Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

Enhancement for Shirodhara
This series of guided breathing techniques improves and balances the flow of the vital life force – prana. Focusing on bhastrikas (rapid abdominal breathing) and kapalabhatti (rapid inhalation and exhalation), the session also incorporates anapana (a simple process of following the breath to calm the mind) and anuloma viloma (alternate-nostril breathing).

Enhancement for Elakkizhi
Sushumna relates to the pranic channel that runs upwards from the base of the spine. Designed specifically for those with back problems, this type of yoga comprises a sequence of simple postures to balance and stabilize the spine, relax the mind and redirect body energy to relieve persistent pain.

Enhancement for tantric rituals
An ancient form of yoga aimed at stimulating and freeing the kundalini – the untapped energy at the base of the spine – and allowing it to move upwards, awakening the seven chakras. The emphasis is on controlling the breath in conjunction with physical movements, thus exploring the effects of the prana (vital energy) on the asanas (poses).

Enhancement for Zaanta Nidraa
Meaning "union through sound," this ancient spiritual art and science enables us to fine tune our bodies and minds to resonate with the harmony in all of creation. Nada yoga includes techniques that harness the subtle vibrations of sound, asanas designed to mirror nature’s perfection, rituals to purify and redeem the past and meditation to tune us into the divine current of life around us.

Enhancement for Thai massage
Meaning "flow," vinyasa yoga resembles a dance due to the smooth way the poses run together. The transition from one pose to the next is synchronized with an inhalation or exhalation. Recommended for participants who enjoy things being a little loose and unpredictable and who like to move.

Enhancement for therapeutic massage
Recommended for practitioners who are already quite fit, enjoy exercising and want a minimal amount of chanting and meditation with their yoga. The focus is on postures that enhance strength and flexibility.

Enhancement for pregnancy massage
A wonderful way to focus on quality "you time," keep in shape and prepare for the birth process. Gentle and specially adapted asanas make for a safe and enjoyable experience for new and experienced practitioners alike.

Enhancement for in-depth ayurvedic programmes and immersions (3 to 28 days)
Patanjali yoga constitutes pure yoga therapy, focused on body discipline, mental control and meditation. Combining eight internal and external cleansing practices as outlined by sage Patanjali in his Yoga Sutras, this method detoxifies the body, builds strength, fortifies the nervous system and balances the subtle energy channels. Students progress through the series at their own pace and comfort in the quest for divine stability and contemplation.

Children are naturally flexible, and yoga is the perfect exercise to maintain this trait from an early age. Children’s yoga is all about keeping things simple. In addition to learning the poses, this experience will encourage kids to explore the unfamiliar with open minds, strengthen the body-mind-spirit connection and improve awareness, coordination and stress relief.