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About Shadow yoga

The universal energies HATHA -- SUN/ MOON are brought into balance within the body through various activities that still the mind. This balance is achieved by the disciplined practice of asana (posture), pranayama (breath control), mudra(hand gestures) and bunda (internal locks and seals).

The Shadow www.shadowyoga.com form is very dynamic. There is rythum in the movements, the postures are accessable, fluid and graceful, and offers a complete yoga programme for the complete beginner to the well seasoned practitoner.

There are 4 set sequences called Preludes

These preludes are learnt as a set form. For this reason we request that you attend one of our short courses in yoga and not take the study casually. These courses can be 5, 6, 8 or 10 week in duration. And are open to ALL levels of experience, and will run continually throughout the year.

For experienced practioners we offer an open class/full practice format(not course) for students who have done prelude courses and who are experienced in bundas.

Getting Started

Preliminary course – for those with little or no experience. This is an ideal way to start yoga. You can be of any age, background or fitness level. This course will establish some fimness in the postures and begin to work with breath control. This course sets the context for further yoga studies.

Balakrama -- starting point , for students who have completed the preliminary course or who have worked with the bundas previously. Strengthening

Chaya Vivaranum --opening the Shadow. Stabilises breath

Chaya Sanchalanam -- moving the Shadow. Internal power

Chaya Mandala (circling the shadow). Cultivation of prana through the retention of breath.

About Iyengar Yoga

B.K.S.Iyengar developed this hatha yoga style, which stresses understanding the body and how it works. Students focus on symmetry and alignment, using props such as belts blocks, blankets and chairs to achieve postures. Each pose is held for a longer amount of time than most other yoga styles. Iyengar yoga focuses on precision, it helps improve strength, flexibility and balance, requiring the practioner to be in the present moment. www.bksiyengar.com