July 2009

Yoga as Part of the School Curriculum

by Indra Singh

"Is yoga a religion? It is and it is not. In religion you have to believe something and in yoga you have to experience what you want to believe"... Yogi Bhajan

If yoga could be recognised for what it is without the mystic, schools and education authorities would realise how valuable it could be for the younger generation in today’s society.

As a yoga teacher and mother who encourages the practice of yoga for youngsters, I have come across a number of barriers within society which are based on ignorance. I feel it is important to educate authorities about what yoga has to offer, cancelling out any fears and judgements.

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