John Scott Yoga

New Zealander by birth, John originally studied Industrial Design both in New Zealand and Australia to graduate with a Batchelor of Applied Science in Industrial Design. John is a dedicated and direct student of Pattabhi Jois since 1989. John was introduced to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga by Derek Island 24 years ago, while traveling through Europe. Two years later, John began his studies with Pattabhi Jois of Mysore India, and has since then continued to develop his practice and teach / share the practice with many other students on the path of yoga. In 1995 John was certified to teach Ashtanga Yoga by Pattabhi Jois. John incorporates design philosophies with yoga philosophies, adding a very precise, detailed and colourful metaphorical presentation to his teaching. His highly individual, analytical and sensitive approach touches deeply the students who work with him – resulting in a strong following. John now mainly teaches Assisted Self Practice Development weeks with Lucy at their studio in Cornwall and also teaches counted technique workshops around the world. John and Lucy have travelled many times to Mysore with two babies to continue their study with his teacher. John and Lucy’s teaching reputation is world-wide, presenting workshops internationally for the past 18 years. John, with Lucy, has produced a best-selling book, “Ashtanga Yoga”, and a counted primary series DVD, and is currently writing a informative books based on the counted method (suitable for all levels of practitioner). John is also known for his illustrations/charts (line drawings) of Ashtanga Yoga Primary and Intermediate and Advanced Series, which continue to circulate Worldwide, having been published in chart form and then later in book form in “Astanga Yoga”, by Lino Miele.