FAQs

Yoga, as defined by the dictionary, is a system of exercises practiced as part of the Hindu discipline to promote control of the body and mind. To put that into more understandable terms, yoga is a way to keep the body fit in order to sit for long periods of time in meditation to achieve a higher state of consciousness. Some of the other benefits of yoga practice are increased flexibility and the development of long lean muscles to keep us strong and healthy. Yoga also helps us to tune in to our bodies and find that place of inner peace and a quiet mind which helps to reduce stress.

There are quite a few styles of yoga practiced today.  Most of which fall under the "Hatha Yoga" description. There are Vinyasa, Kripalu, Ashtanga and Iyengar just to name a few.

The primary style of yoga taught at Bendable Bodies Yoga is called "Vinyasa".  The word vinyasa is a Sanskrit term and is translated as "the linking of body movement with the breath". Throughout the practice of vinyasa yoga you will practice asana (postures) and pranayama (prana: vital energy or breath, yama: to control) and learn to quiet the mind, focus on the breath and find a way to achieve balance and ease in your body.

We do offer other styles of yoga as well such as Gentle and Restorative.  For more information on the various styles see our class descriptions page.

You should bring a yoga mat but if you don't have one we have some at the studio you may borrow.   You should also wear clothes that are comfortable and that allow you to move freely. 

Practicing yoga promotes flexibility for those who are limited and for those who are already flexible it allows them to go even deeper into the postures taking their practice to the next level.