Hatha Yoga:
“yoga in which the aim is to unify the two energies of ha (the left) and tha (the right), and merge them in the centre of the spine; the merging of prana and apana into the centre of the body, at the heart.”
There are several traditional lineages of yoga. Imagine the traditional discipline of Hatha yoga to be a very broad umbrella that canopies many of the styles of yoga known to us in the western world. Understand that, in this regard, what you are most likely (no matter the style) practicing Hatha yoga when you step on the mat.
The word itself is the combination of two syllables or sanskrit words; ha meaning sun and tha (pronounced ta) meaning moon— opposing forces, if you will.
“The universe in which we reside is comprised of opposing forces. These oppositions permeate our life in all areas of existence, such as day and night, male and female, right and left, birth and death. In the tradition of Yoga, Ha and Tha represent these two counter-qualities originating from the same source. Traditionally Ha quality corresponds to light, sun, activity, maleness, whereas Tha quality corresponds to dark, moon, passivity, and femaleness. Any exercises designed to overcome personal weaknesses require effort, expression of will and the Ha quality, whereas any exercises related to the relaxation of the body, senses, and the mind imply loss of will and Tha quality.” Zoya Yoga
Studio B’s noon hour Hatha yoga class is a wonderful way to dip your toes into the waters of equilibrium and harmony. An understanding of the deeper layers of yoga will be woven into this alignment-based class. You will be encouraged to explore proper alignment of your body to bring about a sense of balance, strength, and calmness to your entire being.
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