Hatha Raja Yoga


The Hatha-Raja class is a sequence of moderate postures practiced in a slow and mindful way in conjunction with the sonorous Brahmaree Pranayama (honey bee breath). The intention in this class is to lengthen the breath in the postures with sound. It emphasizes postures that influence the pineal and pituitary glands of the brain helping to bring the mind to a calm and uplifted state. The class concludes with 15 minutes of meditation. It is excellent for anyone wishing to release stress and increase pranic awareness through sound, movement and meditation.ces are Hatha yoga.

Vinyasa Yoga


This is suggested for students interested in a more dynamic practice of yoga. This vinyasa style class is based on the teachings of Shri K. Pattabhi Jois, and takes some of the poses from the Primary Series. Also includes balances, pramayama. It is a great class for those looking for a challenge. While balancing strength and flexibility develop a concentrated clear and focused mind.

This class is recommended for all but is quite challenging so be prepared to sweat. Those with injuries or pregnant should consult with teacher prior to attending this class.

PILATES

Pilates is a method of Mind and Body conditioning. It was developed by Joseph H. Pilates who combined the mental focus and specific breathing of yoga with the physicality of various sports, including gymnastics. Pilates exercises require control of the body and mind simultaneously. It focuses on shoulders, hip and spine stability through exercises that stretch, strengthen and straighten the whole body. In Pilates, the structured breathing technique increases oxygenation of the blood, releases unnecessary muscular tension, and encourages engagement of deep abdominal muscles.

Benefits of Regular Practice:

Core strength, spine stability
Injury prevention
Relief from stress and low back pain
Improved balance and coordination
Enhanced athletic performance
Effective post-rehabilitation
Improved digestion
Heightened mind & body awareness
Increased self confidence

Pre-natal Yoga

Linking yoga postures with the breath will lead you to new discoveries, bringing awareness to the mind, body and spirit, and also the spirit of your baby. The program, conducted in a calm, peaceful environment will help strengthen the uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, exercise the spine and increase overall comfort. Yoga can also alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica. A safe, open community allows you to freely discuss any issues, from discomforts and concerns, to the wonderful new changes your body and baby are experiencing.

Flow Yoga

Build strength and spirit, tone your body, and heal from the inside out. These Vinyasa style classes are a transformative flow of postures that moves with the breath to electrify the body and empower your spirit. This is where you will be challenged so expect an overall work out of the body, finished by relaxation sequence to balance the whole system.

These classes are recommended for everybody.

Yin Yoga

This is a slow, deliberate and meditative class which focuses on lengthening the bodys deep connective tissue, while using minimal muscle engagement and breath control. Each posture is held for extended periods to encourage a deep release. This Taoist Yoga practice helps to open the body's energy pathways, particularly though the hips, pelvis and lower spine. It is also very useful for bring the mind to stillness. This is an all seated relaxation practice.

Suitable for all levels of fitness and flexibility.

Kundalini

Kundalini yoga is a physical and meditative discipline, comprising a set of techniques that use the mind, senses and body to create a communication between "mind" and "body". Kundalini yoga focuses on psycho-spiritual growth and the body's potential for maturation, giving special consideration to the role of the spine and the endocrine system in the understanding of yogic awakening (Sovatsky, 1998).

Kundalini Yoga concentrates on chakras in the body in order to generate a spiritual power, which is known as kundalini.

Kundalini is the potential form of prana or life force, lying dormant in our bodies. It is conceptualized as a coiled up serpent (literally, 'kundalini' in Sanskrit is 'That which is coiled.' (Sanskrit kund, "to burn"; kunda, "to coil or to spiral") but some claim that it should be translated 'lock of hair of the Beloved') lying at the base of our spine, which can spring awake when activated by spiritual disciplines.

Iyengar


Iyengar's method, a form of hatha yoga, is based on giving primacy to the physical alignment of the body in the poses. In the Iyengar school, it is taught that there is a correct way to do each pose, and that every student will one day be able to attain perfect poses through consistent practice. Once this balance is created in the body, it will be reflected in the mind. One of Iyengar's major innovations is in the use of props. Today it is quite common to see blankets, blocks, straps, pillows, chairs, and bolsters being used in yoga studios. The use of these props is comparatively new in the history of yoga and comes directly from Iyengar. The purpose of the props is to assist the student in attaining ideal alignment, even if the body is not yet open enough.

Jivamukti

Jivamukti is a vinyasa style practice and classes can be quite physically intense. Each class has a theme, which is explored through yoga scripture, chanting, meditation, asana, pranayama, and music.
It means "liberation while liviing"; This modern style of yoga emerged in 1984 from one of New York City's best-known yoga studios. Founders David Life and Sharon Gannon incorporated their study of ashtanga yoga with Shri K. Pattabhi Jois with spiritual teachings, placing special emphasis on how to apply yogic philosophy to daily life. They have trained many teachers who have brought this style of yoga to studios and gyms, predominantly in the U.S.