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| Hatha Introduced by Yogi Swatmarama in the 15th century it focuses on body postures and breathing with some meditation or relaxation techniques. |
Ashtanga Originated by K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India. This approach is quite aerobic and generally follows a set sequence of postures. |
Iyengar Created by B. K. S. Iyengar, this style is characterized by precision through perfect alignment with the aid of props and other furniture. |
Bikram Taught by Bikram Choudhury in Bombay and other locations around the world in rooms heated to 100-110 degrees Fahrenheit - hence its other common name, Hot Yoga. |
| Integral Developed by Swami Satchidananda, aiming to integrate the body and mind through postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation without too much emphasis on the form. |
Viniyoga Continued by T. K. V. Desikachar. The emphasis is not on external ideals but on postures according to one’s individual needs and capacity. Focus on breathing is an important aspect. |
Satyananda Developed by Swami Satyananda Saraswati, incorporating traditional practices such as breathing and relaxation. |
Kundalini Originated by Sikh master Yogi Bhajan it is designed to awaken and energise through posture, breath control, chanting, and meditation. |
| Sivananda Created by Swami Vishnudevananda, it includes the Sun Salutation sequence, breathing exercises, relaxation, and mantra chanting. |
Kriya Popularised by Paramahansa Yogananda's book Autobiography of a Yogi it consists of a number of techniques that aims to encourage spiritual development and experience. |
Kripalu Developed by Yogi Amrit Desai, for the needs of Western students. Postural alignment and coordination of breath and movement are emphasized at first, meditation is included later into the practice. |
Special Specifically aimed at particular needs. Eg. for Pregnancy, for children and Restorative / therapeutic sessions. |
| Scaravelli Inspirational Yoga teaching originated by Vanda Scaravelli. Featured in a book titled Awakening the Spine, focussing on finding a natural balance, the breath and awareness. |
Other For listings falling outside all the current main category types - eg. Vinyasa Flow, Dru, Yin, Kirtan and more. |
Teacher training for Courses offering advanced, professional development or similar, special learning modules for instructors. |
Retreat centres for Places to find peace and spiritual renewal. Some may be linked to a particular tradtion or teaching but many host courses featuring different kinds of spiritual practices, including meditation and alternative treatments, as well as various styles. |
| Online Websites regularly offering classes and courses online only, with no associated venue for people to attend, or stay, or visit. |
Meditation and Practices may vary as the emphasis is different in each tradition. Specific techniques might include breathing, mindfulness, prayer, absorbtion, visualisation, insight - or something else ! |
Ayurveda and Ayurveda is an ancient Indian holistic practice including herbal medicines, diet, yoga, massage to maintain natural health. |
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