Kundalini is the creative potential in all of us that is waiting to be awakened. Like other yoga classes, a Kundalini class challenges you in the studio to better enable you to face the challenges in your life off the mat, but a Kundalini class may include breathwork, mudras, mantras, and postures that you may never do in any other yoga class.
What are the benefits?
Increased mental clarity. Elevated energy level. Boosted Immune System. Experience your creative potential. Generate prosperity. Calm nerves. Manage Stress.
How is it different from other types of yoga?
It is known as the "Mother Yoga", as it contains all aspects of yoga, including: postures, breath, mantra, meditation, and relaxation. In Kundalini Yoga all kriyas and meditations have been time tested by ancient yogis - the teacher is not making it up on their own!There are over 5,000 kriyas and over 8,000 meditations so you may never have the same class twice!
Why does my teacher wear white, and why do they cover their head?
White contains all colors and causes the aura or the energy body that surrounds us to expand by 8 feet, so in each class, you will notice your teacher typically wears white. Kundalini yoga teachers also something on their head to protect the 7th chakra or energy center at the crown of the head. Most of you know that by covering your head in the cold you trap the heat from escaping out of your head, and this is a similar concept.
What should I expect from a kundalini yoga class?
Come prepared for a class of movement, chanting, breathing and meditation. Classes can be anywhere from soothing and relaxing, to vigorous and energizing - you will never have the same class twice!
Do I have to be experienced to take a Kundalini class?
No previous yoga experience necessary, beginners are welcome in any class.You do not have to be a pretzel; you can experience the benefits if you at least lean in the right direction.Kundalini Yoga is for everyone who wants the skills to cope successfully with the challenges of living in this day and age!