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Common Styles of Hatha Yoga
Although there are many styles of yoga, the differences tend to be of importance, focusing on one or another element. All styles share the same origin – one is not better than another – it's just a matter of personal choice – there is only one yoga. However, many people in recent years have developed and taught his own style and some of them, much of the true meaning of yoga is lost. The following major styles of Hatha Yoga can be seen as the closest to the 'true' teachings of yoga.
The founders of the three major styles – Ashtanga, Iyengar and Viniyoga – were all students of Sri T. Krishnamacharya, a famous teacher at the Yoga Institute in Mysore Palace in India. Two other popular styles, Integral and Sivananda, were created by disciples the famous guru Sri Swami Sivananda.
Ashtanga Vinyasa
This is a classic presentation of yoga, rather than a style. It was developed by Pattabhi Jois (senior student of Krishna), based on the teachings of Yoga Korunta. "Ashtanga" means "eight limbs" – as described in Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
Korunta Yoga method is very old and was discovered and maintained by Shri T. Krishnamacharya, a great teacher in southern India who died in Madras in February 1989 in more than 100 years old.
Intense physical activity gradually generates a high energy level. The combination of control positions and of classical yoga breathing dynamic movements – physical, mental and spiritual powers are developed. This is a process of internal heat production and intense purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The positions are linked by "Vinyasa movements', borrowed from the sun salutation, synchronized Ujjayi breathing. The Korunta Yoga consists of six series of postures of about 40 each. The first set or first level, the second set and intermediate, and advanced series, levels A, B, C and D.
The first series is called Yoga Chikitsa (yoga therapy). Works in the lineup, especially the muscles and joints body.
The second series is called Nadi Sodhana (purification of the subtle channels). Work on the harmonization of body and mind through the fortification of nervous system.
Advanced levels develop and strengthen the vital energy (prana).
Iyengar Yoga
Developed by BKSIyengar – This style emphasizes alignment and symmetry (especially through standing poses.) It has a firm philosophical base in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. It encourages the use of supports and straps to assist proper alignment, until the student reaches perfection in posture. The aspect of "timing" is emphisised – Where students are taught to stay for a longer period of time in each position so that experience. Students work in their own abilities, and as you progress in strength and flexibility – the accessories can be disguarded.
Viniyoga
Developed by TKV Desikachar, son of Krishnamacharya (teacher some of the yoga instructors including Iyengar and Pattabhi Jois large). This gentle form of flow yoga places great emphasis on breathing and breathing coordinate movement. viniyoga fluid movement or vinyasa is similar to the dynamic series of ashtanga poses, but is carried out at a reduced pace and stress level. Postures are chosen to suit the student's abilities – making it excellent for beginners and those recovering from the disease.
Note – although this term is widely used – Desikachar has been said that is no longer associated with the term.
Integral
Developed by Swami Satchidananda – the man who taught the crowd at the original Woodstock to chant "Om" – Integral classes put almost as much emphasis on pranayama and meditation as they do on postures.
Sivananda
This style of yoga was founded by Swami Vishnu-Devananda – a student of Sri Swami Sivananda. Sivananda yoga offers a gentle approach, which takes the student through of the twelve sun salutation postures and incorporates chanting, meditation and deep relaxation in each session. Sivananda Yoga School encourage students to embrace a style healthy living and the 5 points of yoga which are – healthy eating, proper exercise (asanas), proper breathing, proper relaxation, and meditation.
Ananda Yoga
Developed by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda (author of "Autobiography" – a yogi). Ananda Yoga is a style classic hatha yoga that uses asana and pranayama to awaken, experience and begin to control the subtle energies within oneself, especially the energies of the chakras. Its aim is to use those energies to harmonize body, mind and emotions, and especially yourself tune with higher levels of consciousness. A unique feature of this system is the use of silent affirmations while in the asanas as a means of working more directly and consciously with the subtle energies to achieve harmonization.
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