Hatha

Hatha is a broad umbrella term for the practice of physical postures (asanas) and includes breath, alignment, and building strength and flexibility. Gaia’s hatha yoga videos include moderately-paced sequences where practitioners can marinate in the postures to explore their full merit. On Gaia, hatha yoga classes include moderately-paced sequences where practitioners can marinate in the postures to explore their full merit. These are physically-based asana practices that are specifically not vinyasa. Often translated as “willful” or the balance between the lifeforce energies of the sun and the moon, hatha yoga is the root of the physical yoga practice and most modern-day styles. Practicing online hatha yoga for beginners and more experienced practitioners is a great way to experience the balance of strength and surrender in a physical yoga practice while exploring breath (pranayama) and building discipline (tapas).