yoga
Yoga means Union
A sacred medicine to connect within.
Originating in India more than 5000 years ago, Yoga is a physical, mental & spiritual practice. Its purpose is to unify the mind, body & spirit in order to generate liberation (recognize of our true nature).
The practice of Yoga is part of a literary body of sacred texts known as the Vedas. These texts give access to the original meaning of non-dual consciousness (advaita), practices to quiet the mind (yoga), the first holistic healing system (Ayurveda) and show a path to recognize the purity of our Being (moksha).
The wisdom of the Vedas was revealed in the form of hymns and verses, to women (rishikas) and men (rishis) while in a state of meditation. Although they are now published in 4 books, originally the Vedas were transmitted orally. The Vedas are not a dogma and precede all religion (although many of the religions practiced in what is now India are based on them).
Through the thousands of years that yoga has been practiced, there have been different interpretations of its meaning, each adopting different emphasis and practices.
ashtanga vinyasa yoga
Origin - The Ashtanga Vinyasa system, derived from the ancient *Yoga Korunta* text, was passed down by the teacher Rama Mohan Brahmachari to his student T. Krishnamacharya—considered the father of "modern" yoga. He, passed it on to his loyal disciple Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, who in turn passed it on to his daughter, Saraswathi Jois, and grandson, R. Sharath Jois to continue to share the practice in Mysore, India.
Self Practice - Ashtanga yoga is taught on an individual basis within a group setting, allowing each student to learn the sequence at their own pace—in silence and in an atmosphere that fosters a meditative state.
Benefits - By adopting a regular Ashtanga practice, you will begin to notice the physical, mental, and emotional benefits that it generates. You will also learn a sequence that you can continue practicing either at the studio or in the comfort of your own home. The practice generates internal heat, which purifies the muscles and organs, eliminating toxins and improving circulation, hormonal activity, and the body's utilization of minerals.
Open to all - You are welcome regardless of your age, experience level, or physical condition. Traditionally, Ashtanga is practiced six days a week. Start with what you can manage and allow the practice to work its magic.
Yoga has become increasingly popular in the West in the past decades as a way of promoting physical and mental well-being. It is beneficial for everyone, it can be practiced anywhere, at any time, by people of all ages and cultures.
Whatever your personal circumstances and motivation to join our yoga classes, you will be welcome at Yoga Circle and supported in finding the yoga path that’s most beneficial for you.
A regular yoga practice has the power to generate inner transformation and alter how we experience ourselves, others and Life itself, by supporting us to connect to our breath, listen to our bodies, quiet our minds, and eventually connect to our essence and to something bigger than ourselves.
Benefits of Yoga
Yoga has become increasingly popular in the West in the past decades, demanding more evidence from the scientific world to expose some understanding and support to how this ancient tradition works to improve health and well being. Numerous health benefits have been positively associated with the regular practice of yoga, including increased strength, flexibility and balance, healthier joints, improved sleep, increased heart rate variability, back pain prevention and stress reduction – just to name a few. Yoga provides many other mental and emotional benefits and for many students it becomes a sanctuary within their busy lives. A sacred space to come home to the present moment and to the Self. That’s the space we offer you at Yoga Circle.
Who is Yoga for
Yoga is an ancient practice, rooted in Indian philosophy. It began as a spiritual practice and has become popular as a way of promoting physical and mental well-being. It is beneficial for everyone, it can be practiced anywhere, at any time, by people of all ages and cultures.
Whatever your personal circumstances and motivation to join our yoga classes, you will be welcome at Yoga Circle and supported in finding the yoga path that’s most beneficial for you.
Yoga Circle currently offers Yoga (asana, pranayama, mantra & meditation) through the following classes: