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Class Descriptions
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Class Levels:

Level 1: Build on and review basic postures and breath techniques learned in the Intro Series.  Appropriate for those with little or no yoga experience.

Level 2: Intermediate students.  A solid understanding of basic postures, breath techniques and sun salutations recommended.

Level 3: Intermediate to advanced students.  At least one year of consistent practice recommended.

Class Types:

Ashtanga: A system of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois.  This method of  yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a set series of postures and building heat and energy in the body.

Core: Integrate your entire body with focused movements from your core.  A great class to build low-back and abdominal strength.

Family Yoga: Come join your child in a playful Yoga journey! Family Yoga is a great opportunity for children, parents and even grandparents to do something together and learn from each other. The benefits of yoga for kids include improved coordination, strength, balance, and flexibility. It nourishes creativity, concentration, sensory awareness and a positive self image in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Yoga teaches you how to relax, reduce stress and encourages generosity, respect and compassion. We will play yoga games, go on journeys to exotic places, sing, dance and express what we are doing through yoga poses. At the end of class we will have some quiet time and relaxation.

Gentle Hatha: Enjoy the benefits of Hatha yoga at a slower, more restorative pace.  Great for all levels, those working through injuries, and those just beginning a physical exercise routine.

Hatha: Develop balance, strength, flexibility, and breath control in held postures with this alignment-based class.  Teaching styles vary.  You can visit our Instructors Page to find the right teacher for you.

Hatha Flow: Find balance between effort and relaxation in a class that combines the strength of held postures and the serenity of breath-directed movement.  Classes are based around the the fluid movements of the sun salutation and other breath-directed movements. 
 
Hour of Power: Be prepared to sweat in this fast-paced, vinyasa style class.  Knowledge of Surya Namaskar is helpful. An open mind is essential.  With fun and flow we will work with the support of music and our spirits through several vinyasa variations. In this well-rounded hour, we will include an opening, flowing center and meditation closing.  

Move Breathe Meditate: Deepen your practice in this unique flow class that is as physically challenging as it is spiritually rich. Move mindfully through asana sequences and dedicate yourself to more than just the physical aspects of yoga with the help of pranayama (breathing techniques) and guided meditation. Challenge your mind, body, and spirit in this ninety-minute class, and receive lessons from the mat to take into the world.  

Nia: Nia is a path to condition, heal, and express yourself through movement and sensation. A dynamic blend of dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts, Nia has been revolutionizing the face of fitness since 1983, and has since changed millions of lives and bodies across the globe. Balancing technical precision with free-form expression, Nia brings the body, mind, emotions, and spirit to optimum health through music, movement, and self-expression. Nia is designed for any body. It is ageless and limitless, transformational and effective, for every person everywhere - from athletes, dancers and fitness instructors, to children, special needs groups and the elderly. With the philosophy, Through Movement We Find Health, Nia addresses the whole person through music and movement integrated from nine traditional movement forms.

Prenatal: Our prenatal class will provide you with poses that help reduce the pain and tension experienced in pregnancy while simultaneously preparing the body and mind for childbirth.  The practice will focus on postures safe for pregnancy and will also help build strength to support the growth and changes occurring in the body. Additionally you will find  support and community created through practicing with other expecting mothers.  This class is open to those with a steady practice or those who are new to yoga.  For experienced practitioners this will be a great place to learn modifications to bring to your personal practice. This class is suitable for women from their first trimester all the way through their third trimester.

Vinyasa: Let your mind go in this high energy flow class.  A challenging, heat-building practice focused on continual, fluid movement.  A fundamental understanding of sun salutations, postures, and breath technique required.

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Last Updated ( Thursday, 28 January 2010 )