TEACHER TRAINING Afrikan Yoga (PIMAY Method) – Core Overview 1. What Is Afrikan Yoga? A Nile Valley–rooted system of movement, breathwork, and lifestyle based on Smai Tawi (unity of the self). The PIMAY Method—named after the Kemetic word for lion—embodies strength, discipline, and inner mastery. 2. Why “Afrikan Yoga”? Globally recognisable term Re‑centers Africa as a yogic origin Distinguishes it from Indian‑based yoga in Africa Uses Pan‑African spelling (K) 3. Foundations Grounded in: Kemetic philosophy & Neteru movements Temple and papyrus iconography Nile Valley civilizations (Egypt → Southern Africa) African groups with Kemetic lineage (Dogon, Yoruba, Akan, Maasai, Zulu, etc.) 4. What Makes the PIMAY Method Unique Key features include: Rhythmic, continuous movement Breath‑led sequencing Live or recorded drumming Elemental awareness (Earth, Water, Fire, Air) Use of sticks, stretch bands, crystals, toning, and affirmations Focus areas: heat generation, mobility, flexibility, strength, and energetic alignment. 5. Key Texts & Iconography The method draws from ancient sources such as: Temple of Luxor Temple of Horus (Edfu) Abbas Papyrus Edwin Smith Papyrus Rind Mathematical Papyrus These depict postures, breath practices, healing systems, and cosmological principles.