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Yoga in Britain: Stretching Spirituality and Educating Yogis by Suzanne Newcombe charts the course of yoga’s propagation within the cultural landscape of twentieth-century Britain.
After a year off, Yoga for Peace Day returns once again this autumn. Yoga for Peace is a community fundraising event that celebrates peace..
I have just returned from a lovely weekend away with my family at this year’s World Yoga Festival held at Beale Park, near Reading, UK.
Whilst this post may not lead you directly towards samadhi or enlightenment, it may however save you a few quid when you come to purchase a new mat.
A longer version of the classic haṭhayoga manual is now available in English and includes chapters on a variety of subjects..
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James is a yoga teacher-trainer and PhD candidate. He holds a Master's degree in Traditions of Yoga & Meditation from SOAS, University of London.
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