This opening class introduces the first Asana Principle — Samastitihi, the still center and source of every posture. We begin by defining what a principle is — a foundation, a rule, an idea that sets up a system of reasoning — and then learn to apply that meaning directly to practice. Through Surya Namaskara and basic standing work, you’ll explore how every movement and shape can be traced back to Samastitihi — how this sense of inner steadiness is continuously referenced as you move through the sequence. What makes this class special is its unique integration of asana, philosophy, and lived experience. David weaves together clear technical instruction with reflections from the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads, revealing how the one Self behind all variety is mirrored in the way Samastitihi stands behind every asana. The result is both practical and visionary — a class that changes how you see alignment, effort, and presence, while opening a new doorway into the philosophical heart of yoga.