Class Descriptions

Intro to Yoga

Have you wanted to try yoga but feel hesitant? Have you done yoga in the past and wish to renew your practice? This beginner basics class is perfect for students who are brand new to yoga, those wishing to renew their practice after an extended absence, or those who have suffered physical injuries. Students will become comfortable moving their bodies through space as they flow with the breath. The focus will be on learning the basic form of poses with a concentration on setting a proper foundation and creating ideal alignment in order to move the body towards optimal function and health.

Level 1- Beginner

This class is appropriate for students new to yoga and ready to branch out from the Intro Class. There is continued focus on proper body alignment, foundation of the poses, moving with the breath and other yogic principles that establish the groundwork for your practice.

Level 1.5- Mixed

This class is recommended for those who have some yoga experience or are physically active. Alignment will continue to be refined as a wider variety of poses are explored. Emphasis will also be placed on building endurance and flexibility through a combination of longer holds and up tempo movements. The instructor will also offer modifications as needed.

Level 2- Intermediate

This class is designed for those who have an established practice. Variations of Sun Salutations will serve as a warm up and a wide variety of poses are explored including backbends, inversions and arm balances.

Vinyasa Flow

Vinyasa is a flowing style of yoga that is characterized by a continuous, progressive sequence of poses linked together by the breath. This class integrates alignment with mindful movement to build strength, fluidity and clarity. This is an all levels class however it is recommended that you have some prior yoga experience or are physically active.

Gentle Yoga

Enjoy a class combining pranayama (breath work), gentle moves, restorative poses and therapeutic yoga techniques to create a healthy body and peaceful mind. This class is great for those wanting a softer practice or recovering from illness or injury.

Iyengar Inspired

Emphasis is on alignment and holding of the postures in the classic Iyengar fashion. The use of props is encouraged. This class is great for beginners and those who want to concentrate on form.

Prenatal Yoga

For the expecting mother, this class is a combination of basic yoga poses and breath work to build strength, flexibility, energy and stamina. The movements are specific to helping with discomfort and preparing/recovering from childbirth. We recommend that you be at least 12 weeks into your pregnancy before beginning. This class is designed as a 6 weeks series.