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What Is Yoga?

Yoga is a way of living. Rather than physical exercise, yoga helps to promote a balance in physical, spiritual and mental well-being by combining breathing (Pranayama) and stretching the body into a variety of different postures (Asana). To be a true Yogi, is to be at peace with yourself in body, mind and soul. Yoga makes us feel rejuvenated and energized, keeping us focused on the present moment. It turn it bestows the power to control mind and body.

Hatha Yoga

'Ha' is Sanskrit for sun and 'tha' is moon. Hatha therefore is the bringing together of all existence into a wholeness and unity. Hatha Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning "union with God''. Similarly to Ashtanga, Hatha yoga starts with physical postures designed to strengthen the physical body and nervous system. The spine is strengthened and all internal organs and functions are enhanced. Once these postures are mastered, we can begin the practice of pranayama. Pranayama is the practice of regulating one's breathing. The mind is affected by our breathing and our breathing is affected by our mind.

Yoga Trapeze

Besides those benefits, Yoga Trapeze incorporates functional pulling and grip strength motions that perfectly complement a mat-based yoga practice to create a full-body fitness routine. You'll also improve flexibility, as well as core, upper body, and posterior chain strength.

Acu Yoga

Acu yoga is a combination of acupressure and yoga. It was developed in the 1970s to relieve pain and promote energy.

Barre Yoga

This form of training combines ballet, yoga, pilates and other fat burning exercises to improve flexibility and give you a high energy workout. The focus is on high reps and small range movements.

Health Benefits

• Attaining balance and harmony. • Promotes self healing. • Removes negative blocks. • Releases endorphins. • Removes toxins. • Enhances personal growth and power. • Reduces stress and tension by activating the nervous system. • Weight loss.

Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa is a contemporary style of yoga and encompasses many different types of yoga, such as Ashtanga and power yoga into a smooth flow and is one of the more popular styles of yoga.

Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga as exercise, incorporating principles of traditional Chinese medicine, with asanas (postures) that are held for longer periods of time than in other styles.

Pre and Post Natal

Research suggests that prenatal yoga is safe and can have many benefits for pregnant women and their babies. Prenatal yoga can improve sleep, reduce anxiety, increase the strength and endurance of muscles needed for childbirth, and decrease lower back pain.

Postnatal yoga offers the most benefits during the first three months after childbirth. You will benefit from increased calmness, decreased anxiety and depression, reduced irritability, lower blood pressure, and reduced muscular tension.

Puppy Yoga

Puppy yoga involves having puppies incorporated into some of the yoga movements that you are performing. It is great for relaxation and promoting feelings of well being and serenity.