What We Do

Iyengar Yoga: Iyengar yoga is based on the teachings of living yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar and begins with learning the art and science of asanas, or yoga postures. The method of study is orderly and progressive, and the postures are adjusted to meet the physical conditions and needs of each student. Improved strength, coordination, flexibility and an increased sense of well-being are some of the benefits of the Iyengar method of yoga.

Ashtanga Yoga: Through use of vinyasas or flowing movements and deep rhythmic breathing, this yoga generates deep internal heat and flexibility. This purifies and relaxes the nervous system, the mind and the body.

T’ai Chi Ch’uan: T’ai Chi Ch’uan, “great polarity boxing”, draws on the traditional Chinese Taoist beliefs in the interdependence of yin and yang in the body and mind. T’ai Chi uses the strength of the earth (yin) and energy (chi) of the heavens (yang) to focus their physical and spiritual energies so that mind and body work together to improve balance, stability, flexibility, and skill.

Meditation: Designed to help to help others begin or strengthen their meditation practice. We will discuss in the class what meditation is and isn’t. The Kabbalah model will be covered and tips will be given for an effortless continuing meditation practice.

About Yoga Levels:

Pranayama & Meditation - Techniques for relaxing, restoring vital energy and opening the body are used to prepare the student for various breath techniques and meditation purposes. .

Beginning ­ Fundamental principles of Iyengar Yoga are taught through alignment, posture, and breath using a variety of basic poses. The beginning classes are for students new to yoga or new to the Iyengar method, or who may have been away from yoga for a while and need a refresher.

Level 1 ­ For students who have experienced the equivalent to at least one beginning session. The basic poses are refined, and understanding is deepened. These students get more details in the pose and begin to develop the subtle energy of yoga.

Level 2 ­ This level emphasizes the further development of stamina, strength, and energy flow. Deeper study of alignment and form in a broader repertoire of poses will lead to greater ease and understanding in the student’s personal practice. More challenging poses are introduced.

Level 3 ­ This class is for students who have completed levels 1 & 2 and want to continue their study of yoga beyond the basics. Level 3 classes practice a wider variety of poses. Inversions and more challenging asanas are developed. Deeper personal understanding is encouraged.

Level 4 ­ This class is for students who want to deepen their yoga experience through learning and practicing more challenging. Poses are held longer and more detailed instruction is given. We build on the poses practiced in all of the previous levels and asanas Further develop headstand (sirsasana), forearm balance (pincha mayurasana), and more challenging back bends such as upward facing bow pose (urdhva dhanurasana). Pranayama, meditation and the Yoga Sutras are incorporated into classes.

Canceled Classes:

Please note: Unsafe weather conditions such as an ice storm or tornado will cause classes to be canceled. A message on the office answering machine will announce this. Scheduled cancellations will be announced in class or a substitute may be scheduled.