Kundalini is spiritual energy (prana) undiscovered at the base of the spine that is waiting to be drawn and used as the body is awakened in each of the seven chakras--the seven major energy centers of the human body. Kundalini is more spiritual than other yoga sessions. It emphasizes breathing, meditation and chanting, yet it can be physically demanding. It is ideal for people who are up to a more physical and mental challenge. A Kundalini yoga class typically includes a warm-up with spine stretching to increase flexibility. Because Kundalini yoga is more than a spiritual awakening, it includes teaching from all parts of life and may involve vegetarianism, service to others, conscious parenting and partnering.
Step 1
Focus on breathing with each specific movement. This is for the purpose of freeing energy in the lower body and letting it move upward through the body. As the Kundalini sequences continue, each pose intensifies and may include quick, repetitive movements meant to be completed with a breath, or poses to be held while breathing in a particular way. Eventually, you'll learn to link your movements and your breathing patterns seamlessly.
Step 2
Meditate to balance your emotional energy. Meditation is a critical part of Kundalini, and being able to focus your mind during postures and breathing techniques allows Kundalini to become a powerful tool that can help unleash energy that is stored as anger or stress. Practice meditation alone and without any yoga poses at first. This will allow you to focus your energies on the mind, with no physical sensations to distract you. Meditating along with Kundalini yoga can clear the psyche and cleanse the subconscious.
Step 3
Lie on your back, with your arms at your sides, palms down. Inhale as you lift your right leg to a 90-degree angle; exhale as you lower it. Repeat the sequence for the left leg. Inhale as you lift; exhale as you lower. Continue lifting alternate legs with powerful, deep breathing for several minutes. Work on stabilizing your body, keeping your lower back touching the floor, focusing your mind on your heart center.
Step 4
Inhale as you lift both legs to a 90-degree angle, without pausing after the previous step, and raise your arms straight up over your heart center, palms facing up. Exhale as you lower your legs. Continue to raise and lower legs, inhaling and exhaling, keeping your arms raised above heart center. The routine should flow seamlessly, with no break in movement, breathing or mental focus.
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