End of Semester Conclusion
Over the past few months, I have participated in many different styles of yoga in several different settings via virtual classes. I have learned a lot more than I expected and my skills have progressed significantly from where I was in September. I never knew how many different aspects played a role in the yoga community and practice as a whole. The instructor, the setting of the studio, clearing for sacred space, mind/body spiritual concentration versus exercise concentration are all elements that could drastically change the atmosphere surrounding a yoga experience; and that is just to name a few. I practiced basic flexibility classes and classes focused on gaining physical strength. I also took classes that followed a specific yoga philosophy such as Iyengar, Vipassana, Ashtanga, Meditation, and many more. It seemed to me that every new class I took had a slightly different focus and taught me something new that I previously was unaware of. Whether that be a new outloo