Resting with the Sutras
A Yin, Mantra and Philosophy Practice
Four Classes: Thursday Feb 5, 12, 19 & March 12 at 7:30am Bali Time (Wednesday 6pm New York Time)
“If you are interested in learning more about yoga philosophy, then I highly recommend signing up for the Yoga Sutra Study program with Alex McRobert at the Mindful Life Practice! I have been a student in the yoga sutra study class throughout this year, and it has been a fantastic experience! Far too often, I think that western society teaches us that yoga mostly has to do with asana, or the physical postures of yoga. However, asana is only 1 of the eight limbs of yoga. In the sutra study class, we get to delve deeply into the true purpose of yoga. We also get to learn about the many practices of yoga that can be applied to our lives (not just asana), as well as the benefits of each of these practices. I definitely feel as though I have a much better understanding of the overarching purpose of yoga as a result of the Yoga Sutra Study program, as well as a lot more knowledge about how to apply yoga to my every day life. Another awesome benefit of this program is that I have gotten to meet other people from around the globe who share the same interest in yoga philosophy as me, and I have been able form friendships with my classmates in this program, as we are meeting and connecting each other once a week over a long span of time. If you are at all interested in learning about yoga philosophy, then this is the class for you! It is a fantastic experience!
Sarah
United States
I am an eternal student, so naturally I wanted to explore more about yoga philosophy. But, I found translations of the yoga sutras daunting and hard to understand. What I have loved most about Alex's Sutra Study Training is that she has been able to give modern day examples to explain each sutra in a way that makes them relatable and easy to understand. I think being able to dive even deeper into each sutra in a small group discussion has allowed me to gain a better understanding too. I would highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to learn more about the origin of yoga and deepen their practice.
Renee
United States
Before joining this program, I had practiced yoga for years, but I never fully understood the deeper layers of the tradition. Alexandra has a gift for making ancient philosophy feel intimate, relevant, and alive. Every week, she weaves the sutras into real-life stories, recovery wisdom, meditation practices, and the challenges we face in modern life. It feels less like a lecture and more like being guided through a journey of self-discovery.
What surprised me most is how practical the teachings became. Concepts like vairāgya, abhyāsa, the vṛttis, and the kleshas started showing up in my relationships, my habits, my healing, and even the way I speak to myself. I now understand yoga not just as movement, but as a path of mental clarity, resilience, and liberation.
Alexandra holds such a safe, compassionate, and inspiring space. Her ability to link philosophy with sobriety, trauma recovery, and real human vulnerability is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced in a yoga course. I felt seen, understood, and deeply supported.
If you’re looking for a study experience that is intellectual, emotional, and spiritual all at once — this is it. I’ve never felt more connected to my practice, or to myself. This course didn’t just teach me the Yoga Sutras; it helped me live them.
I would recommend it to anyone on a path of healing, growth, or wanting to deepen their yoga journey.
Eliza
Canada
