Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga
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Yoga Techniques and Fitness
Overview
In this lesson, we introduce Surya Namaskar and explore its history, purpose, devotional aspects, alignment considerations, and many variations.
Objective
Understand Surya Namaskar as both a complete spiritual practice and a physical sequence, including its traditional purpose, benefits, cautions, and adaptations.
What You'll Get
You'll gain comprehensive knowledge of Sun Salutations as far more than a warm-up. This covers the traditional purpose of awakening inner solar energy, the marriage of breath and movement, alignment and safety considerations, and countless adaptations for different bodies and intentions. Whether you're refining your personal practice, teaching beginners, working with injuries, or bringing devotional depth to the sequence, you'll walk away with both foundational understanding and practical application.
- Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Overview
- Inspiration & Devotion
- Cautions & Alignment
- Asana & Sequences
- Pose & Sequence Variations
- Associated Mantras & Chakras
- Chandra Namaskar
Surya Namaskar & Vinyasa Yoga - Overview & History
Introduction
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