Gentle Yoga: Mind/Body Fusion
A variation on the basic level that moves more slowly and includes attention to alignment. The class works with inner awareness and the breath, fostering an individual experience and yielding maximum benefits and preventing injury; can be practiced by anyone of any age or condition. A unique sequence of poses, followed by deep relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation, leads to the encountering of one’s own, true self.
Proved effective through thousands of years, Hatha Yoga is one of the most beneficial practices one can pursue for the general wellness and balance of the body and mind. Benefits include:
Proved effective through thousands of years, Hatha Yoga is one of the most beneficial practices one can pursue for the general wellness and balance of the body and mind. Benefits include:
- increased vitality, flexibility, and self-confidence
- improved circulation and digestion
- a concentrated, meditative attitude, bringing clarity to the mind
- a loose, relaxed, energized body
- optimum strength and health
- Gentle-style yoga classes serve a variety of distinct needs: people with movement limitations, or profound stiffness due to lack of activity; relief from disabilities and chronic conditions e.g., arthritis, back pain and other musculo-skeletal issues; recovery from surgery, illness or injury; for seniors, new practitioners, women who are pregnant and those seeking stress-reduction or weight management. A gentle yoga approach has even been found to be an important compliment in programs to reverse heart disease or provide relief from the challenging conditions of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, as well as mood disorders.
- Gentle yoga classes are typically described as appropriate for those who want a softer, nurturing, slow-paced, well-supported and relaxing practice. The approach hopefully includes carefully orchestrated movements, controlled pressure, and well-measured stretches, including range of motion exercises. Postures may be approached in gradual steps, with plenty of time to focus on breathing and repetition so that the practice is simple to do and easy to remember. A gentle yoga style encourages a highly individualized approach to practice with on-going encouragement to make moment-to-moment adjustments.
Hatha Open Flow
All Levels with modifications for beginners and the well-trained alike. Start with vinyasa flow to warm up, and include standing poses and core work. The majority of class is designed for students of all levels with focus on alignment. The classes typically build towards peak poses or anatomical focus. Students are always encouraged to modify and explore postures in a way that is right for them. Pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation are introduced.
Beginning Flow
All Levels. Alignment and slow flow. Modifications taught and encouraged. Pleasure and fun, breathing, moving, smiling. Basic Hatha poses for beginners with the option to go deeper. This class is designed to start with vinyasa flow to warm up, and include standing poses and core work. For students who feel the urge to move seamlessly from one posture to the next with the grace of a dancer and the mindfulness of a yogi. Poses are held for a moderate length of time to create awareness in the mind and body. Pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation are introduced.
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Entrance to Class
To ensure entrance to class, please preregister and arrive at least 5 minutes before class begins. Payment is required before entry to class.
To ensure entrance to class, please preregister and arrive at least 5 minutes before class begins. Payment is required before entry to class.