Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. It is not a religion, nor is it a form of Hinduism – it is a system of physical and mental exercises designed to work your body, relax your mind and promote feelings of ease and well being.
The word yoga originates from the ancient language of Sanskrit and means ‘to link’ or ‘to join’ and that is exactly what yoga does – it links mind, body and breath, resulting in real benefits improving physical, mental and emotional health. Whilst there is a spiritual side to yoga, you don’t have to subscribe to any particular beliefs to benefit from it.
In our hectic modern world many people are taking ‘time out’ to practice yoga. Everyone can practice yoga, regardless of age, gender or ability. Yoga offers an holistic approach to our welfare and provides the tools to cope with the challenges of daily life. Yoga also compliments medical science and therapy for specific conditions and ailments – many GPs are ‘prescribing’ yoga to relieve aches and pains rather than a drug-related prescription.
Yoga classes include postures and movements that lengthen, strengthen and tone your body, you will learn how to use your breathing more effectively and improve your ability to relax. By making yoga a part of your daily routine, you will become aware of subtle changes in your approach to life. You can take what you need from yoga, and for many people, yoga becomes a way of life.
" BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD"MAHATMA GANDHI