Petri Räisänen

Ashtanga Yoga Spirit, Munich, Germany in February 18-20 2022
2022-02-18 - 2022-02-20
After Asta Caplan moved to Germany from Finland, she has been doing a great work to spread Ashtanga Yoga knowledge in Berlin and Munich.
Ashtanga Yoga Spirit is a great shala in the middle of the town.
Welcome to practice and learn the the tradition of Ashtanga Yoga!
Warmly,
Petri and Asta

Astanga Jooga Lappi, Rovaniemi, Finland, February 23-27, 2022
2022-02-23 - 2022-02-27
Astanga Jooga Lappi is in Rovaniemi, Lapland as the name says in Finnish, close to Santa Claus Park. In February there will be a real winter with a lots of snow, beautiful tracks in the nature and northern lights. Our family enjoyed the 2021 workshop time a lot and want to go back.
We will arrange a program for the non-local students. Sauna, husky ride, nature tracking (short ones), skiing and more. Family friendly.
More info and registration soon on the website https://www.astangajoogalappi.net
Welcome to practice in Lapland!

Yoga Spot Minsk, Belarus March 4-6 2022 CANCELLED
2022-03-04 - 2022-03-06
Our thought to have a workshop in Minsk has failed due the war crimes and madness of the Russian and Belarusian politicians and military forces.
We are looking for a more peaceful times for the workshop!
Peace!!!

This will be my first workshop and visit in Minsk, Belarus. Belarus has been in the news for a long time. It is great to be able to teach a workshop for the local ashtangis and share some new energy and sun salutations after a long winter.
Darya Prudnikova and Julia Rakushka will be organizing and assisting in the workshop. Welcome all the students!
Warmly, Petri

Photo by Marius Krišciukaitis

Astangajooga Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finland, March 5-6 2022
2022-03-05 - 2022-03-06
Astangajooga Jyväskylä has always been a friendly and dedicated shala to teach Ashtanga Yoga. The shala is located at the Lutakko cultural center where all the biggest Finnish bands has been playing their gigs and many alternative organisations are having their offices (like YAD).
Welcome to this two day intensive workshop and to meet Jyväskylä’s Ashtanga community.
Pray, Act and Meditate for PEACE ❤️
Petri and Astangajooga Jyväskylä

Photo by Anne Kalliala

Ashtanga UsYoga, Borås, Sweden, March 24-27 2022
2022-03-24 - 2022-03-27
Ulrica has been running Ashtanga USYoga for many years and it has been always a pleasure to teach with her. Borås is a very cute small town and there is easy to walk everywhere. I’m excited to go back after few years of break and see the Borås Ashtanga community on the mats. Ulrica will be assisting in the classes.
Welcome to practice and learn more!
Warmly,
Petri and Ulrica

Photo by Ulrica

Wasa Yoga Center, Vaasa, Finland April 2-3 2022
2022-04-02 - 2022-04-03
Welcome to our two day workshop in the in the beautiful costal town in the west coast of Finland. Vaasa has a long history of Ashtanga Yoga, being one of the first Ashtanga shalas in Finland.
More info from
www.wasayogacenter.fi
Warmly,
Petri & Wasas Yoga Center teachers

Green Yogi & Divya Yoga Center, Zagreb, Croatia, April 7-10 2022
2022-04-07 - 2022-04-10 | Zagreb, Croatia, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)
This is Petri’s first workshop in Zagreb. Welcome to study the gentle and healing view of Ashtanga Yoga.
Here is the fb page for the workshop https://fb.me/e/1iiAGQ2rl
Stay healthy and safe!
Warmly,
Petri
(This workshops was originally placed for April 2-5 2020, but was postponed due Covid-19)

Astanga Yoga Helsinki, Finland, April (Easter) 15-18, 2022
2022-04-15 - 2022-04-18 | Astanga Yoga Helsinki, Annankatu 29 B, Helsinki, 00830, Finland
It is our (Juha & Petri) yearly Easter workshop. Four days of practice, lectures and special events at the Helsinki shala and online.
As our January workshop got short with Covid-19 restrictions, we will have the community program (sauna and other gatherings) during the workshop dates.
Welcome to practice, enjoy Finnish sauna and meet the Helsinki Ashtanga community!
The schedule and details will be at the www.astangajooga.fi website soon!
Petri & Juha

Ashtanga Yoga Shala, Malmö, Sweden, April 21 - 24 2022
2022-04-21 - 2022-04-24
We did our first workshop in Malmö with Åsa at her Ashtanga Yoga Shala right when the borders opened in April 2021. We had a great time and the students and teachers were happy to have a live teaching experience after all those online classes.
Now we will be back in the shala and on the yoga mat.
Welcome to Malmö to enjoy the healing energy!
Warmly,
Petri and Åsa
http://ashtangashala.se

Saimaan Astangajooga, Lappeenranta, Finland, May 7-8 2022
2022-05-07 - 2022-05-08
Saimaan Astangajooga has been going for more than 20 years. I used to teach a workshops at their shala permanently for many years, but had now along break.
This time we will do a workshop for two days in May 7-8 2022. Saimaan Astangajooga has always been a friendly and great place to visit and teach.
Please, come to enjoy the Lappeenranta energy and warm spring days.

Warm regards,
Petri and Saimaan Astangajooga ry

Ashtanga Shala Kyiv, Ukraine in May 12-15 2022 Cancelled! PEACE!!! ❤️
2022-05-12 - 2022-05-15
We hope that there will be a peaceful solution for this complete madness and war crimes against Ukraine, democracy and peaceful world!
Pray, Act and Meditate for PEACE!!!

I’m delighted to visit first time in Ukraine and Ashtanga Shala Kyiv.
I’m looking forward to work with Irina Panarina and meet the Ukrainian Ashtanga students. Welcome!
More info can be found from
www.shalakyiv.com
Warmly,
Petri

Photo by Tom Rosenthal
Petri (adjusting) & Bret (Kapotasana)

Ashtanga House Mallorca, Spain, May 13-15 2022
2022-05-13 - 2022-05-15
The Kyiv workshop, which was supposed to be in this weekend, won’t be possible to be held..
We moved the workshop to Mallorca where I will teach with Natalia from Ashtanga House Mallorca.
The classes will be posted online and all the donations from the online classes will be sent to Ukraine Ashtanga Yoga community’s charity. The online link will be sent closer to the workshop.
Last time in May 2021 we practiced outdoors, but now we will be at the warm and cosy Natalia’s shala.
Welcome to practice and be part of the Mallorca Ashtanga community!
We are looking forward to see you there!
Peace, peace, peace!
Petri and Natalia

Photo by Petri (Natalia’s Rishab music box during the Mysore class)

Go Yoga Tallin, Estonia, May 20-22 2022
2022-05-20 - 2022-05-22 | https://www.facebook.com/goyogaestonia/, Narva mnt 7D, B korpus (3.korrusel / 3rd floor, Tallin, Estonia
We will be back in Tallin at the “traditional” Ashtanga studio Go Yoga. I’m very excited to see the Ashtanga students and beautiful Tallin again.
Welcome to practice and learn more..
Petri

Ashtanga Yogashala, Gothenburg, Sweden, May 27-29 2022
2022-05-27 - 2022-05-29
Back in the days we used to do many workshops with Olle at his Yogashala in Gothenburg. Now there is a new owners..Carolina and Pake who are running the Ashtanga program with a full dedication and loving touch.
The website for the workshop https://www.ashtanga.se/retreatworkshop/
I’m exited to go back to Gothenburg to teach Ashtanga and hang out with the students at the beautiful town with plenty of cafes and vegetarian restaurants.
I hope to see you in Gothenburg and be part of the growing Ashtanga community!
Big hugs,
Petri, Carolina and Pake

Yoga Devi, Stockholm, Sweden, June 2-5 2022
2022-06-02 - 2022-06-05
Ashtanga Yoga Stockholm became Yoga Devi few years ago. This is the place where Petri and Juha (from Astanga Yoga Helsinki) started their international Ashtanga teaching career in 1994 with Gittan Hendele.
Pernilla and Fia took the old Ashtanga shala over and has been doing a great work to spread the yoga knowledge in Sweden.
The workshop will take place in YogaDevi’s new shala on Tomtebogatan 30, Birkastan, Stockholm.
Looking forward to see you in Stockholm!
Petri

My Yoga Shala, Marseille, France, June 29-July 3, 2022
2022-06-29 - 2022-07-03
We are happy to announce a long weekend workshop at the Alexia’s shala in Marseille with a special program. It will be a summer time and the vibrant city, harbours and beaches are waiting for the yogis.
Alexia was translating (with a good help from Amina) my Nadi Sodhana (Intermediate series) book into French, which came out in last summer 2021. On Saturday afternoon we will have a detailed class about the hidden techniques of the asanas in the second series! On Friday and Sunday there will be another subjects for the afternoon technique classes about the art of the asana adjustments and building strength through the acrobatic asanas. It will be challenging and fun.
Welcome to practice..all levels, body types, ages, genders, colours, views and opinions!
Big hugs,
Petri and Alexia
Photo by Elise in Marseille workshop 2021

Ashtanga Yoga Åhus, Sweden, August 25-28 2022
2022-08-25 - 2022-08-28 | https://www.ashtangayogaahus.com, Åhus, Sweden
Welcome to practice in Ashtanga Yoga Åhus. Ann Svärdfeld’s moved the shala to the new great location. It will be Petri’s third time in Åhus, a small idyl Swedish town by the river and sea (with amazing beach and nature) in the South. Åhus is famous from being a home of Absolut Vodka : ) and home made ice cream and boat ice cream bars.
Petri will be assisted by Ann Svärdfeld and Hanna Mjöberg.
All Ashtanga levels (also beginners) welcomed!
Warmly,
Petri, Ann and Hanna

Photo by Selina in Berlin

Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Weeks, Arrifana, Portugal, September 13-18 & 20-25 2022
2022-09-20 - 2022-09-25
Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Workshop with Petri Räisänen & Wambui Njuguna – Räisänen
FOR THE FIRST WEEK TWO SPOTS ARE FREE AND TWO SPOT FOR THE SECOND WEEK! (07.09.2022)
Welcome to a peaceful and meditative atmosphere in Arrifana, Portugal!
Join Petri Räisänen and Wambui Njuguna-Räisänen for a one or two week (2 x 6 days) workshops at the Dawn Collective Shala in Arrifana/Aljezur, Portugal. The shala is located in Costa Vicentina Natural Park, one of Europe’s most stunning & untouched coastal regions.
Students of all levels are invited to explore and enjoy new depths in their practice under the guidance Petri and his incredible teachings.
CLASS OPTIONS, SCHEDULE & DETAILS
We will check the Covid-19 situation and restrictions in in June 2022 and we will adjust the workshops for the local rules. We will have 2-3 batches of Mysore or Led classes in the mornings and 1-2 batches in the afternoon workshops. When register for the workshop, please give your suggestions for your practice times. Petri will send the payment details with the info email in June. You don’t have to pay the workshop before that (or you can if you want).
Besides the yoga program, we will have dinners, beach hang-out time and trips together (or as you wish), with bigger or smaller groups of students. There is a great opportunity to try surfing as there are surfing schools in almost every beach in the area. The workshop is good for the practice, nature walks and trips and relaxation, alone or with fellow ashtangis.
Mysore Style = self Led practice with Petri’s experienced, sensitive and healing adjustments.
Led Class = On Fridays guided primary series class. At 6:30am Group there will be added the first seven asanas from the Intermediate series (up to Ustrasana). At 8:30 there will be a full Primary series and at 10:15 (if needed) we will do a full Primary series (if you are not doing the full Primary series, you can decide when would you like to stop).
NOTE: Some of the afternoon classes, especially Pranayamas can be held outdoors if the weather will be suitable!
Mysore Style = Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday mornings
Led Class = Friday morning
Petri and Tuomas enjoying the sun and the view

Yoga Shala

THE 2022 SCHEDULE.
YOU CAN JOIN FOR ONE WEEK OR TWO WEEKS WORKSHOPS WITHOUT REPEATING THE SAME AFTERTNOON SCHEDULE!
FOR THE FIRST WEEK TWO SPOTS ARE FREE AND TWO SPOT FOR THE SECOND WEEK! (07.09.2022)
SEPTEMBER 13-18 2022 SCHEDULE
Tuesday 13
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2 // 10:00 Group 3
15:30-17:30 Workshop opening discussion: Brave Space: Creating a Culture of Inclusivity + Accessibility in Yoga (notebook and pen recommended)
17:30-18:30 Meditation: Strengthening the Energy Body Meditation
Wednesday 14th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2 // 10:00 Group 3
Thursday 15th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2 // 10:00 Group 3
16:00-17:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
17:00-18:00 Lecture + Discussion: Creating Trauma-Informed Healing Spaces (notebook and pen recommended)
Friday 16th
Led Class: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:30 Group 2 // 10:15 Group 3 (check your Group)
12:30 – 14:30 The healing touch, asana adjustments (theory and hands on practice) Group 1
14:30 – 16:30 The healing touch, asana adjustments (theory and hands on practice) Group 2
Saturday 17th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2 // 10:00 Group 3
12:30 – 14:30 Ashtanga Vinyasa system in Primary and Intermediate series in detail (theory and practice) Group 1
14:40 – 16:40 Ashtanga Vinyasa system in Primary and Intermediate series in detail (theory and practice) Group 2
16:50-17:40 Pranayama: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayamas (breathing exercises) and meditations good for everyone. (Outdoor??)
17:45-18:15 Meditation: Self Healing Meditation (Outdoor??)
Sunday 18th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2 // 10:00 Group 3
12:30 – 14:30 Energy Healing and mind work in our personal asana and pranayama practice and in asana adjustments. Group 1
14:30 – 16:30 Energy Healing and mind work in our personal asana and pranayama practice and in asana adjustments. Group 2
16:40-17:15 Workshop closing circle

SEPTEMBER 20-25 2022 SCHEDULE
Tuesday 20th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2
16:00 – 17:00 Workshop opening discussion: Mindfulness, equality and kindness in our yoga practice and teaching (notebook and pen recommended)
17:10-18:00 Lecture + Discussion: Creating Trauma-Informed Healing Spaces (notebook and pen recommended)
18:10-19:00 Meditation: Strengthening the Energy Body Pranayama
Wednesday 21st
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2
Thursday 22nd
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2
16:00-17:00 Lecture: Conflict as Opportunity + Beloved Community (notebook and pen recommended)
17:10-18:30 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
Friday 23rd
Led Class: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:30 Group 2
12:30 – 14:30 Energy Healing and the layers of the bodies. Simple but beneficial energy healing techniques (theory and hands on practice).
Saturday 24th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2
12:30 – 14:30 Primary and Intermediate series techniques in detail (theory and practice) Group 1
14:40 – 16:40 Primary and Intermediate series techniques in detail (theory and practice) Group 2
16:50-17:40 Pranayama: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayamas (breathing exercises) and meditations good for everyone. (Outdoor??)
17:45-18:15 Meditation: Self Healing Meditation (Outdoor??)
Sunday 25th
Mysore Style: Starting Times: 6:30 Group 1 // 08:15 Group 2
12:30 – 14:30 Creating strength through the acrobatic asanas. Group 1
14:30 – 16:30 Creating strength through the acrobatic asanas. Group 2
16:45-17:15 Workshop closing circle
Registration and questions:
All registrations, questions and further info through praisanen@yahoo.com (Petri’s email) and payments to Petri’s company Maailmanparantaja Oy. Petri will send the payment details with the info email in June. You don’t have to pay the workshop before that (or you can if you want :).
ACCOMODATION.
The Ashtanga Yoga Intensive is a non residential Yoga course and students are asked to book their own accommodation. If you are staying around the shala close to Arrifana or Vale de Telha, you can easily walk or bicycle to the shala, shops and restaurants. The shala is located in the same building as the Arte Bianca Pizzeria (the best pizza in Algarve).
You can choose from a great variety of accommodation..Airbnb houses and apartments, little cute motels and guesthouses. (different budgets and needs) within a 1 min walk to a 10 min. drive from the Dawn Collective Shala / the beach. As this is a popular destination we recommend to seek accommodation as early as possible. Please find further info and some recommendations here.
SURROUNDING – ARRIFANA / ALJEZUR, PORTUGAL.
The Dawn Collective Shala (Google Maps) is located between the picturesque Arrifana Beach (2 km) and Aljezur village (7 km), where you will find everything you need like supermarkets, cafés & restaurants, bakery, organic shops and a charming local farmers market on Saturdays.
The stunning and unspoiled beaches of Arrifana, Monte Clerigo and Amoreira allow for endless summer days & unreal sunsets. All beaches are easy to access and offer great surf conditions. The jungle-ish hinterland with magic forests of pine, eucalyptus and cork can be explored with nature walks, mountain bike or donkey/horse rides.
The Dawn Collective Shala has a wooden floor and catches the first rays of sun in the morning. Yoga mats, blankets and blocks are available as well as a big lawn to hang out after class, filtered water, tea and delicious espresso. Also massage treatments are available at the Dawn Collective Shala.
How To get there?
Faro airport is about 130 km from Arrifana and Lisbon airport 230 km. The easies way is to rent a small and inexpensive car from the airport and drive to the shala. Then you can explore easily the closest beaches, nature and villages. There is a bus from Sete Rios, Lisbon (https://www.busbud.com/en) for about 4 hours and 19€ to Aljezur. From Faro airport there is also a bus to Aljezur, but with many stops and one change (https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Aljezur/Faro-Airport-FAO). Ordered taxi cost about 130€ (normal car), which is not too bad if you are traveling with company.
FEES
Full workshop Sept 13-18 or 20-25 with 5 Mysore mornings in both weeks, Friday’s Led class and all afternoon sessions 360 €/week
Weekend Sept 16-18 or 23-25 with 2 Mysore mornings in both weeks, one Led class (Friday) & afternoon sessions 220€
Single classes (Mysore or Led), possible if there will be space in the shala 40 €
Single classes (Afternoon techniques), possible if there will be space in the shala 50€
Single class (Pranayama, meditation, lectures), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
Single class (Workshop opening), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€

Cancellation policy:
In case of cancellation the payment is not refundable after September 4th 2022. Before September 4th, a full refund (minus 20€ for management costs) is given. Please email your bank account number for the refund if needed.
In the case of Corona-19 cancellation (infection or government regulations) the full payment will be refund without management cost!

Payment Options x 3
Bank transfer (most recommended)
Account details:
To: Maailmanparantaja Oy
Bank:
Nordea Bank Finland
Account IBAN: [REDACTED]
Swift code: NDEAFIHH
Message:
Arrifana Sept 13-18 2022 or 20-25 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
Low cost international transfer
http://transferwise.com/
Some students has been using this transfer and the commission is lower than in PayPal or normal bank transfer..especially if you are paying from the US or Asia.
In Transferwise payments there is a commission about 3-4%..so could you please add about that amount or make sure that you are paying the right amount. The missing amount can be paid also in cash at the shala (Petri will let you know when we will meet).
Message:
Arrifana Sept 13-18 or 20-25 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
PayPal to:
paypal.me/raisanen
In PayPal payments there is a commission about 7%..so could you please add about that amount or make sure that you are paying the right amount. The missing amount can be paid also in cash at the shala (Petri will let you know when we will meet).
Message:
Arrifana Sept 13-18 or 20-25 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
All questions and information..email to Petri praisanen@yahoo.com
Looking forward to spend a beautiful weeks in Arrifana, Portugal
Petri

Moscow Workshop & Lake Ladoga Retreat, Russia, September 29 - October 9 2022 Cancelled! PEACE!!! ❤️
2022-09-29 - 2022-10-09
It is hard to even describe the disappointment, pain and sadness of what is happening in Ukraine, Russia and many other parts of Europe and the whole world in this moment. It has been really amazing to teach in Russia for the last about 15 years. The students are dedicated and friendly. Beautiful beings. New we don’t know when we will be back..the war/invasion is going on..I feel compassion and deep love for the students in Russia. I pray for a Peace and Peace and Peace again and again..to find the solution and clarity. Stay together..Yogis for the PEACE!

It will be amazing to go back to Moscow and teach with my great friend and colleague Alex Smirkin. The workshop place, schedule and other details will be announced soon.
The workshop in Moscow will take place in September 29 – October 2 2022.
After the Moscow workshop we will move to Lake Ladoga for a one week Ashtanga Retreat in October 3-9. The retreat will be organised by Alex Smirkin and Oksana Gorkina and they will also assist Petri at the shala. The retreat resort is a 10 minutes walk to the lake and is surrounded with a beautiful nature.
There will be a good time to relax and meet the fellow ashtangis. In the afternoons there will be workshops, discussions and pranayama sessions with Petri.
In 2021 retreat we did an amazing trip to Konevsky Monastery..this can be repeated also in 2022 retreat (or some other interesting location).
Welcome to practice and learn more the Ashtanga tradition!
Warmly,
Petri, Alex and Oksana

Photo by Kate Budzul (Lake Ladoga, Konevsky Monastery island in the background , 2021)

Ashtanga Yoga Uppsala, Sweden, October 14 - 16 2022
2022-10-14 - 2022-10-16
Back in Uppsala, the ancient town in Sweden. It is a beauty for the eyes and heart..and the shala is always warm and full of great energy.
Welcome to practice with Petri and Anne-Lie and the Uppsala Ashtanga community : )

Photo by Tom Rosenthal

Ashtanga Yoga & Energy Healing Intensive Weeks, Arrifana, Portugal, October 18-23 & 25-30 2022
2022-10-28 - 2022-10-30
THE 2022 ENERGY HEALING WORKSHOP SCHEDULE.
YOU CAN JOIN FOR ONE WEEK OR TWO WEEKS WORKSHOPS WITHOUT REPEATING THE SAME AFTERTNOON SCHEDULE!
THE WORKSHOP WILL BE IN LIVE AT THE ARRIFANA SHALA AND ON-LINE LIVE BY ZOOM.
Teachers:
PETRI RÄISÄNEN AND WAMBUI NJUGUNA-RÄISÄNEN
Petri studied energy healing and worked as an energy healer in the 1990’s, using the method which he learned from the Finnish folk healer masters. The energy-healing techniques are based on sensing and locating the blocks in the flow of energy throughout the body and then releasing and balancing the energy flow. Besides a healing treatments and self healing method the Energy healing techniques can be used in the asana adjustments and in your own practice. All the techniques are completely natural and simple, but need a deep concentration and one direction mind focus (ekagra). Petri has been teaching Energy healing workshops since 2000 and Ashtanga Yoga since 1991.
Wambui studied Petri’s energy healing techniques while on retreat on Koh Mak from 2010-2014. She studied Chavutti Thirumal, massage by foot press, in 2013 with Helen Noakes. She has been practicing this unique form of massage therapy since then. In 2020, Wambui became certified in the Trauma Conscious Yoga Method and applies the principles of trauma-sensitive care in her treatments and yoga classes. In addition, Wambui’s advocacy work is held in the Yogic and Buddhist principles of interconnectedness: by healing the collective, we are able, in turn to heal ourselves as individuals.
Petri (Energy Healing / Folk Healing) and Wambui (Chavutti Thirumal) will both give a treatments during the workshop weeks. Please let us know if you are interested and we can set the time!
Practice / Time options:
Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style with Petri and Wambui (Starting time 6:30am)
Ashtanga Yoga Mysore Style with Petri and Wambui (Starting time 8:15am)

Workshop options and prices:
Ashtanga Yoga morning workshop (Mysore + Fridays Led classes) with Afternoon Energy Healing workshop, Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations (FULL WORKSHOP) 400€
Morning Yoga schedule 6 x practice / week with Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations 280€
Only Morning Yoga schedule 6 x practice / week 240€
Energy Healing workshop with Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations 280€
Only Energy Healing workshop 250€
On-line Energy Healing workshop ZOOM 220€
Weekend Sept 21-23 or 28-30 with 2 Mysore mornings in both weeks, one Led class (Friday) & afternoon sessions 250€
Note: If you want to do only the weekend Energy Healing classes, it can be difficult to attend if you haven’t done Energy Healing work before with Petri. Please ask from Petri about the weekend program if you (anyway) want to attend for the full weekend program.
Single classes (Mysore or Led), possible if there will be space in the shala 40 €
Single classes (Afternoon Energy Healing classes) 60€
Single class (Pranayama, meditation, lectures), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
Single class (Workshop opening), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
ZOOM Classes for other classes than Energy Healing afternoon classes has a same price as the classes at the shala!

ENERGY HEALING WORKSHOP 1
(notebook and pen recommended for the Healing Workshop classes and lectures)
October 18-23 Schedule
Tuesday 18th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:30-16:30 Workshop opening discussion: Introduction for Energy Healing and Finnish Healing tradition, history, theory and practice (Petri)
16:30-17:30 Workshop opening discussion: Personal + Collective Healing: Not Free until We’re all Free (Wambui)
17:30-18:30 Meditation: Strengthening the Energy Body Meditation
Wednesday 19th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:30-18:00 Energy Healing and Finnish Healing tradition 1 Sensing the physical body and energy body blocks
18:00-18:30 Pranayama (conscious breathing)
Thursday 20th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:00-17:00 Energy Healing and Finnish Healing tradition 1 Releasing the energy blocks (Petri)
17:15-18:30 Healing the community lecture: 10 Principles of Disability Justice (Wambui)
Friday 21st
Led Class Primary Series Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Times: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri)
15:30-18:00 Energy Healing and Finnish Healing Tradition 1 Healing techniques for the legs and feet (Petri)
18:00-18:30 Pranayama: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayamas (breathing exercises) and meditations good for everyone. (Outdoor??)
Saturday 22nd
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
16:00-18:00 Energy Healing and Finnish Healing Tradition 1 Healing different parts of the body (Petri)
18:00-18:30 Meditation: Self Healing Meditation (Outdoor??)
19:00-21:00 Dinner together at Arte Bianca Pizzeria (by the Yoga shala)
Sunday 23rd
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
14:00-16:00 Energy Healing and Finnish Healing Tradition 1 Ending the treatment (Petri)
16:15-17:00 Workshop closing circle
ENERGY HEALING WORKSHOP 2
October 25-30 Schedule
Tuesday 25th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:30-16:30 Workshop opening discussion: Energy Healing and Finnish Healing tradition, history, theory and practice (Petri)
16:30-17:30 Workshop opening discussion: (Wambui)
17:30-18:30 Meditation: Strengthening the Energy Body Meditation
Wednesday 26th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:30-18:00 Energy Healing Tradition 2 Sensing, locating and releasing energy blocks
18:00-18:30 Pranayama (conscious breathing)
Thursday 27th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
15:30-17:00 Energy Healing Tradition 2 Long distance and short distance healing (Petri)
17:15-18:30 Healing the community lecture: Calling in Chiron: Working with the Wounded Healer Archetype (Wambui)
Friday 28th
Led Class Primary Series Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Times: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri)
15:30-18:00 Energy Healing Tradition 2 Energy Healing and mind work in Asana adjustments..using the techniques of Finnish traditional folk healing and Sage Patanjali. (Petri)
18:00-18:30 Pranayama: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayamas (breathing exercises) and meditations good for everyone. (Outdoor??)
Saturday 29th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
16:00-18:00 Energy Healing Tradition 2 Energy Healing treatment in practice (Petri)
18:00-18:30 Meditation: Self Healing Meditation (Outdoor??)
19:00-21:00 Dinner together at Arte Bianca Pizzeria (by the Yoga shala)
Sunday 30th
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga: Starting Time: 6:30 or 8:15 (Petri & Wambui)
14:00-16:00 Energy Healing Tradition 2 Energy Healing Treatment’s ending relaxations (Petri)
16:15-17:00 Workshop closing circle

Registration and questions:
All registrations, questions and further info through praisanen@yahoo.com (Petri’s email) and payments to Petri’s company Maailmanparantaja Oy. Payment can be made after the registration to secure the spot in the workshop.
ACCOMODATION.
The Ashtanga Yoga and Energy Healing Intensive is a non residential Yoga course and students are asked to book their own accommodation. If you are staying around the shala close to Arrifana or Vale de Telha, you can easily walk or bicycle to the shala, shops and restaurants. The shala is located in the same building as the Arte Bianca Pizzeria (the best pizza in Algarve).
You can choose from a great variety of accommodation..Airbnb houses and apartments, little cute motels and guesthouses. (different budgets and needs) within a 1 min walk to a 10 min. drive from the Dawn Collective Shala / the beach. As this is a popular destination we recommend to seek accommodation as early as possible. Please find further info and some recommendations here.
SURROUNDING – ARRIFANA / ALJEZUR, PORTUGAL.
The Dawn Collective Shala (Google Maps) is located between the picturesque Arrifana Beach (2 km) and Aljezur village (7 km), where you will find everything you need like supermarkets, cafés & restaurants, bakery, organic shops and a charming local farmers market on Saturdays.
The stunning and unspoiled beaches of Arrifana, Monte Clerigo and Amoreira allow for endless summer days & unreal sunsets. All beaches are easy to access and offer great surf conditions. The jungle-ish hinterland with magic forests of pine, eucalyptus and cork can be explored with nature walks, mountain bike or donkey/horse rides.
The Dawn Collective Shala has a wooden floor and catches the first rays of sun in the morning. Yoga mats, blankets and blocks are available as well as a big lawn to hang out after class, filtered water, tea and delicious espresso. Also massage treatments are available at the Dawn Collective Shala.
How To get there?
Faro airport is about 130 km from Arrifana and Lisbon airport 230 km. The easies way is to rent a small and inexpensive car from the airport and drive to the shala. Then you can explore easily the closest beaches, nature and villages. There is a bus from Sete Rios, Lisbon (https://www.busbud.com/en) for about 4 hours and 19€ to Aljezur. From Faro airport there is also a bus to Aljezur, but with many stops and one change (https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Aljezur/Faro-Airport-FAO). Ordered taxi cost about 130€ (normal car), which is not too bad if you are traveling with company. Faro airport has plenty of Rental car companies iff you are looking for a car for yourself or for share.
Workshop options and prices:
Ashtanga Yoga morning workshop (Mysore or Accessible) with Afternoon Energy Healing workshop, Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations (FULL WORKSHOP) 400€
Morning Yoga schedule 6 x practice / week with Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations 280€
Only Morning Yoga schedule 6 x practice / week 240€
Energy Healing workshop with Pranayamas, Lectures and Meditations 280€
Only Energy Healing workshop 250€
On-line Energy Healing workshop ZOOM 220€
Weekend Sept 21-23 or 28-30 with 2 Mysore mornings in both weeks, one Led class (Friday) & afternoon sessions 250€
Note: If you haven’t done Energy Healing work before with Petri, the weekend Energy Healing classes can be difficult to attend. Please ask from Petri about the weekend program if you (anyway) want to attend for the full weekend program.
Single classes (Mysore or Led), possible if there will be space in the shala 40 €
Single classes (Afternoon Energy Healing classes) 60€
Single class (Pranayama, meditation, lectures), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
Single class (Workshop opening), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
ZOOM Classes for other classes than Energy Healing afternoon classes has a same price as the classes at the shala!

Cancellation policy:
In case of cancellation the payment is not refundable after October 11th 2022. Before October 11th, a full refund (minus 20€ for management costs) is given. Please email your bank account number for the refund if needed.
In the case of Corona-19 cancellation (infection or government regulations) the full payment will be refund without management cost!

Payment Options x 3
Bank transfer (most recommended)
Account details:
To: Maailmanparantaja Oy
Bank:
Nordea Bank Finland
Account IBAN: [REDACTED]
Swift code: NDEAFIHH
Message:
Arrifana Oct 18-23 2022 or or 25-30 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
Low cost international transfer
http://transferwise.com/
Some students has been using this transfer and the commission is lower than in PayPal or normal bank transfer..especially if you are paying from the US or Asia.
In Transferwise payments there is a commission about 3-4%..so could you please add about that amount or make sure that you are paying the right amount. The missing amount can be paid also in cash at the shala (Petri will let you know when we will meet).
Message:
Arrifana Oct 18-23 2022 or or 25-30 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
PayPal to:
paypal.me/raisanen
In PayPal payments there is a commission about 7%..so could you please add about that amount or make sure that you are paying the right amount. The missing amount can be paid also in cash at the shala (Petri will let you know when we will meet).
Message:
Arrifana Oct 18-23 2022 or or 25-30 2022, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
All questions and information..email to Petri praisanen@yahoo.com
Looking forward to spend a beautiful healing weeks in Arrifana, Portugal
Petri and Wambui

Puro Yoga, Oslo, Norway, November 11-13 2022
2022-11-11 - 2022-11-13
Puro is one of those ashtanga yoga shalas which has been founded in the 90’s and still going strong. There is a great energy in the shala and always warm environment!
Welcome to practice in a safe, gentle and healing space in Puro Yoga, Oslo. It is my great pleasure to come back again..

Stay healthy and safe and hope to see you in Oslo!
Petri

Centre de Yoga - La Source, Luxembourg, November 25-27 2022
2022-11-25 - 2022-11-27
I’m very excited about my first trip and workshop in Luxembourg and Centre de Yoga – La Source. Denise and Fredric has been doing a great work for creating a space for a various Yoga styles and practices in Luxembourg.
On Friday the 3 hour afternoon workshop will be on a Yoga Teacher Clinic focusing for an Asana Adjustments on a safe and therapeutic way. Petri will give a detailed description with demonstrating and explaining the anatomy of the body and the various ways how to adjust in the asanas. This will be a hands-on clinic and we will work mostly with a partner.
On Saturday and Sunday there will be a morning Mysore classes as well as Led Primary and Intermediate classes. On the afternoon we will focus for Asana techniques, Pranayama, Chanting, Meditation and Healing. There will be time for Q/A and discussion about Ashtanga Yoga in the end of the days.
I’m looking forward for Luxembourg and meeting the Ashtanga community!
Big hugs,
Petri, Denise and Fredric

Photo by Kristina Lenard & Green Yogi Traveler

Delight Yoga, Amsterdam, Netherlands, December 3-6 2022
2022-12-03 - 2022-12-06
Delight Yoga is the leading Ashtanga shala in Amsterdam with very delicate teachers and students and a beautiful spaces for practice.
The schedule has a morning practice, morning workshop and afternoon workshop. A full range or practical and theoretical yoga knowledge!
Welcome to learn a honest and healing Ashtanga Yoga with Petri.

Photo by Tom Rosenthal in Melkote close to Mysore in 2009.

Delight Yoga, The Hague, Netherlands, December 8-11 2022
2022-12-08 - 2022-12-11
It is my pleasure the teach again in Den Hague! Delight is one of the most beautiful Yoga Shalas in the world. The shala is just around the corner of The International Court of Justice : )
Welcome to practice and learn more!
Petri

Photo by Alex Berg (Central Park NYC)

Astanga Yoga Helsinki, Special Workshop, December 27-30 2022
2022-12-27 - 2022-12-30
The Boxing week workshops in Helsinki Yoga school has been our tradition for the past 20 years. We started with the Tofu steak digesting workshop on the Dec 26th and continued with the three or four days until the New Year.
This year we are back in the shala. There will be Mysore classes and Special afternoon workshop schedule with the Energy of the mantras and Asana adjustments and alignments.
Welcome to practice, feel the community and enjoy the Boxing week program.
More information on https://astangajooga.fi/ajankohtaista/special-workshop-helsinki-petri-juha-dec-27-30/
Warmly,
Petri and Juha
Ashtanga Yoga Helsinki

Baan Amorn Ashtanga Bangkok, Thailand, January 28-29 2023
2023-01-28 - 2023-01-29
We are pleased to get back to Baan-Amorn Ashtanga Bangkok shala and teach a two day workshop in January 28-29 2023. It has been always amazing to teach at Baan-Amorn and feel the lovely local Ashtanga community in the shala.
Welcome to practice and learn more at the cosy Amorn’s home shala.
More info from https://www.baan-amorn.com/petri-raisanen.html
Warmly,
Petri and Wambui

Ashtanga House Faro, Portugal, February 10-12 2023
2023-02-10 - 2023-02-12 | Ashtanga House Faro, Estr. da Sra. da Saude 66, Faro, Algarve, 8000-498, Portugal
We are very excited to announce our first Faro workshop with Ashtanga Yoga House and my dear friend and colleague Ricardo Vieira Louro. After our family moved to Algarve, we’ve been visiting Ricardo and Ines for many times and enjoying their warm hospitality and support.
Welcome to practice to the capital of Algarve and enjoy the smooth and warm winter weekend.
We will have a limit of 16 students (2 x 8 batch).
More information and schedule:
https://www.instagram.com/ashtangahousefaro/
https://www.facebook.com/ricardoashtanga/
Warm regards,
Petri and Ricardo

YogaVolt ⚡️, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, February 20-26 2023
2023-02-20 - 2023-02-26
When the Northern part of Europe and America are cold and the winter has been lasted for too long..there is a Canary Island where the temperature is smooth for the whole winter : )
Valentina Parmigiani has build a new beautiful yoga shala next to her home in Fuerteventura. This will be one of the first workshops in the shala.
Petri and Wambui will share the workshop teaching. Teaching together in the mornings and doing a separate afternoon workshops. Wambui will join to the workshop on Thursday evening.
This is a great opportunity to break the winter, practice in a warm environment, surf, enjoy the sun with the fellow Ashtangis, study and grow.
You can email to Valentine at valenparmi@gmail.com and ask for more details. The address for the shala is Calle Montaña Colorado 3, Lajares Fuerteventura. The website is just opened at https://www.yogavolt.org
Warmly,
Petri, Wambui and Valentina

Yoga Roots Odeceixe, Portugal, March 7-12 & 14-19 2023
2023-03-18 - 2023-03-19 | Yoga Roots Odeceixe, R. Estr. Nacional 1, Odeceixe, Algerve, 8670-320, Portugal
Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Weeks
ASHTANGA INTERSECTIONS: EMERGENT HEALING SPACES
March 7-12 & 14-19 2023
Yoga Roots Odeceixe, Portugal
The Shala Opening Celebration on March 11th!
Welcome to our new Yoga Shala in the peaceful and meditative atmosphere in Odeceixe!
Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Workshops with Petri Räisänen & Wambui Njuguna–Räisänen
Join Petri Räisänen and Wambui Njuguna-Räisänen for a one or two week (2 x 6 days or drop-in days) workshops at the Yoga Roots Odeceixe, Portugal. The shala is located in the middle of the picturesque and peaceful village on R. Estr. Nacional 1, 8670-320 Odeceixe, Portugal. You cannot miss it (Google maps).
Website for Odeceixe activities Odeceixe in Algarve, Portugal
Costa Vicentina Natural Park, where the village is located, is one of Europe’s most stunning & untouched coastal regions.
Students of all levels are invited to explore and enjoy new depths in their practice under the guidance of Petri and Wambui and their incredible teachings.
Our Teaching method:
In an effort to reduce harm caused by cultural appropriation and erasure of South Asian lineage, we follow the Ashtanga Vinyasa system as taught by T. Krishnamacharya and K. Pattabhi Jois. We do, however, center each individual practitioner and their unique needs and capabilities. We do not follow a dogmatic, ‘one size fits all’ approach to the method. Our aim is for healing, both the physical and spiritual; acceptance and freedom. We’re open to discuss your individual Ashtanga practice and find the way how the method can be accessed for your needs. Please feel open to sharing with us anything which can affect your practice at the moment (i.e. injuries, childbirth, etc).
Physical Adjustments + Informed Consent:
While the assumption in the Mysore room is that people come for physical adjustments, we practice asking for permission before physically adjusting you. Consent is crucial and non-negotiable. If you’re happier not to be physically adjusted during your asana practice, we respect this choice as well. We will check in on a regular basis regarding consent to being physically adjusted. Some days you may want to be adjusted and other days not, and we welcome this. Feel free to be yourself and find your own way to practice Ashtanga. We are here to help you in your yoga process.
Class options, Schedule & Details
We will have 1 batch of Mysore classes on the weekdays mornings at 6am (March 7-10) and 1 batch of the afternoon workshops. The led classes on Fridays will take place at the yoga shala at 6am. On the weekend March 11-12 we will have two batches at 6am and 7:45am. When register for the workshop, please give your suggestions for your practice time. Petri and Wambui will give you the workshop payment details during the workshop. Cash payment option is available.
Besides the yoga program, we will have dinners, beach hang-out time, surfing, nature walks and trips together (or as you wish), with bigger or smaller groups of students. There is a great opportunity to try surfing as there are surfing schools in every bigger beach in the area.
Mysore Style = self Led practice with Petri and Wambui’s experienced, sensitive and healing adjustments.
Led Class = On Fridays guided primary series class at the yoga shala at 6am. The village is small and all the places are within 5 minutes of walk. It will be a full Primary series class (if you are not doing the full Primary series, you can decide when you would like to stop).
NOTE: Some of the afternoon classes, especially Pranayamas can be held outdoors, if the weather will be suitable!
Mysore Style = Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday mornings
Led Class = Friday morning

Yoga Shala Odeeixe (before the renovation) “Chai park” next to the Yoga Shala
THE SCHEDULE
YOU CAN JOIN FOR ONE WEEK OR TWO WEEKS WORKSHOPS WITHOUT REPEATING THE SAME AFTERTNOON SCHEDULE!
March 7-12 2023
Ashtanga Intersections: Emergent Healing Spaces 1
Tuesday 7th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
11:00-13:00 Workshop opening: Creating the Container: Agreements and Community Guidelines (notebook and pen recommended)
13:30-14:30 Meditation: Self Metta Meditation
Wednesday 8th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
11:00-12:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
12:30-13:30 Lecture + Discussion: Locating Yourself: A Framework for Personal Accountability (notebook and pen recommended)
Thursday 9th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
Free afternoon
Friday 10th
Led Class: Starting time: 6:00
10:00-11:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
11:30-13:00 Asana Techniques: Asana Alignments Standing Sequence
Saturday 11th
Mysore Style on the weekend: Starting Time: 6:00 Group 1 // 07:45 Group 2 //
11:00-12:00 Deep Rest + Yoga Nidra
16:00-19:00 Yoga Shala Opening Celebration
Sunday 12th
Mysore Style on the weekend: Starting Time: 6:00 Group 1 // 07:45 Group 2 //
11:00-12:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
12:30-14:00 Asana Techniques: Asana Alignements Finishing Sequence
14:30-15:15 Workshop closing circle

March 14-21 2023
Ashtanga Intersections: Emergent Healing Spaces 2
Tuesday 14th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
11:00-13:00 Workshop opening: Creating the Container: Agreements and Community Guidelines (notebook and pen recommended)
13:30-14:30 Meditation: Self Metta Meditation
Wednesday 15th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
11:00-12:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
12:30-13:30 Lecture + Discussion: The Ahimsa Effect: The Spiritual Brotherhood of Rev. Dr MLK Jr and Thich Nath Hanh (notebook and pen recommended)
Thursday 16th
Mysore Style on the weekdays: Starting Time: 6:00
Free afternoon
Friday 17th
Led Class: Starting time: 6:00
10:00-11:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
11:30-13:00 Asana Techniques: Asana Alignements Primary series
Saturday 18th
Mysore Style on the weekend: Starting Time: 7:00
11:00-12:00 Deep Rest + Yoga Nidra
12:30-14:00 Right Relationship with the Ecosystem: Remembering our Oldest Ancestors (notebook and pen recommended)
Sunday 19th
Mysore Style on the weekend: Starting Time: 7:00
11:00-12:00 Pranayama + Meditation: Comfortable, simple and easy pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditations.
12:30-14:00 Asana Techniques: Asana Alignements Intermediate series
14:30-15:15 Workshop closing circle

Registration, payment and questions:
All registrations, questions and further info through praisanen@yahoo.com (Petri’s email).
Petri and Wambui will give you the workshop payment details during the workshop. Cash payment option is available.
Yoga Shala Odeceixe:
The shala is located in the middle of the Odeceixe village on R. Estr. Nacional 1, 8670-320 Odeceixe, Portugal. You cannot miss it (Google map).
We have all gender dressing rooms and toilet, but we recommend you come to the shala with your practice clothes on. There is no shower at the shala. As the village is very small, it is easy to walk to the shala wearing your practice clothes and take shower after the practice at your guest house or other type of accommodation.
Yoga Shala Odeceixe has a wooden floor. Yoga mats and blocks are available. Anyhow we recommend bringing your own mats to keep good hygiene and make sure that you have a mat which you like.
Next to the yoga shala there is a mini market, bakery and our Chai park where you can sit under the local “holy” tree and sip your well deserved Chai tea. The village coffee shops and restaurants are just around the corner for the breakfast, hang outs and meals.
Treatments
Petri and Wambui are offering treatments during the workshop. Wambui is giving Chavutti Thirumal (massage by foot press) treatments and Petri is giving Energy healing / bone setting treatments. Please let us know if you are interested and we can book a time.
Small Yoga Shop is coming soon..
Accommodation in Odeceixe:
The Ashtanga Yoga Intensive is a non residential Yoga course and students are asked to book their own accommodation. If you are staying around the shala close to Odeceixe village, you can easily walk or bicycle to the shala, shops, beach and restaurants.
You can choose from a great variety of accommodation..Airbnb houses and apartments, little cute motels, guesthouses and campsites (different budgets and needs). Praia de Odeceixe beach is 3 km from the Odeceixe village if someone want to stay at the little beach village. On the high season there is a sightseeing train moving between the village and beach every half hour.
If you are staying at the Odeceixe village, you will have maximum 5 minutes walk to the Yoga Shala from any location.
We will give recommendations for the guesthouses and other accommodations as soon as we will have reviews from the students.
Surroundings: Odeceixe-Praia de Odeceixe, Portugal
Odeceixe is a village and civil parish in the northern part of the municipality of Aljezur, in the Portuguese Algarve.
Odeceixe is a seaside town in Portugal’s Costa Vicentina region. Found within the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park, this relatively undiscovered destination is a haven for surfers and nature lovers. It’s perhaps best known as a stop along the Rota Vicentina, a network of hiking trails offering sweeping coastal views and pastoral scenery through the Alentejo and Algarve regions of Portugal.
The beach of Praia de Odeceixe is a favorite of both surfers and families. The Rio de Seixe meets the sea here, looping around to form a horseshoe-shaped beach and calm lagoon.
This lagoon is perfect for swimming and paddleboarding, while the strong waves of the main beach draw a crowd of surfers and sun-worshippers.
The beach is located 3 kilometers from the village of Odeceixe. You can park your car on the southern cliffs. If there is no space, you can park your car on the side of the road.
The area is unspoiled and the landscape surrounding the beach is stunning. On the northern side of the beach there are steep cliffs. On the west side of these cliffs is a big rock that looks like the fin of a shark. This rock is a landmark which makes it easy to recognize Praia de Odeceixe.
The closest towns on both sides of Odeceixe are Rogil (9km), Aljezur (15km) and Lagos (48km) on the South side and S. Teotónio (12km), Odemira (27km) and Vila Nova de Milfontes (42km) on the North side. Here you will find everything you need like bigger supermarkets, cafés & restaurants, bakeries, organic shops and a charming local farmers markets on the weekends.
Hiking
If you like hiking there are some great walking trails nearby. You can also find part of the long-distance Rota Vicentina trail (https://rotavicentina.com/en/walking/). This route takes you to amazing places and stunning viewpoints.
Surfing
Praia de Odeceixe is a great beach for surfing and bodyboarding. There are many waves on the ocean side and usually there are plenty of surfers in the water. The surf school based on Praia de Odeceixe can be found from here: https://odeceixesurfschool.com. There are classes for all skill levels, including beginners. If you don’t need classes but just need surf equipment or bodyboard, you can also rent them from for a fair price.
Other amazing beaches within 15-30 min drive away are Arrifana, Monte Clerigo and Amoreira beaches.
How To get there?
Faro airport is 125 km from Odeceixe and Lisbon airport 225 km. The easies way is to rent a small and inexpensive car from the Faro or Lisbon airport and drive to the Odeceixe village. Then you can explore easily the closest beaches, nature and villages.
From Lisbon:
There is a bus from Sete Rios, Lisbon (https://www.busbud.com/en) for about 4 hours and 19€ to Odeceixe (bus stop on the main road by the village where you will have few minutes walk to the Yoga Shala and Odeceixe village). We’ve been taking a taxi (4km) to Sete Rios bus station from the front of the Lisbon airport. The trip cost about 15€. The bus ticket is better to buy from the company’s web site, as the ticket office at the bus station can have a long line. You can buy the ticket on line also just before your bus trip, if you are not sure which time you will make it to the bus station.
Ordered taxi from the Lisbon airport to Odeceixe will cost about 250€. Check www.gettransfer.com for the lowest taxi rates.
From Faro:
From Faro airport there is a public transport to Odeceixe, but it is complicated and will take probably longer than the bus trip from Lisbon.
Ordered taxi from the Faro airport (which we have been using) cost about 120€ (with https://taxipinheiro.com) (or check the rates from www.gettransfer.com) and can be paid by credit card, which is not too bad rate if you are traveling with company. There are many other taxi companies to book a taxi online.
Local taxis in Odeceixe area:
Edgar Bicho +351 964 631 418
Luis Marrero +351 917 574 630
Lucas & Lucas +351 967 910 227
Silvia +351 939 780 396, +351 937 333 274
As there are not too many taxis around, it is good to book the taxi many days before your planned trip.
Our Big Why:
We believe the practice of yoga can heal the world, both on and off the mat. We also understand yoga to contain wisdom for both individual self- transformation and collective, societal progress. In this spirit, we are survivor-centric and survivor-oriented, and abuse, sexual assault, and discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. This is a caste protected space and we do not subscribe to casteist beliefs or practices. We recognize our aspiration for our yoga spaces to feel welcoming and warm for anyone who wishes to take practice. We continually contemplate how we can make our yoga spaces braver and more accessible to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, caste, sexual identity, class, age, nationality, immigrant status, disability etc. We follow braver space guidelines and is a caste-protected space.
Mental Health Disclaimer:
Yoga can be an effective and beneficial tool for reaching a more peaceful state of mind, managing stress better and getting physically well. Our workshops and retreats are designed for people with normal physical and mental conditions. If you are on medication, are currently taking (or have taken) therapy and/or counseling, or have any known mental condition(s) that would in any way hinder your participation in a workshop or retreat, please inform us, as well as your doctor/therapist before registering. We do not provide any specialist therapy or counseling at our workshops/retreats who would be able to help, should the need arise. If a student’s behaviour causes disruption for other workshop participants and the teachers, he or she will be requested to stop participating in the workshop and to seek appropriate help. In such a situation, we do not offer refunds, but are available to provide any documents necessary for insurance claims.
Workshop Fees:
Full workshop March 7-12 or 14-19 with 5 Mysore mornings in both weeks, Friday’s Led class and all afternoon sessions 360 €/week (including 23% vat)
Weekend March 10-12 or 17-19 with 2 Mysore mornings in both weeks, one Led class (Friday) & afternoon sessions 220€
Single classes (Mysore or Led), possible if there will be space in the shala 35 €
Single classes (Afternoon Techniques), possible if there will be space in the shala 50€
Single class (Meditation, Lectures), possible if there will be space in the shala 25€
Single class (Pranayama), possible if there will be space in the shala 20€
Cancellation policy:
In case of cancellation the payment is not refundable after March 4th 2023. Before September 4th, a full refund (minus 20€ for management costs) is given. Please email your bank account number for the refund if needed.
In the case of Covid-19 cancellation (hopefully no more of that) the full payment will be refund without management cost!
Shala / Workshop discounts*
Local Odeceixe Residents – 40%
Portuguese Citizens – 30%
Disabled Practitioners – 30%
BIPOC, Caste-oppressed Practitioners – 25%
LGBTQIA2S+ – 15%
Students (15 – 30), Parents on leave (up to 18 months) & Retired (65+) – 15%
Portuguese Residents – 15%
*When registering, please send us proof of your discount (ie. student or disability card). Otherwise, we use the honor system and invite you to be transparent with us regarding your reason for a discounted tier.
Why discounts?
We believe the practice of yoga can heal the world, both on and off the mat. We have witnessed the wisdom contained within the tradition of yoga for both individual self- transformation and collective, societal progress. In this spirit, we recognize our aspiration for our yoga spaces to feel welcoming and warm for anyone who wishes to take practice. We continually contemplate how we can make our yoga spaces safer and more accessible to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, caste, sexual identity, class, age, nationality, immigrant status, disability and so on.
One way we aspire to live by our yogic ideals is around economic accessibility. Yoga should not be a luxury only for those who can afford it. Yoga must be made accessible, both economically and culturally, for those who most need it. Based on our individual social locations and whether these identities are proximal to, or distant from, power and privilege, we recognise that institutionalized oppression, visible and invisible, recognizable or hidden, affects how some people are seen, heard and valued in society. How some are afforded rest and ease and others are not.
How some can breath with peace.
And how, for others, their breath gets stolen from them, both literally and figuratively.
We wish to balance the scales, starting with our circle of influence in our yoga space.
If you identify as more than one on the list above, please choose the tier that is most essential for you. We recognize that some of you may embody multiple, intersecting identities of marginalization, and would be eligible for multiple discounts. We also acknowledge that there are several more intersections not mentioned that require care and equity. While we aim to extend as much community care out, we must also protect our energy output and ensure our livelihood and needs as a family are also honored.
For those who embody social locations close(r) to societal privilege and power, this is an invitation to be in active solidarity with others who move through society differently than you. We are sensitive to the fact that life is hard for us all. Being human is hard. However, there are many experiences that are facilitated for one based on any number of factors, and having societal privilege often means we don’t need to notice the ways structures are set up in our favor. We invite you to pay the full price with a generous spirit. Equity, meaning everyone getting what they need, for those who have enjoyed privilege might sometimes feel like oppression.
In this moment, breathe, slow down and tend to yourself with care and honest accountability.
Fannie Lou Hamer is known to have said, “Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” We are all needed to get where we need to be, as an inter-species. Let’s start embodying this interdependence and interconnection with one another.
Side by side.
Both on and off the yoga mat.
May all beings get what they need to be well, cared for and tended to.
May our actions bring us one step closer to making it so.

Payment options:
You can register for the workshops but don’t have to pay the deposit or full workshop before we will give you the payment details.
Payment Options:
1. Bank transfer (most recommended)
Account details:
To: Yoga Roots Odeceixe, LDA
Bank: Credito Agricola
NIB: 0045 7021 40370695571 12

IBAN: [REDACTED]

BIC/SWIFT: CCCMPTPL
Message:
Odeceixe 7-12 2023 or 14-19 2023, Your Name and what you are paying..Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc.
2. Cash payment to Petri or Wambui before the first Yoga class
3. Low cost international transfer
https://wise.com
Low fees transfers about 3€ each transfer (please add that to the final amount)
Some students has been using this transfer and the commission is much lower than in PayPa or Bank transfer from outside the Europe..especially if you are paying from the US or Asia.
Message:
Odeceixe 7-12 2023 or 14-19 2023, Your Name and what you are paying (ie Full program/Only Mornings/Weekend etc).
All questions and information: email Petri (praisanen@yahoo.com) + Wambui (wambui@wambuinjuguna.com)
Looking forward to spend a beautiful weeks in Odeceixe, Portugal
Petri and Wambui
