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Astanka Yoga Mandir

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The Ardhanarishvara represents a constructive and generative power.

“vAk arthA viva samprakthau vAkartha pprathipathayae jagatha: pithrau vandhe parvathi parameshwarau “
From time immemorial the man-woman relationship has always dominated the very fabric of civilization. Whether it is the western theory of creation, that of Adam and Eve, or the Indian concept of Purusha and Prakriti, the very core of civilization stems from the concept of the union of the male and the female.

Shiva and Shakthi are compared to gold and gold ornaments; they are the same; Shiva is hypostasis and when this force fuses with Shakthi results in a multitude of manifestations.

Partner yoga is the latest trend in yoga practice. In a traditional yoga class, you practice the different yoga poses or asanas and focus on your own breath and alignment whereas in partner yoga (or group yoga), two or more people perform different poses but incorporate another person’s presence to go deeper into a pose. A typical partner yoga sequences is totally unlike partner-assisted yoga where one person performs the pose and the other stands by and assists.

This is more of an interdependent partnership, and partner yoga benefits both people at the same time. Since there is no particular giver or receiver in partner yoga, it makes it an ideal yoga practice to help people tackle issues such as trust, dependency, emotional conflicts and lack of communication. Ideally practiced with a life-partner, a close friend,amily member, partner yoga for beginners or seasoned yogis can be a wonderful way to introduce touch, humor, play and consciousness into any relationship.

When practicing partner yoga (much like any other yoga class) always dress comfortably, make sure the room is well heated and ventilated and be conscious of your breath throughout the session. If you practice any pose on one side, make sure you repeat the same pose on the other side before moving on.

Partner Yoga Benefits

These yoga poses can be done anywhere with no need for special equipment.

Partner yoga allows you to make the most of each asana by opening up your body more deeply than when practicing yoga alone.

Partner yoga also helps improve alignment and balance.

The poses in partner yoga increases concentration and alertness.

It helps build trust and also understanding between partners

These poses help in teaching partners the concept of total surrender and helps deal with emotional issues such as security and attachment.

It increases creativity of both partners.

It increases feelings of awareness and compassion between partners.

Allows a partner to see things from a different perspective.

Has all the health benefits of a normal yoga practice such as improves fitness and stamina levels, calms the mind, and creates a spiritual connection with the world around.

Teaches both partners to relax and enjoy the moment. Partner yoga can be a happy humorous type of yoga that helps relieve stress and tension.

Teaches both partners how to deal with challenges and work as a team.

It is important to have a trained and certified yoga professional to help you with the poses of Partner Yoga. This will help in drawing out the maximum benefits from the pose without worrying about any side effects such as injuries.