As the title indicates this class is in a heated room, 105 degrees to be exact. It is an appropriate class for beginners to more advanced practitioners. It is a holistic practice, sequencing postures to bring attention to the muscles, ligaments, bones, fascia, internal organs, circulation, lymphatic system, endocrine system, nervous system, skin and breath! Many people who begin a yoga practice may not believe they are strong or flexible enough, or cannot relax and meditate, this is exactly why you would take up this particular practice. The heat offers more supple muscles to aid in flexibility, and the repetition of the same 26 postures builds strength and focus, helping the mind to settle and find inner peace. Book ending the practice with breathing exercises prepares the body and mind for the final Savasana!  

How to prepare for a Hot Yoga class.

Kripalu Flow class begins with centering, to release daily worries and find presence. Attention turns to the breath to focus the mind and benefit from the flow of prana, or energy. Through verbal description and physical demonstration, students are guided in movements with breath that awaken and warm the body. As the body warms, postures become more in-depth and modifications are offered. During each class emphasis is placed on alignment, safety and stability in each pose. Additionally, authentic, heartfelt and humorous insights are offered into the deeper understanding of the yogic practice and how it can affect the mind, body and spirit simultaneously. Each class ends with a savasana, a deep relaxation, where students rest comfortably and find inner quiet.

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How to prepare for a Kripalu Yoga class.

This class is for anyone who has been touched by cancer, whether you are in the midst of treatment, in recession or a caregiver. It is a science based approach to offer breathing exercises, relief to side effects, and a boost to the immune system, through a yoga practice specifically designed to support anyone who is confronted with cancer.  

The class is 60 minutes, includes work with the breath, lymphatic massage, and modified postures to build bone and muscle strength. Special considerations are made for surgeries, treatments and side effects.  The class is designed to relieve anxiety, boost the immune system, increase mobility, and generally build a community of healing. 

How to prepare for a Y 4 C class.

Imagine a flowing silk elevating your yoga practice by offering support and grace to the postures.  Aerial yoga is both playful, and restorative. It can be as energetic or calming as you wish! With the support of the silks we explore known postures and our ability to trust and try new things! It brings out our inner child and may help us push through fears and barriers we didn’t even know we had. It offers new perspectives and elements of our yoga practice through the dance we have with the silk. Come fly and play or take a restorative class low to the ground where the silks give you a warm inviting embrace! All levels are offered  

How to prepare for an Aerial Yoga class.

Vinyasa is the movement of the body through asanas or postures paired with the breath. It invigorates the body, and offers movements our daily lives rarely incorporate. With the intention on the breath leading the flow of the class the postures may vary from class to class, focusing on particular areas of the body and the creativity of the teacher. One day the focus is for hip openers, another day the focus is on detoxifying with spine twists, other times it may offer inversions to feed the brain with fresh oxygen. Come and discover the playful practice of a Vinyasa Flow class.  

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Vinyasa yoga with Qigong: We begin our class together in an easeful manner rolling softly into a full body flow using Qigong, a longevity practice that brings a fluidity of motion into sequences of a meditative Vinyasa style Yoga. As we connect our breath to graceful movements, we will increase strength, flexibility and peace of mind. 

How to prepare for a Hatha Yoga class.

For Qi Gong practitioners (beginners and experienced) and instructors.

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We will practice Sung breathing and various Qi Gong exercises, to bring balance and peace into our lives.  Sung breathing is a technique which, although simple, can have profound effects on our health and consciousness.  By regulating the breath we can increase our acquired Qi intake and reconnect to internal and external energy sources.

We will start with Ji Ben Qi gong, a set of eight fundamental energy exercises, which are based on moving the body's joints in the most natural and efficient way possible. They can be practiced without having them clash with any other regular Qi Gong sequences. They are simple and a good place for beginners to start as well as a good warm up for experienced practitioners and instructors.

A combination of controlled breathing, slow gentle movements and a calm mind, enables your Qi to flow more efficiently through your body.  This brings many health benefits which will be discussed in class.  Sharing of techniques and wisdom are welcome and we can all learn from each other during these Monday sessions. 

The class will be facilitated by Wanda Knapik, an experienced Qi Gong practitioner and educator.  Printed material will be provided for practicing at home, as well as links to videos, books, and other material to deepen your understanding of these ancient Qi Gong practices.

Learn to balance and do postures all aboard a SUP!

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Mornings and Evenings are beautiful on Augur Lake. Come to learn yoga postures, paddling and  balance on a SUP board. $45 with board rental, $35 with your own board. Bring a snack or picnic for after class and enjoy the lake.

Join us for a meditation experience with Michelle Maron.

Wondering how to incorporate a new meditation practice into your life? Join us for an easy way to get started with 3 mornings of The Simplicity of Summer Meditation. We will begin with the basics of breath awareness, posture and just sitting either on a chair or the floor. We will explore visualizations and how to keep the mind in the breath moment. Meditation is simpler (and harder) than most people think.

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This class will provide different meditation offerings for all levels.

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With Nora Nadire

Join Nora as she guides a class intended to tune in to the moment and to the body’s needs each day. Each class is suitable for all levels, offering a flow through sequences that allow the body to awaken and expand. Attention will be focused on proper engagement and alignment as Nora encourages mindful connection to the breath and to the heart. Each class ends with deep rest and a Sanskrit chant with harmonium.