Well my work schedule is still awful and I still can’t get to the Iyengar Yoga class I wanted to but I found this class “Anusara Yoga” and it actually fits my schedule but other than it being a style of hatha yoga I know nothing about it.
Does anyone train this or has anyone trained this or does anyone have any information on Anusara Yoga?
I took about 20 classses from an instructor in central florida. The instructor was excellent with the posture and helped me learn how to take my first deep breath. The focus of the classes seem to be about posture, relaxing in the breath, opening to grace, and corpse pose. With that instructor we did not do specific breathing practice nor did we meditate, but I did have times of great relaxation
It never hurts to give it a try
enjoy
Neil
Hi Walter,
The teacher I try and practice with most is Anusara trained, and althought I’ve been making efforts to establish a home practice, I would not hesitate to recommend this “style” of yoga to anyone. It is available to all , with all different body types and yoga experience. It is a light hearted style of teaching that makes going to a class fun. Our class is a vinyasa style in that it flows from one posture to the next with each breath but the basic principles of Anusara are adhered to. FYI John Friend the founder of Anusara studied alot with BKY Iyengar.
Thanks, I will have to go check it out.
I think it’s a great style from what I’ve heard about it. Lots of heart openers and inversions…always fun!
Let us know if you enjoyed the class…I’ve only heard positive things about Anusara.
[quote=xela;12777]I think it’s a great style from what I’ve heard about it. Lots of heart openers and inversions…always fun!
Let us know if you enjoyed the class…I’ve only heard positive things about Anusara.[/quote]
Lots of inversions… I do not think I am ready for inversions and to be honest I am not sure I want to do inversions. The last time I was upside-down is not a good memory.
walter, just go try it, often times we think too much and stop ourselves from experiencing.
Regardless of the style of yoga, it may take some time to find a teacher that resonates with you and inspires you to practice with your heart. I would definitely try as many “styles” , teachers and classes until you find a teacher that fits best. Modifications can be made for most postures that are presently out of your physical reach, just be happy with your abilities as they stand today and simply practice.
[quote=WalterJ;12832]Lots of inversions… I do not think I am ready for inversions and to be honest I am not sure I want to do inversions. The last time I was upside-down is not a good memory.
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Well, like I said, I’ve never been to one, but that is what I’ve heard from people. I wouldn’t let it scare you. You can discuss your concerns with the instructor and they will offer modifications. Child’s pose is always a wonderful option! 
the thought of Inversions does make me rather nervous. I will think about it for a bit, but I do truly know, as has already been said, I should go give it a try.
Thanks