Many books and websites written on Yoga begin with the meaning of Yoga. So in keeping with the tradition I will also begin with the true nature and meaning of Yoga, the Philosophy and practice of Yoga and the benefits of being with Yoga.

The roots of Yoga can be traced back over 5,000 years. The beginnings of yoga were developed by the Indus-Sarasvati civilization in Northern India. Yoga was mentioned in the Vedas, one of the oldest written texts. The Vedic Priests documented the practice of yoga in the Bhagavad-Gita, the Upanishads and more recently in 250BC, Patanjali, considered the father of modern Yoga, wrote the Yoga Sutras. He was the first to formulate the modern day practice of yoga and mentions the word "Asana", a Sanskrit word, which comes from the root "asi" meaning "To Be", asana meaning "A state of Being”.

In Vedic times Asana simply referred to a special seat reserved for the Guru or one of a revered status. It also referred to the place where upon the spiritual practitioner sat for meditative practices. The Philosophy of Yoga is to help us overcome our ignorance, gain true wisdom, help one achieve a certain poise of equanimity to look at all aspects of life with acceptance and serenity and to find our joy in living. Patanjali describes condensed brief statements known as the Sutras. This system he named Astanga Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning eight limbs.

They describe a system that allows the student to gain more control over his life, and be free from selfish desires. Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning to yoke, unite or join, a union of the body, mind and soul, that higher more Spiritual, individual part of us, which we are seeking to know and understand. Swami Satchidananda repeats an ancient saying:

With the connection or understanding of the Higher Self we may experience a calmer world within and greater control over our mind and our senses. Patanjali states that – "Yoga is when the self rests in its own being in our own original nature which is pure awareness".

Krishna tells Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita: "Perfection of our bodies means beauty, grace, strength, and being as solid as a diamond.

When the Yogi has full power over his body, he can increase the spiritual fire within, giving better health, a light body, and freedom from cravings. The body of a person practicing the regulation of breathing becomes harmoniously developed, emits a sweet scent, and looks both beautiful and lovely.

The following qualities are surely always found in the body of every yogi: strong appetite, good digestion, cheerfulness, a handsome figure, great courage, mighty enthusiasm and full strength."

Is that not a good enough reason to become a dedicated Yoga student?

Many believe that yoga is a religion. Yoga does not prescribe the worship of any specific deity or deities. Divine is defined in dictionaries as coming from or connected with God or Gods. Yoga does not give specific instructions for the existence, nature or worship. Yoga acknowledges Bhakti Yoga, the path of devotion, which is a valid aspect of Yoga but does not tell the student where to direct that devotion or the methods by which the student should do it.

We must therefore not allow Meditation to be destroyed by religious teachers who have destroyed the whole philosophy of meditation through their teachings. The spiritual benefits of Yoga are that it builds awareness of the body, the feelings, the Planet and the needs of others. Meditation promotes an interdependence between Mind, Body and Soul and brings about the concept of Oneness.

According to medical scientists Yoga and Pranayama Therapy is successful in treating many diseases due to the balance created in the nervous and endocrine systems, which directly influences all other systems and organs in the body.

Yoga and Pranayama Therapy therefore is a preventative and a cure.

Yoga is a Science, developed for the benefit of maintaining optimum health through Asanas (postures) and Pranayama (Yogic breath). 

A Yoga Practice should therefore combine Pranayama, Asana and Meditation to obtain the full benefit of Yoga as it was intended.

Experience the joy of moving your body through nurturing and energising postures to bring about a feeling of calm, relaxation and empowerment whilst enjoying the moment of connecting your body, mind and soul through your breath.

Practicing the postures, breathing exercises and meditation heals the body, mind and soul. Yoga makes you feel better. It is beneficial for all ailments.

A great deal of research has proven that Yoga helps control Anxiety, Asthma, Backache, Blood Pressure, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Headaches, Heart Disease and many more conditions.

Yoga creates a toned, flexible and strong body. It improves respiration, energy and vitality. It relieves pain and improves your wellbeing.

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Fact:

In Australia, the total cost of workers compensation claims for stressed-related conditions is estimated at over $200 million every year. Symptoms include a drop in work performance, depression, anxiety and sleeping disorders.

Vedic Yoga Therapies' onsite programmes, classes, workshops and rejuvenating weekend 'away' retreats increase employee morale, energy levels, confidence and productivity. A Corporate Yoga practice blends the ancient healing science of Yoga into todays office.

Benefits of a regular Corporate Yoga practice:

• Manages and reduces stress, calms the nervous system- calmer in mind and body, reduced absenteeism
  
• Increases energy, revitalises, promoting greater clarity and improved concentration
  
• Develops higher levels of job satisfaction- happier, healthier, more productive employees
  
• Improves efficiency and effectiveness
  
• Enhances your employees' general well-being
  
• Yoga detoxifies the body while strengthening and toning bringing about better posture and greater confidence
  
• Breath work heals and cleanses- healthier employees
  
• Improves flexibility and strength
  
• Massages and improves the function of the internal organs- improves circulation
  
• Connects you with your true essence, nurturing the soul
  
• Challenges the body, increasing fortitude and persistence- yoga boosts self esteem
  
• Yoga makes you feel better
  

Our objective is to build you a team of healthy, happy, productive, confident employees who feel good about themselves and the role they play in the organisation.

Corporate Responsibility

In todays economic climate, companies have a responsibility to offer solutions to their staff so that there is balance between work and life. Progressive companies are seeking solutions by choosing corporate wellness programmes offered by professional teachers. Many multinational organisations worldwide are adopting corporate responsibility, including a commitment in their annual budget to employee wellness programmes, as reported in the annual reports of 15 of the largest multinational companies.

Individual Responsibility

Corporate Yoga is more than a yoga class. It offers the individual a holistic regime which will promote balance in the nervous and endocrine systems, which directly influences all other systems and organs in the body. It is a science developed for the benefit of maintaining optimum health. Yoga is for everyone, beginners to advanced students, young and seniors, men and women. No experience is necessary.

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Yoga at Your desk Five-Minute Workstation Rejuvenation

Our Corporate programmes includes:  Yoga at your Desk Five minute Workstation Rejuvenation.

1. Eyes, Neck and Back Care
2. De-Stress at your Desk
3 Anti-Rheumatic Care

A one hour onsite workshop where employees will learn a powerful yet quick sequence on how to re-energise in five minutes at their desk. All staff are provided with a complete set of notes to follow and keep at their desk.

Follow-up workshops are available to focus on different areas of the body. Choose your programme and Request a Quote. Our rates are very reasonable.

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