Search - Gurutej Kaur: Chakra Yoga for Mental Clarity on DVD

Gurutej is a wonderful teacher

Alexandra | 12/06/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Having heard so much about the wonder of Kundalini yoga, I bought this tape and tried it out right away. It is now a part of my regular cycle of yoga tapes, and I do it 2 or 3 times per week, alternated with Power Yoga workouts. The beginning of the tape features Gurutej, on a sunny, grass covered Malibu Mountain top, explaining what Kundalini is, what it means to your body and what to expect. Then Gurutej and her small class take you through a series of 2 "exercises" for each of our eight Chakras. She explains everything very well, emphasizes the breath (sometimes slow and deep, sometimes breath of fire), and every posture is gentle and approachable. The tape also features some chanting and a meditative session at the end accompanied by 2 gongs/bowls and really clears your head and relaxes you. I feel like my lungs get a workout as much as my body, and my spirit just feels more free and calm at the end. I think this is a wonderful tape for anyone who is interested in yoga for reasons beyond the aesthetic and cosmetic. Bear in mind, Kundalini is VERY different from other forms of yoga. You will not be sweating and quaking, but you will feel loose, healthy and vibrant."

A Wonderful Workout And Introduction To Kundalini Yoga

lmont123 | Chicago, IL United States | 06/05/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you want to try Kundalini Yoga to find out if it's right for you, this is the video to buy. This was my first Kundalini Yoga video. I'd practiced Hatha Yoga for years before ever hearing about Kundalini Yoga. The exercises challenged my stamina and flexibility at first as I'd gotten out of shape, but became easy after several months of daily practice. Now I use this video when I want a less rigorous practice.You can use this video daily if you are careful not to strain yourself. (I still use firm, flat pillows to protect my knees).Gurutej Kaur introduces you the basics of Kundalini Yoga. You are introduced to the bhandas (locks) pranayama(breathing exercises), mudras(hand positions), and mantras (chanting) that are a part of Kundalini Yoga. She explains the purpose and meaning of these as you go through the postures. I would not practice a chant or anything else if I did not understand its purpose and meaning. Now that I am more advanced, I use the extra time to hold the postures longer, deepening the practice. The ability to focus, to tune inward while maintaining awareness of the outer environment, is one of the many fruits of yoga practice. I suspect that those reviewers who express annoyance with the amount of instruction do not understand this.Kundalina Yoga is for serious yoga practitioners. If you are on a spiritual path, it will enhance your awareness of your inner divinity and your ability to create the life you want. Gurutej Kaur wears a turban because she practices the Sikh religion as does Yogi Bhajan, the guru that brought this yoga from India to the west. You don't have to practice the Sikh religion to practice this yoga and no mention of it is made on the video.After having purchased several wonderful Kundalini Yoga videos, this is the one I'd recommend to those who want an introduction to Kundalini Yoga."

Yoga you can feel

Alexandra | 05/08/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This video is an amazing workout for your body, mind, and spirit. Some sets are challenging, others are soothing and relaxing. Kundalini Yoga is different from other types of yoga - be prepared to do some moving! I noticed that if I have a headache or back/neck ache, they are completely gone by the end of the video. Gurutej is a wonderful, down to earth teacher that explains the Chakras and exercises well, and encourages you on. As you become more experineced you can just play the video to music or fast foward thru the explainations. It ends with a wonderful chant and crystal bowl healing meditation. This is one yoga video that you will walk away from feeling a big difference!"

A DAILY MUST

ehosemail | New York | 01/22/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I enthusiastically recommend this video for anyone at any level. It is easy to follow and very informative. More than an exercise program, it aligns your body and spirit, giving you a great sense of strength, clarity, and inner peace. You will be led through gentle yet challenging poses and movements using varied breathing techniques and occasional chanting. If you are open to experiencing this, you will find it has great rewards."