In Sanskrit ha, means "the sun," and tha, means "moon." This holistic practice was developed to create balance in the universe that exists within the human body. The word 'Hatha' also implies force. An ancient ritual with roots in Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, each pose in Hatha Yoga is held for a longer period of time to build endurance, improve concentration and achieve alignment. In this style of yoga, success isn't measured by the number of  'sets' one can complete, but in how deep a practitioner can go in a static pose. It is as much a test of the mind's strength as a physical workout. Students are guided gently into each pose by the teacher and are also given the option to attempt modified poses until they feel ready —  making Hatha Yoga a truly inclusive & empowering practice.