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Yoga and Yoga -Based Movement Classes:
Introduction to Yoga
Absolute beginners, rejoice! This is your class!! Join us for this introductory level asana class (physical postures) taught in the Vinyasa/Ashtanga style of yoga. Class is appropriate for the absolute beginner, returning practitioner, and those long-time practitioners wanting to reconnect with the roots of the practice. Expect class to be physically challenging although offered at a slow and easy tempo that will allow you to fully explore each posture through your safe, comfortable range of motion, embodying each pose from the floor, up. As we focus on pose alignment, multiple variations will be offered and demonstrated so that you can discover the most supportive alignment for your body and begin to cultivate a yoga practice that is uniquely yours. Classes will include an introduction to all 8 limbs of yoga so that students begin to gain an appreciation of yoga’s history and lineage and an understanding of yoga terminology, philosophy, breathing practices, and meditation.
Absolute beginners, rejoice! This is your class!! Join us for this introductory level asana class (physical postures) taught in the Vinyasa/Ashtanga style of yoga. Class is appropriate for the absolute beginner, returning practitioner, and those long-time practitioners wanting to reconnect with the roots of the practice. Expect class to be physically challenging although offered at a slow and easy tempo that will allow you to fully explore each posture through your safe, comfortable range of motion, embodying each pose from the floor, up. As we focus on pose alignment, multiple variations will be offered and demonstrated so that you can discover the most supportive alignment for your body and begin to cultivate a yoga practice that is uniquely yours. Classes will include an introduction to all 8 limbs of yoga so that students begin to gain an appreciation of yoga’s history and lineage and an understanding of yoga terminology, philosophy, breathing practices, and meditation.
Gentle Vinyasa Flow
With its origins in Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow puts a contemporary spin on its parent practice in this "mixed level" class. Gentle Vinyasa Flow allows for growth and variations as your personal practice progresses making the class accessible to most abilities and all stages of yoga experience. Participants can expect to gain familiarity with, and learn basic principles of alignment in, common Yoga poses. Variations and options are offered and demonstrated in each class creating greater accessibility and allowing for a diversity of body shapes and abilities. Practitioners explore mindfulness practices and meditation for stress reduction, along with Yogic philosophy. No prior Yoga experience necessary. Appropriate for the Absolute Beginner to the Absolutely Legendary!
With its origins in Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow puts a contemporary spin on its parent practice in this "mixed level" class. Gentle Vinyasa Flow allows for growth and variations as your personal practice progresses making the class accessible to most abilities and all stages of yoga experience. Participants can expect to gain familiarity with, and learn basic principles of alignment in, common Yoga poses. Variations and options are offered and demonstrated in each class creating greater accessibility and allowing for a diversity of body shapes and abilities. Practitioners explore mindfulness practices and meditation for stress reduction, along with Yogic philosophy. No prior Yoga experience necessary. Appropriate for the Absolute Beginner to the Absolutely Legendary!
Sunrise Salutations & Somatics
An invigorating and energetic start to your day begins with breathing practices, mindfulness and mantra before exploring the practice of Pranams (prostrations) and variations of Sun Salutations. This active, devotional practice is followed by the slow, tension-reducing movements of Somatics culminating in an extended Savansana (relaxation pose). Class is appropriate for all regardless of yoga experience. Variations are offered and practice can be moved from the floor to a chair or wall practice.
An invigorating and energetic start to your day begins with breathing practices, mindfulness and mantra before exploring the practice of Pranams (prostrations) and variations of Sun Salutations. This active, devotional practice is followed by the slow, tension-reducing movements of Somatics culminating in an extended Savansana (relaxation pose). Class is appropriate for all regardless of yoga experience. Variations are offered and practice can be moved from the floor to a chair or wall practice.
Sunset Yoga
We delve into the myriad benefits of yoga practice through basic pranayama (breathing practices); yoga sequences emphasizing alignment, breathing, and conscious movement; and reflection on yoga philosophy as it applies in our practice and in our daily lives. We strive to make each class a well-rounded session that leaves every participant feeling relaxed, renewed, and well-nourished in body, mind, and spirit. Moderate intensity; some knowledge of yoga helpful but not required.
We delve into the myriad benefits of yoga practice through basic pranayama (breathing practices); yoga sequences emphasizing alignment, breathing, and conscious movement; and reflection on yoga philosophy as it applies in our practice and in our daily lives. We strive to make each class a well-rounded session that leaves every participant feeling relaxed, renewed, and well-nourished in body, mind, and spirit. Moderate intensity; some knowledge of yoga helpful but not required.
Vigorous Vinyasa Flow
Enjoy an energetic, fun, yet challenging physical practice offered in the Vinyasa/Ashtanga style of yoga. Moderate intensity, this class is best suited to those with some prior yoga experience and familiarity with foundational pose names. Expect instruction to be more subtle, with fewer alignment cues but with options and adaptations offered to support your practice. Alongside the physical practice (asana), explore yoga’s ethical precepts, meditation, mantra, breath-work, the Energy Body & the relationship of these concepts to overall health. Appropriate for the yoga Dabbler to the Established Yogin/Yogi!
Enjoy an energetic, fun, yet challenging physical practice offered in the Vinyasa/Ashtanga style of yoga. Moderate intensity, this class is best suited to those with some prior yoga experience and familiarity with foundational pose names. Expect instruction to be more subtle, with fewer alignment cues but with options and adaptations offered to support your practice. Alongside the physical practice (asana), explore yoga’s ethical precepts, meditation, mantra, breath-work, the Energy Body & the relationship of these concepts to overall health. Appropriate for the yoga Dabbler to the Established Yogin/Yogi!
Yoga Conditioning
In this class we utilize controlled movements to strengthen the body and develop joint stability improving range of motion and allowing you to access Yoga postures more safely and confidently. Class includes both mat and chair practices. Gentle cardio is occasionally added to round out the practice. Movement options are demonstrated to support your practice regardless of physicality.
In this class we utilize controlled movements to strengthen the body and develop joint stability improving range of motion and allowing you to access Yoga postures more safely and confidently. Class includes both mat and chair practices. Gentle cardio is occasionally added to round out the practice. Movement options are demonstrated to support your practice regardless of physicality.
Tao: Movement Wellness
Beginning Tai Chi
Tai Chi is continuous, slow, meditative movement and controlled breathing. It has roots in Chinese healing and is widely recognized for its health and wellness benefits. It stems from martial arts and improves strength, flexibility, and balance. Tai Chi is a memory practice as well as a physical practice. The movements, or forms, follow a pre-determined pattern. Each class builds on the previous class. For example, Tai Chi for Arthritis and Yang 24 Forms are two separate Tai Chi practices and would be learned independently from each other. Tai Chi has been recognized by the Center for Disease Control, the National Council on Aging and the Arthritis Foundation for its health and wellness benefits.
Tai Chi is continuous, slow, meditative movement and controlled breathing. It has roots in Chinese healing and is widely recognized for its health and wellness benefits. It stems from martial arts and improves strength, flexibility, and balance. Tai Chi is a memory practice as well as a physical practice. The movements, or forms, follow a pre-determined pattern. Each class builds on the previous class. For example, Tai Chi for Arthritis and Yang 24 Forms are two separate Tai Chi practices and would be learned independently from each other. Tai Chi has been recognized by the Center for Disease Control, the National Council on Aging and the Arthritis Foundation for its health and wellness benefits.
Qigong
Qigong is an ancient practice with roots in Taoism, which seeks to find harmony and balance through nature. Qigong philosophy is reflected in ancient Chinese medicine. It enhances health and well-being though the practice of slow continuous movements, or forms, and controlled breathing. Qigong practice improves strength, flexibility, and balance and can help reduce stress. Qigong forms can flow one into another or stand alone to be practiced through repetition. The structure of a Qigong class is similar to that of a yoga class in that one class does not necessarily build on the previous class, as is the case with Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a form of Qigong; however Tai Chi requires memorizing a pre-determined sequence of forms, whereas Qigong does not.
Qigong is an ancient practice with roots in Taoism, which seeks to find harmony and balance through nature. Qigong philosophy is reflected in ancient Chinese medicine. It enhances health and well-being though the practice of slow continuous movements, or forms, and controlled breathing. Qigong practice improves strength, flexibility, and balance and can help reduce stress. Qigong forms can flow one into another or stand alone to be practiced through repetition. The structure of a Qigong class is similar to that of a yoga class in that one class does not necessarily build on the previous class, as is the case with Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a form of Qigong; however Tai Chi requires memorizing a pre-determined sequence of forms, whereas Qigong does not.
Special Class Opportunities
Monthly Restorative Respite
Join us for this practice of stillness and release. Through the slow, simple movements of Somatic Yoga, our class begins by softening muscles and connective tissues that contribute to pain and tension. We then move into the Restorative Yoga experience where we will explore 4-5 yoga poses, completely supported by props. Restorative Yoga is an intermediate - advanced meditation practiced while resting in various yoga postures.These poses are passive rather than active, meaning that the muscles are in a state of near complete relaxation allowing the mind to soften and surrender. Poses are held for 5-10 minutes each, depending on the posture. Our class finishes in deep relaxation with a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep) often accompanied by the healing vibrations of singing bowls.
Join us for this practice of stillness and release. Through the slow, simple movements of Somatic Yoga, our class begins by softening muscles and connective tissues that contribute to pain and tension. We then move into the Restorative Yoga experience where we will explore 4-5 yoga poses, completely supported by props. Restorative Yoga is an intermediate - advanced meditation practiced while resting in various yoga postures.These poses are passive rather than active, meaning that the muscles are in a state of near complete relaxation allowing the mind to soften and surrender. Poses are held for 5-10 minutes each, depending on the posture. Our class finishes in deep relaxation with a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep) often accompanied by the healing vibrations of singing bowls.