Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati (1923–2009) developed the system of Satyananda Yoga which is based on the ancient tradition of yoga. Each of the six classes in this series will cater to the various aspects of one’s personality to attain health, happiness and harmony in life.
Asanas or physical postures, and pranayama or breathing practices, bring about balance and increase vitality. Meditation practices create a focused and calm state of mind.
The daily practice of yoga nidra is a time of yogic relaxation which removes fatigue, enhances mental clarity and makes one fresh, light and ready to continue with one’s day-to-day affairs.
To begin every day with positivity, strength and trust, the three-mantra sadhana (the Mahamrityunjaya and Gayatri mantras and the 32 names of Durga) is done right at the time of waking, before commencing any activity. Each mantra is chanted with a specific sankalpa in mind – for wellbeing, understanding and wisdom, and to overcome difficulties in life.
Apart from practices, Satyananda Yoga emphasizes the importance of a yogic lifestyle. Moments of yoga, or yoga capsules, are integrated in one’s daily routine as a means to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of life, and connect to one’s own inner strength and stillness.
Also attitudes and qualities of karma yoga, bhakti yoga and jnana yoga are being cultivated. They are the yogic approach to enhance the quality of one’s performance, emotions and understanding. As awareness grows, acceptance and positivity become a natural part of one’s everyday activities and interactions.
This yoga program is meant for those who are yoga practitioners with a good level of health and fitness. If you are a beginner or have any type of health issues and concerns, please consult your medical doctor and follow their advice in regard to this yoga program.
