Stress anyone? From toddlers to seniors can benefit from reduced stress! Has life become too complicated to manage? It is time to get back to 101s of life management. You have come to the right place! Welcome to GYHC!

GYHC is a Science of Living institution serving all ages with authentic Yoga and Holistic therapy at affordable tuition, focused on creating Friends Of Yoga (YOGA-MITRA) for harmony, health, and happiness.

We are in our 5th year at the present location serving the community. Our vision is to simplify and demystify life management and our mission is to serve the community with authentic holistic learning services at affordable tuition. Founders of GYHC have been serving the community since 1991.

A typical Friends of Yoga Program consists of consistent practice of body warm-ups followed by breath warm-ups, postures to build strength, flexibility, tone and improving circulation, and to relieve back and neck pain; breathing techniques to improve lung capacity to build stamina, resistance to allergies, asthma, coughs and colds, manage and reduce stress, anxiety, anger and pain; conscious relaxation to create a healing environment in the body and mind, and meditation to clear the mind and improve concentration and focus.

Benefits of Yoga are tremendous! Experience them all at GYHC!

GYHC also offers holistic services including Shiatsu, Nutritional counseling, lively Music and Dance.

What to bring?

Wear loose and comfortable clothing; bring a bath towel/mat, your body with a light or empty stomach; a full mind, and a smile!

Please consult with your Doctor if there are any health concerns before undertaking Yoga.

How to register?

In person at GYHC OR at the Bridgewater Recreation office OR visit us at  www.gurukulyoga.com OR you can email us at  gurukul@gurukulyoga.com OR by calling the GYHC at (908) 526-0002.

Yoga-Mitra Program Description

• Y-M-1 Adults (65-minutes)
  This class is a beginner/intermediate level for adults/seniors. We cover basic postures, breathing techniques, relaxation and meditation.
   
•  Y-M-1 &2 Adults (75-minutes)
  This class is an intermediate/ advanced practitioners. We cover slightly advanced postures held for longer time. We also cover more breathing techniques and longer meditation. Serious Aspirants and Teachers are more than welcome!
   
• Y-M Juniors (6-13years) (50-minutes)
  Fun-filled class with basic flow of postures, introduction to breathing and relaxation techniques, focus on postures to improve core strength, flexibility and breathing techniques to improve focus, stamina, temperament for helping studies and sports alike!
   
• Y-M Teens (12-17yrs) (50-minutes)
  Same as juniors with more focus on leadership, sports and stress reduction to prepare for the real world!
   
• Y-M Mommy &Me (3-6yrs) with a parent/ caregiver (30-minutes)
  Come hop like a bunny, go for a snake walk, roam around like a Giraffe or hum like a bee! A fun filled class with focus on proper breathing and quiet time. Get a head-start on healthy living!
   
• Breathing, Relaxation & Meditation Clinic (addiction cessation) (45-minutes)
  This class is for Juniors/Teens/Adults/Seniors for focusing on the breathing and meditative aspects of Yoga to improve resistance to Asthma and allergies; manage and reduce stress; wean off addictions, and create peace of mind! Learn Yogic breathing (Praanayaama), Conscious Relaxation (Yoga-Nidra) Meditation (Dhyaana) to purify the body, mind, and the soul!
   
• Body-Mind Sculpting through Sun Salutations(New)(45-minutes)
  This class is for Juniors/Teens/Adults/Seniors. Experience the power of Sun Salutations practice for sculpting/shaping your body and mind! Improve flexibility, strength and focus through this moving, invigorating practice!
   
• Holistic Workshops: Learn about various holistic solutions through proper nutrition, Yoga, aroma-therapy to counter various major physical and mental health issues including Thyroid, Diabetes, Depression, addictions and more...
   
• Naada-Yoga(Tablaa): Naada means rhythmic sound in Sanskrut! We have Tablaa Classes (Indian Drums - Percussion Instrument) for all ages. Sound is an excellent healer and Tablaa is a great instrument to learn to enjoy the healing power of sound!