Finally, I'm in Mysore. The hotel I'm staying in is called the Green Hotel. It has really beautiful gardens and my room looks out onto them!
After quickly settling in, I set off to the shala to register. I was reminded of my university days when we approached the shala - there were pockets of what looks obviously like yoga students standing out amongst the locals. I saw Saraswathi for the first time - she was friendly and also has a strong decisive presence. She led me to a room to register and there was Sharath sitting in the room! So, I quickly said namaste and smiled like an idiot. I hope I don't practice like an idiot tomorrow. I was told to practice the next morning at 8.45am.
2 comments:
Hey hey! Green Hotel, what fond memories! I love the handpainted furniture in the Travellers Rooms, and food is just so amazing! I had frogs 'serenading' me to sleep as there was a pond just outside my room.
I just came across your blog. Spent a month in India just before last X'mas, and a week practising in Mysore. Didn't go to Saraswathi's but attended daily classes at Yoga Mandala instead (http://mandala.ashtanga.org/). They also teach ashtanga and hatha classes.
Mysore is truly magical, and the energy during practice as well as from the teachers, is truly inspiring - I totally hear you!
I'll be going back to Mysore in March for a yoga course - can't wait :)
Have a beautiful practice, and enjoy your yoga journey!
Thank you for your comments. The food is so fantastic at the Green hotel. And my time in Mysore is truly special - I still reflect on my time there as I find it helps my practice! Happy practicing, too!
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