Krishnamacharya's immense knowledge of yoga was infused with deep spiritual beliefs and devotional practices. His development of yoga therapy, a major component of viniyoga, came from his profound ability to heal and help his students, from his knowledge of India's ancient medicine, Ayurveda , and from his unwavering faith. Viniyoga emphasizes an evolving personal yoga practice. It emphasizes an evolving personal yoga practice. The student works with a trusted yoga teacher privately or in small group settings to develop this daily practice.
Sessions take into account the student's particular life issues and circumstances.
The focus of a session varies and can include specific chanting practices, study of The Yoga Sutras , Bhagavad-Gita and other texts as well as asana , pranayama , mantra , visualization and meditation. In viniyoga, the body, breath and mind are linked through physical practice, with the breath movement initiating the body movement. The emphasis on precise breathing and the introduction of sound into asana practice are unique features of viniyoga. Shop O2 . All Rights Reserved.