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Yoga: a mental discipline focused on achieving a state of spiritual insight, harmony and tranquility - in the west, the term "yoga" is most commonly understood as a system of physical exercise techniques that are practiced as part of this discipline.
Center: an area that is approximately central within some larger region - a place where the members of a community can gather for social, cultural or business activities.
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Namaste is pronounced "nah-mah-stay" 
What is "Namaste"?
The gesture "Namaste" symbolizes the belief that there is a divine essence within each of us that is located in the heart chakra. The gesture is an acknowledgment of the soul in one by the soul in another. "Nam" means bow, "as" means I, and "te" means you. Therefore, Namaste translates to mean: "I bow to you."
When spoken to another person, it is commonly accompanied by a slight bow made with hands pressed together, palms touching and fingers pointed upwards in front of your chest.
To indicate deep respect, the gesture is done by placing the hands together in front of your brow chakra (the Third-Eye) and bowing your head while bringing your hands down to your heart. The Third-Eye Chakra is considered an energy-center that is located in the center of your forehead - or brow - and it is associated with spiritual truth.
Reverence for god - or for the holiest of persons - may be indicated by placing the hands completely above the head. You can also practice the Namaste gesture as a meditation technique to go deeper inside your heart chakra.
In the west, the word "Namaste" is usually spoken along with the gesture but in India, the gesture alone signifies Namaste and therefore, it is usually unnecessary to say the word while bowing.
For teacher and student, Namaste allows the energy of two individuals to come together and to connect without ego. If it is done with sincerity in your heart and with your mind surrendered, a deep union of spirits can blossom.
Ideally, Namaste should be done both at the beginning and at the end of class. Usually, it is done at the end of class because your mind is clearer and the energy in the room is more peaceful.
The teacher initiates Namaste as a symbol of gratitude and respect toward the student and to the lineage of teachers that they have learned from. In return, the teacher’s gesture invites the students to connect with their lineage, thereby allowing the truth to flow that we are all one when we live from the heart.
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