Comments on: Yoga and Skepticism

By: billl

billl — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:19:08 +0000

I have not been into yoga, but have been an atheist since a kid. Recently I learned the “Down Dog” pose as a recommendation by a colleague. I have plantar fasciitis and this pose and other techniques have helped spark my interest in yoga.

I’m hesitant to go to classes, particularly with the mysticism so prevalent in yoga. I do think some sports clubs that offer all sorts of classes (spinning) do not introduce mysticism in yoga. I would be wierded out the first time someone tells me to pray in a class. I’d wallk out!

By: Ubiquitous Che

Ubiquitous Che — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:27:19 +0000

I get the feeling you’re right.

Yet if we think in terms of niche markets, if enough people want a service, then eventually someone will come along to deliver that service.

I suspect the demand isn’t high enough just yet – but I suspect that particular niche might just be a growing market.

By: Mikel

Mikel — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:56:27 +0000

A yoga studio that only includes the rational bits of yoga philosophy? And also has really good teachers?

That would be a nice find.

I have a feeling that most of the people dedicated enough to be really good teachers are very likely to be caught up in some of the woo…I could be wrong though.

By: Ubiquitous Che

Ubiquitous Che — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:39:46 +0000

I stopped attending group-zazen sessions for similar reasons.

Hmm… Could there be a niche avaliable for secular yoga or meditation groups?

Interesting thought, that.