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Plain-spoken articles for people practising, or thinking about practising, Kriya Yoga in Canada. No hype, no secrets, and honest about what should be learned from a teacher.

Guide · 12 min read

What Is Kriya Yoga?

Kriya Yoga is a yogic path built around the breath, the spine and silent meditation rather than physical postures. This page explains what the practice contains, how Kriya pranayama works, what practitioners commonly notice with regular practice, where the tradition comes from, and how it is learned, plainly and without hype.

Beginners · 12 min read

Kriya Yoga for Beginners: How to Start, Practise at Home and Stay Safe

Kriya Yoga has a reputation for being advanced, secret and hard to reach. The beginning is simpler than that. The foundations are quiet, openly taught practices you can start at home this week, and the deeper techniques come later, with a teacher. This guide covers what to practise, what to expect, what to avoid, and when you need guidance.

Comparison · 6 min read

Kriya Yoga vs Kundalini Yoga: What Is the Difference?

Kriya Yoga and Kundalini Yoga are often confused, partly because both use the word "kriya" and both work with the energy of the spine. They come from different lineages, look different in the room and ask different things of a practitioner. Here is a clear, fair comparison.

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