[Surya Shakti]
Surya Shakti is an active form of the Sun Salutation. It is an ancient yogic practice which is a powerful sequence of 18 postures. It is designed as a holistic process for great physical fitness. “Surya” means “Sun,” and “Shakti” means “energy”. Surya Shakti cultivates great physical fitness and strength.
“If you want to just use this system as a physical culture to become physically strong, you do Surya Shakti. If you want to be physically fit, you want to have aerobic exercise and you want your heart strong, but you also want to have a spiritual element in it, you do Surya Namaskar. But if you want a strong spiritual process in the physical process that you are doing, then you do Surya Kriya.“
– Sadhguru
Traditionally available only to select groups of yogis, Surya Kriya is being offered by Sadhguru as a comprehensive spiritual practice that is ideal for the hectic pace of today’s world.
Introduction
▵ Surya Shakti is an active form of the Sun Salutation. It is an ancient yogic practice which is a powerful sequence of 18 postures. It is designed as a holistic process for great physical fitness. “Surya” means “Sun,” and “Shakti” means “energy”. Surya Shakti cultivates great physical fitness and strength.
Benefits
Surya Shakti includes several aspects that enrich one’s life:
▵ Strengthens the heart
▵ Boosts vigor and vitality
▵ Improves immunity
▵ Strengthens the muscles
▵ Tones the digestive system
▵ Corrects hormonal imbalances
▵ Lubricates the joints
▵ Develops mental clarity and focus
▵ Remedies weak constitutions
Spiritual Significance
▵ If you want to just use this system as a physical culture to become physically strong, you do Surya Shakti. If you want to be physically fit, you want to have aerobic exercise and you want your heart strong, but you also want to have a spiritual element in it, you do Surya Namaskar. But if you want a strong spiritual process in the physical process that you are doing, then you do Surya Kriya. -Sadhguru
– Excerpt from Classical Yoga: Surya Kriya and Surya Shakti (Isha)
Program Guidelines
Please note that attendance on all days is mandatory. This programme is open to ages 8 and above.
Please come on an empty stomach condition: Finish a meal 4 hours prior to the class, snack 2.5 hours prior, beverage or cigarette 1.5 hours before the class.
Children’s Empty Stomach Condition (Age 13 yrs and below): Finish a full meal 2.5 hours prior to the class, snack 1.5 hours prior and beverage 1 hour before the class.
Due to the nature of the practices taught, there are some contraindications. People who fall under any of the below categories are not eligible to participate at this time:
▵ Women who are currently pregnant
▵ Anyone who has had a major open surgery within the last 6 months
▵ Anyone who has had a laparoscopic surgery or any severe muscular injury within the last 6 weeks
▵ If you have an active hernia
As a general note, always consult and follow your doctor’s advice.