The practice of Yoga builds strength, stability and balance. Deep stretching is practiced, to allow flexibility and ease, while energizing inversion balance the glandular system. The practise facilitates the release of tension or toxins to ensure the proper functioning of the organs.

Iyengar Yoga is a scientific, disciplined and deeply researched system developed by BKS Iyengar. It is specific about precision and alignment so that the full benefits of the postures can be attained. www.bksiyengar.co.za.

Balanced postural alignment creates a balanced muscular action and allows for the body to work in fluid integrated way.
Mental steadiness is created when the mind evenly participates in the physical actions. Each posture thereby becomes a meditation in action.

When the body is properly aligned, circulation and healing improves, giving rise to increased physical health and mental well-being.

GoYogah offers Yoga classes in Clifton in Cape Town, South Africa. www.goYogah.com

Asta Yoga :: The Eight Limbs of Yoga


yama: universal ethical disciplines
niyama: individual disciplines
asana: practice of postures for physical discipline
pranayama: regulation of the breath for mental discipline
pratyahara: withdrawal/discipline of the senses
dharana: concentration
dhyana: meditation
samadhi: self realization