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Yoga is a way of life and more than physical exercise. Classical yoga is a holistic approach that incorporates every aspect of our being to bring balance and harmony into our daily life allowing us to reconnect to our true nature of inner peace.
We teach all aspects of yoga with a simple and easy approach based on the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda.
We teach all aspects of yoga with a simple and easy approach based on the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda.
YOGA IN 5 POINTS
Swami Vishnudevananda taught yoga in 5 points. They bring together the often complex philosophies and teachings of India's ancient yogis in a form that is easy to understand and simple to adapt to everyday life, wherever you live in the world. If you follow these points you will improve your physical and mental health and deepen your connection with the spiritual aspects of life.
- Proper Exercise(Asanas) acts as a lubricating routine for the joints and muscles and other parts of the body by increasing circulation and flexibility. The Asanas not only produce physical benefits, but are also mental exercises in concentration and meditation, promoting optimum good health. Swami Vishnudevananda taught asanas in a system of 12 Basic Postures (see below).
- Proper Breathing (Pranayama) connects the body to the solar plexus where tremendous potential energy is stored. Through specific breathing techniques this energy is released for physical and mental rejuvenation.
- Proper Relaxation (Savasan) is a vital part of keeping the body and mind healthy. Yoga teaches three levels of relaxation– physical, mental and spiritual.
- Proper Diet (Vegetarian) is eating with awareness. A yogi takes food which has the most positive effect on the body and mind and the least negative effect on the environment.
- Positive Thinking and Meditation (Vedanta and Dhyana) relieves stress and replenishes energy. Meditation is well-known to improve concentration and to bring peace of mind and spiritual strength. Meditation is beneficial for everyone, especially those with a hectic, stressful life.
THE 12 BASIC POSTURES
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The 12 basic postures, or asanas, should be practiced in a specific order. They are designed to help your body and mind to reap the greatest possible benefits. The aim is to promote good health and to awaken the subtle energy - prana. After you have finished your practice you should feel a profound sense of physical and emotional well being. The practice of the asanas is also combined with breathing as well as relaxation poses in between. Most of the 12 basic asanas also have variations. Some variations are poses in their own right. Other variations lead on from a basic pose, but take you into more advanced positions. |
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