What is Acu-Yoga?
Acu-Yoga is combination of knowledge of acupuncture/acupressure and yoga where medically and scientifically modified asanas, pranayam, meditation, special relaxation techniques are advised so as to regulate the vital energy flow in the energy meridian of the affected organ. The concept behind this system is it treats the body as a whole-at Physical, Mental (emotional) and Psychic (spiritual) level and not only the disease.
Acu-yoga is a combination of acupressure and yoga. Both acupressure and yoga have the same goal — to relax and achieve a better balance of life energy. Since they both have the same goal, but achieve this goal in different ways (acupressure does so by pressure points that directly correlate to life energy pathways within the body, and yoga does so by focusing on breath control while maintaining certain postures), by combining the two it’s possible to achieve the ultimate balance of life energy. Acu-yoga consists of certain yoga poses that put pressure or other stimulation on acupressure points all over the body. The patient uses their body, instead of just the hands, to manipulate the points, creating a stronger effect. History Acu-yoga was created in the 1970’s. It was formed by Michael Reed Gach (founder and director of the Acupressure Institute in Berkeley, CA) who had been teaching Acupressure and yoga for years. He realized that if he combined the two, it would create one of the b
A soothing, nurturing experience! Acu-Yoga is a gentle system of exercises blending two ancient healing practices…yoga and acupressure. Yoga balances our body-mind connection using yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Acupressure balances our body’s vital life forces by directly manipulating body energy through a system of points and meridians. Each Acu-Yoga posture and movement presses and stretches muscles, nerves, and acupressure points, releasing tension so energy can circulate freely, helping the body heal itself. What are the benefits? Acu-Yoga increases flexibility in the muscles, joints, and soft tissues. It balances the energy system and the chakras, while enhancing all the systems of the body. Acu-Yoga can relieve pain, illness, and other physical imbalances. It can also ease stress and emotional trauma, leaving you feeling calm, balanced, and refreshed. What do I wear? Acu-Yoga is performed on a yoga mat in comfortable clothing you can move in. Mat and prop
Acu-Yoga is a combination of two types of alternative medicine — acupressure and yoga. Combining the breathing techniques and poses of yoga with the pressure point stimulation of acupressure, acu-yoga can relieve tension and stress and lead to increased relaxation and improved energy flow. The system was developed in the 1970s by Michael Reed Gach and is believed to also help promote a healthy balance of life energy, or chi. Other uses for acu-yoga include pain relief and improved circulation. Acu-yoga, like acupressure, uses the premise of meridians in the body. Devotees of the discipline believe that energy flows through a series of meridians, or vertical pathways, in the body. When tension builds up, it collects in certain areas of the body and blocks the flow of chi, or life force energy. This blockage is said to potentially result in a variety of ailments, both physical and emotional. Releasing the blockage results in increased energy flow, and decreased symptoms of stress. One ar
A soothing, nurturing experience. Acu-Yoga is a gentle system of exercises blending two ancient healing practices…yoga and acupressure. Yoga balances our body-mind connection using yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Acupressure balances our body’s vital life forces by directly manipulating body energy through a system of points and meridians. Each Acu-Yoga posture and movement presses and stretches muscles, nerves, and acupressure points, releasing tension so energy can circulate freely, helping the body heal itself. What are the benefits? Acu-Yoga increases flexibility in the muscles, joints, and soft tissues. It balances the energy system and the chakras, while enhancing all the systems of the body. Acu-Yoga can relieve pain, illness, and other physical imbalances. It can also ease stress and emotional trauma, leaving you feeling calm, balanced, and refreshed. What do I wear? Acu-Yoga is performed on a yoga mat in comfortable clothing you can move in. Mat and prop
