Our fall training program is underway and the students are deeply immersed in the study of yoga. As part of our studies we are examining the classical yogic code of conduct called Yama and Niyama. The idea behind these guidelines is to give the practitioner some reference for how they conduct themselves in the world, […]
Om bhur bhuva svah Tat savitur-varenyam Bhargo devasya dhimahi Dhiyo yo nah prachodyat Om. Let us meditate upon the wondrous spirit of the Divine, creator of the earth, space and the heavens. Oh God, may our minds be inspired by the light of that Supreme Self and be filled with divine qualities. Probable the most […]
Occasionally I go for a run. It is a great way to get some fresh air, take care of the body and listen to some music along the way. I set my MP3 on shuffle so I never know what will be playing next. It keeps it interesting. As I rounded the bend on mile number three […]
The yogic tradition is rich in methods and techniques. It is important to remember that the techniques are a means to a much greater end, the complete physical, mental and spiritual integration of the human being. It is equally important to recognize the moment to moment process of transformation that arises within the application of […]
I remember taking a for-credit yoga class at my university in the early 90’s. We dissected the postures and every so often, the teacher would throw out a yogic pearl of wisdom. Somewhere about mid-quarter, I remember her saying “asana is a very small part of yoga practice –just the tip of the iceberg.” It […]
There are many facets to the yoga tradition. Some systems of yoga focus on the purification of the physical body, others focus on cultivation of love and still others focus on the development of knowledge through the study and application of scriptural texts. These different approaches are intended to suite the varying natures of the […]
Yoga is an epic subject and much has been written about it. The literary tradition surrounding the subject goes back to ancient Sanskrit texts from India and more recently has found its way into the glossy folds of magazines, best selling books and most immediately, this blog. The yoga tradition is buried within age old […]
Welcome to our newly minted website and blog H.Q. This marks the culmination of a long process of transformation from our former identity as Denver Institute of Yoga (DIY) to our current title Axis Yoga Trainings. Why the change? There are several reasons actually. The Institute was founded in 2003 with the intention of providing […]