Hatha Yoga
The foundation of most modern yoga practices. Combines work with the body, breath, and attention. Can be calm or active, gentle or more intense. It all depends on the goal of the session and the teacher.
Many practices at SYSTOLA are based on Hatha Yoga.
Vinyasa
A type of Hatha Yoga with smooth and dynamic transitions between asanas in the rhythm of the breath. Movements connect into a continuous flow, maintaining attention to breathing and sensations.
Yin Yoga
A modification of Hatha Yoga, distinguished by long holdings of positions and a calm pace. Suitable for deep relaxation and gentle work with the body. For when you don’t have the strength for an active practice but still want to practice.
Iyengar Yoga
A type of Hatha Yoga with an emphasis on precision in performing asanas and attention to detail. Additional supports and props are often used (blocks, straps, chairs, walls).
Yoga 23
A structured practice system based on Hatha Yoga with a clear rhythm, sequence, and attention to breathing. Active, deep work with the body. Static holding of positions (asanas) strengthens and works the entire body.
FYSM
A modern authorial method based on Hatha Yoga, combining work with strength, mobility, coordination, and attention to the quality of movement. Consists of clear algorithms, combining static and dynamic elements. A good alternative to the gym.
Kundalini Yoga
A practice that can combine movement, breathing, meditation, and mantras. In this tradition, attention is given to the energy channels of the body.
Kundalini Meditation
A practice aimed at awakening energy and its smooth rise. Combines dynamic movements, breathing techniques, mantra chanting, and meditative concentration.
Pranayama
Breathing techniques for working with attention and state. Connects the physical body and mind, helping to relieve stress, improve concentration, saturate the body with oxygen, and cleanse energy channels.
Meditation
A practice of attention, presence, and inner observation. Helps cope with stress and shift attention from everyday worries to observing the moment here and now.
Face yoga
A complex of exercises and massage techniques aimed at relaxing overstrained muscles and toning weakened muscles of the face, neck, and shoulders. Prevents premature aging.
Dance Yoga
A modification of Hatha Yoga combining asanas, rhythm, and free movement into dance. Helps release emotional tensions through free movement.
Gentle Hatha Yoga
A careful practice with a measured pace, longer holding of asanas, and attention to breathing. Smooth movements, gentle twists and bends.
Energizing Hatha Yoga
An active practice for starting the day and boosting energy. Dynamic asanas, transitions, and work with balances. Accelerates blood circulation and gives a powerful charge of energy without caffeine.
Evening Hatha
A careful, slow, calm practice for ending the day. Emphasis on stretching muscles, releasing tension in the hip joints, legs, lower back, and shoulder blade area. Many asanas in seated and lying positions.
Hatha for a Healthy Back
A practice with an emphasis on comfortable movement, posture, and mobility of the whole body. Strengthens the muscles of the back, core, and legs. Relieves tightness in the shoulder blades, shoulders, and neck. It is not a therapeutic program and does not replace a doctor’s consultation.
Feel-Good Hatha Yoga
A balance practice to the count. Begins with breath attunement and gentle awakening of the body. Consists of a series of asanas for strength, flexibility, and mobility. Static and dynamic, relaxation and tension. Ends with deep relaxation in a lying position (shavasana).
