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Is Yoga a Religion? Who is Shiva?
Yoga is not a religion, but it has influenced religious belief. This is an important distinction.
What is Yoga? Exploring Yoga’s True Essence
The following is the introduction to the online Yoga Philosophy course that will be available soon. Please click on the relevant link...
The Basic Principles of Teaching Yin Yoga: A summary
The following is a summary taken from the "How to Teach Yin Yoga" lesson in our Yin Yoga Teacher Training. This summary will also be...
Love - The Yogis Perspective: part 2 The Evolution of Love
The original Blog - Love - The Yogis Perspective https://www.akramyoga.co.uk/single-post/2017/08/19/love-the-yogis-perspective Part 2:...
Wheels of Fortune - The Chakras in Yoga (updated)
Originally published in 2015. In this blog, I’ve shared my views on the concept of chakras, which might be different from the more...
The Story of Sulley. The Story of the Human Cell.
The following romanticized story forms part of the Yoga Teacher Training programme—specifically, the Yin Yoga training . This is because...
Yoga Poses - How Much Effort is Required?
In Light On Life, B.K.S Iyengar says; "The body will prove to be an obstacle unless we transcend its limitations and remove its...
Why We Have a Murti of Shiva and Parvati in The Studio: A Symbol of Union and Yoga
In the world of mythology and yoga philosophy, the relationship between Shiva and Parvati is one of profound symbolism and depth. Their...
The Nature of Non-Attachment: Letting Go as Parents
Letting Go: The Bow and the Arrow Kahlil Gibran’s passage from The Prophet speaks to a truth that every parent must come to terms with—...
Online Learning for Teachers - Coming Soon!
Unlock Your Potential: Online CPD Courses for Yoga Teachers - Coming Soon As yoga teachers, we know the journey of learning never stops....
The First Yogi: Part 4 The Wanderer’s Legacy
Part 4: The Wanderer’s Legacy As the teachings of the first yogi began to ripple through the valleys and villages of the Himalayas, the...
Is Yoga a Religion? Part 2
Is Yoga a Religion? Part 2: The Spiritual Science of Yoga In exploring whether yoga is a religion, it's essential to return to the...
Durga and the Demon Mahisha (updated)
Mysore: The Abode of Transformation Mysore (officially renamed 'Mysuru') is the third largest city in Karnataka, India, and a sanctuary...
Mythology of the Warrior Yoga Poses
The Warrior asanas are named after the mythical warrior, Virabhadra. His story is told by Kalidasa, in the epic Sanskrit poem Kumarasambhava
The Origins of Surya Namaskar
This body is a piece of earth powered by the sun. You are a solar-powered life. If the sun does not come up tomorrow, the scientific data s
