Aqua yoga

Aqua Yoga is a series of yoga exercises done in water that combines the therapeutic and afloat nature of water with the stimulating and balancing of yoga. In short it takes the principles and movements of yoga and adapts them to the environment of water. With the release of gravity the body is able to find the most advantageous stretching. Aqua Yoga combines slow stretching with the use of breathing and relaxation as the water provides resistance for the muscles to work against. Aqua yoga is a natural and all-encompassing way to promote and sustain fitness and health.


There are many benefits to practicing yoga in the water. On the pragmatic side, aqua yoga makes exercising safer for many people, especially those whose weight problems or injuries make weight bearing exercises (as any standing land exercise is considered) difficult or impossible. The water helps support the body, easing wear and tear on the joints. In addition to offering support, water also adds resistance to the exerciser. The muscles must push against the water to achieve different poses, which helps in building strength. On a more spiritual note, there is something very nurturing and emotionally comforting about water. Water seems to put us more in touch with our intuitive, emotional side.