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Yoga Philosophy Part III: Reincarnation vs. Rebirth

Yoga Philosophy Part III: Reincarnation vs. Rebirth

Reincarnation or Rebirth? "I don't really understand that process called reincarnation but if there is such a thing I'd like to come back as my daughter's dog." Leonard Cohen   People often confuse the terms reincarnation and rebirth. It depends on the school and philosophy, whether we are talking from the Buddhist or Hindu perspective. The main [...]
Yoga Philosophy Part II: Living Past Suffering

Yoga Philosophy Part II: Living Past Suffering

Learning to swim in the ocean of Samsara "A yogi should always show compassion towards those who are suffering." Mans Broo   There is a natural tendency for the mind to understand things through dualism. To see that things are either good or bad, beautiful or ugly, light or dark. In fact, it is only [...]
Surya Namaskar B Explained in Detail – Sun Salute B

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

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 [...]
12 Reasons to do a Doron Yoga Teacher Training Program

12 Reasons to do a Doron Yoga Teacher Training Program

12 Reasons Train at Doron Yoga & Zen Center The reasons to embark on your yoga teacher training journey are limitless! From our 200-hour yoga teacher training and beyond, here are just a few details about what makes training at Doron Yoga & Zen Center so unique.   12. Double Major in Ashtanga-Vinyasa The Doron [...]
How to do Parsvottonasana – The Pyramid Pose

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?

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.   [...]