Guest guest Posted March 4, 2003 Report Share Posted March 4, 2003 Hi, Deborah and welcome. I don't know where you live in the Netherlands, or what kinds of classes are available to you. But I recommend that you keep yourself open to exploring many different styles of yoga until you discover what feels right for you. As you probably already know, there are many different styles of hatha yoga (Iyengar, Sivananda, Ashtanga, etc.). In your search for classes you'll likely find some yoga studios that combine elements from different traditions, in addition to studios that strictly adhere to a specific tradition. The best thing to do is learn a little bit about the different styles--there's a lot of info on the Internet, in addition to lots of books--and then ask yourself what styles appeal to you most. After that, begin taking a few classes at different studios and see what style suits you best. Finally, I'd say there are two main things to keep in mind: First, remember that you may have to test out several different styles, studios and teachers before you find the best "fit". Second, remember to have fun and enjoy this process of discovery! After all, yoga--in all its forms--is all about the journey, not the destination. Good luck! EAW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2003 Report Share Posted March 5, 2003 Deb: a couple of suggestions: John Scott's book entitled "Ashtanga Yoga" is terrific for a beginner with detailed explanations of the primary series poses and guidance for individua practice. Another book: Jivamukti Yoga by Sharon Gannon and David Life is a terrific introduction to the Yoga "philosphy" and asanas, although it doesn't focus on Ashtanga Yoga. Hope this helps and best of luck to you in beginning your practice. namaste, Maureen --- "Deb @ birdchild.com" <deb wrote: > Hello everyone, > > I am very interested in beginning yoga and a more > holistic approach to life > and would love any advice about which books to > purchase to learn more about > this art. I have just recently purchased the book > by Christie Turlington > and want to learn more. > > I live in The Netherlands and am currently looking > for a yoga class to join > with a good instructor. > > Thanks in advance for any advice or comments you may > have. > Warmly, > Deborah > > > > > ashtanga yoga > > > > Your use of is subject to > > > Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes./ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2003 Report Share Posted March 5, 2003 Oh! Oops! I was responding to Deb, who lives in the Netherlands... The message I was responding to is the one below. EAW Hello everyone, I am very interested in beginning yoga and a more holistic approach to life and would love any advice about which books to purchase to learn more about this art. I have just recently purchased the book by Christie Turlington and want to learn more. I live in The Netherlands and am currently looking for a yoga class to join with a good instructor. Thanks in advance for any advice or comments you may have. Warmly, Deborah EAW's response: Hi, Deborah and welcome. I don't know where you live in the Netherlands, or what kinds of classes are available to you. But I recommend that you keep yourself open to exploring many different styles of yoga until you discover what feels right for you. As you probably already know, there are many different styles of hatha yoga (Iyengar, Sivananda, Ashtanga, etc.). In your search for classes you'll likely find some yoga studios that combine elements from different traditions, in addition to studios that strictly adhere to a specific tradition. The best thing to do is learn a little bit about the different styles--there's a lot of info on the Internet, in addition to lots of books--and then ask yourself what styles appeal to you most. After that, begin taking a few classes at different studios and see what style suits you best. Finally, I'd say there are two main things to keep in mind: First, remember that you may have to test out several different styles, studios and teachers before you find the best "fit". Second, remember to have fun and enjoy this process of discovery! After all, yoga--in all its forms--is all about the journey, not the destination. Good luck! EAW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2003 Report Share Posted March 5, 2003 Thank you kindly. To clear up any misperceptions, I live in Largo, Florida when I am not traveling to Asia. I spend 6 months or so a year in Asia doing yoga. I am a registered and certified yoga instructor, trained in both Ashtanga and Iyengar Styles. However, my own personal practice is Ashtanga. I simply love it. I started my website www.yogabound.com as a resource for information on Yoga and other topics that contribute positively to one's wellbeing. It has expanded but keeps true to the mission statement. I thought I was a member of this group as I get a daily digest of emails, but somehow something happened. Anyway, no big deal. Thanks for putting me back in. Have a blissful day. Namaste' Deb --- asawrt wrote: > > Hi, Deborah and welcome. I don't know where you live > in the Netherlands, or > what kinds of classes are available to you. But I > recommend that you keep > yourself open to exploring many different styles of > yoga until you discover > what feels right for you. As you probably already > know, there are many > different styles of hatha yoga (Iyengar, Sivananda, > Ashtanga, etc.). In your > search for classes you'll likely find some yoga > studios that combine elements > from different traditions, in addition to studios > that strictly adhere to a > specific tradition. The best thing to do is learn a > little bit about the > different styles--there's a lot of info on the > Internet, in addition to lots > of books--and then ask yourself what styles appeal > to you most. After that, > begin taking a few classes at different studios and > see what style suits you > best. Finally, I'd say there are two main things to > keep in mind: First, > remember that you may have to test out several > different styles, studios and > teachers before you find the best "fit". Second, > remember to have fun and > enjoy this process of discovery! After all, yoga--in > all its forms--is all > about the journey, not the destination. > > Good luck! > > EAW > > Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes./ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2003 Report Share Posted March 5, 2003 the hatha yoga pradipika, which is also a non-ashtanga yoga book, will also give you some insight into this new world of holistic living and an ashtanga book you might want to try is the yoga mala by sri k. pattabhi jois. if you are interested in the philosophy itself, try a few translations of the yoga sutras. the bhagavad gita is insightful as well. you may also want to visit a few ashrams. warmly, m. Maureen Bolton <bolto11 wrote:Deb: a couple of suggestions: John Scott's book entitled "Ashtanga Yoga" is terrific for a beginner with detailed explanations of the primary series poses and guidance for individua practice. Another book: Jivamukti Yoga by Sharon Gannon and David Life is a terrific introduction to the Yoga "philosphy" and asanas, although it doesn't focus on Ashtanga Yoga. Hope this helps and best of luck to you in beginning your practice. namaste, Maureen --- "Deb @ birdchild.com" <deb wrote: > Hello everyone, > > I am very interested in beginning yoga and a more > holistic approach to life > and would love any advice about which books to > purchase to learn more about > this art. I have just recently purchased the book > by Christie Turlington > and want to learn more. > > I live in The Netherlands and am currently looking > for a yoga class to join > with a good instructor. > > Thanks in advance for any advice or comments you may > have. > Warmly, > Deborah > > > > > ashtanga yoga > > > > Your use of is subject to > > > Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes./ ashtanga yoga Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, and more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2003 Report Share Posted March 6, 2003 A warm 'thank you' to everyone that replied to my request for more information about yoga. I will use the advice given to me wisely. Be well and kind regards, Deborah The Netherlands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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