Class Descriptions
We offer GENTLE and VIGOROUS classes
You can get as much or little as you want out of yoga. Your yoga pursuit can focus on the physical or it can expand into spirituality and lifestyle.
There are basically two types of classes offered; Gentle and Vigorous. If it doesn't say Gentle, it's Vigorous.
Absolute Beginners are encouraged to begin with GENTLE classes if you are uncertain of your physical capacity. Fit or ambitious beginners are welcome to take appropriate vigorous classes.
There are basically two types of classes offered; Gentle and Vigorous. If it doesn't say Gentle, it's Vigorous.
Absolute Beginners are encouraged to begin with GENTLE classes if you are uncertain of your physical capacity. Fit or ambitious beginners are welcome to take appropriate vigorous classes.
Class Descriptions
Gentle Yoga - Gentle Krama Yoga practices are taught with Chikitsa Krama, or method for therapy. Classes can vary from a Yin style practice (long passive holds, sometimes more challenging than strengthening/active postures) or a less known Vinyasa Krama style practice that also involves synchronizing breath and movement, similar to vinyasa or Ashtanga but slower and gentler. Occasionally, restorative yoga may also be taught, involving setting up in blissful and relaxing postures with props and remaining there for a number of minutes.
Ashtanga Vinyasa - This is a vigorous style of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009). This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures—a process that can produce an intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.
The morning Ashtanga classes we offer during the week are an abbreviated version of the full series due to time constraints. We focus on the First Series on Mondays, Second Series on Tuesdays, First Series on Wednesdays, Core and Arm Balances/Inversions on Thursdays and First Series on Fridays.
On Sunday mornings, we offer a full 2 hour guided practice called Follow the Yogi. The teacher generally practices with the student and it's usually First Series. When the students are ready for Second Series, we will introduce it, so please join us and let's develop a strong practice together!
One of our students has lost around 80 lbs. in 2 years as a result of a continuous Ashtanga practice with us. He also was able to get off of a cocktail of pharmaceuticals and a breathing machine for his sleep apnea!
On Sunday mornings, we offer a full 2 hour guided practice called Follow the Yogi. The teacher generally practices with the student and it's usually First Series. When the students are ready for Second Series, we will introduce it, so please join us and let's develop a strong practice together!
One of our students has lost around 80 lbs. in 2 years as a result of a continuous Ashtanga practice with us. He also was able to get off of a cocktail of pharmaceuticals and a breathing machine for his sleep apnea!
Vinyasa - Vigorous progression of postures, coordinating breath and movement resulting in a transformation of body, mind and inner peace. Some poses may be held for 5 breaths or more.
- All Levels means there are modifications for beginners and beyond.
- Level 2 means students need to have a fundamental understanding of vinyasa practice.
Beginner Vinyasa - Beginner Vinyasa is the class to introduce you to this flow method of yoga. You will learn to coordinate your breath with movement as we explore the fundamentals of this transformational practice. The progressive movements will lead into sun salutations and a few standing, seated, laying postures and ending in deep relaxation/corpse pose. All levels welcome.
