The numerous types of yoga can be baffling, so first ask yourself what you’re looking for, suggests Jan Johnson, LifePower Yoga studio manager and instructor in St. Paul, Minn. Do you want it to be physically challenging? Do you want to feel a spiritual connection? Do you want to focus on flexibility?
Once you’ve decided on your goals, check out the various classes offered at your health club, gym, or nearby studios.
To help narrow your search, the table below outlines the four common styles of yoga. Remember: “If you don’t like a class, try another,” Johnson says. “Eventually you’ll find the style and teacher that resonate with you.”
For more on these styles, visit “Yoga 4 You“.
Thank you for explaining the differences between the 4 yoga styles. It was very helpful.
They do not offer alignment yoga at my location. I am 66 yrs. old just recovering from surgery. I looking for a class to start slow and will have an instructor to take into consideration my needs. That was one of the reasons I joined Novi, Mi. Fitness center.