanga Yoga, personal insights begin to manifest. We become aware of what we put in our bodies and how we interact with the world around us; growing our ability to concentrate fully and live a healthier, more contented life. If one dedicates oneself to this practice it will change that person’s life, and possibly those close to them!