Mysore Style Yoga is the traditional way of practicing Ashtanga Yoga, named after the city in India where the method was developed. At the beginning of the course, students will review the warm-up and finishing postures of the Primary Series, then each student is taught additional postures according to their level of ability, through one-on-one instruction. As students gain strength, flexibility, and focus, more poses are gradually added onto their sequence in a step-by-step process, allowing time to practice and memorize the sequence. Students are then able to practice independently, at their own pace, assisted individually by the teacher and surrounded by the inspiration and energy of the group.