...Kundalini refers to the dormant power in the human organism, which lies at the root of the spinal column and is the individual bodily representation of the great cosmic power. The Kundalini energy is generally described figuratively as a coiled serpent at the base of the spine. The coiled state of the kundalini represents the unmanifested spiritual power and consciousness of humans

The main purpose of kundalini Yoga is to awaken this kundalini energy which gradually takes the practitioner to progressively elevated levels of consciousness. The awakened kundalini energy merges the individual consciousness of the practitioner with the vital consciousness of the entire universe and thus bestows upon them many divine, occult powers. It also brings upon the practitioner the realization that we are all spiritual beings having a human experience. The keyword here is realization, that is, when the practitioners understand this as the truth in the very core of their being.

kundalini Yoga is the highest form of yoga and all other forms of yoga are merely preparations of the mind and body for its practi...more

Yoga is Suitable for Everyone

...Yoga is suitable for everyone, of any age or physical condition. This is due to the nonstrenuous nature of our approach to exercise, even people with physical limitations can find it beneficial to practice yoga. There are many different schools of Yoga. Here is a short list of some of the most well known and they are described below:

hatha Yoga: It is physical movements and postures combined with breathing techniques. This is style that most people associate with the practice of Yoga.

Raja Yoga: Sometimes refered to as the royal road, because it incorporates exercise and breathing practice with meditation, thought to produce a well-rounded individual.

Jnana Yoga: Or the path of wisdom....more

Yoga for Pain Management and Relief!

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Ideally, each yoga class will also include information about the Yoga of Wisdom (Jnana Yogapronounced gee-anna), and the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). It is most effective if yoga students and practitioners take at least a few yoga classes per week or have a daily practice at home.

Stay tuned for more information about hatha Yoga, Yoga Retreats and our upcoming DVD, Gentle Yoga.

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What Is iyengar Yoga?

...hed fourteen books, including "Light On Yoga," which has been dubbed "the bible of yoga." Time Magazine called iyengar one of the "100 most influential people" in 2004. iyengar yoga is one part spirituality and one part physical fitness, paving the way toward a united mind and body.

Spiritually, iyengar meditation is based upon Patanjali's eight limbs of raja yoga. The first is Yama, meaning physically and mentally abstaining from the following five things: violence toward others and oneself, from coveting others' belongings, from sexual intercourse, from attachment to possessions and anything that is untrue.

The second limb is called Niyama, referring to the five observances: cleanliness of body and mind, satisfaction with what one has, penance and mental control, introspection and s...more

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