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Yoga

A complete science of body, mind and spirit.

What is yoga?

Far more than postures

Yoga is an ancient science that works with the whole person: the body, the breath, the mind and the heart.

Its practice —asanas, pranayama, concentration and meditation— helps us live with more health, balance and presence.

Practising yogic techniques in a natural setting
Branches of Yoga

The paths of the tradition

  • Rāja Yoga — the royal yoga of meditation and the mind.
  • Karma Yoga — the yoga of selfless action.
  • Bhakti Yoga — the yoga of devotion and love.
  • Jñāna Yoga — the yoga of knowledge and wisdom.
  • Haṭha Yoga — the yoga of the body and physical practice.
  • Mantra and Kīrtan — sound as a path of inner gathering.
Documents

To go deeper into yoga

Branches of Yoga

A look at the different paths of the tradition.

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Ashtanga Yoga

The path of the eight limbs of practice.

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