What is Hatha Yoga Devanand?

Hatha Yoga can boost our health, can help toBody-Mind Exercises (Pre-Asanas) - 6 months to 1
overcome diseases same as preventing them. Yogayear
asanas which are physical postures can easilyBasic concentration, relaxation, mind-body balance and
overcome serious ailments and illness such as Acidity,breathing techniques. Understanding of the benefits and
Arthritis, Asthma, Back Pain, Cold, Constipation, Coryza,contraindications of each of the 14 exercises that
Cough, Frigidity or Sterility, Diabetes, Gastritis, gout,make up this level. Orientation aimed at the prevention
insomnia, kidney problems, liver disorders, mentalof disease to obtain an optimum level of health through
tension, nervous debility, nervous tension, obesity andeach exercise.
so on.To obtain better results it is necessary to follow the
Hatha Yoga Devanand is a discipline designed todirections of the Hatha Yoga Devanand instructor
obtain the highest level of training throughdiligently in this, as well as in the other levels.
psycho-physical exercises, breathing, concentration,SECOND LEVEL
visualization, relaxation, asanas (fixed postures) and aBasic and Intermediate Asanas - Minimum of 2 years
balanced diet. This discipline has a direct positive effectThe student acquires greater mind-body control and
on the functioning of the cardiopulmonary andbalance, a higher level of flexibility, resistance, breathing
cardiovascular systems, muscle strength, resistance,capacity, relaxation and discipline. This level consists of
flexibility, agility and physical composition. It is a system50 asanas that help to detoxify and purify the nadis
of complete detoxification and purification.(energy channels) and the blood, regulating the
Designed by the Great Yogi Sage Swami Gurufunctioning of the endocrine glands.
Devanand Saraswati Ji Maharaj, its main purpose is toFor this level it is necessary to follow a natural and
give the individual the opportunity to obtain and maintainbalanced diet, breathing control and mental training
a healthy mind and body. This program is regarded asthrough Mantra Yoga Meditation, in addition to a
one of the best physical training disciplines to assist incomplete mastery of the First Level of Pre-asanas.
the treatment of illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis,THIRD LEVEL
tuberculosis, diabetes, obesity, headaches and manyAdvanced Asanas - 3 to 5 years
other symptoms and conditions. In addition to theseAdvanced mind-body control. Increase in the levels of
advantages, our program is very useful in fightingflexibility, resistance, breathing capacity, relaxation and
infectious diseases such as AIDS, since it improves thephysical detoxification. This level concentrates on
overall functioning of the immune system.asanas considered by Swami Guru Devanand as the
Although the practice of Hatha Yoga has becomemost important. When the students follow the
very popular in the United States and the world, it isinstructions of the Hatha Yoga Instructor faithfully, they
important to note that Hatha Yoga should be practicedwill obtain true peace, love and harmony, thus filling their
under the direct supervision of an experienced andlife with happiness.
certified instructor. We do not suggest you to followNote: None of the information on the Hatha Yoga
any online yoga course or DVD. The practice ofDevanand Program is to be considered as medical
advanced postures (asanas) without prior preparationadvice. The benefits attributed to the practice of Yoga
might affect the functioning of the nervous system,have been documented throughout time, are based on
resulting in physical and mental traumas.a direct personal experience, and come from
The Hatha Yoga Devanand program designed bycenturies-old traditions. Results will vary with individuals.
Swami Guru Devanand consists of three levels:Consult your doctor before beginning this or any other
FIRST LEVELexercise program.