Hatha Yoga is the most widely practiced form of yoga in America. It is the branch of yoga which concentrates on physical health and mental well-being. Hatha yoga uses bodily postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation (dyana) with the goal of bringing about a sound, healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind. There are nearly 200 hatha yoga postures, with hundreds of variations, which work to make the spine supple and to promote circulation in all the organs, glands, and tissues. Hatha yoga postures also stretch and align the body, promoting balance and flexibility.
Tibetan Yoga for Youthfulness. It is a 45 minute program based upon ancient Tibetan principles. It was brought into the current period through the claims of celebrities like Madonna and Sting. As you may have now learned, there are 7 major energy centers in the body referred to as Chakras. These energy centers are located from the crown of the head till the base of the spine. The Tibetan method will help to balance the 7 spinning chakras in the body. Through these exercises, the endocrine glands get stimulated, regulating the different organ systems in the body. The morning asana practice consisits of a repetition of several poses that work on 4 systems in our body like cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system. When we are young these chakras tend to rotate very fast which allows the prana-shakti known as the life force to flow freely in our body keeping us in good health. But as you grow older and if you have an unhealthy or irregular lifestyle then these chakras either slow down or get blocked, which invites early old age and sickness in the body. Our morning practice is intended to reverse these trends in our bodies and renew cells and energy.
Free Yoga Basics Class for New Beginners
This class is specially designed for brand new beginners and students that want to reconnect to the basics. Step-by-step instruction is given on the fundamentals of body alignment through Yoga posture. Students are encouraged to sign up for Beginners Level 1 for a complete beginners series.
Beginners Level 1 - for New Beginners
This class is the perfect choice for new students or students looking to build a stronger foundation to their practice. This class focuses on classical standing poses, seated poses, and relaxation poses. This class also introduces students to a range of poses including beginning forward and back extensions as well as twisting postures and the beginnings of inversions. This class will help you achieve a deeper reflection in asana and refine your relationship to your body.
Level 1 & 2 for Continuing Beginners
This class is for students well practiced in Level I postures seeking to refine and develop their yoga asana practice at more subtle levels. At this level students are strongly encouraged to practice at home regularly so that their personal understanding of yogic postures begins to fuel their understanding of the refinements taught in class. This class continues to focus on the basic alignment of the standing poses and a broader range of sitting poses, twists, forward and back extensions and inversions are taught. The classes offer lots of basic instruction and modifications for beginners but also enough challenging adventures for more experienced students.
Level 2
This class is for students well practiced in Level 1 & 2 postures. A firm foundation in all the postures at the previous levels are required. Knowledge and practice of inversions and/or alternative, supplemental postures are required. Students should be practicing at home regularly who attend this level class and should have basic knowledge of the Sanskrit names for each posture.
Level 2 & 3
This class is for seasoned students of Iyengar Yoga with a minimum of 4 to 5 years practice in the Iyengar tradition. Students work in more depth with foundational postures as well as explore more advanced postures.
Yoga 4 Teens encourages young adults to be comfortable in their bodies so they can be confident being themselves. Teens will discover how yoga techniques can be tools for living a thoughtful, positive and happy life. This class provides a healthy way to learn about, take healthy risks with, and explore the workings of, their bodies. Young bodies are growing, developing and changing on many different levels. Yoga helps to develop an understanding of ideal posture, improves coordination, helps to prevent injury and is an ideal cross-training for the young athlete. Yoga postures and breathing have been shown to revitalize low energy, temper hyperactivity and balance hormones. Just like adults, on a daily basis, teenagers experience pressures, stress, demands and choices. Yoga introduces options for redirecting thoughts, calming the nervous system, and respecting their bodies, themselves and others. This body centered practice improves focus and concentration and encourages positive self-image. Students learn the value of paying attention to their needs and making choices that help them feel good, mentally and physically. This class is designed to make yoga fun and playful for teens, in a class with their peers. Children are growing up in a fast-paced, technology based world. Learning to physically relax and be comfortable in stillness is a skill we can use throughout our entire life. Yoga 4 Teens teaches this and more in a fun, loving and practical way.
Restorative Yoga is a wonderful way to escape from the rushed pace of our daily lives. Combining the support of postures with conscious breathing stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, allowing the organs of the body to work to their maximum efficiency. In this way, Restorative Yoga rejuvenates and restores both the physical and mental body leaving you feeling renewed and energized for the rest of your day. Restorative yoga is for all levels and all ages.
Yoga for Warriors
Through a grounding and strength-building class, learn to access the knowledge and skill necessary to maintain the health and wellness of the mind/body/spirit. Find resiliency and stability by honing focus and sharpening awareness as you work with the resistance life is always offering, turning stress into strength. Modern yogis are steadfast and brave-hearted, taking yoga as a practice to prepare the mind to lead fearless lives. We will target core strength, stability and slow, controlled vinyasa flow. The course expresses yoga as a relevant practice to the unique challenges of the 21st century and is recommended for the student who wants to take yoga off the mat.
Slo Mo Flow
Move seamlessly with breath in this flow class. Moving more slowly than most vinyasa practices, we work mindfully with deep tissue, even flow of energy, and the grace within deep breath. Experience the focus and clarity in this slow, steady practice. Recommended for a student with the experience to comfortably move into backbends, inversions and binds.
Forrest Yoga helps you connect to your core - getting strong and centered. It uses heat, deep breathing and vigorous sequences to sweat out toxins. The long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. Forrest Yoga honors and celebrates the beauty of life and the power of Spirit. It is an inspiring yoga practice that builds flexibility, intelligence and strength while helping deepen the relationship with your authentic self.
