Sivananda
Sivananda Yoga was developed by Vishnu-Devananda, who wrote one of the contemporary Yoga classics, "The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga," first published in 1960, and still one of the best introductions to yoga available. He named Sivananda Yoga after his own teacher, Swami Sivananda. This style of yoga focuses on pranayama, classic asanas, and relaxation, and includes diet, positive thinking and meditation. Sivananda Yoga practice consists of twelve basic poses that seek to increase strength, flexibility, proper breathing, and ease in meditation. Sivananda now has over eighty centers worldwide and is considered one of the largest yoga schools in the world.
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