Faqs

“Yoga is a light which,once lit,will never dim . The more you practice, the brighter the flame”. Yoga is a science, a discipline, a philosophy, an art and an attitude. It is a path for a healthy integration. Yoga means “union” in sanscrit, and it is associated also to a series of methods and technics to attain this union, which can be interpreted as a union with our own Self, a harmonic integration of all aspects of human being, and/or as the union of the individual with Cosmos; the experience of the integration of the individual to all of the surrounding universe. In this union what prevails is the feeling of being one and the same with the Whole. Yoga is a way of knowledge, clear and attainable for the needs and possibilities of modern life. A means to attain relaxation, rest, balance and harmony; to know ourselves better and to use, in a more efficient way, our potential. The goals are set by the student or practitioner and Yoga never asks to believe in anything except one’s own experience. Some authors like Mircea Eliade, sustain that Yoga was already known and practiced in the ancient Indu civilization that flourished in the third and second millennium BC. Yoga is based mainly in a dynamic principle, (prana energie) and its direct relation with breathing. The essence of the messaje is that the Self (our own essence) can only be known through the Union (yoga), and not by mere speculation. The Self can not be realized outside ourselves but in our deep inside. According to most authors, there are five principal trails: Karma Yoga, the path of action, Bhakti Yoga, the path of devotion and love, Gñana Yoga, the path of inquiry and discernment, Raja Yoga the path of introspection and Hatha Yoga, the path of balance of the inner energies.

Is Yoga for any age?

The great advantage of Yoga is that it can be practiced by anyone, irrespective of age, sex,and physical condition . In fact Yoga is particularly beneficial in middle age and after.Yoga is a gift to older people when the restorative power of the body is declining and resistance to illeness is weakened. No need to say Yoga is good for children , they will be introduced to deep breathing and stretching exercises that can help with focus and relieve stress .

Do I need to have experience to enter your class in Akumal?

No previous experience is needed because our multilevel classes are designed to fit the beginners as well as experienced …When groups are over 17 people we split into 2 groups.

Do I have to buy Yoga material in order to come to the class?

We will provide you with Sticky Mat, as well as blankets, block , belt and chairs for your class. You will have just to show up , dressed with something confortable.

What’s Hatha Yoga?

An elaborate system of psico-phisiological technics that includes postures (asanas), energetic keys (bhandas), breathing exercices (pranayama), psiquic gestures (mudras). This practice acts directly on mind and body purifying them and bringing them into harmony and balance.. Ha means Sun and Tha means moon. Inside our body the sun and the moon represent the vital force and the mental force, when these two forces join and balance, a third force is awaken, that of the Kundalini or spiritual energy. The dance of opposites forces and energies inside.

What’s Asanas?

An elaborate system of psico-phisiological technics that includes postures (asanas), energetic keys (bhandas), breathing exercices (pranayama), psiquic gestures (mudras). This practice acts directly on mind and body purifying them and bringing them into harmony and balance.. Ha means Sun and Tha means moon. Inside our body the sun and the moon represent the vital force and the mental force, when these two forces join and balance, a third force is awaken, that of the Kundalini or spiritual energy. The dance of opposites forces and energies inside.

What’s Pranayama?

Prana is the life force which permeates both the individual as well as the universe at all levels and Ayama is the storing and distribution of that energy. By practicing pranayama, we learn to move energy vertically , horizontally , and cyclically to the frontiers of the body.

Who is B.K.S. Iyengar?

More than any other teacher Iyengar renewd Hatha Yoga in the process of bringing it to a Western audience. In the West , Iyengar encountered a very different mentality than in India. People were enthusiastic about Hatha Yoga , thirsty for knowledge , and willing to work hard to attain it. Rather than repeat mechanically what he learned from his teacher , Krishnamacharya, he inquired deeply into each of the postures in order to perfect them. This inquiry was his great innovation: he continuosly attempt to arrive at a more perfect performance of the yoga postures. This is the reason why he’s one of the greatest Yoga Teacher and our philosophy is been inspired by his teachings.

When is the best time of the year to come to Akumal?

All year around Akumal is Paradise, maybe you will prefer to avoid the raining season , at the end of the summer.

Can I bring my children?

Yes you can as long as you stay focus on the class. The same goes for pet : )

Do I have to make a reservation for my Yoga class in Akumal ?

No reservation is required , but be 5 minutes before the time scheduled. For the two days workshop we prefer if you make your reservation in advance.