Anusara Yoga

What is Anusara Yoga? Anusara Yoga was created in 1997 by John Friend. It is a powerful Hatha Yoga practice mixed with a Tantric philosophy that is symbolized by a celebration of the heart. This new school emphasizes a set of … continue

Philosophy The Anusara Yoga philosophy is Tantric in nature. The manifest Universe that is preceived through our senses and mind is seen as a manifestation of the Divine, that is pure bliss. Everything is supreme consciousness … continue

John Friend Founder of Anusara Yoga, John Friend began practicing yoga at the age of thirteen. From a very young age, he began visiting India and spending time with different yoga teachers. … continue

Practice The principal intention of practicing Anusara Yoga is to align with the flow of Grace, to awaken to the truth that our essential nature is a part of this divine flow, and to lovingly and joyfully serve this flow. The poses in Anusara Yoga are considered … continue

The Three A’s The practice of Anusara Yoga can be categorized into three parts: Attitude, Alignment and Action.
Attitude: This term is related to Iccha Shakti, a Tantric concept defined as the power or energy of fullnes …. continue

Teaching Program As a nationally registered Yoga School (USA), Anusara Yoga offers a teacher certification program that meets the national standards for yoga teachers as set by the Yoga Alliance. … continue

Goal of Anusara Yoga Anusara Yoga teachers look for the good in each practice and in themselves and their students. They do not try to fix or correct students, but rather help them to deepen and show the beauty and divine qualities present in each pose…. continue