Join us for Pranayama! Pranayama: The control of breath leads to control of the mind, a key practice for reaching deeper levels of concentration and meditation, according to the Haṭha Yoga Pradīpikā, a 15th-century yoga manual. Modern science shows that breathwork techniques can affect things your body does automatically, like breathing, heart rate, and how your body responds to stress. Controlled breathing helps people manage stress, improve focus, and boost both physical and mental performance. This guided Pranayama class will teach various techniques to regulate inhalation, exhalation, and breath retention, helping you manage stress, sharpen focus, reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and develop a deeper awareness of the body and mind. Pranayama is for those of any level of experience with an interest in exploring both body and mind. For advanced practitioners, pranayama can transcend the physical and prepare the mind for higher states of meditation, making it an important component of a yoga practice.