Limbs and Yamas
What is the Prynayama?
Breath control
What does the Sanskrit word "Asana" mean?
Pose or seat
What is the pose called for Savasana?
Corpse pose
This flow style of Yoga focuses on matching the breath to the movements
Vinyasa
Where did Yoga originate from?
India
What is Ahimsa?
Non-violence
What is the term for the "energy centers" in the body?
Chakra
This pose is named after a snake and involves arching your back while laying on your belly.
Cobra pose
This slow pace style involves holding seated poses for 3-5 minutes to target deep tissues and joints.
Yin Yoga
What salutation is often used to warm up at the start of class?
Sun salutation
What is Satya?
Truthfulness
How many main chakras are recognized in the human body?
Seven
In what pose does your body form a triangle shape as one hand reaches for your ankle and the other for the sky?
Triangle Pose
Founded by B.K.S (____), this style uses blocks, straps and chairs to get perfect alignment
Iyengar Yoga
A person who practices yoga is called what?
Yogi
What is the Yama for Non-Stealing?
Asteya
What does the word "yoga" mean?
To join or unite
What is the most famous yoga pose in which your body forms an inverted "V" shape?
Downward-facing dog
What type is practice in a heated environment?
Hot Yoga
This modern variation of Yoga involves practicing poses along side canine companions
Doga
What is the 1st Limb?
Yama
What is the primary focus of Hatha Yoga?
Balancing the body and mind through postures and breathing.
What is the common name for the pose "Vrikshasana"
Tree pose
Which style uses blankets and bolsters to fully support the body so you can relax.
Restorative Yoga
This is the date of International Day of Yoga (Hint its in June)
June 21st