It\u2019s difficult enough learning the flow and how to move into particular poses without the added stress of not being able to hear instructions. Music can sometimes make it difficult to listen to instructions, consider that not all students will have as keen an ear as others in the class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>The benefits of music in yoga <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019ve looked at the cons and learned that it might be best to favor particular styles of music set at low volumes. Here are a few of the benefits of using music during yoga. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Music has helped with the popularity of yoga<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yoga can be intimate and too intimate for many. Music is a great way to ease into the practice and is something that has helped it to become so popular in the Western world. The Western world has turned to yoga for the physical benefits, and a class set to music can be more appealing for this purpose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Music can encourage relaxation<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Music can be the key to helping students relax during a class. Even things like a loud rumbling stomach can be enough to make people feel embarrassed and ready to walk away from yoga forever! Self-consciousness is less of a focus when there is music to distract. The more you practice, the more you will be able to turn inward and away from the body anyway! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Music can improve focus<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During yoga, music gives us something to focus on other than our bodies. Concentrating on the music can clear the mind from stress outside of the studio and concerns over getting the practice \u2018right\u2019 inside the studio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though yoga is intended to be calming, beginners can find it difficult – their minds are buzzing with thoughts, and clearing them can take a lot of practice. Music can be crucial to getting a student to fall in love with yoga before turning inwards and noticing how the method is helping their mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Music can add to a class<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Carefully selected music can be one of the best things about a yoga class. You can add so much to a class, and bring power with a well-curated playlist. Well-timed songs can be used to the ebb and flow with the class, as well as help students become more involved in their practice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Can music help or hinder yoga practice? <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019ve discussed the pros and cons of using music in a yoga class, but ultimately does it help or hinder? Unfortunately, there is no direct answer to this; it depends on so many variables! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Here\u2019s what you need to consider<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A preference or dislike for music will depend on the individual teacher and the individual student. We\u2019re yet to find a way of teaching that appeals to everyone, and I\u2019m quite sure that it doesn\u2019t exist! With that in mind, all students need to know that they can rely on the music to add value to the class and take nothing away from it. A right playlist takes time to design, but once you\u2019ve got a few tucked up your sleeve, your work is done! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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