Yoga and Balance

People are not born perfectly symmetric. People are born with imbalances and lopsidedness.  However, being unbalanced can cause strains in the body.  Sometimes imbalances can also lead to injury and discomfort.  Yoga can help with these issues. Yoga helps create symmetry within the body.  Physically, yoga increases muscle strength, tones muscles, increases flexibility, and creates […]

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Strawberry Mango Papaya Smoothie

Looking to try a fun, new smoothie?  Then give this recipe a try- it’s packed with vitamins and tastes amazing! Ingredients: 1 cup coconut water (or more if you like a thinner consistency) 1 cup frozen organic strawberries 1 cup frozen organic mangoes 1/2 cup organic papaya 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Instructions: Blend and enjoy! “Nourishment” […]

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Incorporating Meditation into One’s Yoga Practice

Meditation is a logical component of any yoga session. Although many Westerners view yoga as an exclusively physical discipline — an alternative to jogging or weight-training — yoga is much more than that. The U.S. Department of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine defines yoga as a mind-body practice.  The great Indian philosopher […]

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FREE Detox Reading & Book Signing – April 11

Care for Your Liver. It Could Change Your Life. Have you ever thought that your liver could be affecting your health? In short, as your main filtering system, your liver is vital in creating and sustaining equilibrium in your body. When it’s healthy, it helps: fuel your metabolism, reduce sugar cravings, increase your energy, and balance […]

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Yoga Goals to Expand One's Yoga Practice

Goals, goals, goals.  A lot of people are about goals. Goals are good.  Goals help us reach our destinations. While yoga is not traditionally associated with goals- it is a pursuit and people do it for different reasons.  Having yogic goals can deepen one’s practice.  Whether it’s mastering an arm balance or taking a hot […]

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New! In our Lobby Boutique

Pastel blues, striking oranges (that make you look super tan!) florals and classic neutrals are all the rage at Wilmington Yoga Center this spring! We’re excited to announce that we now carry one of our favorite athletic wear brands! Be sure to check out our lobby boutique while you’re getting ready for class to see […]

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Pose of the Week: Locust (Salabhasana)

Salabhasana (pronounced shah-lah-BAHS-uh-nuh), also commonly known as Locust Pose, is an intermediate backbend that tones and strengthens the entire back of the body.  This pose can help prepare yogis for deeper backbends like Bow Pose, Upward Dog Pose and Wheel Pose. Locust Pose has many benefits, such as strengthening the gluteal muscles, thighs and legs.  Salabhasana […]

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Kunga Yoga Senior Teacher Training – September 2014

Yoga is for Every Body *500 Hour Required Training As more and more baby boomers are feeling the aches and pains of getting older, it becomes increasingly important that yoga teachers expand their skills sets to learn to modify their practices to meet this need. This yoga teacher training is designed for yoga teachers who […]

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Yoga “Rules” Made to Break

Yoga is a method of exercise that originated in ancient India as part of several philosophies. In the late 19th century, yoga was introduced to western culture.  In the west, yoga is more of an exercise routine than a philosophy of life. Exercise studios and gyms have incorporated the movements of yoga into exercise sessions that provide […]

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April Kunga Theme: Serving our Planet!

In honor of spring and Earth Day, April Kunga theme is serving our planet! Suggestions for inspiring your students: – Taking your class outside if possible! – Sun Salutations facing windows if possible – Music with positive messages about the earth! Ex: What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong – Earth Practice Theme – Hip […]

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