EXAM - Styles of yoga

Question 1

Vinyasa

Answer 1

flowing, dynamic practice

aim = strenghten, stretch and detoxify the body to create wellbeing

Question 2

Ashtanga

Answer 2

six set series of postures & pranayama, counting the breath

aim = liberation via the 8 limb path

Question 3

Viniyoga

Answer 3

individualized practice with modifications

aim = personalized to accommodate the needs of student

Question 4

Anusara

Answer 4

emphasis on the Universal Principles of Alignment, intention to align with the divine

aim = express yourself to your fullest ability

Question 5

Jivamukti

Answer 5

theme-based practice, intellectual development, vegan diet, activism

aim = liberation through compassion for all beings

Question 6

Prana flow

Answer 6

energetic and creative, music, visual arts

aim = direct experience of prana (life force)

Question 7

Sivananda

Answer 7

holistic approach to hatha yoga, relaxation & action

aim = yogic lifestyle

Question 8

Power yoga

Answer 8

quick but dynamic movements

aim = active & athletic

Question 9

Iyengar

Answer 9

emphasis on detail, precision and alignment

aim = reorganize and align the physical body in orde to align the spiritual and mental body

Question 10

Bikram

Answer 10

fixed series of 26 postures

aim = increase strength and flexibility

Question 11

Kundalini

Answer 11

focus on the breath, use of kriyas, mantras and mudras

aim = eradicate the ego and liberate the coil of healing energy at the base of the spine

Question 12

Restorative

Answer 12

holding poses for a long time, identifying how and where we hold tension and consciously releasing it

aim = deep relaxation

Question 13

Yin Yoga

Answer 13

passive approach, relaxing muscles, stretching fascia tissues, postured held extended periods of time

aim =stimulate the ligaments and fascia in order to be healthy and supple

Question 14

Yoga Nidra

Answer 14

Yogix sleep

aim = promote deepest possible states of relaxation