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Wednesday, 31 October 2007
Larry Urtz developed the Swadeshi Village line of yoga wear that offers comfortable yoga wear which can be worn by those practicing yoga and even those who have never performed a downward facing dog. Urtz disclosed
that, “It’s interesting, especially the Sukara pant, that really is a versatile pant. A lot of people buy it to work in.” the Sukara pant is the most popular of Urtz’ line due to the comfort it provides and versatility. It comes in three different lengths.
Another line of yoga wear is Danskin. It has a functional, fashion-forward, yoga-specific selection that is highly recommended to be used in Iyengar Yoga. Body alignment is very important in Iyengar Yoga. With this clothing, you are able to see the foot, the ankle and the knee while practicing this yoga style.
For more details on this news story, please visit www.ashlandcitytimes.com.
Wednesday, 31 October 2007
Internationally renowned authority on yoga and holistic living, Gurudev Shri Amritji, shares how we can remove old karma and experience real joy. Gurudev developed a yoga methodology which incorporated a spiri
tual dimension in Hatha Yoga. This new practice is called “Kripalu Yoga” or Meditation in Motion. Today, it is known as Amrit Method of Yoga Nindra.
Gurudev explains that with the Amrit method, the practitioner can learn to relax and go beyond their minds by making a conscious decision to let go of tension and reactive thoughts. Gurudev said, “The literal translation of Yoga Nidra is Yogic Sleep. It is an ancient form of meditation that will take you into the deepest levels of relaxation while still remaining fully aware.”
The many benefits of Yoga Nindra includes elimination of stress, reduction of blood pressure, more restful sleep, prevention of premature aging and help with overcoming fears and phobias.
The secret of happiness lies within us and our ability to let go of discursive thoughts and just relax.
For more details on this news story, please visit www.asianewsnet.net.
Tuesday, 30 October 2007
Climbing yogi, Jason Magness, 30, has found slacklining as a new yoga prop. Slacklining is an activity for rock climbers and thrill seekers in which they try to walk on a makeshift tight rope raised off the ground.
Magness discovered that using slacklining while practicing yoga made him more centered. He said slacklinng can improve many things such as focus, breathing, balance, control of the bandhas, and even one’s sense of humor. Magness said, “Your mind has to be engaged or else you fall off”. Slacklining is very good in finding out where balance comes from.
Magness tries more difficult yoga poses in slacklining. He and his friend Sam Salwei are working on a DVD explaining yoga and slacklining and they are holding workshops on the subject.
For more information on this news, please visit www.yogajournal.com.
Monday, 29 October 2007
Via Yoga, a world leader in deluxe yoga/surfing vacations, is offering 11 four or six-night yoga vacations from November 2007 through April 2008 at Villa Amor in Sayulita, Mexico.
The yoga vacations are about finding a healthy balance of mind, body, and spirit, but they’re also very much about fun, adventures, and meeting like-minded people. The typical guest-;a young professional with a demanding career-;is looking to de-stress with daily yoga classes, but then wants to fill the rest of their vacation with adventures rather than hours on a beach. In Sayulita, they can surf, ride horses, kayak, snorkel, hike, go mountain biking, or take a zip-line tour through the jungle canopy, and then enjoy the town or spend time relaxing on the beach or their private terrace.
Yoga students of any level are welcome at all the vacations, as classes are tailored to the needs of each student. Some guests come alone, some bring a partner, and others bring friends for a group experience or celebration. Some are new to yoga or have practiced for only a few years. Many have never surfed but are eager to learn. Groups are small, no more than 20. Groups bond quickly during the week, and later find that their vacation has a long-lasting effect, enriching their personal relationships, business interactions, and everyday experiences when they return to regular life. Many return multiple times.
Via Yoga chose Sayulita and Villa Amor as the site for their vacations, specifically for their rugged beauty. Sayulita is a tiny former fishing village on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, in the state of Jalisco; just 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta, it has vast, unspoiled beaches, mountains, and lush jungle. The pretty beach hamlet has long been known for its excellent surf, and although it’s a small town it has a mix of authentic and contemporary restaurants, galleries, and shops. Villa Amor is a classically deluxe resort of 35 beautifully decorated open-air villas nestled on a hillside overlooking Sayulita Bay. Each villa is steps away from the beach, with expansive views of the ocean, village, and mountains.
Every Via Yoga vacation includes roundtrip airport transfers, deluxe accommodations, two daily classes, and an in-room massage. The four-night and six-night Sayulita trips include daily breakfast, three group dinners, and a day trip for surfing or snorkeling.
Via Yoga’s teachers are highly regarded and well experienced. Most offer yoga training and workshops on a national or worldwide level. They represent many different yoga styles.
For full details go to Via Yoga's web site at www.viayoga.com, or call (800) 603-YOGA .
Friday, 26 October 2007
CAMBRIDGE, MA - Karma Yoga Journeys, the American-based leader in yoga and volunteer vacations, today announced the launching of its trip to the Caribbean island, Dominica beginning January 5, 2008. A group of yoga
aficionados will be first to combine humanitarianism, tourism, and yoga practice in the heart of the struggling island community. Participants spend two weeks working with the local Carib Indian population, helping village children, and exploring Dominica’s scenic and cultural hot spots.
Karma Yoga Journeys will donate a portion of its proceeds to help the native population in Dominica.
This is the group’s first trip to Dominica, but not the first journey overall. This past summer, the founders of Karma Yoga Journeys guided participants around the ruins of Machu Picchu and helped a local orphanage on a successful vacation to Peru.
“A day after I had played chess with one of the orphanage boys, he told the orphanage psychologist that it had been the happiest time in his life,” said Victor Oppenheimer, president of Yoga.com. “It was unbelievably rewarding to make such a large, positive impact on the lives of these special children. This feeling alone is enough to justify people joining these trips.”
Karma Yoga Journeys Makes Giving More Rewarding
Parent company, Yoga.com, is known for its magnitude of articles on everything yoga, discussion forums, directory of studios, and assortment of yoga products. Now, Karma Yoga Journeys furthers the reach of Yoga.com services by providing direct, tangible benefits for both wide-eyed journeyers, and people in vulnerable parts of the world. In Dominica, the participants will:
- Learn eco-friendly farming methods and teach local village residents to improve their land and quality of life.
- Reach out to local kids with literacy projects, playing, and yoga.
- Become familiar with Dominican culture (home stays in local village, trip to Carib Indian Reservation).
- Enjoy the unique and beautiful nature of the tropical island with guided tours to rivers, waterfalls, beaches, natural hot springs, and the rain forest.
- Receive daily yoga classes and time for relaxation and reflection.
Karma Yoga Journeys is the country’s leading yoga vacationing group. These life-changing adventures feature volunteering, excursions, and yoga. They combine a zeal for helping others and a passion for connecting mind with body. Other 2008 journeys include the Sacred Valley, Peru beginning May 17 and Bolivia beginning May 7.
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