Introducing Ashtanga Yoga Louisville: A Unique Yoga Experience in Kentucky

Catherine Followell Opens First Ashtanga Yoga Studio in Kentucky

Louisville, KY – In May 2023, Catherine Followell opened Ashtanga Yoga Louisville (AYL), the first and only Ashtanga exclusive yoga studio in Kentucky. Ashtanga Yoga integrates all eight limbs of yoga, offering a holistic approach to the practice.

After studying in Mysore, India, the birthplace of Ashtanga, Followell recognized the need for an authentic Ashtanga studio in her hometown of Louisville. With her Level 2 authorization to teach Ashtanga, Followell was determined to bring the same experience she had in Mysore to her community.

At AYL, students follow a structured system of poses that become increasingly challenging. This method encourages resilience and personal growth as students must master each pose before moving on to the next. Despite the challenges, students keep coming back, drawn to the transformative power of the practice.

Unlike traditional yoga classes, AYL offers open practice periods where students can move at their own pace under the guidance of instructors. With a team of experienced teachers who have studied in Mysore, AYL ensures the authenticity and consistency of the Ashtanga lineage.

With only 160 Authorized Ashtanga teachers in the U.S. and 860 worldwide, AYL is a rare gem in the yoga community. Located on the third floor of Mellwood Art Center, AYL welcomes all levels of practitioners to experience the benefits of Ashtanga Yoga.

For more information and to sign up for a class, visit Ashtanga Yoga Louisville’s website. The first class is always free, so don’t miss the opportunity to explore this unique yoga practice in the heart of Louisville.