PranaVayu Yoga

PranaVayu Yoga has five distinct sequences designed to open and develop the body's four principle ranges of motion (backward, forward, transverse and twisting). The PranaVayu sequences give aspiring practitioners an efficient and logical methodology to develop their practice. Each sequence is unique, yet complementary, and can be tailored to fit each practitioner's level.

Bandhas
There are three bandhas, or internal body locks, prescribed in the different postures. The banda is a sustained contraction of a group of muscles that assists the practitioner not only in retaining a pose but also in moving in and out of it. The mula bandha, or root lock, is performed by tightening the muscles around the pelvic and perineum area. The udiyana bandha, often described as bringing the navel to the base of the spine, is a contraction of the muscles of the lower abdominal area. Jalandhara bandha, throat lock, is achieved by lowering the chin slightly while raising the sternum and the pallete bringing the gaze to the tip of the nose.

Method
Pranavayu Yoga is a style of vinyasa yoga that blends creative sequencing with a unique system of alignment. These training principles emphasizes efficient skeletal positioning through imagery. PranaVayu Yoga is grounded in one simple philosophy: Change your Body, Free your Mind.

PranaVayu Yoga is a unique style of vinyasa yoga based on three principles:

• Sequencing makes difficult postures easier.

• Focusing on skeletal positioning is more efficient than moving muscle alone.

• Using imagery makes complex motion easier to accomplish.

The three principles are at the heart of every PranaVayu practice, which emphasizes strength and flexibility through attention to form and flow. These four foundations counterbalance one another to create symmetry between mechanical efficiency and intuitive flow.

PranaVayu Yoga has five distinct sequences designed to open and develop the body's four principle ranges of motion (backward, forward, transverse and twisting). The PranaVayu sequences give aspiring practitioners an efficient and logical methodology to develop their practice. Each sequence is unique, yet complementary, and can be tailored to fit each practitioner's level.

Each sequence is composed of a number of “sub-sets”, or short postural groupings that systematically prepare the body for deeper, more difficult postural variations that are strategically placed at the end of each sub-set. Sub-sets when connected together form a sequence of flowing poses (vinyasa) to create a meditative and dynamic practice that combines movement with grace. As familiarity is gained with the five sequences, yogis practice one different sequence per day to develop full-body range of motion. The PranaVayu sequences aim to improve cardio-vascular health and develop the strength and flexibility required for an intermediate/advanced Yoga practice.

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