Recently a few of you asked about the philosophy of yoga. It's interesting and complex. The first references to yoga was found in 1700 BC in the Vedic Texts (which are part of Hinduism). Yoga was considered a lifestyle. It was brought to the US in the late 1800's. BKS Iyengar really did a lot to help Americans understand and practice Hatha Yoga in the later 20th century. Now there are several types of yoga practiced in the US and the world. It is not a religion, however it can and will help you to be more spiritual. We practice a Satsang/Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga (we gently flow between physical poses with the focus on breath and alignment) and Restorative Yoga. There are beliefs in yoga that are divided into 8 Limbs. Below there is an explanation of 4 of the Limbs.
Yoga is an art and science dedicated to creating union between body, mind and spirit. The 8 limbs are guidelines for a happy, satisfying life. The first four are Yama, Niyama, Asana, and Pranayama. 1) The Yamas are about personal ethics, how you conduct yourself. 2 ) Niyamas are social ethics, how you treat others and the environment. 3) Asana, the physical part, are the postures and movements that characterize yoga. 4) Pranayama is about the breathing and breath control that we practice during class. Asana and Pranayama are the two aspects that we use in class. They help build and maintain strong bodies, rejuvenate, and help with relaxation. You can read more about the 8 Limbs at this link.
Jamie and I have decided to postpone our teacher training until 2018. We both have a lot going on in our lives and need to let these settle before taking on that commitment again. We did just graduate 4 fabulous teachers. Karri teaches classes in Seymour. Savannah teaches in Hartford and Wear's Valley. Amy has taught some of our restorative classes and has taught the teachers at Pi Beta Phi Elementary School. Hannelore teaches in West Knoxville. We enjoyed the course and are very proud of the graduates. They are awesome.
My family is visiting from July 10 – July 17. Jamie has family visiting at that same time. All classes are canceled from 7/10 – 7/14. There will be yoga on Saturday 7/15 (maybe some of my family will join us). Since there are no classes on July 4th too, I am offering a special rate for July: Modified Month is $25 (2 classes per week) and the Unlimited Month is $37.
Have a Happy Summer!
Namasté,
Sandy Palmer
Yoga is an art and science dedicated to creating union between body, mind and spirit. The 8 limbs are guidelines for a happy, satisfying life. The first four are Yama, Niyama, Asana, and Pranayama. 1) The Yamas are about personal ethics, how you conduct yourself. 2 ) Niyamas are social ethics, how you treat others and the environment. 3) Asana, the physical part, are the postures and movements that characterize yoga. 4) Pranayama is about the breathing and breath control that we practice during class. Asana and Pranayama are the two aspects that we use in class. They help build and maintain strong bodies, rejuvenate, and help with relaxation. You can read more about the 8 Limbs at this link.
Jamie and I have decided to postpone our teacher training until 2018. We both have a lot going on in our lives and need to let these settle before taking on that commitment again. We did just graduate 4 fabulous teachers. Karri teaches classes in Seymour. Savannah teaches in Hartford and Wear's Valley. Amy has taught some of our restorative classes and has taught the teachers at Pi Beta Phi Elementary School. Hannelore teaches in West Knoxville. We enjoyed the course and are very proud of the graduates. They are awesome.
My family is visiting from July 10 – July 17. Jamie has family visiting at that same time. All classes are canceled from 7/10 – 7/14. There will be yoga on Saturday 7/15 (maybe some of my family will join us). Since there are no classes on July 4th too, I am offering a special rate for July: Modified Month is $25 (2 classes per week) and the Unlimited Month is $37.
Have a Happy Summer!
Namasté,
Sandy Palmer
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