Why Yoga?
Of the many fitness systems popular today, Yoga is by far the oldest, yet the multiplicity of classes and courses available all over the world testify to the relevance of this ancient art in the 21st century. Its roots are buried more than 4,000 years deep in the soil of southern Asia. As it has grown, the great tree of Yoga has developed many branches.
Yoga offers a way of restoring inner peace and mental and physical harmony. It teaches how to unite body and mind, mind and spirit. It brings physical fitness and increased energy with a feeling of well being. The path of Yoga
is a personal search for deeper self-knowledge through the Asanas or Yoga postures and through breathing, relaxation and learning to quieten and focus the mind.
The Iyengar Method
Iyengar Yoga uses asanas or yoga postures as its basis for individual development, to restore natural flexibility to stiff backs, necks and limbs. The emphasis is placed on balancing the dynamic forces within the body through close observation of physical alignment, spinal extension and breath. Asanas are used to tune the mind to be receptive to messages the body is sending. (Iyengar method founder, B.K.S. Iyengar.)
The practice of asanas has a beneficial impact on the whole body. Asanas not only tone the muscles, tissues, ligaments, joints and nerves but also maintain the smooth function and health of all the body’s systems. They relax the body and mind, allowing both to recover from fatigue or weakness, and the stress of daily life. Through cultivation of the senses and reflections on actions within the context of asanas, a better understanding of our whole being is created so that we learn from and about ourselves.
GENERAL INFO
All classes at the school are 90 minutes duration unless otherwise shown on the timetable. Classes start on time. Please do not talk or make noise before the class.
WHAT TO WEAR
Your body should feel free while moving, so loose, comfortable clothing such as shorts and a t-shirt are recommended. Choose fabrics that allow the skin to breathe freely, such as cotton. In the winter months, lightweight tracksuit pants or leggings are usually worn. (Classes are taken barefoot.) Change rooms are available.
WHAT TO BRING
Mats and all other necessary equipment are provided by the School. However, for hygiene purposes we suggest you purchase your own personal mat if you intent to practice regularly (either at the School, at home or while traveling). Mats are available for sale at the school.
PRECAUTIONS
If you have any injuries or medical conditions, you are pregnant or menstruating please inform your teacher before the class begins.
MEALS
Yoga should be practiced on an empty stomach and bladder.
Wait approximately 2 hours after a light snack or 4 hours after a heavy meal.
BOOKS/PROPS
The school stocks a range of books, yoga mats, mat bags, foam blocks, belts and cotton bolsters.
Yoga Props |
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| Item | Each |
| Sticky mats, standard | $28 |
| Sticky mats, deluxe — Ecco rubber mats | (Travel 3.5mm) $75 |
| (Standard 5mm) $89 | |
| Matbags | $25 |
| Bolsters | $65 |
| Foam blocks | $15 |
| Belts | $12 |