May Yoga Class Schedule: YOGA FROM THE HEART

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Class Descriptions
- All Levels Flow -​

​Flow yoga, in which movement is synchronized to the breath, is a term that covers a broad range of yoga classes. This style is sometimes also called vinyasa flow yoga, because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance. The breath becomes an important component because the teacher will instruct you to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale. In terms of yoga asana, we can interpret this as a connection between movement and breath. 

- Beginner Level Flow -

​This class is built for those newer to Yoga, as well as anyone wanting to build their experience in the foundation of Yoga Asana practice. Basic poses with proper alignment, build into a beginner level flow where you are able to practice mindfulness and breathing. A great class to continue your Yoga journey if you have recently completed our Beginner's Series!

- Gentle Yoga - 

The Gentle Yoga class offers a full, yogic practice which moves through a range of postures in an unhurried yet progressive tempo. We focus on finding our optimal alignment and creating movement from that place. Enhanced by breath work, props and relaxation each class will also work on strengthening, lengthening and release. This is an ideal class for beginners, students with physical challenges who are uncomfortable in an all level class or anyone desiring to calm the pace of their practice.

- Iyengar Yoga -

Iyengar Yoga is based on the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar (1918-2014), one of the modern yoga?s most revered teachers and practitioners. He helped bring yoga to the west with his pioneering teaching in the 60s and 70s and with his book Light On Yoga, which has served as a ?bible of yoga? for generations of yoga students and teachers.
Iyengar yoga emphasizes precise alignment of all parts of the body within each yoga pose. B.K.S. Iyengar taught that alignment awakened the intelligence of the body, deeply engaged the mind, and helped students penetrate and harmonize the physical, mental, and spiritual ?layers? of the self. He also greatly extended and refined the use of yoga props and was a pioneer and master of using yoga therapeutically.
Iyengar yoga is grounded in the ancient Indian art of yoga. Iyengar Yoga teaches not only yoga poses (asana) and breathing techniques (pranayama), but all eight ?limbs? of classical yoga, which range from ethical practices to meditative absorption.
Iyengar Yoga teachers are held to an unusually rigorous standard. Certification as an Iyengar Yoga Teacher requires years of training and evaluation. We are trained to teach proper alignment of the body, to use props to modify the poses and teach specific actions, and to incorporate all the limbs of yoga into our teaching to help students penetrate and harmonize all the layers of the self.

- Mindful Slow Flow -

Slow Flow Vinyasa is a slower pace class, mindfully movements connected with the breath, while holding poses longer than a traditional vinyasa flow. You will be guided through each Asana slowly and mindfully. Transitions between and longer held poses are intentionally linked to the breath. This slower paced class allows time to explore the postures while cultivating strength, flexibility, balance and calm. This class allows you to explore your edge and will stretch and lengthen muscles with a gentle approach. Slow Flow is all about slowing down and concentrating on your mind-body connection.​​​

- Yin Yoga -
 

Yin Yoga is a complementary yoga practice to more dynamic and active yoga styles. In Yin Yoga, floor postures are held passively for several minutes in order to access a safe and positive ?stress? on the deeper layers of connective tissue in the body. Physically, Yin Yoga restores and maintains the natural mobility of the joints, primarily between the navel and the knees. Energetically, Yin Yoga opens the body?s meridian system, which enhances the body?s energetic flow and supports emotional equilibrium. Yin Yoga emphasizes stillness and silence. The practice prepares both the body and mind for deeper experiences in meditation.

- Vinyasa Flow - 

  Vinyasa is a dynamic and fluid style of yoga that emphasizes the union of breath and movement through a series of sequenced poses that seamlessly flow together. This practice encourages transition from one posture to another, creating the harmonious flow. Each movement is linked to an inhalation or exhalation. You'll experience both foundational postures and creative variations that will strengthen, open, and restore your body and mind. This delivers a well-rounded and total body experience. Vinyasa Yoga offers a creative and adaptable approach, allowing practitioners to explore various postures, and to discover the connection to breath, breath to movement and quieting of the mind.

- Yoga for Core Strength -

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A series of yoga poses and Pilates exercises that will help develop core strength. A strong core can assist in one's yoga practice as well as many other physical activities. 

- Restore & Renew -

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​​This 90-minute class will begin with a seated meditation focusing on breath control (pranayama). A short period of gentle movements, which will lead to several restorative postures. Each posture is 5-10 minutes long, where props (bolsters, blankets, blocks) will be used to allow the joints and muscles to completely relax, allowing for a gentle deeper stretch and opening.  Kelley will be guiding the gentle movements, and restorative postures and Clare (Reiki Master) will share Reiki and light touch energy bodywork throughout the class and will end with a long savasana.

- Yoga For Every Body -

An adaptable style of Yoga Flow utilizing the assistance and support of props - particularly a chair.  The class is adapted to be practiced with the support of a chair - or without! This class is a great way to work on building strength and balance and is suitable for all levels of yogis.