Sivanada Yoga is a form of Hatha Yoga created by Swami Vishnu-Devananda, a follower of Swami Sivananda. The Sivananda Yoga group was founded in 1961 and practice is based on the following:

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Five Points of Yoga

Proper Exercise (Asanas) - Yoga poses help develop a strong, healthy body by enhancing flexibility and improving circulation.

 

Proper Breathing (Pranayama) - Deep, conscious breathing reduces stress and many diseases.

 

Proper Relaxation - Helps keep the body from going into overload mode, easing worry and fatigue.

 

Proper Diet - Eating simple, healthy and vegetarian foods that are easy to digest notably have a positive effect on the mind and body, as well as the environment and other living beings.

 

Positive Thinking (Vedanta) and Meditation (Dhyana) - These are the true keys to achieving peace of mind and eliminating negativity in our lives.

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Ashrams and Centres

Sivananda Yoga is practiced around the world; there are at least ten ashrams (three in India) and many centres.

 

Swami Vishnu Devananda wrote ‘The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga’, a long-time best seller, recognised as a world authority on the subject.

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