Holistic Yoga Foundations

Holistic Yoga is introduced as an integrative and transformative practice that has its’ roots in classical Yogic philosophies and practices. Discover the rich history, tradition, and philosophy of Yoga, and its’ movement towards the West. Explore the classical Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga systems, and their relationship to modern postural Yoga practices. A review of key historical figures and texts that laid the foundation for practice will be introduced, including teachings from the Vedas, Yoga Sutras, Bhagavadgita, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. The life science of Ayurveda, will be explored as a means to compliment and sustain a regular self-care practice.