About Haá¹ha Vidyã
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"Haá¹ha Vidyã" translates to the knowledge of Yoga. In Sanskrit, the term 'Hatha' consists of two syllables: 'ha' symbolizes the sun or vital energy, while 'tha' signifies the moon, representing mental energy. Practicing Haá¹ha Vidyã synchronizes two energy flows, resulting in a balanced mental state.
Haá¹ha Vidyã is the most authentic and traditional type of Yoga. Improving one's psycho-physiological state is the initial step towards achieving overall well-being. Haá¹ha Vidyã enables individuals to regulate their minds by focusing on the body.
The body is prepared for advanced Pranayama practice by starting with simple postures and undergoing a comprehensive cleansing process known as Shad Karma Kriyas. The practitioner is ready to explore Nadaanusandhan, a practice of seeking inner and external sounds, after using Mudras (symbolic gestures) and Bandhas (binding actions involving pressure or contraction).
The Haá¹ha Vidyã Yoga Center was founded in 2008 in Kerala, India as the Haá¹ha Vidyã Gurukulum. Thapobhoomi, a residential Yoga center, was founded in 2009 on the banks of the Gayathri River in Kerala.
Haá¹ha Vidyã Yoga Center LLC was founded in Dubai, UAE in 2012 and is currently based in our studio in Bur Dubai. In 2020, we established a second branch in Al Barsha, Dubai, followed by the opening of a third branch in Al Nahda 2, Dubai in 2021.
Haá¹ha Vidyã commenced operations in Johor Bahru, Malaysia in 2021.
Since 2021, Haá¹ha Vidyã has served as the official representative office of Yoga Alliance International in the GCC division.
About our Acharya
In Dubai, Acharya Bala serves as the Chairman and Founder of Haá¹ha Vidyã Traditional Yoga and Haá¹ha Vidyã Gurukulam.
Beginning his education at the Yoga-Vedanta Forest Academy in Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh, Acharya embarked on his academic journey. Throughout India, he has undertaken extensive travel in an effort to uncover the truth. He had the good fortune to come into contact with esteemed masters who imparted knowledge on how to authentically undergo the Yogic journey in accordance with the Gurukula tradition. Throughout his journey, he has affiliated himself with traditional Yoga schools.
Upon meeting his Guru, H.H. Srividyamba Saraswathi of Tamil Nadu, in 2006, he received his Natha tradition initiation. His Guru advised him to establish Haá¹ha Vidyã Gurukulum in Kerala, India, in 2008, with the intention of instructing Yoga enthusiasts of all backgrounds.
Acharya Bala assumes the role of editor-in-chief of Thapobhoomi, which functions as the Haá¹ha Vidyã publication division. In order to impart valuable insights, Thapobhoomi publishes books, magazines, and other literature that focuses on Yoga and Tantra. Authoring books on Yoga instruction for children, he has implemented a methodical approach to improve school-based Yoga instruction and related curriculum.
Acharya Bala was appointed Director of the GCC division of Yoga Alliance International in 2021.
