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Dec
20

A Brief History of Yoga

By Mary-Jo Fetterly

Yoga is not simply a form of physical exercise, like calisthenics or aerobics. While it is certainly a great physical outlet, this is not the true purpose and technique of yoga. In many ways the physical aspect is just the point of contact.  Beyond its physical aspect, lies the vast science of yoga.  Its truths are based on the experiences and experiments of an unbroken line of mystics, occultists, saints and sages. Comprehensive in nature and profound in its… More..
Dec
18

Is Yoga For You?

By Mary-Jo Fetterly

The mystical world of yoga has captivated millions of people. Yoga's popularity is well deserved and timely. The science of yoga offers something for everybody, even you! It is hard to escape the recent North American trend of yoga’s rising popularity.  We encounter images and references to yoga in subways, popular magazines and at fitness gyms.  While the popularity of yoga is unquestionable; it has spurred many questions from those unfamiliar with yoga practice and philosophy. … More..
Dec
12

What is Ayurveda?

By Anna Colin

Ayurveda is the traditional healing system of India, which dates as far back as 5000 BC.  Literally translated, the Sanskrit word Ayurveda means “the science of life and longevity”.  Ayurvedic philosophy was originally derived from the Vedas of which there exist four primary classical texts, the Rig, Yajur, Sama and Atharva Vedas.  Even though the bases of Ayurveda were established millennia ago, its original teachings have undergone many transformations and continue to be adapted today.  More..
Dec
8

Various Styles of Physical Yoga

By Mary-Jo Fetterly

Within a nationality we witness many different forms of expression, dialects, interests, etc. Similarly, the world of yoga offers many different styles, techniques and themes. Here, we offer a directory of the various styles of the physical practice of yoga. HATHA YOGA This term means the practice of the physical postures, also called asanas, which could essentially mean all styles of physical yoga.  Generally though, a Hatha class will be an eclectic blend of a few different… More..
Jul
29

What is Energy Anatomy?

By Mary-Jo Fetterly

Everything in the universe is comprised of energy; it takes form in many vast and mysterious ways. We all have experienced faces of our own “energy”. Learn more about some of the more subtle and unseen forces that comprise your state of being. The energy we see is physical energy and yet there are many other forms that we cannot see. Wind, sound and thought are a few of the ones we cannot see and yet we know they… More..

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