The Essence of Yoga Yoga is a scientific exploration of the inner self that eventually brings about a metamorphosis in the seeker and leads to self realization. The true essence of Yoga revolves around elevating the life force or ‘Kundalini’ at the base of the spine. Yoga is a leading light for a practitioner into gaining mastery over the self, and comprehending the purpose of birth. To quote the Bhagavad-Gita, “A person is said to have achieved yoga, the union with the Self, when the perfectly disciplined mind gets freedom from all desires, and becomes absorbed in the Self alone” Importance Of Doing Yoga Yoga is a scientific exploration of the inner self that eventually brings about a metamorphosis in the seeker and leads to self realization. The true essence of Yoga revolves around elevating the life force or ‘Kundalini’ at the base of the spine. Yoga is a leading light for a practitioner into gaining mastery over the self, and comprehending the purpose of birth. As man is a physical, mental and spiritual being, yoga helps to promote a balanced development of all the three stated above. Physical exercises, aerobics and other forms of exercises assure welfare only to the physical body. It has little to do with the development of the spiritual body or the astral body. Yogic Exercise They help to recharge the body with cosmic energy. This helps to attain perfect equilibriumAnd harmony. Yoga helps the aspirant to channelize and harness the cosmic energy for self- Healing. Consequently, it produces peace and positive feelings in the mind of the aspirant. It Rejuvenates and energizes the body. Development and healing is brought about from within. In daily life, yoga helps the person to attain a relaxed state of mind. It provides him with vitality, vigor and zest to carry out his life. All negative blocks in the mind are removed. The body is cleansed of all the impurities and toxins. Focus and concentration Personal power is enhanced by the practice of yoga. One learns to identify their own inner resources and draw upon the energy needed from their own inner sources. It helps one to increase his or her awareness, i.e. self-awareness. It helps in attention focus and concentration. Children do better in their studies, if yoga practice is inculcated into their daily routine. The whole science of yoga has one view in common-to gain health, personal power, to develop knowledge and attain peace of mind. It also reduces stress, tension in the physical body, activates the parasympathetic nervous system. We practice and teach "Hatha Yoga." The most popular form of yoga, Hatha emphasizes health and well-being through breathing exercises, special postures (called Asanas), and concentration.