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TYPES OF YOGA...

While there are many types of yoga that include poses (asanas) as part of the practice, the classes that I teach are based on Iyengar and Anusara principals.

Below is a short list and explanation of different types of Yoga:

Ananda Yoga:
Classes focus on gentle poses designed to move the energy up to the brain to prepare for meditation

Anusura Yoga:
Classes pair strict principles of alignment with a playful spirit. The message is to open your heart and connect with the Divine within yourself and others.
 
Ashtanga Yoga:
Physically demanding practice that synchronizes the breath with a continuous series of postures.

Bikram Yoga:
Comprehensive workout performed in a room heated to 95°-105°.

Hatha Yoga:
Easy-to-learn basic form of yoga and is the foundation of all yoga styles.  Approach practice in a calm, meditative mood.

Integral Yoga:
Traditional form of yoga that combines postures, breathing exercises, selfless service, meditation, chanting, prayer and self-inquiry.

Iyengar Yoga:
Promotes strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance through coordinated breathing and poses that require precise body alignment.   Encourages the use of props to enable most to practice safely.

Jivamukti Yoga:
Expresses spiritual and ethical aspects of the practice

Kripula Yoga:
Called the yoga of consciousness, this gentle, introspective practice urges practitioners to hold poses to explore and release emotional and spiritual blockages.

Kundalini Yoga:
Concentrates on awakening the energy at the base of the spine and drawing it upward.

Power Yoga:
Essentially "beefed-up" yoga; there is no pausing between poses which makes it a very powerful aerobic workout.

Restorative Yoga:
Uses props to passively allow muscles to relax.

Sivananda Yoga:
Much like Integral Yoga; combines postures, breathing, dietary restrictions, chanting, scriptural study, and meditation.

Svaroopa Yoga:
Very approachable as new students often begin poses in chairs that are comfortable; intended to promote healing  and transformation.

Viniyoga:
Commonly used as a therapeutic practice for those who have suffered injuries or are recovering from surgery. A gentle, healing practice.

 
  • WillowLife Center
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  • Yoga
    • Yoga Schedules and Info
    • Types of Yoga
    • Yoga and Health
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  • Reiki
    • What is Reiki?
    • Prepare For Your First Session
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