Congratulations on deciding to join a yoga class. But which one? Not knowing your Lynegar from your Ashtanga can be quite daunting.
Whichever type you choose, the key is to continue practising regularly so you can enjoy the rewards that yoga brings. The following is a list of the more common yoga classes you’re likely to find.
Hatha Yoga
“Hatha” is a blanket term for the physical element of yoga within the discipline as a whole. It covers nearly all types of yoga, but if your class is called “Hatha Yoga” you can generally expect a balanced, moderate intensity session.
“Hatha” is a blanket term for the physical element of yoga within the discipline as a whole. It covers nearly all types of yoga, but if your class is called “Hatha Yoga” you can generally expect a balanced, moderate intensity session.
Ashtanga
This is a very fast-paced, intense style of yoga. It follows a series of postures, which are always done in the same order and are connected with the breath. Each posture flows directly in the next one, so it is a very demanding practice. Ashtanga can be a good choice for physically fit individuals who like a challenge.
This is a very fast-paced, intense style of yoga. It follows a series of postures, which are always done in the same order and are connected with the breath. Each posture flows directly in the next one, so it is a very demanding practice. Ashtanga can be a good choice for physically fit individuals who like a challenge.
Kundalini
Combines postures with specific breathing. Its purpose is to release the Kundalini energy that is housed at the based of the spine and allow it to move upward. Its ultimate goal is spiritual enlightenment.
Combines postures with specific breathing. Its purpose is to release the Kundalini energy that is housed at the based of the spine and allow it to move upward. Its ultimate goal is spiritual enlightenment.
Lyengar
This type of yoga, which was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, is focused on proper body alignment. Poses are held for long periods of time and the movement from one posture to another is slower than some other styles. Props are often used to help maintain proper form, so lyengar can be a good choice fro those who have physical limitations. Since it focuses so much on correct body alignment, it is also a good starting point for beginners.
This type of yoga, which was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, is focused on proper body alignment. Poses are held for long periods of time and the movement from one posture to another is slower than some other styles. Props are often used to help maintain proper form, so lyengar can be a good choice fro those who have physical limitations. Since it focuses so much on correct body alignment, it is also a good starting point for beginners.
Bikram
Created by Bikram Choundhury it is also known as “hot yoga”. Classes are held in studios heated up to 37 degrees Celsius which, according to Bikram teachers, allows your body to stretch without injury and release toxins. Practitioners move through a set series of 26 postures. This is a strenuous style, which really gets your heart rate up, so not recommended for those with low blood pressure.
Created by Bikram Choundhury it is also known as “hot yoga”. Classes are held in studios heated up to 37 degrees Celsius which, according to Bikram teachers, allows your body to stretch without injury and release toxins. Practitioners move through a set series of 26 postures. This is a strenuous style, which really gets your heart rate up, so not recommended for those with low blood pressure.
Power Yoga
This is an intense workout that is hybrid of Ashtanga, because the postures do not necessarily follow a particular sequence every time. Poses move from one to another and they require a geat deal of strength and stamina best suited for athletic well-conditioned individuals.
This is an intense workout that is hybrid of Ashtanga, because the postures do not necessarily follow a particular sequence every time. Poses move from one to another and they require a geat deal of strength and stamina best suited for athletic well-conditioned individuals.
Vinyasa Flow
The routine used in this guide is Vinyasa flow Hatha yoga and is done in a slow continual movement, pacing yourself with your breath.
The routine used in this guide is Vinyasa flow Hatha yoga and is done in a slow continual movement, pacing yourself with your breath.
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