About Yoga
The origins of yoga may date back as far as 2500 B.C. Although in the West yoga has become more identified with the Asanas (physical postures), the practice of yoga is much more than that. Yoga literally means “union” or “joining” and its ultimate goal is to reunite the individual self with the Absolute or pure consciousness. Hatha Yoga is the skillful use of seemingly opposing forces – inhale and exhale, strength and surrender, renunciation and full participation in life, to find the place where these forces are reconciled – the heart.
Some of the benefits of yoga practice are as follows:
- Increased strength and flexibility
- Relief from conditions such as high blood pressure, chronic fatigue, and asthma
- Decreased cholesterol and blood sugar level
- Weight loss
- Reduced signs of aging
- Increased energy
- Mental clarity and increased capacity to concentrate
- Improved ability to deal with stress
- Greater sense of purpose and peace of mind
- Deeper connection to who we really are, and a deeper connection to others
- A healthier, more fulfilled life
People come to yoga for many reasons and the great thing is, anyone can practice yoga at any stage of life. In addition to the physical postures, yoga includes breathing and relaxation exercises, meditation and positive thought, as well as dietary and other lifestyle considerations.
With yoga’s booming popularity worldwide, there is a huge demand for qualified teachers who can facilitate safe, effective, informative and fun classes.
