YOGA CLASS TYPES/STYLES
& COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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Ashtanga- Based on the series of yoga postures as practiced by K. Pattabhi Jois. Classes begin with Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskara A & B), and follow a series of asanas afterward including standing, sitting and lying down postures.
Bikram/Sunstone yoga style- A series of hatha yoga postures similar to the . You will learn postures such as: Half Moon (Ardha Chandrasana), Eagle (Garudasana), Tree (Vriksasana), Tibetan Table (4th Tibetan), Camel (Ustrasana), Pigeon (Ekapada Rajakapotasana), Balancing Stick (Tuladandasana), and many others. Meant to be practiced in a hot temperature-controlled room.
Hatha/Vinyasa- Moderate work-out with emphasis on stretching and relaxation. Practice basic-to-challenging hatha yoga postures, and some vinyasa flow.
Introduction to Hatha Yoga- An introductory course for those new to yoga. Learn basic postures and proper breathing.
Mindful Weight Training- A slow, focused and meditative way to strength-train your body. Alternating between upper & lower body exercises using weights.
Power/Vinyasa Yoga - A more intense workout (set to up-beat music if appropriate). Learn and practice vinyasa flow. A great calorie burner! Also develops strength, stamina, and flexibility.
PreNatal Yoga- Gentle PreNatal yoga suitable for those with uncomplicated pregnancies only. Medical clearance required.
Qi Gong- Ancient energy art said to help harness the flow of “qi” or life energy. Involves meditative movement (through graceful and dynamic postures) and breathing. May help develop concentration and joint mobility.
Restorative Yoga- A yoga class designed to reduce stress. Postures are in the easy range- but the emphasis is on mindful meditation & relaxation. May be good for persons with depression, anxiety, chronic stress, chronic pain. Also could be good for seniors and/or people who prefer a very relaxed, slowed-down approach.
Sitting Meditation- This is mindfulness meditation (Vipassana), which involves paying attention in the present moment. For example, using the breath as the focus of your attention, without trying to change it, just observing. This is a practice of being a silent witness to things such as the breath, the sensations in the body, contents of the mind etc. May be helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain.
Sivananda Yoga- Based on the system of yoga as taught and developed by H.H. Sri Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnu Devananda. The emphasis is on hatha yoga. Pranayama is practiced (mainly Kapalabhati and Anuloma Viloma- alternate nostril breathing) . Classes may begin and end with a Sanskrit chant (optional- a translation will be provided for those interested).
T’ai Chi- A Chinese soft martial art utilizing the practice of various "forms". May help develop concentration and a sense of calmness. Described as “meditation-in-motion”. Good for improving joint mobility, and physical balance.
Unwind With Yoga- A class geared to relaxing and unwinding at the end of the day. Go at your own pace. Learn basic yoga postures.
Yoga for Families- An eclectic class, where families are grouped according to children’s ages, in terms of what postures are practiced. Parents and children practice together and learn different hatha yoga postures. Older children can learn vinyasa flow.
Yoga to Classical Music- Any yoga style set exclusively to classical music.
Yoga/Pilates 'Fusion'- An excellent work-out combining yoga with Pilates core work. Usually incorporates mat Pilates exercises only, but may use Pilates rings.
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