Cyclic Yoga: A Modern Registered Style of Yoga

Cyclic Yoga is a contemporary and innovative style of yoga, officially registered both in Iran and internationally. This unique method has been developed based on a modernized approach to the traditional practices of yoga, integrating Asana (physical postures), Pranayama (breath regulation), and Mudras (gestural techniques) in a systematic and purposeful manner.

This style was co-founded by Master Maya Machawe and Dr.Saed Ahmadi, and has been taught in Iran since 1997 (1376 in the Iranian calendar). Cyclic Yoga is structured around a series of carefully designed cycles, each consisting of a sequence of asanas and facilitating movements intended to enhance physical alignment, flexibility, and inner awareness.

One of the defining characteristics of Cyclic Yoga is the meticulous attention given to the order and flow of movements within each cycle. The sequences are not arranged arbitrarily but are intelligently crafted to consider both the level of difficulty and the preparatory needs of the body. This ensures that each posture builds on the previous one, creating a harmonious progression that both maximizes physical benefit and minimizes the risk of strain or injury.

Moreover, the thoughtful sequencing of asanas in each cycle is designed so that the therapeutic and energetic effects of the postures complement and reinforce each other. As a result, practitioners experience a deeper level of benefit from their practice, whether their aim is physical vitality, emotional balance, or mental clarity.

To gain a better understanding of how to perform these cycles, we invite you to visit the page titled “How to Practice the Cycles”, where the techniques and structure are explained in more detail.

If your goal is to increase your overall energy levels, or conversely to calm the body and reduce physical stimulation, it is important to choose the appropriate time of day for your practice. Practicing at different times can produce significantly different effects on the body and mind.

To learn more about this unique approach and its principles, please refer to the page “What is Cyclic Yoga?”, where the philosophy and methodology behind this style are thoroughly introduced.