“Uniting breath, body, and mind.”

But what does this really mean?

When one googles ‘yoga’ an overwhelming amount of information floods the screen. So many types of yoga! How does one choose? Will you like it? Is it for you? Does it go against my religion, faith, or culture? Is it worth my time, effort, and money? 

Just researching can burn out or avert potential seekers and students alike. It is helpful to remember that the definition of yoga is not so easily defined, put into a category, or explained. It is a process of learning, seeking, and experiencing. 

This is where Pranic Connections comes in. To help facilitate one’s journey with patience, understanding, and compassion. 

Pranic Connections is determined to stay true to the authentic practices of yoga; weaving its ancient teachings in a more accessible way. It is through this experience that teaches you how to apply these teachings to our everyday modern living.

Fundamentally, we can think of yoga as a preparatory process so that the body can sustain higher levels of energy, connection, and understanding. The process begins with the body, then the breath, the mind, and through the inner self. (though not always in that order). 

At Pranic Connections, you’ll discover an array of teachings where you are guided through a themed class filled with asana, pranayama (breathwork), mudras, mantras, and much more! Get in touch with your body & mind while feeling supported and never rushed in your own personal experience. Joined like-minded individuals in a class setting, or if you prefer, join online via ZOOM, or request private one on one classes! Just check in the ‘services’ menu. 

Here are a few of the most commonly misunderstood ideas of yoga:

• Nowadays in what we call the ‘West’, yoga is commonly understood as a therapy or exercise system for health and fitness. While improved physical and mental health is a natural effect of yoga, the ‘goal’ of yoga is way more far-reaching. (I’ll be writing a blog on this soon!)  
• Yoga does not adhere to any particular religion, belief system, or community; it has always been approached as a technology for inner well-being. Anyone who practices yoga with involvement can reap its benefits, irrespective of one’s faith, ethnicity or culture.
• It’s worth understanding that the origin of ancient techniques is based on yoga practice for spiritual\self development, not the common practice of stretches and movement many Western schools teach today.
• Yoga is a union of both philosophy and science. In fact, YOGA in itself is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘Yuj’, meaning ‘to join’ or ‘to yoke’ or ‘to unite’. As per Yogic scriptures, the practice of Yoga leads to the union of individual consciousness with that of the Universal Consciousness, indicating a perfect harmony between the mind and body, Man & Nature
•  Yoga is adaptable for people of ALL ages, body types, and physical abilities.