Pranayama & Meditation: Breathing for Calm and Focus
Yoga is more than just physical postures. Discover the power of your breath to manage stress, release anger, and find mental clarity with our guided Pranayama and meditation sessions.
Here, students are practicing Anulom Vilom Pranayama (Alternate Nostril Breathing). I guide them to control their breath with a 1:2 ratio, inhaling for 5 counts and exhaling for 10. This practice is excellent for calming negative emotions.
This is the end of a class, during Yoga Nidra or "yogic sleep." I guide students into deep relaxation, asking them to observe their breath to rejuvenate the body and mind, reduce stress, and improve concentration.
This video explains three powerful pranayamas to help with depression, anxiety, and stress: Bhastrika, Anulom Vilom, and Nadi Shodhan. I provide clear, step-by-step instructions for each practice.
Pranayama equals energy, happiness, and peace. Here you can see students practicing breathing exercises both in the studio and online, a testament to the universal benefits of this practice.
This is Balasana, or Child's Pose. It is a beautiful asana for calming the mind and releasing anger. I guide my students to completely surrender in this pose, offering a prayer to the divine.
About this collection
In our sessions, I teach specific breath control ratios, like the 1:2 pattern for Anulom Vilom. If you inhale for 5 counts, you exhale for 10. This precision is not just for technique, it is the key to calming your nervous system instantly. Whether you are dealing with anxiety or just need to clear your mind, this controlled rhythm is where the real shift happens.
Your Breath is Your Anchor
Pranayama is the science of life force. When the mind is restless, the breath is the only tool that can settle it. At our Delhi Ashtanga Yoga Shala, we break down complex techniques into simple steps you can practice daily.
Techniques We Master
- Bhastrika Pranayama: We use this to fire up your system and clear mental fog. It is intense, effective, and perfect for days when you feel low on energy.
- Anulom Vilom: The ultimate balancer. By alternating nostrils, you harmonize the left and right sides of your brain. We focus heavily on the exhale, as that is where the release happens.
- Nadi Shodhan: For deep focus, we teach you to hold the breath after inhalation. This is how we build concentration and calm the nervous system.
Deep Relaxation with Yoga Nidra
After the intensity of breathing exercises, we move to Yoga Nidra, or yogic sleep. This is not just a nap. It is a guided practice where we take you through body scanning to release deep-seated stress and fatigue. You will leave the studio feeling lighter and more aware of your body.
Join Us in Delhi
Whether you visit our studios in Vikaspuri or Dwarka Mor, you will find a supportive space to learn these skills. We keep our batches small to ensure you get the right alignment and counting. Yog se he hoga, but you must show up and practice.
Ashtanga Yoga Shala
At Delhi Ashtanga Yoga Shala, we believe your breath is the primary tool for a healthy life. We do not just teach you how to sit; we teach you how to find peace, laughter, and strength in the present moment.
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