At Living Yoga, most of our classes are rooted in yoga practices that developed in South Asia, known for their rich traditions of asana, pranayama, and meditation. But did you know that many other cultures around the world have also developed similar practices?  

For example, in the Himalayas, Tibetan yoga — also called Trul Khor — integrates breath control, meditation, and movement to purify the mind and body, often practiced in tandem with Buddhist spiritual teachings.

In Africa, Kemetic yoga, based on ancient Egyptian postures, emphasizes slow, controlled movements that mirror hieroglyphic depictions of the human body. It promotes physical strength, spiritual alignment, and deep mental clarity.

In North America, some Native American tribes have incorporated ceremonial movement practices into their spiritual traditions. These often involve dance, breathwork, and mindful connection with nature, aiming to balance the physical, mental, and spiritual realms.

And finally, in Mexico, Quin or Toltec and Mayan yoga, focuses on conscious dreaming, specific postures, and breathwork to help practitioners manifest their potential and desired life. Rooted in ancient teachings, it combines movement with deep inner reflection and dreamwork.

If you’re interested in learning more about Quin yoga practices, then don’t forget to sign up for our special workshop with Jacques Burgering.  

Jacques — a frequent guest instructor at Living Yoga prior to the pandemic — is an intuitive healer who has studied with shamans in Central and South America. He has been blessed by his teachers to share the knowledge he has gained from them. 

While these practices differ in approach, they all emphasize harmony within oneself and with the natural world. They promote interconnectedness, community, and a deep reverence for nature, offering an alternative worldview to the individualistic focus common in the West.