What Is Yoga?...
Yoga is not fitness, stretching, or exercise.
Yes, by practicing the yogasanas the body becomes more flexible and fit. But that is not the goal.
The goal is to understand the nature of the human mind, and to be freed of all mental suffering.
(((AUM)))
Focus on your breath. Everything you need to know exists within the body.
Paloma Shandor
Paloma began her studies in the early 1990's.
She currently teaches at Nemacolin in the
Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania USA.
She also travels globally to spread the
timeless wisdom of yoga.
For a presentation at your
school or workplace please write to paloma721108@gmail.com or
send a message on the form below.
*Private classes are available in the
Pittsburgh Pennsylvania region.
Private students participate in weekly sessions. Please see the "private students" tab for info.
Private Students
Private students visit Paloma's home classroom once a week for their individual class, which is catered to their level of understanding and experience.
Payment for Private Sessions
Students are responsible for scheduling and paying for the month's classes on the first of each month. If, due to illness or emergency, the student has to miss an already scheduled class, a make-up class time will be offered.
Ages for Private Students
Ages 8 through 80 are welcome for private lessons. Yoga is not for stretching or exercise, although the poses do in fact exercise the body. The science of yoga involves mastery and control of the senses, the thoughts, the mind, and body as one whole. Private students also learn the basic understanding of the five elements according to the science of ayurveda, the sister science of yoga.
Group Events for Private Students
On the second Saturday of each month, all private students come together for a group session. Each monthly session is themed according to the season, elements, sun and moon, and the general progress of the group as a whole. Students are welcome to bring a friend or a guest to these monthly meetings. Food is always served afterwards.
