PHE 234 - Hatha Yoga

1 credit hour - Two hours weekly; one term.
Learn beginner Hatha yoga postures, yogic breathing practices and the foundations of meditation. Apply mindfulness-based methods including somatosensory awareness, centering and a variety of techniques for focusing the mind. Develop physical strength and flexibility while relieving stress and cultivating inner resiliency through the regular practice of Hatha yoga. Improvements in balance, coordination, and mobility are additional benefits of weekly class participation. Emphasis is placed on creating compassionate connections with body, mind, and emotion at all levels of individual practice.