Category Archives: Yoga

Inspiration is precious, whenever it presents itself. Guruji’s life story, his practice, his teachings, and his pithy sayings will continue to stimulate us to aspire and study. Now that he no longer graces us in this material plane, we can … Continue reading →

The second Yoganushasanam conference opened with a majestic invocation by Guruji’s personal priest, Nataraj Shastri. Geeta then explained the relevance of this prayer by summarizing Ashtanga Yoga, and the eight petals of the Yoga sadhana. The prayer described how the … Continue reading →

Living with Your Spine in Backbends Sat Nov 7, 2015, 2pm – 5pm The natural curves of the spine allow for easy mobility in the neck, shoulders, arms and legs, while providing support for the internal organs. Over the years, … Continue reading →

Gems of the Bhagavad Gita Revealed Thru Asana An afternoon of twists, technique, and the timeless art of yoga Yoga is skill in action, Yoga is evenness of mind. These gems encapsulate yoga practice as it is expressed in the poetic and … Continue reading →

When I first heard that Birjoo Mehta was going to dedicate a whole conference to working with the elements, I was elated.  Along with many others, I  am fascinated with the idea of how the element of water, air, earth … Continue reading →

I recently returned from an inspiring four day conference with Birjoo Mehta in San Diego. I hope to draft several posts to share his delightful work. The teacher-student relationship can be an intimate and demanding one, especially when the two … Continue reading →

The Summer solstice is a fitting foundation for a celebration of yoga. Consider the Gayatri Mantra, which originally accompanied the dawn practice of Surya Namaskar. This morning ritual used the sun to symbolize the light within each individual, and the process to awaken … Continue reading →

Prana, the resonance that we all share and that manifests in and around us as vitality, sustains us best when we consciously experience and explore its many nuances. How do we befriend it? How can we enhance it? What do … Continue reading →

Inevitable. Initiation. Another cycle, another spiral. What am I turning toward? Choice. Choice earned through reflection. In the Vedas the Ashramas, or stages of life, support an understanding of cycles of growth; integration into community and culture, and the individual … Continue reading →

Integrated health care centers are a rapidly emerging model to compliment traditional medical treatment. Major universities and hospitals are incorporating a holistic approach to wellness, including yoga. The Casey Health Institute will offer an Iyengar teacher training program and currently … Continue reading →