Dharana Philosophy
The sixth limb is dharana, defined as “keeping the attention on a single place.” (Nicolai Bachman) Dharana is often defined as concentration. Dharana may be considered the beginning of meditation or as a practice that…
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Uttitha Parsvakonasana A & B
UTTHITA PĀRSVAKOŅĀSANA A (5 MOVEMENTS)1EKAMInhale, open to the right, arms out2DVEExhale, right hand down, left arm reaches3TRINIInhale, up. Feet parallel, arms out.4CATVARIExhale, left hand down, right arm reaches5PANCAInhale, upUTTHITA PĀRSVAKONASANA B (5 MOMENTS)1EKAMInhale, open to…
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Sanskrit First Words
Primary Words for Consideration Here you’ll find a list of relatively common Sanskrit words you may wish to be familiar with and consider teaching. You can test your knowledge by reviewing this list — alphabetized…
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Sanskrit: Introduction
Introduction “Sanskrit” means “refined,” “perfected,” “polished,” “sanctified, “perfectly or entirely done.” Often called “the mother of all languages,” Sanskrit is one of the oldest languages on Earth. (And a number of sources say it is…
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Dharana Philosophy
The sixth limb is dharana, defined as “keeping the attention on a single place.” (Nicolai Bachman) Dharana is often defined as concentration. Dharana may be considered the beginning of meditation or as a practice that…
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Introduction to Functional Range Conditioning
Introduction to Functional Range Conditioning Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) is a revolutionary system of mobility training that focuses on improving joint health, increasing active flexibility, and enhancing overall movement quality. Andreo Spina, FRC is rooted…
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Sanskrit Study & Teaching Tips
Pronunciation Before using Sanskrit in your teaching, practice the pronunciation out loud. Practice doesn’t always make perfect, but it makes what was previously out of reach possible. The more you practice, the more likely you…
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Pratyahara Philosophy & Theory
Introduction Pratyahara means “to hold back” (Richard Rosen) or “gaining mastery over external influences” (Dr. It’s often translated as “sensory withdrawal.” Pratyahara is the key point of moving from the outer to the inner aspects…
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Branches or Paths of Yoga
Introduction In this lesson, we explore the diverse branches of yoga: Bhakti, Jnana, Raja, Tantra and Hatha. We consider the primary focus of each and how they relate and differ. Bhakti: Yoga of Devotion Bhakti…
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Dhyana Philosophy & Theory
Introduction The seventh limb, dhyana, is one of the internal aspects of the 8 Limbs. Dharana, dhyana and samadhi together are called samyama. They may be seen as a progression of knowing the object of…
