Have you noticed the darshan logo? What do you see?
A coiled serpent? A human figure in the lotus pose with arms raised?

The coil represents the energy flowing from the base of the spine or the Kundalini Shakti (‘shakti’ meaning power) to the highest level of awakening, a pathway of the Kundalini Yoga discipline.

What is Kundalini Yoga?

Kundalini Yoga is a comprehensive and powerful form of yoga, also called the yoga of awareness. However, unlike other forms of yoga, the practice of Kundalini Yoga awakens our dormant energy, helps us recognize self-limiting beliefs and habits, and become more intuitive and less reactive.

Kundalini Yoga is said to activate the dormant energy from the base of the spine to reach a higher level of consciousness through the practice of various approaches such as meditation, chants, postures and breathing techniques.

A bit like an intense practice which helps you channel your energy as you grow spiritually, emotionally, and physically, beyond just improving physical health.

Each person will experience his or her unique journey, strengthening the sense of self and feeling more purposeful and aware.

Below are a few aspects of Kundalini Yoga to enrich your understanding.

Origin of Kundalini Yoga

It is an ancient practice with roots in sacred Indian philosophy. The ancient technology of Kundalini Yoga was brought from India to the West in the late 1960s by Yogi Bhajan (Harbhajan Singh Khalsa), an influential proponent of Kundalini Yoga.

Yoga of awareness

The Kundalini energy is best described as ‘coiling-like snake’ and is a way of conveying that we all have untapped, powerful energy within us; and when tapped, we can raise our consciousness, potential and creativity.

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A technique, a technology

Through the powerful and transformational practice of Kundalini Yoga, we use a combination of techniques such as postures, conscious breath-work, chanting and meditation, to release emotional and physical tension, all the while becoming physically and mentally stronger, resulting in a deeper connection with ourselves. This process is called the technology of consciousness because the mind and body work together in a very precise, deliberate manner.

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Kundalini energy & Kundalini awakening

In Kundalini Yoga, awakening is when energy moves through the body, stimulating the expansion of consciousness. As a process, it leads to inner peace, mental clarity, connection to oneself, and release of one’s ego and negative thought patterns such as fear and doubt.

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Benefits

Regular practice brings balance to the body, mind, and soul. Indeed, the benefits extend beyond the mere physical. Through the practice, you can:

Improve self-awareness.
Strengthen your nervous system.
Build willpower.
Gain clarity of mind.
Harness your creativity.
Cultivate acceptance.
Foster inner peace.
Become compassionate.
Awaken intuition.
Rise to a higher level of consciousness.

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Inclusive discipline

Kundalini Yoga is for anyone who wishes to embrace self-growth and explore their full potential. It is a path toward excellence that embraces inclusivity and is open to anyone – without discrimination – who would like to develop self-awareness and uplift the spirit.

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