Moon Day Calender 2014

Traditionally Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga practitioners do not practice on the days of the new and full moon.

The Full Moon energy corresponds to the end of inhalation when the force of prana is greatest. This is an expansive, upward moving force that makes us feel energetic and emotional, but not well grounded.

The New Moon energy corresponds to the end of exhalation when the force of apana is greatest. Apana is a contracting, downward moving force that makes us feel calm and grounded, but dense and disinclined towards physical exertion.

It is considered that during these times of the month our body's natural energy is not conducive to a balanced and mindful practice. We are therefore advised to rest and wait till the effect of the moon eases.

2014 Moon Days are as follows:

	January 01			July 12
	January 15			July 26
	January 30			August 10
	February 14			August 25
	March 01			September 08
	March 16			September 23
	March 30			October 08
	April 15			October 23
	April 29			November 06
	May 14			November 22
	May 28			December 06
	June 13			December 21
	June 27

	= Full Moon
	= New Moon