Ashtanga Yoga with Swaran Khalsa
Santa Fe, New Mexico
About Swaran
Three decades of practice, guided by direct teaching
Swaran Kaur Khalsa has practiced yoga for more than 30 years and has taught since 2006. She is authorized in Level 1 and Level 2 Ashtanga Yoga by Manju Jois.
She is grateful for extensive Ashtanga training with outstanding teachers including Manju Jois, Annie Pace, Tim Miller, and Mary Jo Mulligan. Her current practice spans the Primary through Advanced Series.
Authorization & Training
Credentials, presented plainly
Swaran's teaching is grounded in direct, ongoing study with senior Ashtanga teachers.
Training never really stops
Even after decades of practice, Swaran continues to study directly with senior teachers — refining her own practice so she can teach with precision and care.
What Is Ashtanga?
A traditional practice, taught individually
Ashtanga is a traditional, breath-linked practice built from a progressive series of postures. The Mysore method — named for the city in India where this style of teaching developed — is the traditional way Ashtanga is learned: each student practices their own evolving sequence in a shared room, with individual guidance rather than a single pace set for everyone.
What to expect in a Mysore-style class
Mysore Ashtanga is open to every level of experience. Students practice at their own pace within a shared class while receiving individual instruction according to their needs and ability. Movement is mindful, with an emphasis on breath awareness.
The set sequence does not need to be memorized before attending. Postures are taught progressively, with new postures introduced as each student is ready. Modifications are offered to accommodate physical needs and challenges. All ages and beginners are welcome.
No experience needed to start
Your first class is simply an introduction — Swaran will teach you the opening sequence at a pace suited to your body, and build from there over time. There's no need to arrive already knowing the practice.
Ashtanga can support strength, flexibility, and steadiness of mind, but it isn't a substitute for medical care. If you have an injury or health condition, let Swaran know so your practice can be modified appropriately.
Practice with Swaran
Three ways to study Ashtanga with Swaran
Join a public class in Santa Fe, arrange private instruction, or practice online — all taught personally by Swaran Kaur Khalsa. Gobind Yoga does not operate a permanent studio.
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Get in touch
Serving Santa Fe, New Mexico. Questions about private lessons, online instruction, workshops, or hosting Swaran are all welcome.
What can Swaran help with?
Private lessons
Individually guided Ashtanga instruction.
Online instruction
Zoom Mysore classes and related questions.
Workshops
Special sessions and events.
Hosting Swaran
For studios, clubs, or health facilities interested in bringing Swaran in to teach.
General questions
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