Tibetan Yoga

“It’s wonderful when thirty years of study and practice flow into words that bring an ancient and magnificent tradition to life. These colorfully named practices address bodily and emotional stumbling blocks to optimal living. They combine unique sounds, imagery, and movement as pathways toward a more natural and fundamental sense of being. Clear and authentic.”

“Tibetan Yoga reveals a treasure trove of simple, deep body practices that profoundly expand the tools for most contemporary practitioners of meditation. While traditional Tibetan meditation and mind-training tools have become widely known, studied, and applied, these magical movement practices have been hidden from greater knowledge until now. Chaoul is the perfect guide on the journey of embodying this ancient wisdom—his devotion to scholarly and spiritual depth is complemented by his contemporary scientific grounding and expertise as a teacher. This book awakens not only the subtle body but also our sense of wonder and joy as we learn how to become the kestrel, the donkey, the tigress, the peacock, and more!”

“An extraordinary teaching of the inner and secret practices of the Bön tradition’s yoga and the power of these practices to awaken and heal.”

“Alejandro Chaoul offers the gift of his lifelong passion for studying the ancient tradition of Tibetan yoga so that we may all benefit from these practices. Whether you are looking to heal your heart, body, or mind, this book sets forth a clear path to aid in your journey toward wholeness.”

“Reading Tibetan Yoga is equivalent to receiving the transmission of this ancient art directly from the mouth of a master. Chaoul reveals the secret of freedom through motion: how we too, can discover magic and wisdom in a way that is accessible, joyful, and liberating.”

“Lucid and accessible, this treasure provides a rare portal to the hidden oral teachings of Tibetan yoga. Alejandro Chaoul has been permitted to share these in order to bring healing and wholeness to the Western world. A remarkable achievement!”

“Thorough and accessible, this precious book is a gift that opens us up to the unfamiliar yet profound ancient teachings of Tibetan yoga. Exquisitely clear instructions along with commentaries by Tibetan wisdom masters illuminate how these magical movements can clear away obstacles and lead to internal transformation at the deepest level, and to improvements in health and well-being.”

 

“In this time when yoga in the West has become singularly aligned with Instagram-worthy physical prowess, Alejandro Chaoul’s new book reminds us that the real magic of yoga is how anybody and everybody can experience true transformation. The richness of Tibetan Yoga is the integration of inspiring wisdom with accessible practices that help us take care of the whole world by taking care of ourselves. Simply put, Alejandro Chaoul’s teachings on magical movements are a tremendous gift to yogis everywhere.”

“What a wonderful book—Alejandro Chaoul’s Tibetan Yoga! How magnificent is the Bön Buddhist tradition, coming from one of the buddhas prior to our Shakyamuni Buddha, so well known today! Dr. Chaoul’s marvelous research into the text and practices is outstanding. And on top of that, his work to offer Tibetan yoga wisdom and subtle neurological art to cancer patients is pathbreaking, making it relevant to their healing! I cannot recommend this book highly enough as an authentic, creative, delightful, and powerfully transformative teaching that, if studied and applied sincerely, can change people’s lives for the better!”

“An open-minded and fascinating exploration of the practices, history, and context of Tibetan yoga. This book is easy to read while packed with practical yet ancient lessons that join movement, mind, and breath in imaginative, deeply transforming ways to bring stability and clarity on and off the sitting cushion. A must for students of yoga and Buddhism alike.”

“In Tibetan Yoga, Alejandro Chaoul masterfully reveals important, yet lesser known, mind-body practices. Using the metaphor of magic, Chaoul takes us on a beautiful journey that is personal, historical, and practical. Providing a step-by-step approach, Tibetan Yoga teaches us how to incorporate these ancient practices into everyday life, resulting in profound improvements in the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of our lives.”

“This is a wonderfully illuminating book on the central Tibetan meditative practice involving physical motion. With exceptionally clear, detailed instructions on the practices, abundant and interwoven contextualization, and two lengthy translations, Alejandro Chaoul offers a splendid gateway into understanding the ‘magical movements’ tradition in its theory and practice.”