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 The word “vinyasa” can be translated as “arranging something in a special way,” like yoga poses (asanas) for example. In vinyasa yoga classes, students coordinate movement with breath to flow from one asana to the next.  Vinyasa is also the term used to describe a ​specific ​sequence of asanas (Chaturanga to Upward-Facing Dog to Downward-Facing Dog​)​ commonly used throughout a vinyasa class​. Modifications are offered to make this class enjoyable for all levels. 

*In heated classes the room is safely heated using infrared heaters and humidity is added. The heat index is monitored to ensure safety.

Brief meditation grounds and centers students.  Attention given to gentle range of motion aimed at opening the nadis, energy channels,of the body.  Asana instruction follows at mindful pace with attention given to alignment.  Modifications to asana are given to fit student's needs when warranted.   All levels may benefit.  Good class for beginners and those wishing to reacquaint themselves with a basic asana practice.   The flow of the class will vary.  

 The practice of Yin targets the connective tissue of the body, lengthening the muscles of the hips, pelvis and lower spine. Many of the poses are seated, supine, or prone, and are held with the muscle relaxed for at least three to five minutes. This deep practice is gentle yet intense, helping to release tension and practice staying present. Yin complements the more muscularly strenuous styles of yoga. Yin is beginner friendly. 

 Participants will hold each pose for three to five breaths. This gives you more time in each pose to adjust to, and understand, more specific alignment. This practice will give your wrists and shoulders a break because there will be less time spent with your hands on the mat. 

Tai Chi is literally meditation in motion. It is a precise series of soft, gentle movements that improve your breath, flexibility, coordination, and balance. Each movement is designed to flow into the other as the practitioner advances through the sequence (almost like a dance). Through these movements, the practitioner is able to improve the communication between their mind and body. The breath is also added into the movements, as it helps calm the mind and increase one's focus. This is a great way to combine physical exercise with mental and emotional relaxation. 

Core strength is the foundation of how Pilates works. Strengthening the core develops stability throughout the entire torso. This is one of the ways Pilates helps many people alleviate back pain and help bone density. For Joseph Pilates, the goal was to create a method that would allow the body to move with grace, ease, and efficiency. Such a body has to be both strong and flexible, and it has certain qualities of movement, such as being centered and balanced; fluid yet controlled. By practicing functional movement patterns, muscles are developed evenly, appearing long and lean. 

MindBodyWellnessPilates

Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.

Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and  welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities.

Meditation is the heart of yoga. 

Meditation can be defined as a set of techniques that are intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness and focused attention.

This comtemporary guided meditation class is geared toward training our attention and focus, building a better relationship/understanding of our own mind and becoming familiar with our own already innate inner peace and clarity so that we experience it more throughout our everyday life. Relaxation and calmness is a side effect of this meditation class.

The structure of the class will be opening meditation info sharing, guided meditation and optional group sharing at the end of the session.

Let's enjoy this journey together!

 
Brief meditation grounds and centers the students. Participants are initially seated in chairs. Attention is given to alignment and gentle range of motion aimed at opening the nadis, energy channels, of the body. The flow of the class is dictated be the needs of participants as a whole, thus, variation will occur. This class may be an option for beginners, seniors, those recovering from injury or disease. Some standing and seated asana may be incorporated in the class 

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