Learn Yoga

Yoga is a form of exercise that originated in India. In Indian culture and the Devanagari script, yoga is renowned for its spiritual depth and intense stretches. It is one of the six schools of Hindu philosophy and is practiced around the world.

Some people practice yoga for physical health and fitness (asanas), while others are drawn to it for spiritual reasons.

Instructions

• Tadasana – Mountain Pose
• The Five Tibetans – Rejuvenation Exercises
• Shoulder Stretch – Strap Exercise
• Bidalasana – Cat Pose (Warm-Up Exercise)
• Adho Mukha Svanasana – Downward-Facing Dog Pose
• Vrksasana – Tree Pose
• Dhanurasana – Bow Pose
• Prasarita Padottanasana – Wide-Legged Forward Bend
• Trikonasana – Triangle Pose
• Parivrtta Trikonasana – Revolved Triangle Pose
• Virabhadrasana I – Warrior I Pose
• Upavistha Konasana – Seated Wide-Legged Forward Fold
• Padmasana – Lotus Pose

Yoga Terminology

More to be added soon.

This website focuses on the health and fitness benefits of yoga (asanas).
Slow, mindful breathing is essential:
Exhale as you deepen a stretch, and inhale as you relax or return to the starting position.

Suggestions

• Stretching
• Martial Arts
• Strength Training
• Artistic Gymnastics

Videos/Images

A Random Yoga Pose