Notes from the shala
Practice guides, philosophy and teacher-training advice from our schools in Goa, Bali and Thailand.
- Practice 10
- Breath 2
- Meditation & mind 6
- Philosophy 10
- Food & Ayurveda 2
- Teacher training 7
- Goa & travel 5

10 Transformative Benefits of Pranayama: Breathing Your Way To Balance
Pranayama is a derivation of two Sanskrit words: "Prana," meaning life force or vital energy, and "Ayama," meaning control or extension.
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5 min readFinding Your Flow: Yoga Practices for Every Day
You can start your day with yoga. It rejuvenates the body and mind, imparting the right kind of tone to take off positively during the day.
Top 10 Yoga Books Every Yogi Should Read
Yoga, an ancient practice with a rich history spanning thousands of years, has gained immense popularity worldwide for its profound benefits on both physical and mental well-being.
4 min readYoga in Goa: Ancient Traditions Meet Shores
he inviting sands and peaceful waters of Goa, India, have always beckoned people seeking relaxation and upliftment of the spirit.
Exploring Jal Neti in Yoga | Jal Neti Benefits
Jal Neti is a traditional yogic cleansing practice related to the larger system of Hatha Yoga practices designed to purify the body and mind.
3 min readA Guide to Yogic Nutrition and Wellness
Disease manifests in the body through undigested food, in the mind through thoughts that hang there like an autumn mist, and in the soul through the dominance of the ego.
Bhakti Yoga For Emotional Wellness
Bhakti Yoga for emotional wellness, or sentiments as people also term them, are an integral part of human psychology and experience.
Coming Out Of Depression And Anxiety With Yoga
The world we are living is full of uneven situations.
The Ancient Origins And Roots Of Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice that is there for a long time now, and the experts can find its roots connected to ancient India.
Yoga: A Way to Build Inner Strength and Confidence
Yoga is an ancient physical and mental training used to keep fit and healthy. Though it originated in India, people worldwide have been practicing various yoga postures.
3 min readHow To Prepare for a Yoga Teacher Training
You have been practicing yoga for a while and now you are considering enrolling in a yoga teacher training course.
5 Important Lifestyle Changes After a Yoga Teacher Training
When you are in your Yoga Teacher Training in Bali , you are fully committed to the experience.
MUDRAS: THE CIRCUIT SYSTEM OF ENERGY
The practice of yoga can be traced back thousands of years.
5 Best Career Options After a Yoga Teacher Training
Now that you are a Registered Yoga Alliance teacher, it is time to share your newly developed knowledge.
7 Ways How Yoga Impacts Your Mental Health
More than its physiological benefits, the impact of yoga on mental health is profound.
8 Amazing Benefits Of Teaching Yoga
We always talk about learning and practicing yoga. What we never think about is the possibility that we could be the one who is doing the teaching.
What is Karma Yoga – Principles and Benefits
It is a path towards spirituality that is purely based on action and not just on poses and meditation.
Secret of Yoga
Practicing yoga conveys quite a lot of benefits to mind, body, and essence.
Yoga Poses for Happiness
All of us study and work hard for the ultimate goal; to be happy. Have you ever given thought to whether there is a simpler way to find happiness in life?
Yoga for All – Yoga For Asthmatic
Yoga has shown a significant impact on asthmatic patients, giving them relief and better lung capacity.
Importance of Wasting Time
Individuals who don’t believe in wasting time make me feel anxious. I wonder: what are they trying to get away with? What are they trying to wriggle out?
The Confessions Of A Yoga Teacher Secrets Behind a Successful Yoga Teacher
We are undoubtedly in an age where yoga is an integral part of the mainstream culture. People are now taking vacations just to learn yoga so that they can feel refreshed.
5 Common Myths and Misconceptions About Yoga
Some see yoga as a form of workout or relaxation; others see it as a standard of living. And no matter what, we all have some predetermined ideas about yoga.
Yoga for Weight loss
Health and weight are interconnected, which is probably one reason why many people worry about staying fit. The only problem is that staying healthy can be hard.
Top 6 Yoga Poses To Relieve Back pain
The human back consists of a complex structure of ligaments, bones, and muscles. Pain in the lower back arises from damages of these muscles and commonly affects adults.
How to Get Back Into Yoga After Illness
Be it a winter respiratory tract infection, influenza, or an acute virus infection. These diseases have the power to throw a severe blow in your typically fit routine.
5 Essential Things Every Yogi Should Carry
The reason why a lot of people are flocking towards yoga nowadays is the mere fact that the practice makes them feel good.
6 min readTop Places in Goa for Yoga Enthusiast
Goa is a popular destination for travelers who look to get laid-back and enjoy the sun and sand along with the coastal charms of the Arabian Sea.
7 Romantic Yoga Pоѕеѕ You Must Trу With Yоur Pаrtnеr
Yоu’vе probably heard thаt romantic Yoga іѕ gооd for уоu. Mауbе уоu hаvе еvеn trіеd it аnd dіѕсоvеrеd that іt mаkеѕ уоu fееl bеttеr.
Ahimsa | Love Your Enemies
Does that sound shocking? Well, it isn’t! Let me explain it to you with a little example!
10 Healthy Vegan Food You Should Include in Your Diet
Vegan tries to avoid eating animal food for ethical, environmental or health reasons.
How to Start Yoga at Home For Beginners
The concept is easy enough, but it puts fear into our hearts.
What’s In | Yoga meets Tai Chi
Yoga and Tai Chi, how both help you to grow. Tai chi often described as `Meditation in Motion` mind-body exercise with value in treating many health problems.
The Power of Touch lodges: Yoga Adjustments
The power of touch lodges in our bodies and brainpower right since our birth.
4 min read5 Essential Items for the Traveling Yogi
If you are about to join a Yoga Teacher Training in Thailand or another exotic destination, a retreat, or visiting a shala abroad, you’ll probably spend some time compiling a packing list as long as your arm trying to figure out what necessities you’ll need for your trip.
A Journey From The Internal Soul To Eternal Soul
A Journey From The Internal Soul To Eternal Soul.
Yoga Course with Things to do in Goa
The course of Yoga training teachers includes 200 hours of theory and practice of yoga under the strict guidance of high-class specialists in philosophy, external and internal practices of yoga, anatomy, teaching methodology and psychology.
Do you want to become a yoga Instructor?
After many years of receiving classes in a gymnasium or a yoga center, perhaps you have considered making the leap from student to teacher, as happened to me .
90 Days Review : Being a Yoga Teacher
when we talk about our time of existence, 30 days are really nothing. Only a small fraction in the great phenomenon that is our life.
