David started yoga in 1969 with his brother in Houston. In 1973, he discovered Ashtanga and later studied directly with K. Pattabhi Jois. He is one of the few Westerners to learn the full Ashtanga system. Today, David is a leading instructor, teaching workshops globally with a supportive, accessible approach.
What others are saying
"Only Dead Fish Go With The Flow is a well-rounded and worldly example of a man who’s learned through trial and error how to honor one’s goals, be fearless, and be committed to achieving them. It's a book full of life lessons and awareness, humbly and honestly given, told by a dude who has truly lived passionately and fearlessly, honoring his beliefs and principles with humor and kindness - and always, always swimming upstream!! Read this book! Drink in all the beauty of it! A well-lived life that continues, and I’m so jazzed that he shared it! Truth!" - Bill Scarlet
My other book - Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual
Whether new to Ashtanga or an experienced student or teacher, you will find this book by David Swenson to be invaluable. It contains over 650 photos and multiple variations for every asana in the Primary and Intermediate Series plus 3 Short Forms. Its spiral binding assures easy use while practicing and the hard cover increases durability!”