WORKSHOPS
20 September 2025
Beginners Workshop
Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
Have you been wanting to try Ashtanga yoga but haven't known where to start?
Are you confused by the term 'Mysore style' and don't understand why classes seem to last for 3 hours?
Do you think Ashtanga is only for advanced students?
If so then this is the workshop for you. Over 2 hours we'll provide:
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background and history into the Ashtanga practice
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gentle introduction into sun salutations and standing poses
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first hand experience of Mysore style
Date: Saturday 20/09/2025
Time: 10-12h
Price: €50
Bonus: Includes: 1 week Intro pass (valid until 26/09/25)
13-16 February 2026
Weekend Workshop with
Petri Räisänen
We are delighted to be able welcome world renowned Ashtanga teacher Petri Räisänen to Free Breathing Ashtanga Yoga in Berlin.
Over 4 days, he'll be sharing his years of teaching experience through Mysore sessions, led classes and a variety of workshops.
Petri's teaching style integrates healing and therapy with yoga, addressing the individual needs of each student. His gentle and therapeutic adjustments, inspired by his background as a Finnish folk healer create a respectful and meditative atmosphere in his classes.
SCHEDULE
Friday (13/2)
Morning Mysore (6.30 // 8.15)
Afternoon workshop (Time TBA)
Saturday (14/2)
Morning Mysore (7.30 // 9.15)
Afternoon workshop (Time TBA)
Sunday (15/2)
Led Primary - (7.30-9.15)
Led Intermediate - (9.30-11.30)
Afternoon workshop (Time TBA)
Monday (16/2)
Morning Mysore (6.30 // 8.15)
Exact schedule subject to change. Workshop times and details to be updated.
PRICING
PACKS
Full weekend
Mysore / Led
Workshops
EARLYBIRD
before
31/08/2025
€275
€155
€140
STANDARD
after
31/08/2025
€325
€180
€160
Single sessions and other class combinations are also available.
Contact us for specific needs or questions.
MEMBERS
Students with an active FBAY membership (Unlimited or 10M subscription) receive 20% discount on the standard price.
BOOKING
To book your place, either use the contact form below; or email: ian@freebreathingyoga.com
CANCELLATION POLICY
Bookings cancelled by the participant before the 31st December 2025 will receive an 80% refund. No refunds can be granted after this date.
In the event, the workshop is cancelled by us, then participants will be offered a refund in full.
ABOUT PETRI
Petri has been practicing since 1989 and teaching since 1991. He co-founded Ashtanga Yoga Helsinki in 1997 and Yoga Roots Odeceixe, Portugal in 2023.
A longtime student of K. Pattabhi Jois and Sharath Jois, Petri received his formal authorisation in 2001. His studies extend beyond asana practice to include pranayama and yoga philosophy under the guidance of A.G. Mohan and Indra Mohan.
Petri's teaching style integrates healing and therapy with yoga, addressing the individual needs of each student. His gentle and therapeutic adjustments, inspired by his background as a Finnish folk healer create a respectful and meditative atmosphere in his classes.
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