| Yoga Styles |
Hatha yoga is the physical foundation of any yoga practice. Many yogis
first master Hatha yoga then, as the body has become conditioned to the
discipline, proceed to more challenging styles of yoga to awaken the mind
and spirit more fully.
The translation of Hatha yoga in Sanskrit is “ha” – meaning sun; “tha” –
meaning moon; and “yoga” – a word translated as union, yoke or power.
Ashtanga yoga is considered to be the most strenuous of the Hatha
yoga methods. Individuals who are very athletic in other areas enjoy
ashtanga yoga because of its equal focus on stamina, strength and
flexibility. The translation of Ashtanga in Sanskrit is “ashta” – meaning
eight-limbed; “and “yoga” – meaning union, yoke or power.
Kundalini Yoga Pronounced “kun-da-lee-nee,” this extremely ancient
Indian yoga method incorporates every aspect of yoga, including specific
breathing techniques, postures, chanting and most importantly,
meditation, all designed to awaken latent energy.
Bikram yoga originated with yogi Bikram Choudhury in 1974. Choudhury
developed a series of 26 asanas to be performed in a particular
sequence in a heated room of 80-105 degrees Fahrenheit. The classes
are usually 90-minutes long and include specialized breathing exercises
as well.
Hot yoga is a form of Hatha yoga performed in a heated room.
Practitioners of this style still experience many yoga benefits, but may
not be aware of Choudhury’s philosophy or exact practice. Instructors
of hot yoga are not always trained in the Bikram method, and don’t have
to be to teach hot yoga.
Partner Yoga Performing partner yoga poses builds a high level of trust
and intimacy. It can be a fun exercise to do with children, or a special
moment shared between lovers.
Tantra yoga works on the belief that not only are sexual feelings and
contact acceptable, they can be used as a method to further
enlightenment. Tantra yoga a different philosophy from other yoga
paths, some of which suggest that sexual involvement is actually
damaging to the greater development of self.
Tantric yoga for lovers Tantra means to weave together. While the
term often applies to sex, it also applies to yoga with a lover. Your
bodies and minds will have to weave together as you sincerely focus on
the postures. You will move as one: one body, one mind, one spirit. You
will celebrate your body and awaken your sexuality without focusing on
sex. The ultimate goal within the walls of tantric yoga for lovers is a
different kind of connection. The key to tantric yoga, as with all things
labeled "tantric", is the journey—not the destination or the goal.
Vinyasa Yoga is a dynamic flow of postures connected together by
breath. Many practitioners consider this discipline to be an invigorating
session for the body and mind. The root of Vinyasa in Sanskrit is vi,
which means, “in a special way”, and nyasa, which means, “to place”.
Laughter Yoga combines the breathing principles of yoga with laughter
for a refreshing mental and physical release of tension.
Prenatal Yoga many expectant mothers find that practicing prenatal
yoga is beneficial to their body and mind. Whether you're a seasoned
yogi looking for a community of other pregnant women or a yoga novice
wanting a healthy exercise alternative, practicing prenatal yoga has
many advantages.
Dahn Yoga while many forms of yoga originated on the Indian continent,
Dahn yoga is actually a combination of yoga and the Korean method of
healing known as Dahnhak. Dahnhak yogo is defined as “energy study:”
dahn, meaning “energy” hak, meaning “study”
Restorative Yoga aka Gentle Yoga Restorative Yoga focuses on
relaxing the body in restful postures. Note that 'rest' is different
than sleep. Rest provides the body an opportunity to renew and heal.
Restorative yoga, as well as other forms of yoga, help to trigger the
Parasympathetic nervous system, The PNS is responsible for balancing
the body and bringing its response system back into equilibrium.
It is a state of conscious deep sleep.
Yoga nidra one appears to be asleep, but the consciousness is
functioning at the deeper level of awareness. It is sleep with a trace of
deep awareness, a state of mind in between wakefulness and dream.
When we sleep, we loose track of our self and cannot utilize this
capacity of mind. Yoga nidra enables the person to be conscious in this
state of being while planting our seeds of intentions, inspire the higher
self, and enjoy the vitality of life.
Iyengar Yoga
Iyengar yoga emphasizes posture and the development of balance and
alignment. To support students' explorations of postures, Iyengar yoga
makes use of a wide variety of props: belts, blocks, pillows, and balls.
Iyengar is one of the most widely practiced yoga techniques in the
West. It was developed in India by B.K.S. Iyengar and responds to
individuals with varying limitations and capacities for accomplishing
postures. Iyengar Yoga is noted for great attention to detail and the
precise alignment of postures.
Jivamukti Yoga
Jivamukti, a Sanskrit word that means "liberation while living," was
developed by Sharon Gannon and David Life and combines a vigorous
physical practice with an equally strong foundation in ancient spiritual
traditions of yoga. Each class focuses on a theme, which is supported by
Sanskrit chanting, readings, references to scriptural texts, music (from
the Beatles to Moby), spoken word, asana sequencing, and yogic breathing
practices.
Kripalu Yoga
Kripalu Yoga puts great emphasis on the mechanics of yoga—proper
breath and alignment—as well as on the inner, spiritual dimensions of
yoga practice. Students are encouraged to honor "the wisdom of the
body" and to work according to the limits of their individual flexibility
and strength. There are three stages in Kripalu yoga. Stage one focuses
on learning the postures and exploring your body's abilities. Stage two
involves holding the postures for an extended time, developing
concentration and inner awareness. Stage three is called "Meditation in
Motion," in which movement from one posture to another arises
unconsciously and spontaneously. Kripalu yoga was developed by Yogi
Amrit Desai, who was inspired by his guru, Swami Kripalvanandaji, a
Kundalini Yoga master from India.
first master Hatha yoga then, as the body has become conditioned to the
discipline, proceed to more challenging styles of yoga to awaken the mind
and spirit more fully.
The translation of Hatha yoga in Sanskrit is “ha” – meaning sun; “tha” –
meaning moon; and “yoga” – a word translated as union, yoke or power.
Ashtanga yoga is considered to be the most strenuous of the Hatha
yoga methods. Individuals who are very athletic in other areas enjoy
ashtanga yoga because of its equal focus on stamina, strength and
flexibility. The translation of Ashtanga in Sanskrit is “ashta” – meaning
eight-limbed; “and “yoga” – meaning union, yoke or power.
Kundalini Yoga Pronounced “kun-da-lee-nee,” this extremely ancient
Indian yoga method incorporates every aspect of yoga, including specific
breathing techniques, postures, chanting and most importantly,
meditation, all designed to awaken latent energy.
Bikram yoga originated with yogi Bikram Choudhury in 1974. Choudhury
developed a series of 26 asanas to be performed in a particular
sequence in a heated room of 80-105 degrees Fahrenheit. The classes
are usually 90-minutes long and include specialized breathing exercises
as well.
Hot yoga is a form of Hatha yoga performed in a heated room.
Practitioners of this style still experience many yoga benefits, but may
not be aware of Choudhury’s philosophy or exact practice. Instructors
of hot yoga are not always trained in the Bikram method, and don’t have
to be to teach hot yoga.
Partner Yoga Performing partner yoga poses builds a high level of trust
and intimacy. It can be a fun exercise to do with children, or a special
moment shared between lovers.
Tantra yoga works on the belief that not only are sexual feelings and
contact acceptable, they can be used as a method to further
enlightenment. Tantra yoga a different philosophy from other yoga
paths, some of which suggest that sexual involvement is actually
damaging to the greater development of self.
Tantric yoga for lovers Tantra means to weave together. While the
term often applies to sex, it also applies to yoga with a lover. Your
bodies and minds will have to weave together as you sincerely focus on
the postures. You will move as one: one body, one mind, one spirit. You
will celebrate your body and awaken your sexuality without focusing on
sex. The ultimate goal within the walls of tantric yoga for lovers is a
different kind of connection. The key to tantric yoga, as with all things
labeled "tantric", is the journey—not the destination or the goal.
Vinyasa Yoga is a dynamic flow of postures connected together by
breath. Many practitioners consider this discipline to be an invigorating
session for the body and mind. The root of Vinyasa in Sanskrit is vi,
which means, “in a special way”, and nyasa, which means, “to place”.
Laughter Yoga combines the breathing principles of yoga with laughter
for a refreshing mental and physical release of tension.
Prenatal Yoga many expectant mothers find that practicing prenatal
yoga is beneficial to their body and mind. Whether you're a seasoned
yogi looking for a community of other pregnant women or a yoga novice
wanting a healthy exercise alternative, practicing prenatal yoga has
many advantages.
Dahn Yoga while many forms of yoga originated on the Indian continent,
Dahn yoga is actually a combination of yoga and the Korean method of
healing known as Dahnhak. Dahnhak yogo is defined as “energy study:”
dahn, meaning “energy” hak, meaning “study”
Restorative Yoga aka Gentle Yoga Restorative Yoga focuses on
relaxing the body in restful postures. Note that 'rest' is different
than sleep. Rest provides the body an opportunity to renew and heal.
Restorative yoga, as well as other forms of yoga, help to trigger the
Parasympathetic nervous system, The PNS is responsible for balancing
the body and bringing its response system back into equilibrium.
It is a state of conscious deep sleep.
Yoga nidra one appears to be asleep, but the consciousness is
functioning at the deeper level of awareness. It is sleep with a trace of
deep awareness, a state of mind in between wakefulness and dream.
When we sleep, we loose track of our self and cannot utilize this
capacity of mind. Yoga nidra enables the person to be conscious in this
state of being while planting our seeds of intentions, inspire the higher
self, and enjoy the vitality of life.
Iyengar Yoga
Iyengar yoga emphasizes posture and the development of balance and
alignment. To support students' explorations of postures, Iyengar yoga
makes use of a wide variety of props: belts, blocks, pillows, and balls.
Iyengar is one of the most widely practiced yoga techniques in the
West. It was developed in India by B.K.S. Iyengar and responds to
individuals with varying limitations and capacities for accomplishing
postures. Iyengar Yoga is noted for great attention to detail and the
precise alignment of postures.
Jivamukti Yoga
Jivamukti, a Sanskrit word that means "liberation while living," was
developed by Sharon Gannon and David Life and combines a vigorous
physical practice with an equally strong foundation in ancient spiritual
traditions of yoga. Each class focuses on a theme, which is supported by
Sanskrit chanting, readings, references to scriptural texts, music (from
the Beatles to Moby), spoken word, asana sequencing, and yogic breathing
practices.
Kripalu Yoga
Kripalu Yoga puts great emphasis on the mechanics of yoga—proper
breath and alignment—as well as on the inner, spiritual dimensions of
yoga practice. Students are encouraged to honor "the wisdom of the
body" and to work according to the limits of their individual flexibility
and strength. There are three stages in Kripalu yoga. Stage one focuses
on learning the postures and exploring your body's abilities. Stage two
involves holding the postures for an extended time, developing
concentration and inner awareness. Stage three is called "Meditation in
Motion," in which movement from one posture to another arises
unconsciously and spontaneously. Kripalu yoga was developed by Yogi
Amrit Desai, who was inspired by his guru, Swami Kripalvanandaji, a
Kundalini Yoga master from India.
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your heart be touched, you begin to discover
that it's bottomless, that it doesn't have
any resolution, that this heart is huge, vast,
and limitless. You begin to discover how
much warmth and gentleness is there, as
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your heart be touched, you begin to discover
that it's bottomless, that it doesn't have
any resolution, that this heart is huge, vast,
and limitless. You begin to discover how
much warmth and gentleness is there, as
well as how much space."
Pema Chodron
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