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Yoga In India

A space to discover traditional Indian Yoga, explore, and deepen your yoga practices.

Believed to have its deepest roots in Yoga about 5000 years ago, India has its pristine presence and glory as the land of Yoga. Yoga has not only helped its aspirants in the communion of their Body and Soul but has also enriched human life with a purposeful existence, thanks to the yogic knowledge attributed to none other than the Adiyogi Lord Shiva himself.

The last few decades have witnessed more and more people turning to yoga as a supernatural remedy for health and wellness. The subject of yoga deals more with ‘MIND over MATTER’ adding more significance to enhance the emotional wellbeing to attain physical wellbeing.

Renowned yogis Swami Vivekananda, Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, B.K.S Iyengar, and many more have left their indelible mark by teaching yoga internationally in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Drawing the attention of several like-minded individuals to visit India and seek refuge in yoga for their wellbeing.

Yoga is commonly connected with yogic postures(Asanas) and vital breathing techniques(Pranayama) for physical fitness and mental relaxation, but ideally, it is much more than that. It is a comprehensive framework for living life, one should explore to connect to the self within to bring peace and harmony to oneself and others.

Structured as per the varied requirements of aspirants and needs, Yoga has found its name and place all over the world in the form of Ashtanga, Iyengar, Hatha, Vinyasa, and many other traditional lineages of Indian origin.

Types of Yoga in India

Ashtanga Yoga

Follows ancient teaching methods outlined as the 8 limbs propounded by Patanjali

Hatha Yoga

This stream of yoga caters to the body and teaches physical poses to cater to physical well-being and its undeniable influence on mental and emotional well-being.

Iyengar Yoga

Named after the founder of the style BKS Iyengar, this style of yoga focuses on finding the correct alignment of a pose with the help of props.

Jivamukti Yoga

Jivamukti Yoga, a modern yoga method founded by Sharon Gannon and David Life in 1984, offers a unique blend of physical, spiritual and ethical practices.

Raj Yoga

Raj Yoga, often referred to as the “royal path”, is one of the four main branches of yoga

Restorative Yoga

Restorative yoga classes allow you to rest and relax in only four or five basic postures using props such as blankets and cushions to drop into deep relaxation without exerting much effort.

Sivananda Yoga

With a five-point philosophy as its foundation Sivananda yoga believes maintaining proper breathing, relaxation, diet, exercise, and positive thinking work together to create a healthy yogic lifestyle.

Viniyoga

Viniyoga is all about form over function, breathing and adapting to the exercise, repetition and holding, and the art and science of sequencing.

Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa yoga, also known as “flow yoga,” is a popular and dynamic form of yoga that emphasizes synchronized breath with a continuous flow of movements.

Yin Yoga

An active form of yoga, which focuses on holding static poses for long periods of time. It targets strengthening deep tissues, ligaments, joints, bones, and fascia.

Yoga Masters of India

Maharishi Patanjali

Maharishi Patanjali, an ancient sage and philosopher, is revered as the Father of classical yoga. His compilation, the Yoga Sutras, remains a cornerstone of yoga philosophy and provides guidance for spiritual seekers on the path of self-realization.

Guruji K Pattabhi Jois

Guruji K Pattabhi Jois, affectionately known as Guruji, was a prominent yoga master who played a vital role in popularizing Ashtanga Yoga globally. His teachings and dedication to the practice of yoga have inspired countless practitioners around the world.

Gurudev Sri Ravi Shankar

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar aiming for a stress-free and violence-free society, Padma Vibhushan Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Art of Living has spearheaded an unprecedented worldwide movement through Sudarshan Kriya.

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

One of the principal scientists in the field of consciousness of modern times, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi was the founder of the Transcendental Meditation technique also responsible for reviving knowledge of consciousness enshrined in the Vedas in its intended form.

Paramahansa Yogananda

In his own quest for enlightenment, the pioneering father of Yoga Paramhansa Yogananda has been instrumental in uplifting the lives of millions through his Kriya Yoga – a powerful meditation technique that aims to help spiritual seekers attain spiritual experience.

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, a revered spiritual leader, mystic and yogi, has captivated the hearts and minds of millions worldwide with his profound wisdom and transformative teachings. Sadhguru is widely recognized for his profound spiritual insights and practical approach to spirituality.

Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi

Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, a guiding light of compassion, spent over 40 years quietly touching hearts worldwide. Her mission? To share something special called self-realization, a way for everyone to discover their inner selves. She gifted a simple meditation technique, Sahaja Yoga, holds a unique, spiritual power waiting to awaken.

Swami Sivananda Saraswati

Swami Sivanand Saraswati founded the Divine Life Society, dealing scientifically with all aspects of Yoga and Vedanta, Universal Religion, and Philosophy. He introduced the ‘Yoga of Synthesis’ – a balanced synergy of the ‘hand’, ‘head’ and ‘heart’ through the practice of Yoga.

Swami Vivekanand

Swami Vivekananda, a revered Hindu monk, was not just a spiritual leader but also a profound thinker, eloquent speaker, and devoted patriot in India. Open-minded philosophy of his guru, Ramakrishna Paramhansa, Vivekananda tirelessly worked to uplift society, especially serving the poor.

Sri T.K.V. Desikacharya

Sri T.K.V. Desikacharya, a renowned yoga teacher, author and healer, left an incredible mark on the world of yoga through his profound teaching. Sri Desikacharya inherited a rich legacy and played a pivotal role in preserving and spreading the authentic teachings of yoga

Swami Rama

A world leader in the field of yoga meditation, spirituality, and holistic health, the founder of Himalayan Institute Swami Rama was an Indian yoga guru who demonstrated the immense potential of the human being in mastering the otherwise unconscious abilities…

Swami Kuvalayananda

Swami Kuvalayananda, a revered yogi, scholar and visionary, played a pivotal role in the popularization and scientific exploration of yoga. His efforts to fill gap between traditional wisdom and modern science. He established the Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in Lonavala, India.

Sri Tirumalai Acharya

A yoga teacher, ayurvedic healer, and scholar, Tirumalai Krishnamacharya built his teachings around Patanjali’s Yoga sutras, emphasizing greatly on Asana and Pranayama. Being the founder of different styles, he was considered the father of Modern-Day Yoga.

Yogacharya B.K.S. Iyengar

Padma Vibhushan Yogacharya B.K.S Iyengar was considered one of the foremost yoga gurus. His introduction of Hatha Yoga focused on the correct alignment of the body and making use of belts, wooden blocks, and other props welcomed by millions of practitioners.

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