Join us for an immersive workshop led by a teacher deeply connected to the heart of the Ashtanga tradition.
There are moments in practice that stay with you — moments that connect you to the roots of Ashtanga yoga and the lineage passed down through generations.
We’re thrilled to welcome Kathy Cooper to Yoga Sangha Manchester for a very special workshop. With decades of experience and deep ties to the heart of the Ashtanga tradition, Kathy brings insight, guidance, and warmth that will make this a unique opportunity to deepen your practice.
"To pass on what I’ve gained through teaching, and to support students’ well-being and inner journeys is the reward for all that this path offers. "
Kathy Cooper
Through this workshop, you’ll refine alignment, explore the principles of breath and bandhas, and engage with the practice in a meaningful way, all within a supportive community atmosphere.
Friday 18th September
7.00-9.00pm - Led Primary
Starting off our weekend with a wonderful led primary series. Kathy's teaching emphasizes presence, inner connection, and mindful strength - guiding students to discover balance, vitality, and joy.
Saturday 19th September
9.00-11.00am. Mysore Self-practice
You will be fully supported and assisted in your own practice.
12:30-2:30pm Breath & Bandhas
Breath & bandha insights & awareness. Alignment for safe practice & longevity
3.00-4:30pm Back Bending
Principles and insights of safe back bending. This workshop will include development and adaptations.
Sunday 20th September
8.00-10.00am. Mysore Self-practice
You will be fully supported and assisted in your own practice.
10:30-12.00pm Inversions and Ashtanga Conversations
Kathy will break down inversions and how they link to posture. If you want to be an ashtangi in your seventies posture is key. So come learn from someone who has done it!
Conversation about Ashtanga through the last 50 years. And, we are sure there will be many questions to ask Kathy about here 50 year journey with Ashtanga
The studio is fully equipped with all you need for practice, but do feel free to bring your own equipment if you prefer.
Please note that this booking is non refundable. You may transfer to another person - in this instance please email us at info@yogasangha.co.uk with all details
As this workshop runs over a weekend there will be some car parking on site
If you are travelling by Train our nearest main station is Stockport. We are also close to Didsbury and Gatley train station. Just a short taxi ride away
If you are travelling some distance and looking to stay over we can recommend the following
The Waterside Hotel, Didsbury
The Village Hotel Cheadle
The Premier Inn Handforth
The Travel Lodge Didsbury
With the exception of the Premier inn in Handforth, which is short taxi ride or around a 30 minute walk, the hotels are walking distance
We do have lots of local Air B&B, our postcode is SK8 2BD
The plan for the workshop is detailed below
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🌟🧡 A Special Ashtanga Workshop with Kathy Cooper🧡🌟
This ticket is for one place
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£170.00 |
Yoga Sangha Cheadle
Unit L2, The Cheadle Institute
Cheadle Green
Cheadle Village
Stockport
SK8 2BD
To find our beautiful space please walk by the side of the Institute Building with Cheadle Green on your right. you will find us towards the back of the building on the left.
Parking is only available on site after 5.30pm and at weekends. We are a moment away from 3 Carparks. The biggest being Massie Street.
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