Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga yoga is a powerful and vigorous Vinyasa yoga style. "Ashta" and "Anga" are two Sanskrit words that make up the word Ashtanga. "Ashta" means "eight," whereas "Anga" means "limb" or "body part." As a result, Ashtanga combines the eight limbs of yoga into a single, holistic discipline. These eight limbs of yoga symbolize the many areas of yoga philosophy found in the yoga sutras, which serve as the Ashtanga Yoga School's foundation. All eight limbs of yoga are integrated into the Ashtanga philosophy: Yama (moral codes), Niyama (self-discipline), Asana (posture), Pranayama (breath control), Pratyahara (sense withdrawal), Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation), and Samadhi (meditation) (oneness with the self).

Ashtanga is a very energetic and athletic form of hatha yoga that is divided into six series of levels, each having a specific sequence of poses. It's based on Vinyasa, which focuses on energy and breath while moving between postures. It is a physically demanding activity that also develops mental clarity and inner calm. The Ashtanga yoga practice is based on several key ideas. This multi-pronged strategy supports both physical and mental health. For an effective ashtanga practice, these five principles are required.