What is Yoga?

Yoga is a 5,000 year old way of life that is described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali as ideas on how we treat ourselves, the way we treat others, breathing exercises, meditation, sense withdrawal, concentration of the mind, the illuminated state and the physical practice of postures. These are known of the 8 limbs of Yoga. Here in the West, Yoga is thought of as the asana or the physical practice of yoga postures or exercises. The Yoga practice combines all of the above to give the individual a full body workout from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. For simplicity sake we will continue to call the physical practice Yoga.

Why Yoga?

Yoga is the most studied and written about physical exercise in the world. Why? No other form of exercises does as much for the mind, body and spirit. The yoga practice is easy to take up, there are no need for expensive equipment or the knowledge on how to use it. An individual is guided through these exercises by a qualified instructor. To get started all a person needs is a matt and comfortable clothes that one can move in. Yoga practice encompasses postures that not only exercise the outside muscle system but also the internal organs and glands. Some of the key elements of a Yoga practice are: (read more)

Why the Yoga Shala Idaho?

The Yoga Shala has been established to give the individual the true yoga experience. We offer the space to explore all of the wonders of yoga. A space where the individual can explore their yoga practice away from prying eyes and without being disturbed. Upon your first class you will find teachers and staff that care for you as an individual, we know your name and are here to help you along through your journey into Yoga. (read more)

 

The Yoga Shala is a family owned and operated studio