![]() ![]() It is a powerful, refreshing and fully alive method and hundreds of thousands of yoga students from all parts of the world have encountered this. Iyengar is that its vital and sparkling approach to hatha yoga not linger in the knowledge from days gone by. Yoga as the way that systematically teaches one to recognize again the spirit, the ‘ absolute’, and to life and to be from there. The right effort does not consist of hard work to get strong muscles, and therefore the length of the asanas can be sustained, but the right effort is to develop the intelligence in the body. The body becomes translucent and bright as the air around it. Understanding arises from these confrontations, not to go out of the way but to let go. The form seems to be static because the body postures often are held for a long period to bring to the light, all that body and mind avoid in order to hide and protect themselves and the “I”. This deepening refinement develops the consciousness, and the intelligence of the body.Īlong with this, also the order in which the asanas (postures) are done is of great importance. This is what Iyengar calls “the Art of Precision, the perfect balance”. If somewhere the body over stretches, this automatically indicates there is too little awareness on another place and that part of the body doesn’t stretch enough. From the middle, the perfect balance, the body is elongated, stretched out. ‘ The median line is God ‘ is a well known quote of him. The ‘aiming’ or ‘straight positioning’ (Alignment) is essential in Iyengar’s concept. So they can be used as support where one still has difficulties with the body posture (asana), or more generally to understand the yoga practice. There are a variety of tools used in an innovative way (props), aimed at the maximum opening and stretching and by bringing a good blood supply into several parts and organs of the body. Striking for this way of working is the personal approach and attention to the individual needs of the different bodies. His approach to yoga emphasizes the development of inner strength and stamina, flexibility, balance and concentration, resulting from the constant and balanced practice of yoga. Starting with vinyasa-style sequencing, and warming up the body before slowing down with some long-held yin postures.By his own practice, uncompromising and always powerful and vital, he has reached back to the roots of yoga, so that it was revitalized for the 20th century. Taught every Sunday evening, this 90-minute class is the perfect balance and a great way to wind down after a long day. It is also the perfect complement to help support your yoga practice. It is great for reaching the smaller (supporting) muscles we often forget about, as well as rehabilitation after injury through proper stabilization and alignment. Still considered mindful movement, Pilates is low-impact movement that promotes strength and stability as well as flexibility and postural alignment. ![]() Classes are smaller for extra support and guidance. Perfect for any soon-to-be mothers who are new to yoga and need something a bit more tailored to their needs. Yoga for all the mums-to-be to help support you in this special time through all stages of your pregnancy. With candlelight to guide the way and soft props for extra support if you need it. These classes are generally taught in the later evenings to help wind you down after a long day. ![]() A slow-moving meditation, that aims to repair the body and mind.Ī softer class, to send you home in a state of ease and bliss. In these classes, you can expect longer holds, a soothing soundtrack, deep breathing, and candlelight. Our yin classes are quite different to our Yoga classes, so they’ve been labeled as such. You’ll find the classes vary in style depending on who is teaching it, and all of our teachers are quite unique so it’s best to shop around, read their bios, and see who’s style resonate most with youĪll of the classes are open to all levels, so beginners are always welcome, but we recommend letting us know if it’s your first class so we can give you some extra guidance. That’s why we label most of our classes ‘Yoga’. ![]()
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