Yin is in… …but what is Chi? By Nicole Schulz E-RYT 200 & RYT-500 “Chi” is equivalent to Prana, Spirit or Life Force. What it means is the energy we need to move, to keep up the basic bodily functions or defense systems. In Yin Yoga we repetitively talk about the...
Overcoming “troubles” through self-inquiry By Jools Andrés, SOYA, E-RYT200, RYT500. In The Yoga of the Bhagavad Gita Paramahansa Yogananda uses the word “troubles” as an English word that corresponds to the Sanskrit word klesha.[i] “Afflictions,” “causes...
“What is the Truth Here, Really?” By Jeff Lutes, SOYA, ERYT, from Prince George, BC Contemporary Yoga master Erich Schiffmann spent four days with us in Sorrento BC at the conference celebrating the 20th Anniversary of SOYA. Each time I have done trainings with Erich...
By Jeff Lutes, SOYA500, ERYT200. Jeff is a lead trainer for SOYA teacher training program in Mexico. He is a co-owner of Chinook Yoga in Prince George, BC. Shalabhasana pose is a dynamic pose; a full body energizer and an excellent counter pose for forward folds. ...
By Bill Francis Barry The growth of interest in yoga and Kirtan has contributed to an increased interest in mantra. Mantra repetition, which is also known as japa, can be performed in different ways. What are the different forms of mantra repetition, and the relative...
By Paula Carnegie Fehr, YAA, Ayurveda teacher for SOYA 300 hr Upgrade. YAA, Ayurveda teacher for SOYA 300 hr Upgrade. It’s safe to say Yoga practice in North America has been burgeoning as our populace seeks refuge from stressful living. There is a strong drive for...
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