Astanga Yoga Ottawa

Vinyasa yoga from the source for 20+ years

Transformational Yoga, for the Mind and Body

Develop strength, flexibility and breath awareness while exploring the Ashtanga Vinyasa method in a supportive community in Downtown, Ottawa, located at 200 Bank St.

We have been Ottawa’s studio for Astanga Vinyasa Yoga. Guided by our experienced instructors, you’ll learn a method that helps navigate life’s challenges with grace and humility.

New here?

New Practice Formats!

2026 schedule update!

New Lunch Hour Pass

$90 monthly!

The Lunch Hour Unlimited Class Pass is designed to help you reach your goals in 2026 at $90 monthly. Join us over lunch hour for a midday reset, it’s a 5 min walk from City Hall.

Rental mats available at the studio! 

Working remote? Join online Tues-Thurs with Zoom.

45 min Classes Monday and Thursday

Alex Dodd is back at AYO teaching Mondays 12:05 and Mike Dynie will be teaching Thursdays!  

We now offer four lunch-time classes during the weekday:
  • Mon 12:05 (45 min) with Alex
  • Tue 12:00 (60 min) with Janice
  • Wed 12:00 (60 min) with Rena
  • Thu 12:05 (45 min) with Mike

New Hatha Class on Sundays

Starts Sun Jan 11 11:30am – 12:45pm

Explore a variety of Hatha Yoga postures, with their modern evolution, guided by Natalie Tomaro a long-time teacher in the region who we are thrilled to welcome aboard!

What we’ll explore:

  • Many of the postures in the Astanga Vinyasa Series.
  • With good foundational alignment, refine the biomechanics of each posture.
  • Props used to support and deepen the range of motion in a caring environment for each participant.

Mat Pilates with Rena

Starts Thurs Jan 15, 4:30-5:15pm
Drop in Class!

A 45-minute low-impact full-body workout with Rena using a regular yoga mat, focusing on core strength, flexibility, and body awareness to build stability and muscle tone while improving posture. Use your regular yoga class pass to sign up!

For Seasoned Yogis + Newcomers

Upcoming Events

Morning Mysore 2-Week Immersion for Beginners

With
Janice DeFilippi

Morning Mysore 2-Week Immersion for Beginners

With
Janice DeFilippi
Jan 13-15, 20-22 (Tues – Thurs)
6:45 am
– 7:45 am

About Event

2-week course aimed at students with little or no previous experience of Ashtanga, or anyone who has practiced Mysore before and would love to re-discover their morning momentum.

Handstand Mini-Series

With
Darr Or

Handstand Mini-Series

With
Darr Or
Jan 12, 19, 26 and Feb 2
6:45 am
– 7:45 am

About Event

Open to all-levels, with challenges tailored to individual needs. Small class sizes ensure plenty of attention!

Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga

With
Michael Dynie

Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga

With
Michael Dynie
Fri Jan 16 – Sun Jan 18
5:30 pm
– 11:00 am

About Event

Everything you need to get started in a regular practice. No prior experience in Yoga or Ashtanga necessary!

Yin Yoga & Acupressure

With
Imad Khaddaj

Yin Yoga & Acupressure

With
Imad Khaddaj
Sat Jan 31, 2026
12:00 pm
– 2:30 pm

About Event

Experience how movement, stillness, and pressure influence the body and its internal systems — Modern movement science meets Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Shoulder, Wrist & Elbow Anatomy

With
Ally Tomotsugu

Shoulder, Wrist & Elbow Anatomy

With
Ally Tomotsugu
Sat Feb 14, 2026
9:00 am
– 12:00 pm

About Event

Workshop to deepen your knowledge of anatomy and examine how common anatomical variations can impact your yoga practice.

Breath and the Nervous System

With
Ally Tomotsugu

Breath and the Nervous System

With
Ally Tomotsugu
Sunday March 8
9:00 am
– 12:00 pm

About Event

Explore the powerful relationship between breath and the nervous system in this experiential, science-informed workshop.

Yin Yoga 60HR Training Course

With
Imad Khaddaj

Yin Yoga 60HR Training Course

With
Imad Khaddaj
March 14-15, April 11-12 and April 25-26
9:00 am
– 5:00 pm

About Event

60HR training that offers a blend of Yin Yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and healing practices — physical, energetic, and emotional.

how we teach

Class styles

Flow Classes

Astanga Flow classes are all-levels. You’ll be talked through the Sun Salutations (warm-ups), followed by the Standing Series and some Seated Postures. Our teachers take creative liberties with adapting the practice to the group, often including some backbends from Second Series. The Finishing Series is usually presented with modifications.

Mysore Style

Mysore classes take their name from how this practice was taught at the Astanga Yoga Research Institute in Mysore, India. Students start with the fundamentals at their own pace, while the teacher helps them memorize new sequences and develop helpful movement patterns. You don’t have to be flexible or know what you’re doing – just come as you are!

Uncover your full potential in a supportive yoga community.