Yoga
Basics
Yoga Den began offering this class in 2006. As more and more referrals
from Doctors and Physical therapists were coming in, we realized
that some of these students needed specific modifications for safe
practice. We were both surprised and pleased to see how many of our
existing students signed up for the course, simply to fine tune their
alignment, and to get a better understanding of the benefits of the
postures. This class is held in workshop format, with hands on with
opportunity for Q's and A's and is offered in several formats to suit
demanding schedules. First, as a six week course that runs in
sessions, where 6 poses are learned each week, with the final class
practicing a Mind Body flow. Yoga Basics is also offered on
occasional Saturdays as a 3 hour workshop, and in private format which
can be scheduled at your convenience. Handouts are given to
students so they can practice at home. Call 268-8330 for dates
and further information.
Mind~Body
Our Mind Body classes are what many consider "Hatha" yoga; the focus is
on safe alignment, breath awareness, deep stretching and stress relief.
The studios are warmed enough to offer a safe and comfortable stretch.
Practicing yoga in a cold room can prevent muscles from becoming
elastic. Students are therefore prone to injury much easier than if
they were stretching at a slightly elevated temperature (hi 70's to lo
80's).
This is perfect for those who are new to yoga, for athletes looking for
restoration and muscular balance, people suffering from chronic pain,
and/or anyone looking for an all-level practice to keep the body
strong, balanced and pliable.
For those of you who think, "I'm not flexible. I could never do yoga."
or "My back gives me trouble", "I'm so weak". Trust Us! This is exactly
what you need. In just a few classes, you will start to notice a
difference.
Sun Power
Our Sun
Power Yoga classes are an eclectic blend of Power Vinyasa, Bikram (we
like it hot), Ashtanga, Jivamukti and Discovery (Kripalu) Yoga. If you
are looking for an athletic yogic challenge, you will certainly find it
here. With temperatures in the low to mid 90's, this practice will
promote detoxification through perspiration, while building strength
and stamina. Burning anywhere from 500 to 700 calories per hour, with
an on-going practice you will lower body fat, increase muscle mass,
sculpt the entire body and gain flexibility. Because everyone has
different strengths and limitations, modifications are always offered
to make the posture suitable for all body types.
REMEMBER,
this class is designed to provide a challenge for all levels, including
those students who have been practicing for several years. That being
said, new students should not expect to be able to come in and do the
entire class. If you do , Great! If you need to rest here and there,
Great! Yoga teaches us to celebrate where we are at any given moment,
not to self-judge, and to simply enjoy the ride!
It's all good!
What you need:
- Large towel/practice rug
- Practice mat
- Hand towel ( high sweat factor!)
- Plenty of Water
Sun
Power Yogalates
This "high heat/high energy" class is a contemporary blend of SUN (heat) Power (energy) Yoga and Pilates-inspired exercises. For yoga lovers, you will enjoy warming your body with SUN Salutations and Vinyasa, followed by an intense standing series designed to stretch, strengthen, detoxify and heighten self-focus.
Once the body is good and warm, using the exercise ball*, students define calves, quads and gluteus muscles with a vigorous series of wall squats.
After leaving the wall, you will almost welcome the core work that lies ahead. If the 200 crunches that begin the core series don't warm you up the exercises that follow most certainly will. This class will satisfy the fitness junkie, the yogi/yogini with a desire to cross-train, the Pilates buff with a unique spin, or anyone on a personal transformation journey looking for quick results.
REMEMBER, this class is designed to provide a challenge for all levels, including those students who have been practicing for several years. That being said, new students should not expect to be able to come in and do the entire class. If you do , Great! If you need to rest here and there, Great! Yoga teaches us to celebrate where we are at any given moment, not to self-judge, and to simply enjoy the ride!
It's all good!
What you need:
- Large towel/practice rug
- Practice mat
- Hand towel ( high sweat factor!)
- Plenty of Water
*Studio provides exercise balls. If you would like to bring your own, a small fitness ball is the appropriate size. |
