Why 108 Sun Salutations?
The number 108 is considered sacred in many Eastern religions and traditions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism and connected yoga and dharma-based practices. The individual digits 108, 1, 0, and 8 represent one thing, nothing, and everything (infinity), symbolizing the reality of the universe.
When you engage in performing 108 Sun Salutations, you're embarking on a sacred and transformative journey that brings:
Strength & Flexibility: Improve your body's strength and flexibility through the repetitive sequence of Sun Salutations.
Stress Release: The rhythmic movements and focused breathing help calm your mind, reducing stress and anxiety.
Detoxification: Sun Salutations stimulate your cardiovascular system, helping your body to detoxify.
Spiritual Awakening: The repetition of the Sun Salutations serves as a moving meditation, promoting mindfulness and a sense of inner peace.
Global Connection: By participating, you'll be joining a worldwide movement, connecting with yogis across the globe.
Date & Time
International Yoga Day
Europe Edition
with Burkhard
Friday, June 21st
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6pm Central European Summer Time
5pm British Summer Time
Come, chant, and be inspired!
International Yoga Day
American Edition
with Devdas & Kirsten
Friday, June 21st
5pm Pacific Summer Time PDT (Los Angeles)
8pm Eastern Summer Time EDT (New York)
Come join us!
Share Your Journey
We'd love to see your practice and your progress. Share your photos and videos on social media by tagging @AkashaYogaAcademy and using the hashtag #AkashaYogaChallenge. Let's make this International Yoga Day truly memorable.
Meet Your Teachers
Our experienced and passionate yoga instructors are ready to guide you through this transformative journey. They will provide support, guidance, and encouragement throughout the challenge, helping you unlock the true potential within you.
Kirsten
The lead teacher of this YTT is Kirsten.
Kirsten is a seasoned Yoga Teacher who is passionate about making Yin Yoga available to the Yoga community as a much needed tool to comfortably turn inwards. In her Yin Yoga practice, she brings health & mobility to the body, and she deeply nurtures the soul with Stillness.
Burkhard
Burkhard is a high-vibration Yoga & meditation teacher with a deep affection for practical Yoga philosophy, applied history & anatomy. He is a truly passionate Yoga scholar, and he loves to verify his findings in his own practice.
His spirit shines where the power of the mind meets the generosity of the heart. He is inspired when the ancient practice of Yoga is reconfirmed by modern science.
Devdas
Devdas is an extraordinary Yoga Teacher with a deep love for meditation, chanting & selfless service seva. He appreciates everything that brings joy to the Heart and naturalness of Being.
He has been teaching Hatha Yoga asana & pranayama, meditation & Bhajans for more than 20 years.