Class Descriptions

 

Intermediate Yoga
Let your spirit soar! A challenging vinyasa (flowing) yoga practice interlaced with spiritual teachings, chanting, pranayama, asana and meditation set to inspiring music. Everyone is welcome to practice at their own level utilizing modifications as necessary and awareness of ahimsa (non-harming). Playfully explore a wide range of transformational postures, including back bends, inversions, and shoulder stands. Purify the body and experience a greater depth and joy in your personal sadhana... Truly liberating!

"HOT" Yoga and "HOT Yoga & Conditioning
Our most popular classes at Breathe!  "Hot" is an intermediate Level practice w/ studio  temperature set between 85-90 degrees.  The heat enhances flexibility, detoxifies, aids in weight loss  and is considered to be the "fast track to transformation". Are you ready?  Please bring a towel and water bottle in addition to your mat.

"COOL FLOW" Yoga
Same as above but without the heat.

YIN Yoga
This class uses the Yin approach to Hatha yoga which means to perform deep, long, held poses that open and re-align the connective tissues of that body.  This cultivates a peaceful and meditative mind through stillness and self-reflection and promotes greater vitality by opening the energitic pathways in the subtle body.  Ideal for all levels including pregnant women in their 1st and 2nd trimesters.

Basic-Beginner Yoga
A good place to begin your yoga journey! No experience required. Emphasis is on listening to the body while building a strong yoga foundation. Focus is on deep conscious breathing, learning the flowing sequence of the Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) and using it to link basic yoga postures. Move at a slow, steady pace in a fun, learning environment with attention to safety and form. Start with modified versions of postures and move into deeper expressions as you develop endurance, strength, flexibility and balance.

Gentle Yoga
Emphasis on deep conscious breathing, full body stretching and relaxation (may also include a period of meditation/contemplation). Lots of modifications and moving slowly w/ intention to savor the full effects of the postures. Includes restorative postures with the supportive use of props, such as blankets, straps and bolsters, to allow for deep releases and enhanced flexibility. Perfect for persons who want to balance out the more vigorous yoga practices, regain strength or range of motion after illness or surgery or simply want a practice that promotes overall health and outlook on life.

"Find Your Inner Bliss" Free Community Yoga  (cancelled until further notice)
Offered every 1st Sunday of the month, a Gentle level class emphasizing the use of yoga to cultivate ease and contentment for the body and mind. Purposely designed with a slow pace and gentle but effective movements, this class offers soothing refreshment for the body and soul. The practice honors and is dedicated to the Favor House, a local organization devoted to helping women and children overcoming domestic violence and abuse.  Donations welcomed.

"Nifty Over Fifty" Yoga
Enjoy the calm, peace and self-acceptance of yoga amongst a group of like-minded warm hearted souls. Classes include classical standing and seated postures and breathing techniques. Modifications and adjustments for your body's needs will be offered. Gentle flowing sequences to warm up the muscles and increase flexibility with minimal getting up and down from floor. All classes include final relaxation and a period of guided meditation. You will gain exposure to the philosophy of yoga and explore yoga as a life practice to integrate your body, mind and spirit. Learn, laugh, and love your way to optimal health and wellness!

Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is a wonderful way to experience all the benefits of yoga without getting up and down from the floor. All postures will be done either sitting or standing using the back of a chair for support. Classes will include deep conscious breathing (pranayama), full body stretching, yoga postures (asana), and guided meditation. Truly yoga for every body.... suitable and recommended for people who are recovering from illness or surgery, Persons w/ weight issues, Seniors and anyone who is seeking a life full of vitality, balance, and vibrant joy.

Pranic Healing & Twin Hearts Meditation
A healing system of clearing and opening up the chakra centers and chi energy channels in the body. Twin Hearts Meditation is a guided 20 minute meditation for world peace. Come feel cleaner, lighter and brighter.

 


 

 

"....wonderful restorative session today! I feel like my energy is moving again. It helped me get out of some repetitive patterns that weren't doing me any good! A nice portal back to my Self. Aaahhh, feels so good."
                   - Sandra Granade

 

Classes every day, for every level, for EVERY BODY:

  • All Levels of Yoga
  • Traditional Hatha
  • Kripalu
  • Restorative
  • Yin Yoga
  • "Hot" Yoga
  • Chair Yoga
  • "Nifty Over 50"
  • Meditation
  • FREE Pranic Healing
  • Super Brain Yoga
  • Children's Programs
  • Yoga Philosophy Lectures
  • Massage Therapy
Also:
  • Workshops
  • Private Instruction
  • Couple's Yoga
  • Yoga Parties
  • Corporate

 

 

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BENEFITS:

 

  • Improves balance, flexibility & coordination
  • Builds longer, leaner and stronger muscles
  • Improves breathing and lung capacity
  • Improves posture
  • Lubricates stiff joints and increases range of motion
  • Eliminates tension in the neck and shoulders
  • Alleviates and/or reduces lower back pain
  • Builds core strength
  • Creates ease in everyday functional activities
  • Enhances performance in sports
  • Improves concentration and slows down "racing" thoughts
  • Helps with insomnia
  • Improves organ and glandular function
  • Boosts energy level
  • Improves overall health
  • Creates a feeling of peace and calmness
  • Increases internal and external awareness

 


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