Fequently Asked Questions

To help you determine if yoga is right for you, I've included answers to the questions I'm most frequently asked about the practice and its benefits. Click on the link below to view the questions and answers. - Maya

What is Yoga?
Yoga is an ancient practice designed to help one integrate body, mind and spirit. In general, yoga is a science of divine knowledge created to help calm and center the spirit, increase flexibility and range of motion, build self confidence, and promotes relaxation and introspection. Yoga also teaches one how to live in community with others as well as maintain health of body, mind and spirit. It is a complex system with eight limbs or branches, and any branch  can help one begin on the path to wholeness. Hatha Yoga is the most popular form of yoga and it involves practicing specific postures (movements), combined with breathing techniques, followed by a brief period of relaxation. This form of yoga is done on a mat or rug.

Can anyone do yoga?
Yes, anyone and everyone can do yoga. It does not matter your size, or shape or color; race, or religion, ethnicity or personal affiliations.

Is Yoga a religion?
No, Yoga has no specific religious creed or doctrine but it is often confused with the Hindu religion because Yoga originated in India. Yoga is an ancient spiritual practice that supports healthy living by teaching us to honor our body, mind and spirit. This can be misconstrued as religious behavior but it is a simple way for us to go within and connect to our higher selves.

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