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What is Yoga?
"Yoga is the science of right living"
The word means union - it is a bringing together of the whole person. A unity and balance of all aspects of ourselves. Yoga is an internal journey to find release and serenity.
Yoga aims at balancing the nervous and endocrine systems. It massages the internal organs and sends fresh oxygenated blood into the tissues and cells of the body. It improves the circulation. It strengthens the deep muscles of the body. It improves the skeletal structure and keeps the joints mobile. It supports the respiratory system and releases the mind from stress and strain. If practiced correctly it should enhance our concentration and our awareness. It is a holistic approach to health and healing. Advanced yoga does not mean the ability to twist into a pretzel but rather the ability to steady and focus the mind.
What is Hatha yoga?
and how is it different from other styles of yoga
There are various paths of yoga to suit the different personalities and needs of people and the different seasons of our lives. No one way is the only way. The path must be adaptable and flexible to be able to meet the specific needs and requirements of your present condition and situations in life. The asana must be a living exploration of body and mind. We must not get lost in how the posture looks but rather in how the posture makes us feel.
Hatha Yoga
is the collective name for all the asanas (postures) and pranayamas (breathing techniques.) The way in which you practice these postures is then referred to as different styles, but the actual postures stay the same. Hatha yoga classes are a good place to learn basic techniques and breathing exercises. It is a slow-paced stretching class with a very meditative atmosphere.
Iyengar yoga
is a form of Hatha yoga that places a lot of emphasis on the alignment of the body in the postures. Precision of technique is key in this style of yoga. Precision of technique is key in this style of yoga. The postures can be more challenging and the student should have experience and knowledge of Yoga to be able to attend this class and deepen their practice.
Yin Yoga
focuses on awareness and is more of a meditative approach to yoga. Yin yoga postures apply moderate stress on the connective tissues of the body, the tendons, fascia and ligaments. The aim is to increase circulation in the joints and improve flexibility, assisting the body as it ages.
Intermediate/Advanced Yoga
is a stronger class with more challenging poses and is for those with a good level of understanding of yoga, the philosophy behind it and listening to their body.
Yoga Connection offers mainly basic, traditional-style, Hatha yoga classes. Periodically we insert a class or two in the schedule of a different style. Watch our schedule for any Gentle Flow / Vinyasa class. Once a week we offer an advanced Iyengar yoga class as well. Try as many classes as you want and feel which style you resonate with most.
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