Yoga is neither a philosophy nor a science. It is much more than ordinary science. The
science provides only little bit information about the creation in the universe. But yoga
provides the realization of true knowledge and god. Yoga means ‘Union’ of human soul
with the supreme-soul or god. Yoga is a system of mediation, Mental and physical training
that is expected to give knowledge of the supreme reality.
Yoga is different from religion and not for a particular society, community or a group of
people.
ASANA – AN INTRODUCTION
Most modern yoga classes and books have lost the secret key of Hatha
Yoga. The true purpose of the ancient practices of the yoga system is to
bring a superior balance and awaken the subtle energies of the body. It is
not so much a physical practice but a spiritual practice based on SHAKTI,
the fundamental vibrating energy of every human being. Hatha Yoga is an
age-old discipline of Yoga. Hatha comes from “HA” – solar (+) and “THA”
– lunar (-), the harmonious union of the two opposite aspects in the
human body. The practice of yoga postures (ASANAS) aims to open and
purify the energy centres (CHAKRAS) and energy channels (NADIS).
The Secret Of ASANAS :
The subtle body has seven principal energy centres and many secondary ones. When a yogi performs an asana, the specific configuration taken by the force centres (CHAKRAS) creates a connection to the corresponding subtle energies from the Universe through the process of RESONANCE..
“Resonance” which means to resound OR to vibrate. The process of resonance comprises two systems, in our case the human being and the “macrocosm” or universe, which have a common vibration frequency. The asana helps the yogi “tune in” one of the infinite spheres of energy of the macrocosm.
In order to achieve this process of resonance the yogi mentally evokes the desired effect while performing the asana. The practice of asana is at least as much a mental practice as it is a physical practice. Let’s take for example Bhujangasana, the Cobra Pose.
When a yogi performs this pose all he has to think is “pure love” and concentrate on his heart chakra.
This is the secret key of Bhujangasana, and if it is used properly it will induce resonance between the yogi’s heart chakra ( Anahata Chakra) and the infinite macrocosmic sphere of love ( Maha Anahata Chakra), transferring virtually unlimited quantities of the love-energy to his heart.
There is a perfect correspondence between one’s own chakras, located within the microcosm of the human subtle body, and the exterior, infinite chakras of the macrocosm. Everything that exists in the macrocosm exists in us as well and something that does not exist inside of us does not exist in the macrocosm – this is the law of correspondence.
bhujangasana
“Breath is life” states a famous yogic proverb. In the absence of breath, life fades out.
When a child is born, his first breath is life. Any obstruction or delay of this process equals his death. On the other hand, the last breath of a person signifies his passage into another dimension and his parting from this world.
Between these two points in time, birth and death, the human being breathes incessantly, even if unaware of this process most of the time.
“When the breath is unrestrained, so is the mind. On the contrary, when the breath is under control, the mind will be tamed as well.”
The translation of the term Pranayama is most often “the control of the breath”. Prana is the ultimate cause of all manifested forces of nature. It expresses as any force, powers, energies manifested in the universe, both physical and subtle. All movement in the universe is only specific manifestations of Prana.
Moreover, Prana manifests within the beings as the different physical, mental and psychic processes. Prana animates, sustains, and energizes the body of all living organisms.
YOGA COURSES
INTRODUCTORY YOGA COURSE
For beginners. Step-by-step guidance in the sun salutation, breathing practices, deep relaxation and eleven of the twelve basic Asana.
Is the half-spinal twist still a mystery? Have you really grasped kapalabhati? Build on your yoga practice from Introductory Yoga Course with this dynamic Level 1 Course. Great for bridging your practice from Intro Yoga Course to Level 1.
It Includes Basic breathing technique
This course builds on what you have learned in Introductory Yoga Course and Level 1. The focus is on improving the basic twelve asana with some time being spent on achieving the best yoga poses and simple variations of the other postures. The aim is to build familiarity, strength and flexibility before moving on to a more advanced practice. Advance breathing technique.
In this level you will have all practice and knowledge of
Yoga Course Level 1-2.Knowledge of Mudras & Bandhas.
Explore how a disciplined and focused practice of yoga can help you to write more fluidly and encourage new ideas. This course will be a stronger practice of various yoga asana and pranayama, intended to deepen your focus.
*Not recommended for beginners as the variations require strength and flexibility*