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Please note to reap the benefits of yoga, a recommendation of minimum 2- 3 days a week up to 4-6 days a week can begin transformation to your life. The tuition is set an affordable unlimited monthly rate.

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The shala has a policy to refrain from the use of substances such as Cannabis, TCH, CBD, Mushrooms, etc most especially prior and during practice and after practice. Please read student etiquette prior to registering for class as private lesson may be more suited for your practice until cessation or sobriety is in progress.

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Disclaimer, Waiver, Release of Liability: Christina Martini Yoga , Shala Santosha Yoga & Wellness LLC and its staff teachers reserves the right to amend this policy at its sole discretion. RELEASE OF LIABILITY I understand that the risk that I may become exposed to or infected by BY THE FLU, COMMUNICABLE ILLNESS, COVID-19 and it is my sole responsibility and Christina Martini Yoga , Shala Santosha Yoga & Wellness LLC waives all liability as aforementioned best practices will be followed. I release all liability from Christina Martini Yoga , Shala Santosha Yoga & Wellness LLC from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, Christina Martini Yoga , Shala Santosha Yoga & Wellness LLC , employees, volunteers, and participants. 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Complete the Registration and Waiver, Release of Liability Form by clicking the button above. Prior to arrival and beginning your practice at the Shala, Christina Martini will schedule a call to answer questions you might have and go over your registration. This gives us a chance to get to know you, your personal need, intentions, experiences, ask and answer questions.

Practice Guidelines:
NEW STUDENT: Ashtanga Yoga Mysore program , the one on one learning and teaching of yoga in a small group setting class is available for all to develop a strong foundation of trust between the teachers and students.
Once you complete registration, inquiry or new student form, Christina will reach out to you to communicate, go over personal experiences, ask and answer questions, and set clear each other's role in developing your personal yogapractice. Christina will email, call or text prior to beginning and arriving to your first practice.
PAYMENT and DUES: Students are expected to pay for drop ins or the unlimited month of practice prior to beginning class on the first day no later than the 5th day of each month. Please manage your accounts responsibly and in a timely manner. Christina does not send a reminder unless you are late or in arrears.
New students starting after the first of the month will be prorated for their first month only. Please do not ask to prorate monthly Shala dues for miscellaneous absences, vacations or lack of attendance on your part. All tuition are monthly unlimited , non-refundable, non-transferrable, and expires each month. Please note, there are no refunds, holds/freezes, exchanges, transfers, extensions or rollovers on monthly tuition or special event classes. Please manage your accounts responsibly and in a timely manner. New students starting after the first of the month will be prorated for their first month only. Please do not ask to prorate monthly Shala dues for miscellaneous absences.
Payments are to be made via Zelle, cash or check payable to Christina Martini Yoga, Payments can be left in the “Drop Box” on my desk or paid online via Venmo, Zelle, (Paypal and Credit Card subject to 3% fee) or billed to your health insurance plan if Yoga benefit is covered.
Each practitioner is entrusted to manage their own account and pay Shala fees as they become due at the beginning of each month, without notice or supervision by us. This allows Christina to focus her time on you and your practice rather than devoting time to unnecessary administration.
CLEANLINESS : Please maintain personal cleanliness and bring your own yoga mat and sweat towel to practice daily. A hot shower before practice helps to increase flexibility and mental alertness. Refrain from wearing any oils, fragrances when coming to the Shala, as strong smells can make practice and breathing difficult for others.
CLOTHING/ATTIRE: Dress in comfortable and modest clothes, mind the length of coverage for your shorts and tops that it is being respectful of others and the Shala teachers. Do not wear socks during the practice, but if you like you may wear them for the relaxation -savasana.
EATING and DRINKING: Please do not eat before practice. Our digestive system should be as empty as possible from eating any food at least 2-4 hours prior. Do not be overly concern to sweat or feel a bit challenge or tired, it is part of the detox and cleansing process towards healing, strength, growth and development. This is why we begin at dawn or early morning to practice which is best after waking up, perform your emptying of bowel and bladder, refrain from drinking water during practice, unless otherwise advised for medical conditions. No water bottles in practice room.
UNNECESSARY NOICE and DISTRACTIONS: Cell phones must be in silent in back room cubbies and other accessories like watches, jewelry, rings, bracelets, anklets, necklaces, etc must not be worn during practice. Please keep the floors clear of anything but your mat and towel. Your sweatshirt, extra clothing, all personal belongings should be stored in designated cubbies in the back room during practice. Please maintain silence during and after practice, being mindful of others who are practicing around you.
RESPECT TOWARDS TEACHING: Do not ask for postures. Postures are given as/when appropriate by the lead, senior teacher. Teacher assistants and apprentices will clarify and check in with Lead Teacher prior to instructing new lessons to practitioners.
If you need assistance, please make eye contact with the teacher and wait patiently. Continue ujjayi breathing while waiting and observe patiently and mindfully. Our goal is to create a safe and sacred space for practice — one that cultivates relationships of trust and respect, and allows for honest, open communication between teachers and students.
HANDS ON ADJUSTMENTS: hands-on adjustments essential or necesssary when / where needed. If you feel uncomfortable with or wishes not to receive such adjustments, please communicate this with the senior teacher, Christina and teacher assistant/ apprentice in training.
NEW STUDENTS TO SHALA , VISITING STUDENTS: New students and traveling - visiting practitioners who practice beyond Primary Series, Please practice only Primary Series when starting at the Shala, until you have an established relationship with the teacher and guidance.
HEALTH PROTOCOL: For flu, symptomatic positive covid, or other viral infections, students should wait until they have been fever-free for 24-48 hours and major symptoms have subsided, such as excessive mucus, uncontrolled cough or runny nose/sinus drainage, before returning to the Shala. There is no requirement for a vaccine test or proof of vaccine or pre testing. You may also practice on ZOOM as an option when you feel uncomfortable or concern. For questions regarding illnesses, please contact Christina.
TEMPERATURE OF ROOM: Be ready to sweat profusely. This is the Ayurveda and Ashtanga Therapy process towards creating a balance to your wellbeing, dosha, conditions, illness, chronic or acute. There is absolutely NO temperature that is going to suit everyone. Windows will remain properly monitored by teachers as needed to keep the room temperature 75-85 degrees F this is appropriate for your practice. The shala maintains its temp to be therapeutic for the practice. Massage the sweat into the body instead of removing it with a towel.
BREATH PRACTICE: Concentrate on the sound of your breath and in moving with more awareness and stability in your lower abdomen. Don’t rush as the inhale meets the exhale and vise versa. With the breathing and movement a new energy will emerge, eliminating tiredness, tightness, discomfort, strengthening the mind and body.Breath awareness Ujjayi is the basis for the correct practice of yoga asana. During asana practice the Ujjayi breathing technique is used. The throat must be relaxed and open, the glottis slightly closed. The air going in and out will produce an audible sound; the quality of the breathing of the Ujjayi technique must be soft, deep and strong throughout the entire practice up to savasana.
FOCUS AND CONCENTRATE: Drishti is the gazing point which is important in the practice of Ashtanga Yoga. In each position and during the movement between one position and another there is a specific focal place to look. The use of the gazing point must be approached in a relaxed manner in order to avoid headaches.Do not get cross-eyed or in a trance.
BANDHAS- ENERGETIC LOCKS: During the practice make careful use of Mula Bandha (Root Lock) and Uddiyana Bandha (Abdominal Lock). Mula Bandha is the contraction of the anus which includes the contraction of the perineum and the pelvic floor. Uddiyana Bandha is the contraction of the lower abdomen towards the spine engaged by drawing the root of the belly button towards the kidneys. This prevents the abdominal organs from falling downwards and allows the full expansion of the diaphragm.
VINYASA METHOD: The synchronization of moving meditation, breath and movement between postures is important and is a traditional fundamental part of the practice. The way in which you enter and leave a position is part of the form with breath. There is logic in the order of the asanas. Breathing is the heart of this discipline and links one asana to another in a precise order.
In the Vinyasa method taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, the postures are combined in series which vary in difficulty and effect. The first series, Yoga Chikitsa, Primary Series, Yoga Therapy is therapeutic and corrects the balance between mind and body.
The Nadi Shodhana, Second or intermediate series continues this but goes deeper, opening the Nadis or nervous channels which are similar in concept to the meridians in acupuncture.
The Sthira Bhaga, Third , Fourth or advanced series works still deeper, increasing stability, strength, balance and the flexibility of the body and mind.
SAVASANA: The final relaxation stage is very important and is the chance to enter into a meditative state. Without relaxation you may be tired and irritable or imbalance.
COMMITMENT , ATTENDANCE: Rest is vital. As we take commitment to practice 6 days a week , min 3-4 days a week, there is one day a week of rest from practice and that is Saturday and we also take rest During the period of menstruation women, should rest the first three days of heavy flow and not assume inverted postures and also Full and New Moon days each month.
PRE-EXISTING, INJURIES and HEALTH CONCERNS: please consult with your health care provider before beginning yoga. Please notify the teacher or assistants before class.
PREGNANT POST NATAL under one year: please consult with your health care provider before beginning yoga. Please notify the teacher or assistants before class.
MANTRAS: Please memorize the opening and closing prayer or invocation mantra. Sanskrit is the language of the heart. The Mantras leave the practitioner filled with mental balance, peace and feeling calm and centered, complimenting the physical practice of asana.
SEQUENCE OF POSTURES and SERIES: Always follow the correct order of the asana yoga postures sequence. In case of doubts, ask for help, the teacher will always be there to guide you.
PICTURES / VIDEOS: pictures/videos taken at the shala with other students or teachers need permission for release. Teacher and staff of Shala taking the photo and video are with permission to release for marketing or tutorial purpose as signed during your registration and waiver to release liability. Please review if you feel you did not read the print clearly. We respect your request at all times.
SWADHYAYA, YOGA PHILOSOPHY: Understanding why you practice Ashtanga yoga is truly important as Yoga is not just about our body being flexible and being fit rather it is more about harmonizing and balancing of our mental, physical and spiritual health. The mind is the root cause of many illness, conditions and diseases, therefore the practice of yoga impacts the need to make the mind calmer as a priority with the breath practice being vital to support the mental state. The importance to balance the mind, body, and soul can be supported through the correct approach and practice of Yoga, but only if the practices are not oriented towards materialization and commercialization. The more commercial it is, the less original it becomes! The less effective yoga is to one’s practice. Our shala embraces the traditions of the ancient eastern practice and methodology focusing on the calmness of a healthy mind. A more meditative practice rather than a physical workout. Yoga can be a blissful path in making our body non reactive to the emotions like sadness, anger, possessiveness, etc where it brings us to turning your life into perfect health and becoming yogi. We apply the eight limbs Yoga Sutras of Patanjali which are; yama (moral codes) niyama (self-purification and study) asana (physical movement of postures) pranayama (breath control) pratyahara (sense control) dharana (concentration) dhyana (meditation) samadhi (total peace)
YOGA FOR LIFE: Yoga is not a short-term goal; rather it is for a lifetime practice. The need to be patient to further enjoy the process of yoga benefits and transformation to one’s health and wellbeing and lifestyle are long-term goals which means creating a daily regimen, routine, dinacharya- daily practice. Only if you are consistent, disciplined, and passionate can you gain the rewards which follow the path of Yoga. Yoga is a lifestyle , therefore a lifelong daily practice.
SHALA TEACHERS, ASSISTANTS, APPRENTICES: Our yoga teachers requires dedicated years of learning and practice before becoming a Yoga teacher to others as learning and living yoga is a everyday experience of life and a never-ending process. Our teachers upholds daily continuing learning and training and education with our Indian Guru, Manju Jois and/ or under his teachings and direction, authorized, certified Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher,Ayurveda Health Educator, Christina Martini.
How to Begin Your Ashtanga Yoga Practice ?
There are many ways to start developing a daily ritual , learning Ashtanga Yoga as a Lifelong Practice at Shala Santosha Ashtanga Yoga & Wellness with Christina Martini .
Find the best option below that best fit your preferred style of learning.
1. On Maui Hawaii or Zoom Online Live Stream, Intro to Ashtanga Yoga Personal Practice Hawaii time zone then join in daily once you feel comfortable and continued guidance will be given Monday through Friday Morning Sunrise practice , flexible rolling start beginning at 530am - 845am Hawaii time zone. and Sunday 7am - 9am Saturday 7am - 815am.
2. Join LIVE Online - Streaming LIVE not prerecorded. Sessions includes proper teachings of correct breathing, drishti and bandhas. In addition to understanding the study of the methodology of the ashtanga yoga therapy sequence of postures that benefits the mind-body and energy.
  Private lessons are a great opportunity to develop a personalized approach to your yoga practice based on your individual needs, conditions and wellness goals. It is the ideal way to learn how to approach yoga as therapy, modify your practice for an injury or diagnosis, learn how to work with your current conditions, limitations and challenges. Growth and advancement , enrichment for strength and resilience and conditioning. Private lessons are a wonderful way to help support home practitioners that do not have a home shala or community.
  What to Expect when you enter Zoom or In Person, Maui shala for your first practice or session?
Students are encouraged to come in quietly on zoom muted and / or in person at the shala to first observe the first class with/or without practice.
It is recommended to have a practice of minimum 2-3 days , regular 4-6 days a week practice, resting on Saturdays, ladies cycle days and moon days. Yoga philosophy understands life calls in western modern culture,.
Arrive no later than 745am for morning classes Online Hawaii time zone or In Person on Maui to complete your practice by 845am
What to Expect with your Ashtanga practice?
Allow about 45-60 minutes for your first practice, then you will slowly and safely build up to an hour and fifteen minutes to one hour and a half once a your body and mind and breath begins to acclimate. Primary full series of postures is Yoga Chikitsa, Yoga Therapy.
Cleansing, Purification and removal of many toxins will begin at your first class, you will be taught how to connect breath and movement from the reverent opening of mantra to sun salutations then to a series of standing, seated, and closing postures. You will also be taught about the other important elements of the yoga practice such as gaze (drishti), breath (pranayama), energy (bandhas), and the lifestyle and mindfulness of applying the 8 limbs of the yoga on and off the mat.
Ashtanga primary series, known as Yoga Chikitsa , Yoga Therapy is a set of 72 postures, all performed in a set sequence. Each practice and each time you arrive you will be shown when ready and appropriate to add the next posture and so on until you have built up memory with the sequence of postures that you can remember without too much prompting or assistance.
This allows for you to be independent and empowered by your self practice. As you develop your personal practice, you will begin to experience the transformation within and feel the benefits from focusing inwardly, more energy , deeper rest, balancing of mood by the power of your own breath and more . The result is a meditative moving practice known as Vinyasa, a moving healing meditation.
Ashtanga Primary series practice sheet is for your reference at home. Practice Video can be found on on the class schedule tab. Please do not bring to the Shala. You will be guided and taught while in person. This is for your study to memorize at home the sequence of the first primary series, Yoga chikitsa.