Level I:
This is a class for students new to yoga and for students that are learning the poses and alignment. Primary focus will be on opening the shoulders and hips and focusing on the breath. Level I includes an introduction to asana (“poses”) including standing poses, hip openers, backbends, forwardbends and twists. Come ready to open your heart, body and Spirit and have fun!
Level I-II:
This class is for continuing students, both Advanced Beginners (students that have been attending a Level I class for a minimum of several months) and Intermediate students that have a good understanding of alignment. All types of asana (“poses”) will be practiced including inversions and arm balances. Level I-II classes help to build strength, endurance and flexibility and open us to be inspired to aspire to new possibilities both on and off the mat!
Gentle Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama (Breath) Class:
Gentle Yoga, Meditation & Breath Class. This class is a gentle yoga class. It is ideal for folks who are new to yoga, recovering from injuries and/or living with special physical conditions and for those who desire a gentle yoga class. Pre-registration required. 
Prana is our breath and the vital life force in our bodies. Pranayama is the relationship to our breath and teaches us to control the movement of our minds. The more we become aware of our breath, the more we are able to calm the mind and access and experience the bliss of our hearts through meditation. This class will teach us about the breath and various simple techniques to access the breath, quiet the mind and turn into the sublime radiance of our hearts. This class will also teach us how to meditate! We will review appropriate sitting postures for meditation. We will also explore what meditation is and what it is not.
Pranayama and meditation will enhance every aspect of your life. It will greatly benefit your yoga practice because more awareness of our breath expands the quality and experience of our yoga practice. But, most importantly, pranayama and meditation will significantly improve the quality of your life: the way you lead your life and the manner in which you respond to life! These practices will deepen your connection to Spirit and manifest abundant happiness and peace in your life. Think of pranayama and meditation as food for the brain that nourishes our brains to be healthy, vibrant and at ease. In Real Happiness: The Power of Meditation by Sharon Salzberg, she quotes Richard Davidson, Ph.D, founding director of University of Wisconsin’s Center for Investigating Healthy Minds (CIHM) regarding his research about the benefits of meditation. Dr. Davidson states: “meditation can remodel the brain to strengthen the qualities that psychologists say are critical components of happiness: resilience, equanimity, calm, and a sense of compassionate connection to others.”
We will practice pranayama and meditation each week. No previous experience with pranayama or meditation is necessary. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome!
Private Yoga Sessions:
Private yoga sessions are available for students new to yoga, students who are recovering from injuries or for students who want to receive additional attention to focus & improve on their practice. Private yoga sessions are for one hour.
Semi-Private Yoga Sessions:
For 2 to 4 yogis.
Are you new to Yoga but don’t want to come alone and/or class times don’t work for you?
Or do you practice and would like some private instruction to work on specific poses and share session with others?
Come enjoy semi-private sessions with family and/or friends at times that are convenient for your schedule!
Option to include meditation with yoga in each session.
(J is also available to do private sessions in your home for a modest additional fee.)