Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Week with Ross Stambaugh

Ashtanga Yoga Intensive Week

with Ross Stambaugh

May 13-18, 2025

A transformative week of intensive Ashtanga Yoga practice with daily Mysore classes, chanting, pranayama, and specialized workshops.

Ross Stambaugh
Authorized Level 2 25+ Years Experience

About Ross Stambaugh

Ross is an Authorized Level 2 instructor who learned Ashtanga Yoga directly under the teachings of Saraswati Jois in Mysore, India and has assisted Saraswati on multiple occasions. He has been practicing for over 25 years and continues to take annual trips to India to further his studies.

In 2017, he received his Authorization to teach from Saraswati Jois, becoming one of the few teachers to be authorized to teach Intermediate Series by her. Ross seeks to preserve the traditional Ashtanga method by maintaining a daily practice and teaching his students with the same integrity and patience that was taught to him by his teachers.

Ross has a Master's Degree in Education and is a public school teacher. He has a black belt in judo, enjoys rock climbing, motorcycle travel, bicycling, Shakespeare, and of course coffee. Ross deeply believes in #yogishelpingyogis.

Schedule

Tuesday, May 13

Mysore
6:00 - 8:00 AM
Chanting + Pranayama
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Workshop: Breath of Yoga
5:00 - 7:00 PM

Workshop Details

Breath of Yoga

1.5 hours All Levels

In this workshop the six traditional pranayama techniques will be explained and practiced. Suitable for practitioners of all levels wanting to deepen their understanding of yogic breathing.

Pranayama Philosophy
Tuesday, May 13 • 5:00 PM Register

Yogis helping Yogis

2 hours Intermediate

Students take part in pragmatic approaches and solutions to challenges they may find in the Ashtanga yoga practices. Work with peers to overcome common obstacles in the practice.

Asana Community
Thursday, May 15 • 5:00 PM Register

Understanding the Bhagavad Gita

1.5 hours All Levels

Lecture details the basic concepts of this seminal work and breaks down each chapter to its simplest form. Learn how this ancient text can inform your modern yoga practice.

Philosophy Traditional Texts
Saturday, May 17 • 2:00 PM Register

Hidden Handstands of Ashtanga

2 hours Intermediate/Advanced

Students learn theory and practice to several drills that develop better handstands. Explore the foundational elements that lead to successful inversions in the Ashtanga practice.

Asana Inversions Strength
Sunday, May 18 • 2:00 PM Register

Bundle All Workshops and Save!

Get access to all 4 workshops for a special discounted price.

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Registration Options

Join Ross Stambaugh for a transformational week of Ashtanga Yoga

Choose from a variety of packages to suit your schedule and practice goals

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Ending in: 12d : 05h : 22m
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Full Week Experience

Complete immersion with all sessions

  • All 6 Mysore & Led Classes
  • All 4 Chanting & Pranayama Sessions
  • All 4 Specialized Workshops
  • Priority seating at all events
Regular Price: $290
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Mysore Practice

Focus on daily Ashtanga practice

  • All 6 Mysore & Led Classes
  • Featured Saturday Led Primary
  • Workshops not included
  • Chanting & Pranayama not included
Regular Price: $150
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Workshops Bundle

Deepen your knowledge & practice

  • All 4 Specialized Workshops
  • 7+ hours of focused learning
  • Mysore classes not included
  • Chanting & Pranayama not included
Regular Price: $160
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Individual Sessions

Single Mysore Class
$25
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$40
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$40 $50
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Single Chanting Session
$15
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Refunds available up to 30 days before the event with a 10% service fee. Contact us for more information.

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What Past Students Say

"Ross's teaching approach is profound. His attention to detail and deep understanding of the practice completely transformed my approach to Ashtanga."

Maria L.
Attended 2023 Intensive

"The workshops were outstanding — particularly the Bhagavad Gita session. Ross has a special talent for making complex philosophical concepts accessible and relevant to modern practice."

James T.
Attended 2022 & 2023 Intensives

"As a beginner, I was nervous about attending, but Ross created such a welcoming environment. His adjustments were gentle but effective, and I've made tremendous progress in just one week."

Sophia K.
Attended 2023 Intensive
96%
Would Recommend
4.9/5
Student Rating
25+
Years Teaching
40+
Countries Taught In