Annette Loudon taught Yoga to people with physical disabilities for many years. Her account of her DARTS class is inspiring and deeply touching
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Core Concerns in Teaching Yoga by Judith Hanson Lasater
Internationally acclaimed Yoga teacher, Judith Hanson Lasater, describes what she feels are the most important guidelines for Yoga teachers.
Chakra Balancing Relaxation by Annette Loudon
Annette Loudon shares a relaxation to purify the chakras – chakra shuddhi. This practice is aimed at balancing and purifying the chakras, which results in a smoother flow of the life force, prana, through the chakras. The physical benefits include calming effect on the nervous system, increased awareness, energy, and concentration and reduced mental tension.
Bridging Worlds in the Therapeutic Relationship – Interview of Sal Flynn by Brook McCarthy
Sal Flynn bridges two worlds. As a counsellor trained in the Western tradition, she uses yogic understanding and mindfulness practices to support her clients, as well as supporting her own self-care.
Breath Of Life by Michael de Manincor
Yoga therapist and psychologist, Michael de Manincor, writes about the benefits of being conscious about how we breathe
Breath of God.
Judith Lasater explains breathing practices known as pranayama. She describes the benefits as well as the physiology of pranayama.
Medicinal properties of Brahmi Bacopa monniera
Caroline Robertson and Rama Prasad outline the medicinal properties of the herb Brahmi, which is extensively used in Ayurveda and touted as a brain booster
Blissful Body Therapies – Ayurvedic natural healing by Caroline Robertson
Ayurvedic practitioner and Naturopathic Doctor, Caroline Robertson, describes some Ayurvedic body work therapies and their benefits.
Beginning to See Beyond the Mat by Judith Lasater
Judith Lasater tells the story of her life long love affair with yoga and her elusive search for samadhi (bliss)
Ayurvedic Kitchen Herbs and Remedies by Dr Shaun Matthews
Ayurvedic practitioner, Dr. Shaun Matthews gives tips on simple kitchen remedies for common digestive and respiratory ailments.