History of yoga

Yoga is an ancient science and practice, which originated in India over 5000 years ago to address physical, mental and spiritual development.

At least 4,000 years ago (possibly much longer), the early yogis in Northern India drew on their deep experiences + formulated practices for man to achieve + maintain a state of balanced existence. Although the Sanskrit word yoga is commonly interpreted as ‘union', it's primary meaning has been that of practices for the cultivation of the highest awareness at all levels of the human being. There are many ways to practice yoga including meditation, study, self enquiry, chanting + hatha yoga.