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In Tantra Path, Hatha Yoga is an art. And what art is can only be expressed through art itself. The art of Yoga embraces the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimension of an individual. At the physical level, yoga gives relief from countless ailments. The practice of the asanas strengthens the body and creates a feeling of well-being. From the mental aspect, yoga sharpens the intellect, calms the restless mind and aids concentration. It steadies the emotions and encourages a caring concern for others. In the realm of the spiritual, yoga brings awareness and comes into contact with the soul. Through meditation, inner peace is experienced. Thus yoga is a practical philosophy involving every aspect of a person’s being. It teaches the evolution of the individual by the development of self-discipline and self-awareness. The program covers the principles and practices of Hatha Yoga. The step-by-step approach help beginners evolve in his/her yoga practice through studying the techniques for asanas classified into three groups: beginners, intermediate and advanced The Roots : Beginners Level (12 lessons) The Leaves : Intermediate Level (12 lessons) The Fruits : Advanced Level (12 lessons) The learning and sadhana (conscious spiritual practice) of Yoga is symbolized by the tree of the self and takes faith, awareness, consciousness, discipline, tenacity and perseverance to practice regularly to bear the spiritual fruit of Self-Realization. |
“Free from pride and delusion, victorious over evil of attachment, dwelling constantly in the Self, their desires having completely turned away, freed from the pairs of opposites known as pleasure and pain, the deluded reach the eternal goal.” ~ Bhagavad Gita, The Supreme Spirit, Chapter 15 Verse 5 |