David Robson & Jelena Vesic
20 - 24 MAY 2026
5-days Ashtanga Intensive with David Robson & Jelena Vesić
May 20-24, 2026
We are honored to welcome back David Robson and Jelena Vesić for a 5-day Ashtanga Intensive workshop.
Avra Yoga is organizing and hosting this event, excited to bring you all together to practice with two of the most internationally respected Ashtanga yoga teachers.
Participants who attend the full workshop will receive a Certificate of Completion acknowledging their commitment and participation in the full program. For those unable to join for the entire retreat, there will also be drop-in options available for selected sessions, subject to availability.
DATES & LOCATION
20 - 24 MAY 2026
Mysore Venue:
AYAP | Ashtanga Yoga Shala
Dimitrakopoulou 22, Ano Patissia
(Metro Station: Ano Patissia)
Seminars/Led: TBC
FULL PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
7:30 - 10:30 Mysore practice - 2 batches, 7:30 and 9:00. You can choose the slot you want to participate in (subject to availability).
13:00 - 13:45: Guided Pranayama & Meditation
14:00 - 16:00: The Secret Teachings of Vinyasa
Vinyasa means moving/breathing system, and the vinyasa system provides the defining structure for the Ashtanga practice. Vinyasa is not only a tool for linking postures, but also a powerful meditation technique that, with each practice, helps us to embody Yoga. David and Jelena will teach practical techniques to deepen both the experience and the performance of your vinyasa practice.
THURSDAY, MAY 21
7:30 - 10:30 Mysore practice - 2 batches, 7:30 and 9:00. You can choose the slot you want to participate in (subject to availability).
13:00 - 13:45: Guided Pranayama & Meditation
14:00 - 16:00: Assisting the Fundamentals
Learn the traditional coordinates and alignment conditions of Ashtanga’s opening sequence of Fundamental Postures, and also different ways to help others (and ourselves!) get deeper into the poses.
FRIDAY, MAY 22
7:30 - 10:30 Mysore practice - 2 batches, 7:30 and 9:00. You can choose the slot you want to participate in (subject to availability).
13:00 - 13:45: Guided Pranayama & Meditation
14:00 - 16:00: Twists & Open Hips
This session offers a detailed look at the alignment and work of twists, and their relationship to accessing the deep external rotation of the hips required for progressing further into Ashtanga’s asana sequences.
SATURDAY, MAY 23
7:00 - 11:00: Mysore practice - 3 batches, 7:00, 8:15 and 9:30.
14:00 - 14:45: Guided Pranayama & Meditation
15:00 - 17:00: Unique Vinyasas
Unique vinyasas are the special entries and exits into certain postures that are specified in traditional teaching, and this workshop breaks down the technique on how to do some of the special lifts and jumps from the first 3 series of Ashtanga.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
7:45: Guided Pranayama & Meditation
8:30: Led Primary Series
11:30 - 13:30: Forward Folds & Backbends
Explore the principles of alignment for the opposing actions of forward and backbending. We’ll look at the ideal movements of the arms, shoulders and hips in a variety of poses from Ashtanga’s Primary, Intermediate, and Advanced Series.
BIOS
David Robson
David Robson, a practitioner and teacher of Ashtanga Yoga in the tradition of Sharath Yoga Centre (SYC), is the co-director of the Ashtanga Yoga Centre of Toronto. He has led one of the world’s largest Mysore programs since 2008, and also teaches workshops and retreats around the world. David began his daily practice in 1998 while studying Comparative Religion at university. After graduating, he made his first trip to Mysore, India in 2002, where he initiated studies with his teacher, Sharath Jois. Since then, he returns to Mysore annually to deepen and enrich his practice and teaching. In 2007, David was authorized to teach Ashtanga, and in 2025, he was certified. David has gained significant recognition on social media for his educational and entertaining tutorials. Through these videos, he has become one of the most recognized and respected Ashtanga Yoga teachers worldwide. In 2007, David was Authorized to teach Ashtanga and now holds a level 2 authorization. David has become well-known on social media for his educational and entertaining yes/no tutorials. Through these videos he's become one of the most recognized and respected Ashtanga Yoga teachers worldwide. David teaches the morning mysore program at Ashtanga Toronto, and leads workshops and retreats around the world with his wife Jelena.
Jelena Vesić
After four years of doing her PhD (Political Science, York University, Toronto), Jelena decided to walk away and dedicate herself to teaching Ashtanga Yoga full time. She’s been teaching since 2014, and now co-directs the Mysore program at Ashtanga Yoga Centre of Toronto, and teaches workshops and retreats around the world. Jelena first came to yoga through dance. As a former ballet dancer of 16 years, the structure and rigour of the Ashtanga Yoga practice felt like home. Drawn to the discipline, mindfulness of the movement and emphasis on the breath, Jelena made the Ashtanga practice her sole focus in 2009. Jelena has maintained a daily Ashtanga practice for over a decade. She made many trips to Mysore, India to study with her teacher, Sharath Jois, and is Level 2 Authorized. In addition, Jelena also considers herself to be a student of Jack Kornfield, a Buddhist teacher and clinical psychologist, and is a graduate of his two-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program. Lastly, Jelena’s true passion lies in promoting rescue and adoption of (street) dogs. You can often find her sharing her love for #adoptdontshop on her IG, and sharing the joys of living with her two fur-babies, Golu and Khani, both celebrities in their own right.
PRICES
Full Workshop Price
All 5 days • Certification of Completion
620€
Weekend Only
Saturday & Sunday practices and workshops
230€
Practice Package
5 days Mysore, Led practice
Pranayama & Meditation
290€
Drop In
Practice or any workshop
45€
T&Cs:
Payment and Registration
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Your spot will be secured upon payment of the deposit.
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Payments can be made by card using the links above, in cash, or via bank transfer.
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If you pay by card, please send us your payment confirmation along with a note specifying the package or class you are registering for at info@avrayoga.gr.
(If you are paying for one or more individual sessions, please clearly state which specific classes or workshops you intend to attend.) -
If you wish to pay in cash or by bank transfer, please email us at info@avrayoga.gr, specifying which package or class(es) you wish to join, and we will send you further instructions.
Certificate of Completion
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Participants who attend the full workshop will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by David & Jelena Yoga, recognizing their active participation in the event.
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations made up to January 20, 2026: full refund to the original payment method.
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Cancellations made up to March 20, 2026: 50% refund to the original payment method.
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Cancellations made after March 20, 2026: no refund will be issued.
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If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another participant no later than 5 days before the event, provided you notify us via email at info@avrayoga.gr and include the full contact details of the new attendee.
Attendance and Participation
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Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for each session to allow time for check-in and preparation.
Late arrivals may not be admitted once the class has started, and no refunds will be issued for missed sessions. -
If you are traveling to Athens from another region or country, we are happy to provide accommodation recommendations.
However, please note that lodging is not included as part of this event. -
The organizers may change the timing and/or location of the classes for practical reasons.
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The organizers reserve the right to cancel the event due to serious circumstances (including—but not limited to—pandemics, epidemics, or illness). In such a case, a full refund of the workshop fee will be issued to the original payment method.
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Under no circumstances will travel or accommodation expenses be reimbursed.
Health and Liability
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By registering for this event, participants confirm that they are in good physical health and able to take part in yoga practice.
If you have any injuries, medical conditions, or limitations, please inform the instructors beforehand.
Participation is at your own risk, and the organizers and instructors are not liable for any injuries or health issues that may arise during or after the event.
Media Notice
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Photos and/or videos may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes.
If you prefer not to appear in any media, please let us know in advance.
