Our style of yoga is Kripalu, which is a fairly gentle yet strengthening form of Hatha Yoga. The word "yoga" means union or to join together. It is the union of the body (the physical), mind (the mental), soul (the spiritual) and heart (emotional). Yoga originated in India about six thousand years ago. Today yoga is practiced by millions of people worldwide. It is not a religion but can be spiritual. Kripalu is named for Swami Kripalunanda who was the grandfather of our tradition of yoga. Go at your own pace Not everything is suitable for every “body” - we are all different and unique, so in class you are invited, encouraged even, to do only the parts that work for you. It’s fine to come out of a pose early or to adjust to make it work for you and your body’s needs in this moment. 

It’s fine to “do your own thing” all the way through class or to closely follow the teacher’s guidance and body positions. Instructors offer modifications to make poses easier or more challenging, as required. Yoga is not about how it looks from the outside but how it feels from the inside This style of yoga is not about competition or keeping up, it’s more about being inwards and connecting with the inner wisdom of your body and spirit. Deep breathing and conscious awareness of your body is the key. Yoga as Meditation Yoga, in its original form, is the practice of physical positions (called postures or asanas or stretches), breathing exercises (called pranayama), meditation (called dhyana), and relaxation (called shavasana or yoga nidra). Our approach to yoga stresses a meditative element, so that the practitioner is focussing inwards on body and breath as he/she moves or holds positions. We connect the body and the mind via deep breathing and conscious awareness. We also include breathing and relaxation techniques in every class. Prana - the life force Prana is considered the "life force". Other traditions call it chi or spirit - it is that which animates all beings. It is energy, vitality, breath. In yoga prana is regulated via breathing deeply while doing poses and also with “pranayama”, the practice of specific breathing techniques. Through yoga one can awaken prana within and with a regular ongoing yoga practice, develop a sense of overall well-being in daily life. This in turn leads to happiness, good health, a sense of love, acceptance and connectedness to others. Simply put, yoga is the art of becoming a whole and loving person, towards oneself and others. Yoga has been a huge part of our lives and constitutes a daily exercise and spiritual practice. It’s an honour and a joy to share this practice with you.
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