What is Yoga?
“Yogash chitta vritti nirodhah.” YS 1.2
- Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind.
Yoga is an ancient philosophical practice, dating back some five thousand years and originating in India. In Sanskrit yoga means “to yoke” or “to unite”. Through physical poses (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and meditation (dharana), yoga aims to help us move towards uniting the body, mind and spirit.
Benefits
- Increase strength and flexibility
- Reduce stress
- Improve concentration
- Improve confidence
- Heal injuries
- Detoxify your system
