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Popular in the West since the mid-20th century, yoga is now widely practiced in France as a physical discipline that promotes mental and physical well-being. But when you look at a yoga studio’s schedule, newbies can feel anxious. Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar… Many different practices are hidden under these names. Harem pants or leggings? Immobility or movement? Control or let go? Depending on your desires and your temperament, you will not find what you are looking for everywhere; therefore, it is better to understand the nuances of each type of yoga before starting.
Astanga yoga
Highly coded, asthanga yoga is very physically demanding. It is based on six different sequences, quite sporty, which go from the easiest to the hardest.
Who is it for? Initiates who want to go further in discovering their body and mind.
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Hatha yoga
It is the most traditional. “All other practices come from hatha yoga,” explains yoga teacher Elodie Jean. It consists of a sequence of postures aimed at balancing the body and mind and stopping mental fluctuations. A bit like the yin and yang of Taoism, the term hatha combines “ha” which means the sun, a warm energy, and “tha” which symbolizes the moon, a cold energy. The postures are connected to each other, known sun salutations or not, and are held long enough for their effects to permeate.
Who is it for? Accessible to beginners, it allows you to fully approach yoga.
Vinyasa yoga
It is more athletic, more dynamic, even choreographed yoga. often during the music the postures follow each other and are synchronized with the rhythm of breathing. We activate the entire body more intensely than other yogas. In short, it’s the yoga of movement flow.
Who is it for? Those who want to move and clear their heads. “Vinyasa allows you to transfer energy even when you have trouble staying still,” notes Elodie Jean.
Iyengar Yoga
This is postural yoga, close to hatha, with very strict body postures. Attention is paid to alignment and accuracy, and special equipment is used to help maintain positions: bricks, chairs, straps.
Who is it for? Those who like discipline and want to work in depth. “It’s a great supplement for athletes,” adds Elodie Jean. It allows you to be aware of every part of your anatomy.”
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Yin yoga
It is also called restorative yoga, or restorative yoga. No pretense, we’re here in the spirit of cocooning and relaxation, slow postures and long, drawn-out breaths. “Yin yoga helps calm the nervous system and calm the mind,” explains Elodie Jean.
Who is it for? Those who want a bubble of calm and softness in an atmosphere of intense relaxation.
Source: Le Figaro
