Ashtanga yoga for advanced students
Private practice with a teacher who sees every movement
What is ashtanga yoga?
Ashtanga yoga (ashtanga vinyasa yoga) is a dynamic style of yoga with a fixed sequence of poses in which every movement is done on an inhale or an exhale. The word "ashtanga" (Sanskrit: aṣṭāṅga) means "eight limbs" – the eight stages of yoga, of which the physical poses are only one. Ashtanga takes more strength, flexibility and stamina than hatha or vinyasa, so it is for advanced students.
- Format: private only
- Where: live on Google Meet
- Length: 60 min
- Price: €55 per class, €200 (4 classes) or €360 (8 classes) a month
- For: advanced students with a solid yoga foundation
- Languages: Lithuanian, English
- Teacher: Aurimas Savickas
Why does an ashtanga practice stall?
- 01You've practised yoga for a long time, but your sequence has stalled at the same poses.
- 02You practise on your own or from a recording, but don't know whether your transitions and jumps are right.
- 03In a group class the teacher can't correct everyone, and you need precise adjustments.
- 04You want to deepen your practice with a clear structure and see your progress.
In ashtanga the poses repeat, so an ingrained mistake repeats every time – especially in jumps, transitions and difficult poses.
In a private class I see your whole sequence, we fix what's holding you back and add poses only when the earlier ones are done safely.
Ashtanga yoga for advanced students: how we work one to one
Traditional ashtanga has a fixed sequence of poses, and for an advanced student quality matters more than the number of poses.
Private classes rest on four principles:
Imagine: you move through your sequence with confidence, the transitions become easy, and the poses you were stuck on for so long become part of your practice.
Breath and focal points
Ujjayi breathing, the gaze point (drishti) and bandhas – they keep the rhythm through the whole sequence.
Transitions and vinyasas
Jumping forward and back, transitions between seated poses – that's where ingrained mistakes usually hide.
Moving the sequence on
We add new poses only when the earlier ones are done safely. That way you see progress every month.
Versions for your body
Even for an advanced student some poses may still be out of reach – then we use preparatory versions rather than pushing "through the pain".
A private ashtanga class is €55. Want to talk about your practice? Let's start with a free 20-minute call.
Start with a callHow does a private ashtanga yoga class work?
Start and breath
A short chat about how you feel, ujjayi breathing and bandhas.
Sun salutations
Surya namaskar A and B – rhythm and warmth for the whole body.
Standing and seated poses
Your part of the sequence, with corrections in real time.
Closing poses and rest
Inversions (if you're ready), shavasana and calm breathing.
Practising ashtanga safely
- Yoga is not medical treatment and does not replace a doctor or physiotherapist.
- Ashtanga is one of the most intense styles of yoga, so if you're pregnant or have high blood pressure, a heart condition, glaucoma, or a wrist, shoulder, knee or back injury, talk to your doctor before you start.
- Mention your health in your booking message – I'll adapt the sequence. A stretch should be felt, but not painful.
Who is ashtanga yoga for?
Works for you if…
- you practise yoga regularly and do the basic poses with confidence;
- you already practise ashtanga or vinyasa and want to go deeper;
- you want the teacher's full attention on you alone;
- you're looking for a practice that builds strength, stamina and focus.
Not ideal if…
- you're just starting yoga – start with hatha yoga for beginners, then move on to vinyasa;
- you want group classes – I teach ashtanga privately only; for a group, choose vinyasa yoga
“Professional yoga and fitness trainer. Workouts are effective and balanced. He explains exercises clearly, motivates and shares useful healthy nutrition tips. Great atmosphere and tangible results. Recommended!”
“Aurimas is a great coach who really cares about you and tries his best to achieve results together with you!”
“We started out with bodyweight moves and gradually worked our way up to free weights, which was a really smooth progression. He's super knowledgeable about posture and technique, and he even helped me get my nutrition on track with some solid advice. What I appreciated most was how he built a schedule that actually worked with my lifestyle rather than just giving me a generic plan.”
How do you start ashtanga yoga?
A free 20-minute call
We talk about your yoga experience, health and goal. Ashtanga is for advanced students, so if your foundation isn't there yet, I'll suggest starting with hatha or vinyasa.
First class
I assess your sequence, mobility and strength, and we agree what to work on first.
A fixed time
With a monthly plan, classes are at the same time every week – in ashtanga, regularity matters most.
Your sequence grows
We add poses gradually. Between classes you can practise the part you've learned on your own.
Book a time
Choose what you would like to book, then pick a day and time. Group classes and private sessions are paid when you book; the call is free.
Have a membership or monthly plan? Enter the code from your email when booking – no payment needed.
Ashtanga yoga class prices
A private ashtanga yoga class is €55 for 60 minutes. With a monthly plan one class costs €50 (4 classes) or €45 (8 classes), and for an intensive month – three times a week for €500 (about €42 per class). A monthly plan gives you a fixed weekly slot.
Good to know
- 1.Monthly services — memberships, plans, coaching, monthly support and packages — run for 30 days and renew monthly. You can cancel at any time.
- 2.Classes, sessions and consultations are paid in advance — your time is reserved once payment is received.
- 3.Classes, sessions and calls in monthly services are used within the paid 30-day period.
- 4.If you cancel at least 24 hours ahead, we move your class, session or call to another time — for monthly services, within the same 30-day period.
- 5.A monthly private plan comes with a fixed weekly slot.
- 6.A group class runs with four to eight people — so everyone gets attention.
Ashtanga yoga: what to know
What are the eight limbs of yoga?
According to Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the eight limbs of yoga are: yama (ethical principles towards others), niyama (personal discipline), asana (body poses), pranayama (breath control), pratyahara (withdrawing attention from the outside), dharana (concentration), dhyana (meditation) and samadhi (complete absorption). In class we work with asanas, breath and attention.
Questions about ashtanga yoga
No. Ashtanga is for advanced students – people who practise yoga regularly and do the basic poses with confidence. For beginners I recommend hatha yoga, then vinyasa.
A private 60-minute class is €55. Monthly plan: 4 classes – €200, 8 classes – €360, 12 classes – €500. Paid in advance, no commitment.
Because ashtanga is for advanced students, and everyone's sequence and points to correct are different. That can't be done safely in a group, so I teach ashtanga privately only. If you want a dynamic practice in a group, vinyasa yoga on Thursdays is the one.
Yes. On Google Meet I see your whole body and correct you in real time. It's important to place the camera so the whole mat is visible. At the moment classes are online only; we plan in-person classes in Kaunas in the future.
If you've practised yoga regularly for at least a few months, do sun salutations, downward dog and the warrior poses with confidence, and keep your breathing rhythm in a dynamic class, you're most likely ready. If in doubt, we'll talk it through in a free 20-minute call.
Yes, it's usually more physically intense than hatha and vinyasa: lots of weight on the hands, jumps and transitions. That's why it builds strength and stamina especially well.
Only after talking to your doctor. At such times calmer hatha yoga is often a better fit. Mention your pregnancy or injury in your booking message and I'll advise what to choose.
Lithuanian or English – whichever you prefer.
No. A monthly plan runs for 30 days and renews monthly – you can cancel at any time. If you cancel at least 24 hours ahead, we move your class to another time.
A non-slip mat, comfortable clothes, a towel, water and a camera that sees the whole mat. Avoid a heavy meal for 2 hours before class.
Deepen your ashtanga practicewith a teacher who sees every movement
Ashtanga yoga for advanced students – a private class is €55, or from €45 with a monthly plan. Want to talk about your practice? A free 20-minute call, no commitment.