Transported by the vital force of the kinesiologist Carla Castronovo, who has been involved in sporting activities for 40 years in her adopted city, Monreale, a yoga lesson took place yesterday with great success on the splendid terrace of Villa Savoia, made available by the municipal administration. led by Dino Coglitore of the Rishi Culture Center in via Salvatore Bono.
The initiative was sponsored by the Sports Department of the Municipality of Monreale with the Donnattiva and Pro Loco Monreale associations and was a great success both for the splendid morning which seemed to be at the end of summer, and for the splendid recently renovated location, the terrace of Savoy where Dino Coglitore’s lesson was followed with great enthusiasm by around forty sportsmen, including the Tourism Councilor Antonella Romano. Yoga involved the participants in the name of the holistic concept of well-being, which does not limit well-being to the absence of diseases but refers to the connection between body, mind and spirit. The practice of Yoga increases concentration while decreasing stress and stiffness in the body; improves mood, helps to be more aware; invites us to find a rhythm close to the flow of life around and within us.
Those who begin to practice Yoga quickly become aware of the benefits they obtain in the body and mind and it is difficult for them to abandon the mat: it is the most practiced oriental discipline in the world, appreciated at all latitudes and recognized by the UN which established the Day World Yoga Championship: it is June 21st of each year, a symbolic date that coincides with the day of the summer solstice.
The organizers called the meeting this morning Wellbeing begins when you wake up: these are words that have a profound meaning in yoga culture, just think that the best-known yoga sequence is the sun salutation. The Yoga of the Rishi culture uses a progressive method suitable for all ages, it has been operating in Palermo for over 40 years and Dino Coglitore, who has been a student of master Aruna since 1983, says he is not a master but an instructor who teaches a technique. Yoga is not limited to a sequence of postures but becomes a way of life that integrates all aspects of the human experience, so that they act in harmony with each other. A harmony that translates into profound well-being in everyday life.
For the Donnattiva association, the contact person was Professor Carla Castronovo, teacher of Physical Education; for the Pro Loco the president Amelia Crisantino; for the Administration the Sports councilor Salvo Giangreco who brought the greetings of the mayor Alberto Arcidiacono who sent a welcome message to all the participants and the organizers who have already expressed their desire to repeat the initiative.
What specific outcomes do you hope to achieve by integrating yoga into the educational framework in Monreale?
1. Introduction of Guests and their background in relation to the topic:
– Carla Castronovo: As a kinesiologist with 40 years of experience in sporting activities in Monreale, how do you feel about the incorporation of yoga into physical education programs in the city?
– Dino Coglitore: As the founder of the Rishi Culture Center and a yoga instructor for over 40 years, what inspired you to bring yoga to Monreale and how has it been received by the local community?
2. Discussion on the success of the yoga event at Villa Savoia:
– Carla: Can you share your thoughts on how the yoga event at Villa Savoia went? How was the atmosphere and response from those who participated?
– Dino: The terrace of Villa Savoia is a beautiful location for practicing yoga. In what ways does the serene environment contribute to the overall wellness experience of participants?
3. Benefits of yoga for physical and mental health:
- Antonella Romano, the tourism councilor, practiced yoga for the first time at this event. What convinced her to try it out and what are her initial thoughts on the practice?
– Considering yoga’s worldwide popularity, what do you think makes it such a beneficial form of exercise for people of all ages and backgrounds?
4. The integration of yoga into daily life:
– Carla, as a physical education teacher, how do you incorporate yoga into your lesson plans? What are some of the challenges you face in introducing new physical activities to students?
– Dino, you mentioned that yoga is not just about postures but a way of life. Can you expand on this and share ways in which practitioners can integrate yoga into their daily routines?
5. Future plans for yoga in Monreale:
– With the success of this event, are there any plans for more collaborations between the Sports Department, Donnattiva, and Pro Loco Monreale to promote yoga in the city?
– How can local businesses and organizations support the growth of yoga in Monreale and promote wellness initiatives?
