Yoga Adult
Class schedule Winter 2008 Closed 5/28 |
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9-10:30 |
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9-10:30 |
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10:30-11:30 $12 Pilates* drop-in Brittany 10 / $100 |
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10-11:30 All Levels Vinyasa Brittany |
10-11:30 Community Yoga* Robin |
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1-2:30 Yoga |
11:45-12:45
Pilates Brittany 10 / $100 or |
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5:45-7:15 All Levels Kate |
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6:30-8 All Levels Yoga Christina |
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7:30-9:00 Vinyasa |
7:30-9 |
6-7:15 $10 Yoga Robin |
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6-7:30 Restorative Yoga |
* *Denotes that a Kids class is offered at same time. Click here to view kids and family class schedule. Pre-registration required for kids classes.
** Denotes a series or workshop requiring registration. Class cards can not be used for series and workshops.
Class Descriptions |
Community Yoga - The style of this all levels yoga class will vary based upon your weekly needs . Come to class prepared to express your yoga wish list. Maybe there is an asana that you have always wanted to learn or perhaps you would like to refine your sun salutations? Come early, bring a mug and enjoy a cup of tea before or after class.
Donation - An all levels yoga class where you can pay whatever amount works for your budget. Class cards and memberships are not honored during donation classes as instructor renumeration for donation classes is based solely upon student contribution.
Pilates - A mat class where you will partake in exercises designed to build core strength and allow you to realize the benefit that flows to your whole being when you learn to move from a strong center. Student contribution is $10 per class. Class cards and memberships are not honored in pilates classes.
Restorative Yoga - Gravity does the work, as we climb into the most delicious shapes, using bolsters, blocks and blankets, along with deep, conscious breathing, releasing blockage and tension to increase mobility and create space in the body. Beautiful music, poetry and inspirational readings are sure to ease your mind and soothe your soul, replenishing you for the week ahead.
Vinyasa - This class emphasizes sequencing of
postures and the practice of linking ones breath with the movement of the body. We offer an all levels version as well as an advanced version. The advanced class is for those who have an established yoga practice. The All Levels class welcomes new as well as advanced practioners.
Yin Yoga- Enjoy long, deep holds in seated postures, targeting connective tissue & increasing flexibilty. Suitable for all levels
Yoga Basics - a class for those new to yoga or for those looking to reinforce their knowledge of the fundamentals of yoga.
Yoga over 45 - Just for the over 45 crowd. Honor the changing needs
of your body by creating continued fluidity in the spine while gently stretching
your muscles.
Fall 2007 & Winter 2008 Workshops and Series
Pre-registration is required for these programs. Please call 215-238-0989 to register.
Beginner Series , A 7-week Introductory Yoga Series
Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, Next date TBA, $110.
For new practioners or those who have never before done yoga. If you have always wanted to try a yoga class, but felt intimidated due to lack of flexibility, coordination or the prospect of sheer embarrassment, then this workshop is for you. We will move slowly as we start from the beginning and learn fundamental yoga movements, (asana) and basic breathing techniques. We encourage you to bring any and all questions you have along with you.
Body Rolling and Yoga with Heather Marie Miller,
Release muscle pain and experience a liberated yoga practice
Saturday, April 12, 1-4pm, $50 Postponed, New date TBA
Body rolling, created by Yamuna Zake, allows the practitioner to relieve him or herself of muscle pain and tension, and enjoy self massage through the systemic use of specially designed therapeutic balls. Through specific routines you will learn where the muscle begins and ends so that through the use of body and foot balls tension can be released from the muscles point of origin, all the way to its point of insertion. Along the way the surrounding soft tissue receives a deep massage preparing your entire body to receive your yoga practice in a new and brighter light. This combined workshop of body rolling and yoga provides a wonderful opportunity to access the origins of deeply set muscle pain, release the pain, stimulate blood flow and to experience a comprehensive yoga practice in your newly liberated body.
A day of Kripalu Yoga, with Michael Carter,
Saturday May 10, 1-5pm, $45
The word Kripalu is derived from the Sanskrit word for Compassion. The kripalu approach to yoga is gentle and loving, yet challenging and profound. It provides a wonderful opportunity to access a deeper relationship with yourself, others and the practice of yoga. Kripalu yoga is broken down into three complimentary stages of practice; The Wilfull practice, the development of witness conscious through sensation and meditation in motion. This workshop will take yogis and yoginis on a journey through all three levels of Kripalu yoga with one of Yoga Child's most revered instructors. This provides a wonderful opportunity to expereince a yoga program with Michael Carter before he leaves for the summer.
Yoga for Fibromyalgia with Michele Carlino,
Saturday May 24, 3-5pm, $30
THIS WORKSHOP WILL PRESENT A FLOW OF YOGA THAT IS SUITED FOR THOSE DEALING WITH FIBROMYALGIA CHALLENGES. THROUGH GENTLE MOVEMENTS, BREATHWORK. AMD SUPPORTED POSES, THE BODY IS GUIDED INTO A DEEPER STATE OF OPENING AND RELAXATION. THIS INCREASES THE FLOW OF THE BODY'S VITAL ENERGY AND BRINGS BALANCE TO THE AUTOIMMUNE AND NERVOUS SYSTEMS AS WELL AS RELEASING DEEP TENSIONS HELD IN THE MUSCLES.
Foot Reflexology Workshop with Michele Carlino,
Saturday May 24, 6-8pm, $50/couple
For centuries, people have understood that the feet hold pressure points hwich correspond to the organs and systems of the human body. Reflexology is the application of specifically applied pressure, stretch and movement to the feet to free energy, promote healing and break up patterns of stress throughout the body. This is a practical, hand-on feet workshop. BRING A FRIEND TO WORK WITH.
Couples Yoga and Thai Massage with Michele Carlino, For you and your partner
Sunday 6/29, 6-7:30pm, $45/couple - New Date
Join us for an evening of partner assisted yoga and basic Thai Massage techniques. Practicing yoga & massage with a partner provides an opportunity for obtaining deep stretches while simultaneously receiving physical support. It brings with it the added benefit of enhancing communication and trust between one antoher. Breathwork, meditation and hands on Thai massage will be an integral part of the evening.
Useful Information to know when attending classes |
Mat rentals available for $1. All other props are complimentary.
Please plan to arrive about 10 minutes prior to class so that classes may begin and end on time.
In order to provide a peaceful class experience we do lock our doors at the beginning of each class.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement
Kindly respect the sanctity of our space and remove shoes prior to stepping into our carpeted "Yoga Zones"
We offer Yoga Birthday Parties- Our award winning Kids staff can make your teeny yoginis next party a memorable one!
Are you interested in bringing yoga to your school or your child's school? |
Yoga child has a nationally recognized yoga curriculum which goes to public, private, and charter schools
as well as youth facilities. For more information, please contact Gail at 215-238-098 9 or link to our in school web page.