Weekly Class Theme: The Ahankara

Peak Pose: Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)
Philosophical Focus: Ahankara — the false ego, the “I-maker” that tells us who we think we are

In yoga philosophy, Ahankara is the part of the mind that creates our identity—our stories, roles, comparisons, and self-judgments. It’s the voice that says: “I am strong. I’m tall. I am a mom. I am not enough. I’m a yogi.”

As we discussed in yesterday’s article from Julie, this sense of self can help us navigate the world but it can also limit us. In this week’s Weekly Class Theme, we’ll explore how to stand strong in who we are—without being ruled by who we think we should be through the practice of the peak pose Warrior II.

Puttering

• Supine Happy Baby (one leg extended straight out to the side, one foot parallel to the ground)
• Child’s Pose
• Downward-Facing Dog
• Low Lunge Twist
• Tadasana

Standing Round

• Anjaneyasana (Crescent Lunge)
• Wide-Legged Forward Fold
• Goddess Pose
• Tadasana
• Chair Pose

Balance & Twists

• Tree Pose
• High Lunge
• Revolved Side Angle

Peak Pose

• Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

Wind Down

• Half Lord of the Fishes
• Paschimottanasana
• Supine Twist (Both Sides)
• Bridge Pose

Final Rest

• Savasana