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KINO MCGREGOR WEEKEND - APRIL 24-26, 2026
We’re beyond excited to welcome Kino MacGregor back to Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga for a full workshop weekend!
Join us April 24–26, 2026 for three enriching days of practice, learning, and inspiration:
FRIDAY
• Led Primary + Pranayama to kick things off with steady rhythm
SATURDAY
• Mysore in the morning with individualized guidance
• True Strength Workshop where arm balances and transitions get broken down & mechanics meets resilience
• Meditation + Yin: The Subtle Body for restorative rest and inner stillness
SUNDAY
• Mysore for a second opportunity for refinement and personal integration
• Flexibility: The Science of Opening to explore spacious, sustainable mobility
Whether you’re new to the method or building on years of practice, this weekend offers a rare chance to study with one of the leading voices in Ashtanga yoga today.
Early bird pricing is live! Space is limited – save your spot by registering on Mindbody.
2026 ASHTANGA YOGA IMMERSION
Limited Enrollment Ashtanga Yoga Immersion
Eight months. 200 hours of study. A transformative, integrated approach to Ashtanga Yoga that blends practice, philosophy, teaching skills, and anatomy in a supportive community.
A Year of Discovery and Transformation
We’ll explore:
- The full Primary Series in depth
- Hands-on adjustments, vinyasa count, & teaching skills
- Yoga philosophy, sutra study, & anatomy for Ashtanga
- Breath, meditation, and body mechanics
- How to hold space with skill, compassion, and ethics
This is for serious students ready to commit to their growth, whether you want to teach or simply go deeper in your personal practice.
Location: Hybrid Format, Six monthly Zoom session weekends + three in-person weekends outside of Philadelphia, PA (Blue Bell)
Small group: Only 12–15 spots available.
Who it’s for
- Dedicated Ashtanga practitioners (1+ year experience recommended)
- Teachers from other yoga traditions ready to integrate Ashtanga
- Serious students wanting a deeper dive and personal development
- Experienced students who are ready to share the practice by teaching
What it is
A structured study and practice program, integrating both in-person immersion weekends and live online lecture and practice sessions. You’ll deepen your personal practice, expand your knowledge of the lineage, philosophy, and technique, and gain the confidence to share the Ashtanga Primary Series with integrity.
When
March–October 2026 (with a February 28 intro call)
The full schedule, dates/times, and curriculum details are outlined in the syllabus you’ll receive upon registration.
Led by
Melissa Matt, founder of Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga, with special faculty Justin Curnow and Annie Mendenhall. We’ll also have contributions from select guest teachers offering specialized workshops throughout the immersion year.
Deliverables for students
- A hybrid eight-month Primary Series intensive course with supplemental program topics and expert faculty support in a small cohort to ensure personalized attention
- Unlimited daily practice pass with Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga (both in person and online) for the duration of the course and beyond, from February 28 – December 31, 2026
- Comprehensive Google drive of training and study materials
- Access to recorded Zoom sessions
- One-on-one coaching support from an experienced Advisor
- Peer support group (private online forum)
- Certificate of Ashtanga Yoga Immersion Completion
Investment
Waitlist/Interest List: Available now
General Applications Open: October 18
Tuition:
- Early Bird: $2800 (by Nov 27, 2025)
- Standard: $3100 (by Dec 31, 2025)
- Payment Plan: $325/month (8 monthly payments Jan – Aug 2026)
- Deposit (all options): $500 (by Dec 31, 2025)
- Previous 2025 Mentorship Students: $2,600 (waive deposit)
- Partial scholarships (2): $1,550 (50%) and $2,325 (75%)
How to apply
Applications are currently open by private invitation only (button above).
Once your application is received, you’ll hear from us within two weeks to schedule a personal conversation to ensure alignment with your goals, experience, and readiness for this next phase of study.
This program is for those who feel the pull to go deeper… to refine, to learn, to explore the practice, and to invest in your personal growth within a supportive cohort. If that’s you, consider this your invitation. We hope you can join us.
With excitement & warmth,
Melissa
Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga
2026 Ashtanga Immersion Calendar
FEBRUARY
Sat 2/28 3-5:00 PM – Kickoff Call – Online
MARCH
Fri 3/27 – Sun 3/29
Fri 4 PM – Sun 3 PM
1st In-person Immersive Practice Weekend @ PA Yoga
APRIL
Fri 4/24 – Sat 4/25 – Online
Fri 6-8 PM & Sat 12-3 PM
MAY
Fri 5/29 – Sat 5/30 – Online
Fri 6-8 PM & Sat 12-3 PM
JUNE
Wed 6/24 – Sun 6/28
Wed 2 PM – Sun 2 PM
2nd In-person Immersive Practice Week @ PA Yoga
JULY
Fri 7/24 – Sat 7/25 – Online
Fri 6-8 PM & Sat 12-3 PM
AUGUST
Fri 8/28 – Sat 8/29 – Online
Fri 6-8 PM & Sat 12-3 PM
SEPTEMBER
Thu 9/24 – Sun 9/27
Thu 2 PM – Sun 2 PM
3rd In-Person Immersive Practice Weekend @ PA Yoga
OCTOBER
Fri 10/23 – Sat 10/24 – Online
Fri 6-8 PM – Sat 12-3 PM (Final presentations & graduation!)
