Class Descriptions
For adults, Clarissa teaches a creative and energetic practice primarily based on the performance of a series of poses (asanas) known as the Sun Salutation. Vinyasa Flow is an eclectic style of Yoga that incorporates a wide variety of Yoga postures and breathing practices throughout the class. The flowing postures and breath-synchronized movement of a Flow class promote flexibility and coordination while gently increasing strength and stamina. With consistent practice, all classes will leave you feeling rejuvenated, clear-minded, with a deeper knowledge of self and mind-body awareness.
* Please contact Clarissa at paintedlotusyoga@gmail.com with questions or concerns. Should you have special considerations for your practice, Clarissa can customize a supportive and meaningful class experience for you.
Please visit the Painted Lotus Yoga Kids tab for detailed description of kids classes.
Gentle Flow
Introductory level class, allowing for growth and variations as your personal practice progresses. This class focuses primarily on gaining familiarity with, and basic principles of alignment in, common Yoga poses. Variations and options are offered and demonstrated in each class making traditional poses accessible to practitioners who are healing or have special considerations for their practice. Practitioners are introduced to mindfulness practices and meditation for stress reduction, along with Yogic philosophy. No prior Yoga experience necessary.
Open Vinyasa Flow (all levels)
Open Vinyasa Flow is appropriate for most levels of yoga experience beyond absolute beginner. Knowledge of common pose names is helpful but not required. We work toward more fluid transitioning in Sun Salutations and explore variations to the traditional sequence creating a challenging yet accessible practice for all practitioners. Deeper variations of basic poses are offered with the occasional introduction of inversions and backbends along with their preparatory poses (absolutely no unsupported headstand...ever). While maintaining focus on proper alignment, students can expect instruction to be more subtle than in a Gentle Flow class. We expand the exploration of Yogic philosophy, meditation, the concept of the Energy Body and their relationship to overall health.
Restorative
This class is a practice in stillness and release. We spend about an hour exploring 4-5 different yoga poses, completely supported by props. Poses are passive rather than active, meaning that the muscles are in a near complete state of relaxation allowing the mind to completely surrender. Poses are held for 5-10 minutes each depending on the posture. We incorporate slow, rhythmic movements throughout to further increase relaxation of the mind and the release of connective tissues. The last 30 minutes is spent in deep relaxation with a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep) often accompanied by the healing vibrations of singing bowls.
This class is a practice in stillness and release. We spend about an hour exploring 4-5 different yoga poses, completely supported by props. Poses are passive rather than active, meaning that the muscles are in a near complete state of relaxation allowing the mind to completely surrender. Poses are held for 5-10 minutes each depending on the posture. We incorporate slow, rhythmic movements throughout to further increase relaxation of the mind and the release of connective tissues. The last 30 minutes is spent in deep relaxation with a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep) often accompanied by the healing vibrations of singing bowls.
Meditation and Mindful Discourses (Satsang)
"Join us for our weekly satsang where we endeavor to come to a clearer understanding of the nature of our energetic universe through meditation and discussion of Yogic and various global philosophies and concepts. Explore how a mediation practice and simple ritual can restore energetic balance, positively affect health and vitality, and deepen your spiritual practice. Approximately 30-45 minutes is spent on discussion and the occasional experiential activity to integrate the concept more fully. The remaining 30-45 minutes is spent in deep relaxation through a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep).
Satsang: Sanskrit word loosely translated to mean, "in the company of truth", spiritual discourse or sacred gathering".
Satsang: Sanskrit word loosely translated to mean, "in the company of truth", spiritual discourse or sacred gathering".
