Modern Vinyasa Yoga

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Modern Vinyasa Yoga emerged from Classical Hatha Yoga and Classical Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Although the postures have their roots in these ancient practices many different kinds of formats have emerged. Some Vinyasa classes are taught with “one-breath, one-movement” while other hatha yoga classes hold the postures for three to five minutes. Some yoga styles emphasize alignment while others emphasize free flow.

Choosing which style to practice on a given day depends upon your individual dosha (psycho-physical constitution) as well as any imbalances present. Although some Vinyasa flows can be constructed so that all doshas can be accommodated, most are not. Regular practice of a hatha yoga flow that is contrary to the needs of your dosha only leads to imbalances and possible injuries. This is where Yoga Therapy has emerged as a modality that bridges the gap between all of the styles of yoga and their therapeutic benefits.

If Hatha yoga is to be utilized as a means to purify the body in order to make the physical body a fit vehicle to carry the spirit of consciousness within, then an understanding of your prakruti and vikruti is vital and the correct asana practice for your dosha essential.

Mission Statement: "Yoga Therapy of Michigan integrates the ancient wisdom of Classical Yoga, Hatha Yoga and Ayurveda, to facilitate the continuum of self healing from dis-harmony to vitality by serving both the individual and the professional, through guidance, practice and education."

Yoga Therapy of Michigan is easily accessed from West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Wixom, Brighton, Birmingham, Southfield, Oak Park, Commerce Twp., Novi, Farmington Hills, Farmington, Beverley Hills, Berkley, Royal Oak, and other locations in Oakland Country, Wayne County, and Livingston County.