The training is coming closer to an end, and this is the final experiment. At first, I thought I should choose the hardest experiment. I thought I should pick something that I am not good at. What is it? Maybe pranayama? Or maybe mantra? Then, I asked Derik his opinion and his answer was I […]
My strength is I can focus, I am consistent, I am motivated and I am goal oriented. Those qualities often cause struggles and burn me out, but the problem is I just don’t want to let go of anything; I always want to hold onto it and keep it going. I think I have the […]
My regular home practice routines are as follows; Seated warm-up Surya Namaskar (x 3) One ore Two Standing poses (i.e. Warrior series, Triangle series, Tree pose…) Head Stand & Shoulder Stand (Those are good for my Immune disorder disease) Twisted Setu Bandhasana (It’s good for mental difficulties) Supta Baddha Konasana Savasana (10 to 15 min.) […]
As I mentioned, I struggled a lot at the beginning. I even wondered if I could make it through the training, but instead of giving up my faith, I learned to let go of my struggles gradually. Now, the training is almost over. I was counting how many days I have left every time I […]
I want to announce the grand opening of Denver’s newest yoga studio, the Karma Yoga Center. The owner, Katrina Broyles, has poured a ton of dedication, love and fabulous interior design and ambiance into the place. Her wholehearted attention is palpable when you walk through the door. I just returned from an introductory meeting and […]
There are many, many ways to practice yoga. Obviously, the method of choice among millions of Americans is asana practice. Yoga’s history and roots go deep into the past. The theories and methods that support the practice have been experimented with and refined over the course of thousands of years. The objective of all of […]
Along this great path of Self discovery, many methods were devised. A project of this magnitude requires on going investigation and revision. The scope of yoga practice is very large and every modality within- the-entire-creation has the potential to unlock our deepest identity. If it uplifts the spirit in a sustainable way, it’s fair game. […]
It is our stated intention here at Axis Yoga Trainings, to give the most thorough and in depth presentation of yoga possible. In practice, we present the many facets of yoga in a complete and unified way. Every technique tells a unique story about the evolution and significance of yoga practice. Gradually, through the process […]
Yantra’s are unique and rarely recognized aspect of yoga practice. You might find one hanging on the wall of a studio but, you certainly won’t work up a sweat while making one or complete it within 90 minutes either. They are exceptional because they offer an intimate synthesis between meditation and sensory engagement. For those […]
Yantras share a lot of similarities with art in that they are symbolic and open to some interpretation. The primary distinction between these images and other forms of artistic expression lies in their function. While visually stunning in their own right, yantras are specifically designed to bring about spiritual insight. Spiritual development is a cornerstone […]