“Competition is the foundation for all democratic societies. For without ‘Competition’, there is no democracy.” Bikram Choudhury

The 5th International Yoga Asana Championships will be taking place this coming week at the LAX Westin Hotel. Participants from around the world will gather to demonstrate a series of compulsory asanas and two personally selected by the participant all within 3 minutes.  The adult division are required to present the asanas: Standing-Head-to-Knee, Standing Bow Pulling Pose, Bow Pose, Rabbit Pose, Stretching Pose which all come from the work of Patanjali. The Youth Division is required to present four asanas with an additional two of their choosing. (more…)

The International Association of Black Yoga Teachers is a membership based organization that provides access to the practice of yoga with a pointed interest in serving the  African Diaspora as well as other communities. In recent years their dedication has taken them to supporting the efforts of local yoga practioners in Ghana.

In Spring 2008 the organization, lead by Krishna Kaur will be returning to Ghana to work with the men and women who are committed to becoming yoga teachers for their communities.  (more…)

In this month’s issue of Yoga Journal, there was a thoughtful article entitled “10 Tools for Creating Your Happiest Life.” In this article it covers areas such as “Plug in to your spiritual self, get energized about your future, let go of the old and honor your physical self.” This last one seems to parallel closely with our yoga practice. (more…)

Extraordinary people are ones that don’t hesitate in their actions when they realize one simple act can benefit a whole community. Such was the selfless act of Mangala Sarda, yoga instructor, who created a Braille book on yoga for the visually impaired communities in India.

As a teacher of the National Association of the Blind she devoted 10 years to teaching students. It was from this experience that she understood that to provide the asanas in a “simple and basic” way would be the most effective for those wishing to begin a yoga practice. (more…)

It is that time of the year again and Yoga Journal is in full force with their next set of conferences.  For the 5th Annual Yoga Journal event in San Francisco January 18-21, they have described the event as “…a day seeking your innermost ‘center of excellence’ or the link between spiritual and social activism..” (more…)

Sometimes we find the most helpful information in some of the most unusual spots. This week we came across a post all about yoga teachers and classes in Tucson, Arizona on the Arizona Night Buzz online site. Typically they are covering the hotspots in the city from clubs to video and restaurants. I found it to be a good article for anyone looking for basic information as well as specific locations of several yoga studios in the Tucson area. (more…)

“I never would have thought 15 years ago that I would have developed a sense of purpose around service the way that I have,” she says. “And it took me many years of yoga and guidance to help direct me into that part of my passion today.”
Seane Corn

This is a quote from the Los Angeles Times article “Seane Corn”A World Beyond Yoga” I think many of us who are experiencing both the physical and spiritual benefits of yoga may be able to relate to this very easily.

It’s safe to say that each of us has at one time or another volunteered for a good cause or charity, but how often have we been inspired to make that act an ongoing effort? And, yes it is not everyone’s calling to make this kind of contribution on a regular basis. (more…)

One of our favorite resources is the Shambala Sun magazine. As we continue to feel the promise and excitement of a new year it is vital that we gather as many nurturing and supportive tools as we can. And the January issue of Shambala Sun has a wealth of thoughtful resources.

An insightful piece entitled “More Than Just a Body” is an interview with Rodney Yee that offers us a brief yet intimate insight into his personal practice. In it he discusses meditation, the popularity of yoga, the perceived lack of men practicing yoga and some sage advise for beginners. (more…)

We at YogaHub wish to take a moment to offer Thanks and Appreciation to all of our YogaHub readers, and community for their insightful words, and generous support of our site. Also, an additional Thanks to the staff of writers, researchers, teachers and advisers of YogaHub for their dedication and good work throughout the year.

It has been an exciting opportunity to share with you our passion and commitment to providing the yoga community with inspirational resources and information that “revolve around you.” And we look forward to extending ourselves even further in order to be of value and support to your evolving yoga practice. (more…)

Looking for unique ways to begin your New Year? We have recently updated our calendar with the following events that are sure to clarify and rejuvenate your personal and yoga goals for 2008. (more…)