Hatha yogaHath‧a yo‧ga /ˌhɑːtə ˈjəʊɡə, ˌhɑːθə- $ -ˈjoʊ-/ noun [uncountable]a type of yoga in which most of the exercises are done in a standing position, and none are done sitting down. People also breathe in a special way that allows them to relax and meditate while they exercise.