Sun & Moon Salutation Yoga Sequences

Embark on a yogic journey to a deeper understanding of Surya Namaskar (sun salutation) and Chandra Namaskar (moon salutation).

This slow and thorough lesson begins seated with attention on the breath, gradually building to movement of the eyeballs and facial muscles. Once this foundation of awareness is in place we then move to the yoga mat for the traditional asanas.

Jyoti expounds the ancient wisdom behind these practices, explaining how the 12 asanas of the sun saluation relate to the 12 solar phases of the year and the 14 asanas relate to the 14 lunar phases. We learn how the sun and moon affect our breathing, with the sun influencing our right nostril, and the moon influencing the left. Understand the correct way to practice these sacred yogic prayers, and the different purposes of each; the sun salutation practiced in the morning to connect with the energy of the sun, boost circulation and energise the solar plexus, the moon salutation to be practiced in the evening, ideally with an empty stomach, to connect with the cooling and relaxing lunar energy and to draw attention inwards.

Jyoti is a qualified Yoga & Pranayama teacher with more than 12 years of teaching experience in all types of Yogic modalities. She aims to bring a unique sense of empowerment during each of her classes, through use of intentions, basic to advanced asanas, Pranayama, internal body organ cleansing exercises (Shudhi Kriyas), meditation and all the Bandhas (energy locks).

Jyoti feels blessed to have been personally trained in Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Pranayama by renowned Yoga Guru, O.P. Tiwari from Kaivalyadhama, India. Since an early age, Jyoti has expressed a keen interest in Yogic philosophies. This enthusiasm led her to study Yoga Sutras (original Yogic textbooks) to increase her knowledge and understanding of all types of Yoga, including Traditional Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Therapeutic Yoga and breathing practices.

Jyoti’s teaching style encourages clearer thoughts and greater meaning for Yoga in each individual. She applies her knowledge and skills to address a wide range of physical imbalances ranging from chronic pains, cervical, postural and joint stiffness, arthritis, sleep disorders, fluid retention and more. Jyoti also strives to live a yogic lifestyle and to lead each class in a way that reflects the same.