About Yoga
The word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit “yuj,” meaning to join or yoke, symbolizing the union and balance of every aspect of our being. Yoga is about being present and aware. Many of us spend our lives trapped in our heads—constantly planning ahead or reflecting on the past, wondering what could have been if we had made different choices. But when we realize that life happens while we’re busy making plans, we can begin to truly live, not just exist.
Yoga is much more than just a series of exercises and postures. It’s a philosophy that aims to unite the mind, body, and spirit. Hatha Yoga works on all bodily systems, balancing hormone levels, improving digestion, regulating blood pressure, toning muscles, and enhancing overall health. Relaxation techniques and breath control calm the mind and increase concentration, helping us better cope with the stress and tension of daily life.
Yoga offers a complete path for personal development. Practiced for over 3,000 years, it promotes total physical and spiritual harmony.

The Sutras
The Yoga Sutras, written by the legendary Indian sage Patanjali, summarize the key aspects of yoga. These eight “limbs” of yoga are all essential parts of a greater whole, and they are as follows:
1. Yama – Non-harming, truthfulness, non-stealing, and non-grasping.
2. Niyama – Cleanliness, contentment, and self-discipline.
3. Asana – The practice of physical postures.
4. Pranayama – The practice of breathing techniques.
5. Pratyahara – Developing a non-attached attitude towards the body and mind.
6. Dharana – The ability to focus the mind on a single subject.
7. Dhyana – Cultivating a quiet, meditative state.
8. Samadhi – Reaching a state of transcendental bliss.