vinyasa

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First of all, "Lino's Book" is not really Lino's book, it is Guruji's

book that Lino edited for him. He wanted to do something with

full vinyasa represented that is correctly counted out breath by

breath. Full vinyasa exists as a sort of "platonic" version of the

actual practice which is done with 1/2 vinyasa 99% of the time.

Lino does not teach full vinyasa and John Scott does not either

except in certain cases or in special workshops.

 

John Scott's book and CD are correct I'm sure and I believe

Guruji approves of the work, but that does not mean full vinyasa

is the correct "practical" method. Full vinyasa exists essentially

in theory, and half vinyasa is what is practiced. Period. This is

the recommendation.

 

Over time, Guruji has found that full vinyasa is too much for a

daily practice. It can take a toll over time. If you think you know

better than him, then bless your heart and best wishes for you

and your future students.

 

As far as attitude goes, yes, I think it is arrogant and cheeky to

have very little experience and be professing wisdom regarding

the practice of Ashtanga, especially regarding something that

Guruji has clearly indicated as he has regarding full or half

vinyasa. Guruji may be old, but please don't insult him by calling

him a liar.

 

No, Guruji cannot control what people decide to teach in the

name of Ashtanga. If you really want to learn the latest,most

correct version of Ashtanga, then your best bet is to stick as

close as possible to Guruji and practice with a teacher who

studies with Guruji regularly. Ashtanga is a fairly exacting

science and if you can't study with a direct student of Sri K., just

be aware of what you are getting and have some humility.

 

There comes a point when a student realizes that it really is not

about the physical practice alone, but you must start there and

only with a strict discipline and adherance to the correct practice

will you find freedom from this. Read the sutras and the Gita.

 

best,

FBL