Class Descriptions

AERIAL YOGA

Aerial yoga is a challenging combination of traditional yoga poses done on the floor, and postures practiced using a soft fabric/hammock suspended at waist height. (Ages 13 and up)  Please note: We have a 12 hour cancelation policy for all aerial yoga classes.

ALIGN & FLOW

Syncing the body’s movement with the breath, Align & Flow is designed to allow yogis to use their alignment on the mat to explore their own journey of alignment in all aspects of life off the mat as well. The class brings awareness to the body’s intricacies through cueing detailed body alignment & syncing breath with movement while leaving lots of space for individual exploration and flow.

ALL LEVEL

This is an all-encompassing class that will meet the needs of all students. The instructor will provide instruction, modifications and challenges as needed. All are welcome!

CHAIR YOGA

Chair yoga is fun and accessible to everyone, from the experienced practitioner to the beginner. In this class we will practice stress-reducing breathing techniques and meditation while sitting in a chair. We will also practice gentle movement seated in a chair, and standing next to, or supported by a chair. Chair yoga will help improve your flexibility, balance and strength.

GENTLE BASICS

This class is designed to relieve stress and open the body with gentle, slow, and traditional yoga postures.  Learn to listen to your body and tune into your breath as you increase flexibility, strength, and balance.  Appropriate for anyone who wants to slow down.   

GENTLE FLOW

This class will explore the breath and posture work of yoga through gentle flow sequences and supported restorative postures that will allow students to experience the benefits of yoga while listening to the needs of their body.

GENTLE/BASIC YOGA WITH STRENGTHENING

A slow, mindful practice covering the fundamentals of yoga poses. This class will build strength and balance along with toning your entire body with gentle/basic yoga. It will include use of light weights or resistance bands for strengthening. Please bring two 3-5 pd weights to class.

GENTLE SOMATIC YOGA

A slow, mindful practice covering the fundamentals of yoga poses. Students learn to perform the poses with confidence and grace, and instructors focus on alignment principles and linking movements with breath. Appropriate for all levels as the instructor will offer options as your practice develops.

HATHA YOGA

Hatha Yoga combines postures (asanas) with conscious breathing (Pranayama) while developing flexibility, balance, endurance, strength and mental clarity. Students can expect to develop body awareness and explore alignment of bones and joints to the varied postures while props to support the practice.

HITT FUSION

A Yoga + High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout. This flow class will mix slow-twitch muscle stability and fast-twitch whole body sculpting action. Be ready to kick your fitness practice into high gear!

HOT YOGA

Hot Yoga is a fun, fast paced class, usually filled with lots of flows designed to exhaust the muscles.  The studio is warmed to 87-93 degrees to promote instant warming of your body. Bring lots of water and a towel to this class and always listen to your body! This class is not suitable for beginners or anyone with injuries. (Ages 16+)

KIDS YOGA

(Ages 5-9) Could your child benefit from learning how to breathe more deeply? Do you want your little yogi to learn healthy skills for managing stress and anxiety?
During Each Class Children Practice:
*Deep Breathing Techniques *Physical Postures/Poses *Meditation

LEVEL 1

Designed for the yoga student who has developed skills at the Basic level and is now looking for options to expand their practice.  In this class, poses begin to link together with the breath and flow at a moderate pace.  Attention is still on proper alignment, form, and safe instruction of all poses.

Level 2

In this class we will build on the flows, shoulder and hip openers, full body strengtheners, standing and hand balances, and inversions that you have experienced in level 1 classes.  Going deeper into the physical practice is a beneficial way to unify your connection with mind, breath and body as a means to become stronger practitioners of the inward journey.

Modifications, accommodations and variations will be provided so that everyone can have a balanced, mindful, energizing, fun and empowering experience.

MAMASTE PRENATAL

This class offers poses to relieve the stresses brought on by carrying a child. You will gain strength and flexibility, not just physically but mentally as well. You will learn breathing techniques, labor positions and mindfulness practices to help during both labor and childbirth.

MOMMY & BABY

(5 weeks-pre crawling w/caregiver) Do you and your baby need to get out of the house? Are you ready to start exercising again after being pregnant? Bring your non-mobile baby to class with you for some self care. The practice is focused on you, with your baby being incorporated into some of the poses. This class is the perfect way to connect and bond with your beautiful new baby. Not only will you get to engage your baby in a fun environment, you will learn poses to calm and soothe your child.

MINDFUL FLOW

A movement based flow with some longer holds and emphasis on the breath. You’ll be provided with alignment and other body centering cues and yet encouraged to feel your way through the practice from the inside out. You are encouraged to make the class as challenging as you like.

QIGONG

Qigong is a mind/body/spirit practice that improves mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, breathing technique, sound, self-massage, and focused intent. These gentle, repeated movements incorporate visualization, breath, and the focus of Qi moving through the body. Qigong opens the flow of energy in meridians and enhances our ability to feel the Life Force underlying the physical world.

RESTORATIVE

Appropriate for every Yogi! Enjoy the Ease. Honor yourself as mind and body restore through the use of supportive props and guided relaxation. This class will help you slow down, reduce anxiety, and find the present moment is perfect.

SOMATIC YOGA

Gentle Somatic yoga is based on pandiculation, which is a slow contraction and release of specific muscle groups while the rest of the body stays relaxed. The movements are typically done with the eyes closed so the practitioner can feel the movement from the inside out. The slow repetition allows the muscles to lengthen without stretching.

VINYASA FLOW

A movement based flow with some longer holds and emphasis on the breath. You’ll be provided with alignment and other body centering cues and yet encouraged to feel your way through the practice from the inside out. You are encouraged to make the class as challenging as you like.

YOGA FOUNDATIONS

This class offers the basic poses for anyone new to yoga. (Great for beginners) The focus of this class is on proper alignment and some modifications to some of the more popular poses. In this class, students should walk away with a basic understanding of yoga and how it affects the body.