Hatha Haven Yoga

Hatha Haven Yoga Create & sustain inner energy balance for inner harmony with simple, functional movements with breathing that integrate body, mind and spirit.

Shadow Yoga/Hatha Yoga classes. Students learn moving sequences or "preludes" that remove blocked areas in the body, build "agni" - your digestive fire, cultivate ones life breath , have a grounding and mediative effect, strengthen your bones and prepares ones body and mind for asana - seats and the internal yogic practices. Shadow Yoga has grown from its founder Zhander Remete's knowledge and practical understanding of the ancient Hatha Yoga texts, Hatha Yoga anatomy and physiology, the Indian energetic system ( marmasthana ) and the Chinese energetic system. The system of Shadow Yoga re-introduces the age-old concept of preparing the physical (gross) body and cultivating the energetic system (subtle body) and correct breathing before the introduction of working the traditional asanas (seats). This is achieved through moving sequences or 'preludes' which have been inspired by Zhander's extensive personal studies of yoga, martial arts, dance and the observations and recognition of nature. Through these preludes blockages in the body are recognized and broken down, stiffness is removed from the joints, correct breathing is cultivated and co-ordination and rhythm are brought to life in a way that is challenging yet safe and teaches the body to move naturally. The sequences of the 3 shadow yoga preludes consist of movements that are circular and spiraling (warrior forms), and linear (sun forms). They utilize the principles of the marma point system ( marmasthana ), 108 vital junctions in the body) as a guide to prepare the body for asana-vinyasa and cultivate the unobstructed flow of the breath that is 'the key' for success in yoga practice and asana work. The practice builds up gradually through the 3 preludes bringing to life an inner connection through movement that cultivates sensitivity and awareness, connections between physical movements and the breath, bridging the gap between the physical body and the subtle.

15/11/2025
15/11/2025
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10/11/2025

The early sequences consist of a number of different squatting movements repeated many times. These movements reshape and strengthen the joints of the legs, causing the ankles to soften, removing the stress from the knees and loosening the hips. At the same time one learns how to lower and raise the energy of the body without forcing.

10/11/2025

True spiritual growth isn’t about polishing the ego or perfecting the personality—it’s about forgetting the small self altogether.

❤🧡💛Because the heart is not just physical.It’s a spiritual compass - a bridge between your body, your soul, and the grea...
05/11/2025

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Because the heart is not just physical.
It’s a spiritual compass - a bridge between your body, your soul, and the greater intelligence of the universe.
When mystics say “follow your heart,” they aren’t speaking in metaphor - they’re pointing you back to your deepest source of knowing.

Your heart carries memory beyond this lifetime.
It feels the truth your mind cannot see.
It remembers your purpose when the world makes you forget.
In the age of mind, returning to the heart is the path back to sovereignty.

Your heart is not separate from your awakening. It’s the doorway through which it begins.

Your heart isn’t just a pump — it’s intelligent.
It holds 40,000 neurons called sensory neurites — a living nervous system within your chest. This intracardiac nervous system helps shape your memory, emotions, decisions, and consciousness itself.

Science calls this field neurocardiology.
Mystics have always called it the wisdom of the heart.
Your heart speaks to your brain through the vagus nerve, influencing your perceptions, choices, and even your destiny.
But why does this matter to you?

Because the heart is not just physical.
It’s a spiritual compass - a bridge between your body, your soul, and the greater intelligence of the universe.
When mystics say “follow your heart,” they aren’t speaking in metaphor - they’re pointing you back to your deepest source of knowing.

Your heart carries memory beyond this lifetime.
It feels the truth your mind cannot see.
It remembers your purpose when the world makes you forget.
In the age of mind, returning to the heart is the path back to sovereignty.

Your heart is not separate from your awakening. It’s the doorway through which it begins.

02/11/2025
This beautiful movement is a Karana. There are a few spaces/mats available in beginners Karana & Asana classes M...
02/11/2025

This beautiful movement is a Karana. There are a few spaces/mats available in beginners Karana & Asana classes Monday & Wednesdays 6-7.30pm @ Ngunguru home studio.
$25
Karana, natural body shapes, folding & unfolding of the body's 6 limbs in action with high or low squats, arm, hand & feet positioning and stepping, swaying or circular transitions to awaken the inner core power of life. A meditative dance.
Karana:the causal factor
Ka: space
Ra: fire, tranformation
Ana: posture, shape, breathing Private message or Jaymin 0272920193 if your interested. Warmly, Jaymin

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It is helpful to consider the meaning of the term ‘mudra’. The first part, ‘mu’ denotes the fulfilment of a joyous experience’; while the second part ‘dra’ refers to a sealed ring shape. The full meaning is therefore ‘a sealed bodily gesture giving rise to a feeling of joy.’ Article: Mudras by Sundernāth

https://shadowyoga.com/newsletter/mudras

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18/10/2025

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Maintaining and directing the energised state when moving from the standing activities to the seated practices is a great skill and many fall into dull or mechanical behaviour. The practice used to navigate this transition is called the Jade Lady Waving.

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