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The Devanagari Game - learn how to read Sanskrit texts in the original version!

Play and learn all Devanagari letters at the same time. In doing so, you will soon be able to read the ancient yoga source texts in their original Sanskrit versions.

Transliteration Tool

This tool allows you to easily change the transliteration of single words or even entire texts. This is particularly helpful when you want to produce Devanagari script or Roman script with diacritical marks. With the copy&paste function, you can then enter the generated words or texts in a word processing program of your choice.

Traditional Practice Series: All traditional Ashtanga practice series

Ashtanga Yoga in the tradition of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. The traditional practice series with detailed descriptions of the individual movements including the vinyasa count. Systematic learning steps help you get a deeper understanding of this powerful and dynamic yoga practice supported by your breath.

Source texts and Mantra: Ancient texts of wisdom brought to life word by word

Gain a direct access to ancient texts of wisdom and dive through them in yoga tradition. All translations of Patanjali's Yoga-Sutra, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Mantra and some Upanishad fragments are translated word by word with detailed grammatical analysis - this can be sour start for a deep philosophic study!

Shayanasana - The process of coming into one's own

• 11.06.2018
• Yoga Aktuell
• Dr. Ronald Steiner

Finding comfort while maintaining balance requires practice. Śayanāsana is the ultimate challenge of equilibrium.

Hoch hinaus: Yoga-Session in den Abruzzen

• 08.06.2018
• Barbara Kittel-Holmgren

Die BR Sendung "bergauf bergab" ist für alle Bergsteiger und Gebirgsfans ein fester Begriff. Überrascht dürfte den ein oder anderen dagegen haben, dass es dieses Mal sogar eine Yoga-Session in luftigen Höhen gab.

Sabrina Trifft… - Ronald Steiner

• 02.06.2018
• Dr. Ronald Steiner & more

…Weltstars… Promis….Helden aus dem Alltag…. - Wir müssen zugeben, wir sind ein wenig stolz: Sabrina hat sich diese Woche mit dem Begründer der AYI Methode, Dr. Ronald Steiner, auf Donau3FM unterhalten.

Anjaneyāsana - Learning devotion from Hanuman

• 24.05.2018
• Yoga Aktuell
• Dr. Ronald Steiner

Through step-by-step devoted practice of this posture and its variations you can develop a well-balanced level of flexibility.

To mula bandha or not during pregnancy....

• 19.04.2018
• Dr. Melanie Steiner & more

For anyone who has recently given birth, pelvic floor training is at the top of the list of things to do. But can you train these muscles beforehand as well? Learn here how you can safely work on toning and stretching your pelvic floor muscles in your prenatal yoga practice.

The Mysore Film Project: Behind the scenes

• 22.03.2018
• Andrew Eppler & more

A US-American Ashtangi sets out to document the history of the Mysore yoga tradition and the philosophy behind it. A crazy idea? Possibly yes. But also the birth of a unique film with stunning insights.

Mysore Yoga Traditions - Official Trailer

• 12.12.2017
• Andrew Eppler

Mysore: The birthplace of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga as we have come to know it in the West. But what is the history behind this ancient tradition? The film "Mysore Yoga Traditions" helps to provide us with a more in-depth look at the practice.

Mysore Yoga Traditions - The Film

• 12.12.2017
• Andrew Eppler

What is the history behind the ancient tradition of Ashtanga yoga? How is this tradition lived-out in Mysore today? Mysore Yoga Traditions offers us a long-awaited insight which addresses these questions.

Primary Series: Traditional Form

• 04.12.2017
• Tino Unthan & more

The complete primary series of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga in the Led Class 'traditional' format. This is a practice video for yoga teachers and advanced practitioners.

Loosening up the hips

• 20.11.2017
• Dr. Ronald Steiner & more

In yoga one of the most common recurring stretches is the 'hip-opener'. These exercises are key to preparing the body for an entire series of poses. In pregnancy, these can also be surprisingly beneficial.

The Cat Sequence: Strength and flexibility for a healthy spine

• 01.11.2017
• Dr. Ronald Steiner & more

Say goodbye to back pain! With the help of this exercise sequence, you can build strength and better mobilize your back. As a result you can effectively prevent back pain. Experience for yourself how your spine glides more smoothly and lightly after just a few minutes of practicing.

The Power of Breath

• 09.10.2017
• Dr. Ronald Steiner & more

"Merging breath with movement for the purpose of experiencing 'Svātma', or our true essence." This is the message Ronald wants to share with us in his latest inspirational video. Here he will share his inspiration for the video and the story behind its creation.

Does pregnancy take your breath away?

• 01.10.2017
• Dr. Melanie Steiner & more

With these simple exercises you regain the space for a deep breath. This means that your child can grow safely in a both stable and dynamic environment. In addition, you simply breathe your stress away.

Restoratives - recharge your energy supply and prepare for your baby's arrival in the world

• 25.09.2017
• Dr. Ronald Steiner & more

Before the birth of a child, you probably feel like there are 1000 things that urgently need doing. At the same time, though, this is also definitely the time for some rest and recreation.

Interview with AYI teacher Peter Luppa

• 18.09.2017
• Dr. Sabine Nunius & more

Who are the people taking part in the Expert Convention? And do you have to be a full-time yoga teacher to do so? AYI Advanced Teacher Peter Luppa on his yoga journey and his experiences with the AYI Expert Week