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| The word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word "Yuj" meaning to yoke, join or unite. This implies joining or integrating all aspects of the individual - body with mind and mind with soul - to achieve a happy, balanced and useful life, and spiritually. In India, Yoga is considered one of the six branches of classical philosophy and is referred to throughout the Vedas | ||
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There are different types of yoga - here are some of them:
IYENGAR
The Iyengar method of Yoga is initially learnt through the in-depth study of asanas (posture) and pranayama (breath control). Based on the teachings of the yogi B.K.S Iyengar, this style of practice is most concerned with bodily alignment. Iyengar practice usually emphasizes holding poses over long periods and the use of props, such as yoga blankets, blocks and straps, in order to bring the body into alignment.
HATHA
A Hatha Yoga class is usually slow-paced and gentle and provides a good introduction to the basic yoga poses. Proper yoga breathing is the most important aspect of a Hatha Yoga practice. Because its emphasis is on the body through asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing) practice, many western students are satisfied with the physical health and vitality it develops.
ASHTANGA
Ashtanga, which means "eight limbs" in Sanskrit, is a fast-paced, intense style of yoga. A set series of poses is performed, always in the same order. Ashtanga practice is very physically demanding because of the constant movement from one pose to the next.
VINYASA
A Vinyasa class will typically start with a number of Sun Salutations to warm up the body for more intense stretching that's done at the end of class.
BIKRAM/HOT YOGA
Pioneered by Bikram Choudhury, this style is more generally referred to as Hot Yoga. It is practiced in a 95 to 100 degree room, which allows for a loosening of tight muscles and profuse sweating, which is thought to be cleansing. The Bikram method is a set series of 26 poses, but not all hot classes make use of this series.
IYENGAR
The Iyengar method of Yoga is initially learnt through the in-depth study of asanas (posture) and pranayama (breath control). Based on the teachings of the yogi B.K.S Iyengar, this style of practice is most concerned with bodily alignment. Iyengar practice usually emphasizes holding poses over long periods and the use of props, such as yoga blankets, blocks and straps, in order to bring the body into alignment.
HATHA
A Hatha Yoga class is usually slow-paced and gentle and provides a good introduction to the basic yoga poses. Proper yoga breathing is the most important aspect of a Hatha Yoga practice. Because its emphasis is on the body through asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing) practice, many western students are satisfied with the physical health and vitality it develops.
ASHTANGA
Ashtanga, which means "eight limbs" in Sanskrit, is a fast-paced, intense style of yoga. A set series of poses is performed, always in the same order. Ashtanga practice is very physically demanding because of the constant movement from one pose to the next.
VINYASA
A Vinyasa class will typically start with a number of Sun Salutations to warm up the body for more intense stretching that's done at the end of class.
BIKRAM/HOT YOGA
Pioneered by Bikram Choudhury, this style is more generally referred to as Hot Yoga. It is practiced in a 95 to 100 degree room, which allows for a loosening of tight muscles and profuse sweating, which is thought to be cleansing. The Bikram method is a set series of 26 poses, but not all hot classes make use of this series.