The answer is yes, according to latest research. Now, before we go into the scientific aspect of this article, we need to talk about yoga itself. We already know that yoga and meditation have immense benefits, physically, emotionally and psychologically. Many people join the practice to become stronger and more Read more
Cobra is one of the basic back bending postures taught in yoga classes. It is a great chest opener and an excellent posture to correct slouching shoulders and strengthen the back. Like any back bends, it is invigorating and when done correctly, can prevent and heal lower back pain. Most Read more
Free Yoga Event: Please join me for a gentle yoga practice in the evening on the 15th of August at the park. It will be a mixed class, and as always, we will try to go deeper into our practice by focusing on our breath and movement. We will Read more
Tadasana is often thought of as ‘just a standing stance’ from where you begin your surya namaskar. In reality, it is one of the first postures you should master, as it teaches the right alignment for the body starting from feet upwards. Tadasana stance is followed for all other standing postures, Read more
“May God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.” Taken from Serenity prayer The picture above gives a good understanding about the 8 different limbs of yoga. The asanas or the physical practice Read more
Namaste, we would like to invite everyone to join us in celebrating yoga as a path to wellness and better health in the event of International Yoga Day. Date: 21st June 2017, Wednesday Time: 6 pm – 7 pm Venue: Al Barsha Pond Park, Gate Read more
Yoga practice includes strengthening of the physical body as well as the subtle body. The subtle body, otherwise known as the energy body, is the part where energy, or prana, flows. Chakras are spinning wheels of energy within the subtle body that align in the spine, starting Read more
The Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation is a series of asanas (postures) that is typically practiced in the morning, in the beginning of a yoga sequence as a warm up, or as the full yoga practice. This exercise is an ancient method yogis used to pay respect to the sun, Read more
Benefits of Pranayam / Breathing exercises Breathing is an essential part of Yoga as well as daily life. The mind, body and breath are connected and can have a strong influence over each other. For example, stress stemming from daily activities such as work can result in fast, Read more
Looking for a weekday Yoga session in Al Barsha? Few spaces left – “After school drop off Yoga” sessions We have a few more spaces left for our Monday morning sessions. The next session is on the 12th December and will be a free walk in class. Come try Read more