Hatha Yoga Shala

Hatha Yoga is a science of cultivating the connection between the physical, energetic, and mental levels of the human form. It’s practice is both the development and experience of Raja Yoga (meditation).
The Hatha Yoga Shala is dedicated to teaching in the style of Shadow Yoga. Zhander Remete, the founder of Shadow Yoga, developed this system from his lifelong practice and study of Hatha Yoga, martial arts, and traditional dance.
Fixed sequences of movement (Prelude Forms) are initially cultivated that prepare the body and mind for practice of asana (posture). The Prelude Forms use dynamic stances that gracefully flow together with rythmic breath control.
Their practice improves the health of the bodies tissues, the functioning of all organic systems, they develop strength, suppleness, balance, and create focus and awareness for correct practice of asana.
Asanas are developed according to each individuals requirements to improve, and direct their energies into balance and health.
Why Try Hatha Yoga? You do not have to be flexible to do yoga. Nor do you have to be especially supple, strong, fit or young. The practice of yoga can be undertaken at any stage in life, with any body shape or constitution, and as long as one maintains an open, receptive mind, yoga will certainly encourage suppleness, stability and general well-being.
Through the dynamic practice of the stances, stiffness in the joints and muscles is relieved; attention to alignment corrects various postural difficulties; and the emphasis on breath draws the mind inwards and cultivates a calm, quiet steadiness free of tension and stress.
What Happens Next?
Some people finish the Beginners Course and wish to move straight into the Level I class. Please do not think that this is the natural progression. It is much better to repeat the course and gain more confidence and a better understanding of the basic principles before attempting anything stronger. Rather than increased difficulty, one should look for regularity.
Make yoga a regular part of your day or week. Once a week is fine for the raw beginner, but those who have already finished a course should think about attending two classes a week. This is a good start, and allows one to establish and maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle.