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From Finland to Guatemala: A Graduate’s Story
December 2, 2019

From Finland to Guatemala: A Graduate’s Story

Teacher Training - A Graduate's Story Anni has been part of the DYZC family since completing her 200-hr teacher training with Doron in Nepal in 2017. Last winter, she joined us here at Doron Yoga & Zen Center in Guatemala to complete her advanced 300-hr certification as part of our 300-hr teacher training internship program. [...]
Padmasana – The Lotus Pose
November 18, 2019

Padmasana – The Lotus Pose

Introduction to Lotus Pose Padmasana, or lotus pose, is a very famous asana indeed. Buddha, yogis, and yes, even instagramers are often depicted in this position. For many yogis, this pose is one of their biggest goals. The key to the pose is opening up the hips, and making sure not to cause any pain [...]
Loving Your Spine and Hips in Delicious Pose
August 25, 2019

Loving Your Spine and Hips in Delicious Pose

Delicious Pose This is one of the Doron's all time favorites! It's rare that we start a class at DYZC without warming up with some deliciousness. Learn about this perfect warm-up for your hips and spine. It's a variation of cat/cow pose, but more efficient for an all around safe warm up.    The perfect [...]
Surya Namaskar B Explained in Detail – Sun Salute B
June 11, 2019

Surya Namaskar B Explained in Detail – Sun Salute B

Learn how to practice Surya Namaskar B (Sun Salute B) Surya Namaskar is one of the fundamental sequences in yoga asana practice. In the video below, you'll see detailed instruction of the poses as well as a flow practice with Doron and Vanessa. In addition, you'll learn the Sanskrit count of Surya Namaskar B, its [...]
How to do Vatayanasana or Horse Pose Ashtanga
May 14, 2019

How to do Vatayanasana or Horse Pose Ashtanga

Vatayanasana - Ashtanga Intermediate Series Vatayanasana, is a pose/ asana from the intermediate ashtanga series. The name of this pose translates into English as "horse pose". This pose is a unique kind of a balancing pose, and will help to open the shoulders and hips. Please be careful practicing horse pose if you have any [...]
Are We Really Connected to Everything?
April 16, 2019

Are We Really Connected to Everything?

Understanding the Self There are times when we ask ourselves: "WHO AM I?". This is a very relevant question from a Buddhist perspective. Are we connected to each other and everything around us, if so, how?     Understanding Self in Buddhism                           [...]
How to do Parsvottonasana – The Pyramid Pose
March 26, 2019

How to do Parsvottonasana – The Pyramid Pose

Building the Pyramid Parsvottanasana, or Pyramid Pose, has many benefits.  In addition to focus and balance, it can help stretch the hamstrings, shoulders, wrists and calfs. It's also a great preparation for revolved triangle. Richard Freeman calls it the "king of poses". It is part of the ashtanga standing poses, and is practiced in every [...]
How to practice with a shoulder injury?
March 18, 2019

How to practice with a shoulder injury?

Class for Shoulder Injury During life we may get injured but it doesn’t mean that we have to skip our yoga practice. Let’s find out how it is possible to maintain a steady and well-balanced yoga asana practice for people with a shoulder injury.   Most importantly: DON’T PUT ANY WEIGHT ON YOUR SHOULDERS.   [...]
Yoga for Head and Neck Release
February 5, 2019

Yoga for Head and Neck Release

Head and Neck Release Yoga Sequence This class is perfect for head and neck therapy and release of pain, tension and stress. This is a great practice for all levels - less than 20 minutes of fun with demonstrations and detailed instructions. These type of stretches are very essential for today's hectic rhythm of life. [...]