Hatha Yoga

Why Practise Hatha Yoga?

According to experts, a stiff spine is the first sign of aging. When the muscles become slack, the organs cannot function properly. Lack of exercise creates a stagnation that affects the flow of blood and oxygen, and interferes with the digestion, assimilation and elimination of food. Likewise, repetitive activities—even sports and heavy exercise—create an imbalance in the skeletal system and we lose flexibility. Stress often manifests as pain in the shoulders, neck, hips and back, and creates energy blocks that contract the muscles and pull our body out of alignment. Many doctors and physiotherapists recommend hatha yoga to relieve headaches, muscle cramping, joint swelling, insomnia and chronic irritability.

Hatha yoga will help you:

• Relieve stress and tension
• Align the spine
• Stimulate the flow of oxygen
• Rejuvenate the body
• Increase vitality
• Improve strength and energy
• Maintain flexibility
• Feel relaxed and peaceful

The Golden Eleven

When Swamiji went to India, he lived and studied with the well-known hatha yogi Hari Das Baba. From his time there he developed a series of postures he calls the “Golden Eleven,” designed to invigorate you physically, mentally and spiritually.

Beginners’ Course—8 Weeks

Whether you have done some yoga in the past or are a complete beginner, we recommend starting with this foundation course. In an encouraging and non-competitive atmosphere our trained instructors demonstrate poses and work with you individually. Along with one hour of practice, each class has an introductory session that covers the principles and practices of hatha yoga

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Ongoing Intermediate and Advanced Classes

Expand your hatha yoga practice in a supportive and creative environment. You will learn new poses and breath techniques, and receive personal guidance in modifying the basic poses to your level of strength and flexibility. You will also be given easy-to-follow routines so you can develop and maintain a personal practice at home.

Yoga for Mothers to Be

Yoga is extremely beneficial in preparing for childbirth. Our certified Shiva Yoga teachers work with you personally in practicing postures specifically designed to strengthen and relax the body and prepare for childbirth. You’ll also learn breathing exercises that help calm and focus the mind.

Private Sessions

We offer one-on-one instruction for individuals who want to deepen their practice, accommodate an injury or chronic condition, or work around a busy schedule.

For Companies and Organizations

Our teachers conduct classes at companies, organizations, groups and gyms throughout the Mornington Peninsula and in the city. We can arrange to teach at your location, at a time of your convenience. Contact us and we’ll design a course specifically to meet your needs.

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