developing the power of practice
Nov
4
10:00 AM10:00

developing the power of practice

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For beginners and experienced practitioners of hatha yoga, a workshop to support you in learning how to practice yoga safely and consistently so it takes care of you. For those who have a practice already, there will be mentoring and inspiration for advancing in one's practice, solving problems with creativity, courage, and caution.

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Learning the Ropes
Sep
30
10:00 AM10:00

Learning the Ropes

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Yoga Kurunta “Yoga Puppetry” Workshop for all levels of Iyengar Yoga students/practitioners:

class teaching all categories of postures with ropes support 10am-12pm

workshop limited in-person space

Rope Sets also available


more info soon. and part 2 for experienced/intermediate/advanced practitioners will be Oct. 28

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The Art of Breath: Pranayama Series
Apr
1
to Apr 29

The Art of Breath: Pranayama Series

Practice prānāyāma and study the art of breathing and how it affects and regulates the body, energies of the body, the mind/emotions. Prānāyāma brings clarity, heightening our sensitivity and awareness of deeper levels of being within. This Spring: Mondays 4:30 - 5:30pm

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Chanting & Raga Music
Mar
14
2:00 PM14:00

Chanting & Raga Music

This monthly class is taught by Shashi Sharma, who began his training in classical vedic chanting in his childhood. Students will practice classical chanting with foundational elements of classical Indian music, including raga. Traditional instruments may also be taught and accompany this class.

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Introduction to Iyengar Yoga 4 week class series with Jennifer Beaumont
Mar
7
to Mar 28

Introduction to Iyengar Yoga 4 week class series with Jennifer Beaumont

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This four week class series is a methodical, progressive introduction to yoga in the Iyengar method for those new to yoga or new to the Iyengar method, or for experienced yoga students to strengthen their practice of fundamental actions and alignment in asanas (postures). Learn how to align the body and improve functional movement and practice awareness in action. Sanskrit names and yogic philosophy terms are introduced. Modifications of postures with props (such as ropes, wall, blocks, chairs, blankets) are used to accommodate students with conditions or injuries and to facilitate understanding, alignment and functional actions.

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Yoga Therapy Class: Gentle/Restorative Series
Mar
4
to Apr 29

Yoga Therapy Class: Gentle/Restorative Series

Wednesdays 4:30pm - 5:45pm, March 4 - April 29.

Yoga practice contributes to emotional stability and health in many ways. This slower-paced class includes restorative postures and sequences to soothe and restore the nerves. Postures are taught with more modifications and props to accommodate older students or those who require special assistance and/or have mild chronic health conditions or injuries.

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Chanting & Raga Music
Feb
15
2:00 PM14:00

Chanting & Raga Music

This monthly class is taught by Shashi Sharma, who began his training in classical vedic chanting in his childhood. Students will practice classical chanting with foundational elements of classical Indian music, including raga. Traditional instruments may also be taught and accompany this class.

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Chanting & Raga Music
Jan
11
2:00 PM14:00

Chanting & Raga Music

This monthly class is taught by Shashi Sharma, who began his training in classical vedic chanting in his childhood. Students will practice classical chanting with foundational elements of classical Indian music, including raga. Traditional instruments may also be taught and accompany this class.

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Winter Solstice: the Art of Relaxation in Asanas
Dec
21
2:00 PM14:00

Winter Solstice: the Art of Relaxation in Asanas

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Join us for a long Asana class with supported and unsupported postures with a focus on relaxation of the body including the brain and the nervous system. Skillful sequencing and the practice of postures with support helps calm the activity of the mind, relieve tension and anxiety, and restore energy to a tired and stressed body.

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