An introduction to the ancient science of Yoga. Yoga is the disciplining of all human powers - physical, metal, moral and spiritual. Then aim is not only bodily strength but health, stamina and mental awareness - qualities that people need whether at work or play. This documentary shows some Asanas which, if practised, can serve as a foundation of good health.
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In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012223
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India - Social life and customs
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Discipline
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Discipline
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Meditation
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Yoga
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)