Demystifying Yoga Lingo: Key Yoga Terminology for Novices

It can be daunting to enter a yoga class as a newbie for a variety of reasons. When I first started yoga classes, I was overwhelmed by the Sanskrit terms, Yoga Terms and complex pose names.

I knew yoga was a powerful and transformative experience. But I couldn’t quite understand the teacher when she told us to ” Ujjayi Breath ” or ” Engage Mula Bandha “. I felt I was missing the full yoga experience.

It’s possible to practice yoga without knowing the basic vocabulary. For example, mudra bandha and Asanas. But it is not necessary. You can feel more confident and comfortable when you know key phrases like yama and sutra.

Any effective yoga teacher will explain a Sanskrit term in a manner that all students can understand. Knowing some basic yoga terms before attending a class can help bridge the gap between beginners and experienced yogis. It will allow you to transform complex concepts from the sutras into meaningful experiences on and off your mat.

Understanding yoga vocabulary can transform mere words into powerful, cohesive tools. Let’s decode some of the most common yoga terms.