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Anusara-Inspired Flow Based on the idea of heart-opening and awakening and using a specific set of alignment principles, Anusara-inspired seeks to allow the inner spirit to flourish through creativity, self-discovery and openness.
Ashtanga A fast-paced series of sequential poses, as developed by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. Ashtanga incorporates Ujjayi breath, vinyasa flow, bandha control and concentration in order to build heat, purify the body, and calm the mind. Best learned gradually, new students are encouraged to begin with an intro/half-primary class, building up to the full sequence of the primary series. Although challenging, the practice is easily modified to suit all levels and individual needs.
Foundations of Ashtanga This class is suitable for beginners. Unlike the mysore-style class where students practice at their own pace and level; in this class, students will be led through the first half of the primary series (up to Navasana) with the traditional vinyasa counting system. This class will teach the student a sense of rhythm and flow, while also emphasizing the correct number of breaths for each posture in association with transition. Instruction is provided on foundational breathing principles, Suryanamaskar A and B, and actions for each asana.
Guided Moon Sequence Students are guided through the entire Moon Sequence as developed and taught by Matthew Sweeney (www.yogatemple.com). Matthew is an advanced practitioner of Ashtanga Yoga, having completed the Advanced B section (4th series). He developed the Moon Sequence as a cooling and therapeutic compliment and alternative to the Ashtanga primary series. It is designed to be quite calming, but also energetic in its effects. The sequence works the entire body, but is particularly effective at opening the hips, shoulders, and sacral areas.
Deep Stretch The class includes some slow deep hip opening stretches and moves into a movement practice of connecting postures through breath.
Gentle Yoga is for students at all levels, focusing on yoga postures that gently stretch the body, breath awareness to reduce stress and enhance energy, and deep relaxation.
Hatha Yoga (various levels) includes all forms of physical yoga. This class typically includes a variety of static postures that help improve flexibility and strength. Some experience with yoga is preferable, but not necessary.
Morning Yoga is the perfect way to awaken the body, mind and spirit. This class is an invigorating, energetic morning vinyasa flow yoga class. Incorporating asana, pranayama and meditation, this class will get your blood flowing, clear your mind, and prepare you for your day. This class is open to all ages and levels.
Nia is a joyful and exhilarating practice combining movements from martial arts, yoga, and dance. Balancing technical precision and freeform bliss, Nia is a self-healing technique that allows all of you - inner child, athlete, seeker, artist, warrior and dancer - to expressively emerge. Guided by dynamic, uplifting beats and rhythms, you will share the joy of movement and release in a safe, loving space. Enjoy feeling strong, graceful, and alive in body, mind, and spirit. Nia is suitable for all levels and ages. No experience is necessary - just the willingness to watch yourself unfold into ultimate freedom!
Pilates Mat Focuses on the basic principles of the Pilates Method-including breathing, pelvic and ribcage stabilization, spinal movement, and core strengthening.
Prenatal Yoga uses postures, breathing, and meditation to help ease pregnancy, delivery, and the after effects of birth. The classes create strength, focus, flexibility and awareness through a gentle practice designed especially for the pregnant woman's needs. Prenatal Yoga classes provide a safe, peaceful and supportive environment for expectant mothers and are a wonderful way to connect with other mothers-to-be. Yoga helps to alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as heartburn, nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica. The classes are appropriate for both new and experienced students.
Power Vinyasa Yoga is a combination of deep breathing and specifically sequenced sets of flowing yoga postures. It has the ability to build strength, increase endurance, release tension, and create more flexibility in the entire body.
Restorative Yoga consists of soothing and well supported poses that provide for complete relaxation that profoundly rejuvenates the body and mind. The body is supported by props, and asanas are held for longer periods of time to allow for deep opening and release, especially in the spine, hips, shoulders, chest and internal organs. Breath awareness and control are practiced in the poses to further promote relaxation and stress reduction.
Shakti Yoga for Women As women, we experience many physical and emotional cycles throughout the days, weeks and months of our very full lives.
Keeping healthy is a great way to get through these various stages, and yoga is a great way to bring a practice of healthy living into your daily or weekly schedule.
Life altering transitions such as menstruation, pregnancy/child birth/post-partum, perimenopause/menopause, sexuality and intimacy can create hormonal upheaval for us, and the balance yoga can bring to both our physical as well as our mental well being is a big step towards a healthy mind and healthy body.
In this class, we will learn poses that will bring balance, strength and wisdom into our daily practices. Using tools like breathing, postural exercises, and mindfulness for health and stress reduction.
Vinyasa Flow (various levels) is a hatha yoga class that follows a sequential/rhythmic flow from asana (pose) to asana (pose), utilizing the breath to build endurance, stamina, strength, and flexibility, while calming the mind. This class is recommended for students with prior or consistent yoga practice.
- Vinyasa, Basics These beginning flow classes offer the basics of breath yoga postures, which will give you fundamental basis for a strong yoga practice. It is great confidence builder for beginners, as well as an opportunity for those who have been doing yoga for years to re-connect with their practice.
- Vinyasa, Intermediate These beginner-intermediate classes incorporate a more rapid pace than just the basics by sequencing poses into a flowing practice while linking movement and breath. This helps to build strength, increase flexibility and gain breath awareness. These classes incorporate arm balancing, inversion preps and back bending.
- Vinyasa, Advanced Recommended for those with an existing yoga practice that would like to deepen and expand their experience. The flow of this class includes inversions and increases balance and flexibility while challenging dedicated practitioners.
- Vinyasa, All Levels A class for yogis of all experience levels. The instructor will offer a variety of modifications to encourage participation of everyone. We do sitting, standing, and inverted postures, and suggest challenging variations for more advanced students, yet fun and non-intimidating options for even the earliest beginners!
Yogalates combines the flexibility and grace of yoga with the dynamic, strengthening movements of mat-based Pilates. This class will focus on developing core abdominal muscles, and improving overall strength, flexibility, and balance through a creative mix of yogic kriya flows and Pilates exercises. This class is perfect for yogis who want to improve their core strength, and/or Pilates followers who love the flow of yoga. This mixed level class is a wonderful workout for all fitness levels; no prior experience necessary.
Yoga Basics is a class where students learn the fundamentals of yoga, emphasizing basic postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation skills. This class promotes balance, flexibility, strength and stress release. Especially good for newcomers to yoga, or those who would like a refresher on the basics.
Yoga Express A one-hour vinyasa class for yogis with limited time. All levels are welcome.
Yoga over 50 As we age, our bodies change. Starting with careful
observation of ourselves and our anatomical differences, we'll learn what asanas work best and how to make appropriate modifications. We'll incorporate meditation, pranayama, and different sequencing to create a practice that's tailored to each student. This class incorporates principles from multiple yogic traditions, including yin yoga, vinyasa, anusara, and Iyengar.
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