What are the benefits of yoga & what can it do for you? Yoga will teach you to use your body, breath & mind in ways that benefit and value you most, bringing harmony and clarity to your life both physically and mentally. Proper Exercise - Physical postures will help you maintain a healthy system both internally and externally. You will become more 'body aware' helping you achieve your physical goals. Proper Breathing - Revitalises the body and teaches you to relax through control of breath, helping you manage the everyday stresses of life. Proper Relaxation - Natures way of re-charging your body both physically and mentally. Positive Thinking - Focusing and quietening the mind promotes mental power, clarity of thought and the ability to concentrate. Proper Diet - A balanced food intake will give you the energy to function more efficiently. These principles were developed by 'Vishnu Devananda' a master of Hatha Yoga and a student of 'Swami Sivananda'. Vishnu spent his life closely observing our Western culture and through his own experience simplified the wisdom of yoga to suit the specific demands of our Western society.