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Yogic practices:

Holistic Yoga Classes

Our regular classes consist of body postures (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and a guided meditation practice (Yoga Nidra). The gentle and systematic approach makes it suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners. Practices are taught with modifications to allow for individual abilities and possible health conditions. Beginners meditation practices are given occasionally. Suitable for all levels.

Online classes

During the Covid-19 lockdown, we offered classes online. We 've continued with just the Sunday Online class which has been popular and allowed students to have an extra class in the comfort and convenience of their own homes. Just as our with in-person classes, the online class consists of body postures (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and a guided meditation practice (Yoga Nidra).

We're using the online meeting platform Zoom to guide you through your practice. Give it a go - it's easier and more effective than you might think!

You need to let us know of your intention to join the online class at least one day before the class. Book online and we will email you a meeting invitation link prior to class.

Individual classes

We also offer to tailor a class to your individual abilities and goals, i.e. if you have a certain health condition or wish to work on a specific insight. Individual classes are also a great way to get to know us, if you are new to yoga or are feeling a little nervous about joining a group class. To organise an individual class, contact us.

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra is simple, yet profound process which is used to develop deep relaxation, in the management of stress and as a meditation technique. It is practiced in the lying position of Shavasana, often, but not necessarily, at the end of a yoga class. A Yoga Nidra is approximately 20-30 minutes duration. The yoga teacher systematically guides you through the various stages of the practice, to release tensions on physical, mental and emotional levels and in the formation of a positive resolve for your life.

Kirtan

Kirtan is an important aspect of yoga. It is not religious chanting, nor is it just singing one word many times. It is a part of Mantra Yoga, in which we produce sound waves and follow them with our awareness. By singing kirtan we are able to withdraw ourselves from the body and our external environment. We do not confront the mind at all, we bypass it, expressing emotions in a joyful way and releasing mental tension.

In order to experience peace within, it is of utmost importance that, along with other Yoga practices, we develop and positively channel our emotional personality. Emotions are the eyes through which we can experience a greater love and awareness.

How can we do this? There are many ways, but the easiest, cheapest and safest method is kirtan.

(Adapted from the article: Kirtan: Rocket to Self-realization by Swami Satyananda Saraswati BSY Munger, January 1982)

Do all the good you can, in all the ways you can, to all people you can, in every place you can, at all times you can, with all the zeal, strength, love, heart and interest you can, as long as you ever can.

~ Swami Sivananda ~

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Havan

Havan is a fire ceremony – an ancient ritual that still has great significance today. It is a science, a cause which has an effect, a vehicle through which we can connect with a wider reality. Yogis talk about the practice of havan contributing toward restoring balance in the atmosphere and the environment – something much needed these days.

Not something for the intellectual mind to chew on, it is about an experience based on the idea of offering with a positive intention and the symbolic use of various materials. Mantras are chanted while offering a mix of special herbs to the fire. Havans practiced here at Atma Darshan mostly use the Mahamritjunjaya mantra (Great Healing mantra) which is offered for health, happiness and well-being of all people, for the environment and all sentient creatures.

Atma Darshan Yoga Studio in Western Creek

~ Atma Darshan's Yoga Room, Western Creek ~

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