Types & Styles of Yoga - Hatha Yoga - Pranayama - Other Styles

Hatha Yoga

The path whereby the aspirant endeavours to reach Self-realization through the attainment of physical control, perfect health of the body and control of the breath.

To bring balance to the body - Ha: - Sun or physical side, balanced with - tha: Moon or mental side.

 Hatha yoga practice consists of 7 steps

1. Sat Kriyas - cleansing practices
2. Asanas - postures
3. Mudras and Bandhas - locks and seals through postures and gestures with the hands
4. Pratyahara - drawing the senses inward
5. Pranayama - breathing practices
6. Dhyana - meditation
7. Samadhi - Self-realization