Yoga

The literal translation of Yoga is "union." Through the practice of Yoga, one desires to unite the individual self with the Absolute (pure consciousness). There are many different paths one may choose to achieve this, including: Raja Yoga (the yoga of the mind and meditation); Jnana Yoga (the yoga of the intellect); Karma Yoga (the yoga of service and selfless action); and Bhakti Yoga (the yoga of devotional love).

Hatha Yoga, which joins breath with movement, is another such path. Astanga, Bikram, Iyengar, Jivamukti, and Kripalu Yoga are all styles of Hatha Yoga.

Integrative Yoga Therapy (IYT) is a unique approach that is primarily based in Hatha Yoga, but draws from a variety of Yoga paths and styles to create a safe environment for their students. The IYT method teaches that the body-mind-spirit connection will help students gain a deeper understanding of their overall mental and physical wellness.