mastering the practice of yoga, is mastering the art of stillness, creativity & balance.

mastering the practice of yoga, is mastering the art of stillness, creativity & balance.

SOLACE AND SOLENE

the art of yoga.

ashtanga yoga = our value system in the practice.

Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic and structured form of yoga that emphasizes breath control, flowing movement, and a set sequence of postures. It is rooted in the teachings of T. Krishnamacharya, who developed the practice, and is further refined by K. Pattabhi Jois in the early 20th century.

Ashtanga Yoga is known for its rigorous and dynamic practice, which includes a series of postures performed in a flowing manner, synchronized with breath and movement. It aims to build strength, flexibility, and inner peace, making it a holistic path toward for furtther physical purification, mental clarity, and spiritual evolution.

The eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga are:

  1. Yama (moral codes): Ethical restraints that calm emotional turbulence.

  2. Niyama (self-discipline): Personal observances that stabilize the mind.

  3. Asana (posture): Steady posture for physical and mental balance.

  4. Pranayama (breath control): Regulated breathing to control life force.

  5. Pratyahara (sense withdrawal): Withdrawal of the senses from external distractions.

  6. Dharana (concentration): Focused concentration on a single point.

  7. Dhyana (meditation): Uninterrupted meditation.

  8. Samadhi (oneness with the self): Complete absorption or unity with the object of meditation.

creating accessibility in the practice = our rule of thumb.

Yoga therapy is a modern therapeutic practice that integrates the principles of yoga to enhance mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Yoga therapy plays a vital role in making yoga therapy safe, effective, and personalized.

It is grounded in several key principles:

  1. Holistic Approach: It addresses the whole person, considering physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects.

  2. Personalization: Techniques are customized to suit individual needs and health conditions.

  3. Empowerment: It empowers individuals to take an active role in their healing process.

  4. Prevention and Management: It aims to both prevent and manage health conditions.

  5. Yoga therapy uses a variety of tools and techniques, including:

  6. Asanas: Physical movements for healing.

  7. Pranayama: Breathing exercises for relaxation.

  8. Dhyana: Meditation/relaxation techniques.