Intro to Ashtanga Primary Foundations

This is the class you’ve all been asking for.

A slower, safer, and more intelligent entry into the Ashtanga Primary Series designed for those curious about the system but unsure where to begin. Taught the Slow Movement Fitness Training (SMFT©) way, this format breaks the series into scaffolded segments, beginning with global foundations: breath awareness, muscular integration, deep core stability through the ISS, and bandha awareness—not just as physical locks, but as internal regulators of energy and attention. We focus less on flowing with speed or achieving a particular shape—and more on understanding how a pose functions and most importantly, how it feels in your unique structure. And whether it truly supports your body, breath, and nervous system. Ashtanga the old way may not be for everybody - but every body can begin here and benefit from this system with consistent, mindful practice.

SMFT Certification is taking place this Sept 19th

Get in early and become the first wave of something big

This is the course that bridges the gap — where functional fitness and somatics meet in one unified teaching language. Slow Movement Fitness Training (SMFT) is next-generation education for building sustainable strength, mobility, and flexibility through a nervous system-led methodology. Designed for movement instructors, this certification offers a system that’s structured, teachable, and proven. You’ll gain a clear framework for training longevity and musculoskeletal health by working through the body's deepest operating system — all grounded in science. SMFT supports the convergence of wellbeing and performance, giving you the tools to lead the movement shift that’s already here. Get certified. Be future-fit. All registered 2025 applicants will receive a low cost - high value price reduction as part of our long term strategic decision to scale SMFT going forward.

Enquire about our upcoming YTT200

Second Intake YTT200 coming up

Our first YTT200 intake course has ended. This is more than a teacher training; it’s a deep dive into the heart of modern yoga, where tradition meets intelligent movement and embodied teaching. With standout workshops like muscle vs fascia and key implications for interoception, scaffolded sequencing labs, evolution of yoga history studies, and the art of cueing, you’ll gain the tools to teach with confidence and authenticity. Rooted in clarity, connection, and real-world relevance with exposure to both Hatha and Vinyasa disciplines, this course is your foundation for a lifelong path in yoga. Want in on the next round? Join the waitlist now by emailing ewa@vitalenergyyoga.com and be the first to know when applications open, early bird deals and limited scholarship opportunities for those who qualify. An online YTT200 version will be launched also, dates to be announced soon.