Hatha Yoga

Hatha Yoga

Hatha Yoga & meditation with Mehernaaz from Mumbai, India

Hatha Yoga is a subject of great interest for people all over the world.

People are becoming aware of the various benefits that Hatha Yoga offers. However, a majority of people are aware of the physical benefits, for example, flexibility improvement, better breathing capacity, etc.

Yoga is therefore considered by many as a physical exercise form. Hatha Yoga is more than an exercise. It is a science of the body and mind, making it a very complete practise, much required in today’s lives where we are constantly challenged physically and mentally.

Hatha Yoga to balance our physical and mental health

Why do physical and mental health go hand in hand?

Before you read more about Hatha Yoga, please let me invite you to understand a little about physical and mental health as well as stress…

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Chronic lower back pain caused by stress due to personal relationships

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Poor digestion due to lack of self will

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Poor metabolism due to problems with communication

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Hormonal dysfunction due to lack of mental clarity

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Financial stress causing adrenal gland dysfunction

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Mental congestion due to poor sleep/wake cycles

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Stress over relationships causing blood pressure problems

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Poor communication skills causing neck and shoulder pain

From these examples, we can clearly understand the link between our physical body and our mind or thoughts.

What is stress?

Common physical stressors faced by many

Fatigue, poor postures leading to muscle and joint pain, muscle stiffness, burnouts, neck and shoulder pain, weight gain or loss due to poor metabolic function, bloating, acidity, diabetes, cancers, heart problems, poor blood circulation, hormonal problems, drop in immune function, etc.

Common mental stressors faced by many

Reduced concentration, financial stress, personal power, stress over personal or professional relationships, poor communication, mental congestion, lack of creativity, anxiety, depression etc.

We often ignore our physical health which creates emotional and mental stress and vice-versa.

The benefits of Hatha Yoga

Practising Hatha Yoga regularly even for few minutes, helps to balance our physical and mental health.

Of Indian origin, Mehernaaz has over 25 years of experience teaching Hatha Yoga (14 years in Mumbai, India and 11 years in Lausanne, Switzerland).

She is accredited by ASCA (Swiss Foundation for Complementary Medicines) and RME (Registry of Empirical Medicine) in the discipline of Hatha Yoga.

Benefits of Hatha Yoga:
  • Function and efficiency of the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, circulatory system, digestive system, excretory system, endocrine/hormonal system, musculoskeletal system, exocrine system, immune system and most importantly the nervous system improves significantly
  • A stronger and well balanced body
  • Improving strength and flexibility of the muscles and joints
  • Improved posture
  • Alert and well concentrated mind
  • Stress reduction
  • Positive changes in personality; for example, reduced anger
  • Calm and composed mind leading to mental relaxation
  • Improved sports performance

Hatha Yoga as it is in India

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Mehernaaz would like to transmit Hatha Yoga as she learnt it from her home country, India

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She selects the Yoga practices, according to the medical condition, results of the tests, needs and goals of her client, during her private and group classes as well

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Each participant is corrected individually, even in group classes

Mehernaaz through her private, semiprivate and group classes teaches:

A combination of the following practices to improve the physical and mental health of her clients/patients

Asanas

Postures which help to strengthen the muscles and improve flexibility and body alignment. They also help significantly in keeping the body and mind relaxed and calm, due to the involvement of concentration on the breath during the process of holding of the postures.

Pranayamas

Breathing practises which help to control the breath and therefore making the mind steady and calm.
The relaxed mind, helps to relax the organs and muscles of the body and hence one feels physically relaxed too.

Dharana

Practise involving fixing the mind on an object. This helps to improve concentration.

Dhyana or Meditation

Continuation of one pointedness of the mind in an unbroken flow. Helps to calm and steady the mind and hence also the organs and muscles of the body relax and become more efficient.

Shuddhi Kriyas

Practises which help to reduce sinuses, cough, regular colds, digestive and excretory problems, to clear the nasal passage and therefore enhances respiratory capacity.

HATHA YOGA CLASSES IN LAUSANNE with Mehernaaz from India

Pratical Information

Location
At Wellness Lausanne
At your home
& via Skype

Private & semiprivate classes by appointments

Special DISCOVERY offer – Personal Coaching

10 individual classes of 1 hour each for CHF 1150.- instead of CHF 1200.-

– classes possible in English & French

valid for 5 months

Wellbeing ASSESSMENT (Muscle & Joint Tests and a Personal Interview) are highly recommended to all clients/patients, before joining any group or private classes. This enables effective results and to understand their body and physiological loads, however they are not compulsory. Please click here.

“HATHA YOGA” GROUP classes

Physical benefits of the class
  • activates the parasympathetic nervous system
  • increases vitality and energy
  • improves digestion, respiration and sleep
  • improves hormonal balance
  • maintains blood pressure
  • increases blood circulation
  • reduces muscle tension and pain
  • stretches and strengthens the muscles for a better muscular and postural balance

Mental benefits of the class

  • brings mental clarity
  • sharpens the mind
  • improves concentration
  • relaxes the adrenal glands, affected by excessive stress
  • improves ability to manage emotions
  • control anxiety
  • calmness and serenity
  • improves ability to manage the ups and downs of life and find solutions

Information about “Hatha Yoga GROUP classes”

  • Discovery offer – 3 classes (of the same type) for a total price of CHF 50.-
  • Discovery offer – 5 classes (mix of different type of classes) for a total price of CHF 100.-

  • TIMINGS:
  • Mondays – 19:00 to 20:15
  • Tuesdays – 12:15 to 13:30 & 19:15 to 20:30
  • Thursdays – 17:30 to 18:45
  • Beginner & intermediate levels
  • In English & French
  • Maximum 10 participants
  • Open to all ages
  • Shower and changing room are at your disposal
  • The class is cancelled in case there is only 1 participant attending on a particular day. Reimboursement is not possible but the class can be replaced
  • No group classes on public holidays, one week during school holidays in April & one week in October

For Registrations, click here.

Tariff

 

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HATHA YOGA group classes at Wellness Lausanne

Duration of the class: 1h15m

Individual class ……………………………. CHF 50.-

3 discovery classes of the same type……………………………. CHF 50.-

5 discovery classes (mix of different type of classes)… CHF 100.-

 

Seasonal subscription …………… CHF 35.- / class *

10 class Package ……………………….. CHF 450.-
(valid for 5 months for all group classes)

20 class Package ……………………….. CHF 800.- 
(valid for 8 months for all group classes)

15 % reduction in tariff for GROUP CLASSES:
Seasonal subscriptions & 10/20 class Package, for unemployed individuals and students
Semiprivate or Small group classes at Wellness Lausanne

Duration of the class 1h15m

2 participants : CHF 80.- / pers. (Package of 20 classes)

3 participants : CHF 60.- / pers. (Package of 20 classes)

4 participants : CHF 50.- / pers. (Package of 20 classes)

* Package of 20 classes is valid for 7 months

Private class at Wellness Lausanne

1h Class ……………………………. CHF 120.-

1h15 Class ……………………………. CHF 150.-

Special DISCOVERY offer – Personal Coaching

10 individual classes of 1 hour each for CHF 1150.- instead of CHF 1200.-

– classes possible in English & French

valid for 5 months

Wellbeing Assessment

Muscle & Joint Tests and a Personal Interview, duration approximately 5/6 hours – CHF 540.-

Travel costs of CHF 30.- for home assessments

Private class at your home

1h Class ……………………………. CHF 150.-

1h15 Class ……………………………. CHF 180.-

(Travel cost included)

Semiprivate class at your home

Price on demand

Program design

A tailor-made program prepared for you, to help you practice at home or on travels:

Program Type A: CHF 200.- (less time consuming to prepare)

Program Type B: CHF 350.- (more time consuming to prepare)

Subscription fees

One-time registration fee CHF 25.-

Payment terms:

Please note that cancellation of private, semiprivate & group classes must be done 48 hours in advance, otherwise they will be charged. Thank you for your understanding.

Seasonal subscriptions cover a defined period of time. Missed classes are neither refunded nor postponed.

* No group classes on public holidays, one week during school holidays in April & one week in October.

Any registration, confirmed by email, telephone, message or in person will be due and final.

Payments to be kindly made within 7 (seven) days for private, semiprivate and group classes. Thank you for your understanding.