Yoga typesOther kinds and styles of Yoga

Anusara Yoga is a modern style of yoga with back strengthening techniques. The term Anusara Yoga means “graceful flow of movements“. Anusara Yoga is orientated on Iyengar Yoga and therefore influences the interaction of the meridians and the locomotor system.

Hata is Indian and means sun and moon. Hata Yoga addresses the balance of body and spirit. Balanced asanas (yoga exercises) create a balance between tension and relaxation.

Iyengar Yoga is practised accurately and slowly. Few asanas (yoga positions) and refined movements dominate these yoga lessons. Iyengar Yoga focuses on being aware of one’s own body and spirit and increases spiritual awareness.

Jivamukti Yoga promotes the spiritual development and contains rhythmic Vinyasa units. This integrative style of yoga is accompanied with music and based on breathing exercises as well as meditation and rhythmic mantras.

Regenerative yoga provides restful deep relaxation for the body. This relaxing yoga consists of asanas carried out lying down and using cushions, blankets, belts and blocks as props.

Vini Yoga is practically applied yoga. The asanas (yoga exercises) are adjusted to age, state of health as well as individual needs and are therefore carried out during private lessons.

Vinyasa means flowing unity of movement and respiratory flow. You change from one yoga position to the next while evenly breathing in and out. Viyasa Yoga helps to achieve freedom of the soul and a vigorous life.

Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is an active style of yoga. The speed of the asanas (yoga exercises) is determined by the yoga students themselves. The yoga exercises are carried out continuously and flowingly. This yoga method teaches awareness and sensing one’s own emotions.

Power Yoga consists of vigorous Vinyasa exercises. These energetic asanas tone up and strengthen the body. Power Yoga helps to overcome emotional weaknesses and promotes healthy self-confidence.

Prana Flow Yoga is a mood lifting style of yoga. By using dance elements and dynamic meditation combined with music, Prana Flow Yoga unites body and life energy (Prana).