Cape Men's Yoga

Join us for this week's nude men's yoga and meditation. We will be teaching a Yin-Hatha class. Yin yoga is a non-muscular yoga, where the poses are held for longer duration without muscular effort. Though it sounds easier, it can be challenging in some positions.  The purpose of a yin practice is to journey into th e memory of the body, to find wisdom in the silent places which we tend not to acknowledge or which may be hidden from view. Yin is about the darkness of the spaces between the joints, about activating the use of the fascia and in being fully present in each of the inward focussed asanas. Technically, a yin practice places gentle pressure on tendons, ligaments and pulls into the fascia. This is healthy for long term muscular health and appears to also stimulate the immune system of the body. The yin practice will be complemented with traditional hatha movements to gentle stretch and awaken our mind-body-spirit connection. Yin is one of the most meditative of ...

We have made the big move. We are now practicing at a venue right in the heart of Cape Town. If you have been thinking of stripping down and getting into men's nude yoga - this is a great opportunity to get started. Cape Men's Yoga has been practicing for almost three years now. Men of all ages, backgrounds and degrees of athletic capacity have found our group to be supportive, friendly and a positive learning environment. We practice variations of vinyasa, ashtanga and hatha classes, with occasional forays into kundalini and yin yoga. All of our classes combine yoga movement with attention to life lessons, yoga philosophy, meditation and yogic breathing (pranayama). If you catch us on a good day, you may also get instruction in Thai reflexology. We invite you to discover your inner self and your physical expression through a sustained yoga practice. Whether you are young or old, super fit or looking to do some body work, there is a place for you in the practice. What ...

The Supreme Self, adored in the scriptures, Can be realised through the path of yoga. Subtler than the banyan seed, subtler Than the tiniest grain, even subtler Than the hundred-thousandth part of a hair, This Self cannot be grasped, cannot be seen. Atma Upanishad We are pleased to announce a special series of Hatha yoga classes. Our instructor, Duncan, has just returned from a month of instruction at a leading yoga ashram in Mysore India. The hatha class involves instruction in a particular style of focussed and carefully paced yoga, including flow elements, balancing, standing and seated postures. The focus is on the use of asana (postures) to achieve a mindful and focused state of mind. The classes are completed with yogic breathing instruction and meditation. The yoga practice is fully nude , for men only. Classes are held at a venue in Hout Bay from 10am until midday on Sundays. You need to be in the gates by 9h55. Classes are open to men at any level of...

NO CLASS ON SUNDAY 09 MARCH or SUNDAY 16 MARCH NEXT CLASS IS SATURDAY 08 MARCH Due to the big Argus Cycle Race on Sunday, we've moved our regular nude men's yoga class to Saturday morning at 9 am. 2 hours of naked vinyasa yoga for men. This week's class focuses on strength and balance in the standing postures. Beginners welcome. Note there is also no class on Sunday 16 March 2014 as many of the guys will be at SpiritFest in Paarl. We are back on the mat the following week, Sunday 23 March at the regular time, 10h00. Contact us on capemensyoga AT gmail.com Or blackberry messenger: 2a2183bd Namaste

Thanks to the guys who joined the Practice in the Park to raise funds for EarthChild. It was a scorching hot day but fun to practice with the broader yoga community. We are back on the mat this Sunday 23 February 2014 at 10h00 until noon, at our regular venue in Hout Bay. The class will be a vinyasa yoga practice. We'll be exploring asanas that help open up the hips. Hips opening is important for a number of reasons. Typically men struggle with tight hip muscles. If you are an athlete, such as being a runner, tight hips are a common issue. Tight hip and buttock muscles are also associated with low back problems. Come find out what your body is all about, followed by some calming meditation. Whatever your body type or fitness, there is an opportunity to connect mind and body, to journey forth with your own path of self-knowledge, transformation and making time for yourself and your own well-being. We invite you not to delay, dive on in... Our practice is nude male yoga an...

Join us for another Cape Men's Yoga and Meditation session. Our practice is nude yoga - bringing the body, mind and spirit together in an honest and transparent way. The aim is to build a community of practice, able to learn together, teach together and support each other's journeys to a calm mind, healthier body and wholesome lifestyle. Men often come to the group because they are looking for something authentic, something that goes to the core of our modern challenges. We not only teach physical yoga, but also take time to explore how the mind and body interact, where happiness comes from, how to destress, and how to sustain a life that is meaningful and good-hearted. We all deserve happiness in life, and this is a space where we explore the meaning of such happiness. Can't touch your toes? Fine, time to start yoga this Sunday. Can't calm your busy mind? Fine, bring your mind with you and we'll help you find a practice to still the mind and open up your po...

After our deeply rewarding retreat this month, the energy is still flowing freely. Join us for another 2 hour session of men's nude yoga and meditation. Our group is unique in that it is focused on building a community of practice amongst men interested in the mind - body -spirit connection. Stripped of clothing and those coverings, we open ourselves up to our own bodies, journeys, hearts and minds. If you have been thinking about changes in your life, deepening your spiritual and physical efforts, working with a group of like minded men - this is a great opportunity for you. The yoga is usually a vinyasa dynamic yoga, accompanied by meditations and yogic breathing. Beginners are welcome. Please advise the instructor if you have any injuries. You need a yoga mat (a few extras available), a block and strap are useful, a sweat towel and a water bottle. For more information contact us on capemensyoga AT gmail.com or bbm on 2a2183bd Classes at 10h00 until noon in Hout ...

Samyama is a concept that features prominently in the Yoga Sutras by Patanjali. Patanjali was either one very wise yogi or a series of authors who honed yoga teaching down to a tight and clear philosophical treatise. Samyama refers to the power of the yogi meditator to study something with great attention, to enter into its character, elements and meaning, and to deeply understand it, including being able to take on some of the characteristics. This could be understanding an element like the Earth, or watching the cycle of our emotions, to understanding how the body works, to being able to understand the flow of life energy through the body. So who cares? This morning I had a dream about teaching concentration and the power of the mind. I would not describe myself as ordinary. My life has been pretty eventful and interesting. My mind was I guess like most people - full of instability, moments of anxiety, looking for good sensations, running away from bad ones. In my thirtie...

Get naked out in the country with the right group of men.... 09 - 12 JANUARY 2014 Dear Yogis, We are ready to take deposits and booking for the Summer 2014 Cape Men's Yoga Retreat. This year's retreat will be 24 hours longer than previous retreat - based on popular demand. This means you have the OPTION of 4 full days and 3 nights retreat OR 3 days and 2 nights. Coming a bit earlier allows you to settle in, start with your meditation and yoga and it means that the transformations you'll experience will likely run deeper than the shorter option. Nonetheless, if you can't get the Thursday off work, you can still come through on the Friday afternoon. The retreat involves a flexible programme of diverse yoga styles and guided meditation. We will be offering ashtanga, vinyasa, hatha, yin and kundalini classes. All of the yoga classes are given nude. We also offer guided meditations, both indoors and outdoors. There is usually also some teaching of y...

Join us this Sunday for 2 hours of yoga and meditation.  We'll be following a vinyasa ashtanga style, with some extra emphasis on arm balancing. Vinyasa is a dynamic and flowing style of yoga, meant to heat the body and move through a series of postures - the sun salutation sequences, standing postures, balancing postures, seated postures, inversions and a meditation. This week there will be study attention given to a variety of arm balancing postures. We will  also return to our practice of guided meditation for the last part of the class. Meditation is one part of the 8 limbs of yoga practice and a valuable life skill. You need to bring a yoga mat, a sweat towel and you may want a water bottle. Class are voluntary - donations are welcome to cover the use of the centre.  We practice in the Hout Bay. The venue is private and convenient for our nude men's practice. Contact us for the specifics on the venue. Email us on capemensyoga AT gmail. com Class starts at 10...

Join us for 2 hours of naked men's yoga this Sunday, 22 September 2013. After several strong vinyasa classes we are going to switch to a very different form of yoga for this class.  Yin works with little to know muscular effort. It is all about letting go. It is the most introspective of the yoga styles. Technically it relies on gravity and putting slow tension onto ligaments, connective tissue and fascia. This is believed to be an important trigger for relieving stress and stimulating natural immunity.   It is also a time to explore your lesser known spaces, the darkness within, still places between jo ints, memories and galaxies within you. If you are new to yoga or want to explore your practice and understanding from another angle, join us for this two hour class. It can be challenging but it is always extraordinary and transformative. All you need is a mat. No sweating or great exertions.  If you are new to yoga or want to explore your practice and unders...

It is a humbling experience. Imagine having a dream about connecting people and sharing life-skills to bring men into a supportive network of yoga practitioners in the full sense of the word. And then it happens! Twenty-one men gathered at the beautiful Bodhi Khaya retreat centre between Gansbaai and Stanford in Western Cape Province for a weekend of yoga and meditation. The theme of the weekend was exploring four basic elements: air, fire, water and earth and how these link to our understanding of ourselves and the India yogic system of chakras. The focus was on the lower chakras which are associated with the main elements and which are governed by the heart. One can take this literally or figuratively. In either form it creates a framework for considering how our body is truly made up of other elements which have come together in such a configuration that it permits us to be alive. And on another level it is a metaphor for how we live, how we balance our habits and attitudes to ...