CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
We offer a full program of yoga, meditation, healing arts and spiritual exploration through music and movement. Our community of teachers embraces the Kripalu approach to Hatha yoga, emphasizing meditation and breathing techniques and encouraging inward focus and mindfulness. All offered in a caring, supportive, non-judgmental setting to inspire relaxation, strengthening, healing and spiritual awakening. All classes end with savasana, full body relaxation.
Class styles are offered from beginner to experienced, gentle to more challenging, and encourage being present in the moment, letting go of judgment and embracing the journey of a pose not the destination. A variety of supportive props are provided, and students are encouraged to modify the poses to “own their practice”.
September Class Schedule at a Glance
All Levels
A guided sequence of postures with focus on alignment, sensations, mind and breathe. Students are invited to modify the poses according to their needs, and ability. Appropriate for all levels, and beginners are welcome.
Forever Young Chair Yoga
Feel better and enhance your quality of life! Mindful flowing movement and stretching encourages the body, mind and spirit to remain healthy and strong while reducing the effects of many age-related issues. The class will be done seated in a chair and standing. For participants 60 years and older, those in need of modifications due to ailments and limited mobility. Modifications are made to accommodate individual needs. To be announced.
Gentle Yoga
A very nurturing practice, which encourages mindfulness and promotes flexibility and relaxation. Classes include setting intentions, guided breathing and meditation and gentle pose sequences. Suitable for beginners, students new to the Center and those with physical limitations or recovering from injury.
Moderate
This class is appropriate for more experienced practitioners who desire more of a challenge. Students are guided through more advanced postures, and invited to hold poses longer and explore personal variations.
Thursday Night Class Rotation
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Restorative Yoga
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A Restorative Yoga class is known as an antidote to stress, improving circulation and digestion. It quiets the sympathetic nervous system and brings us to an easy state of body, mind and heart. It is an invitation to come home to yourself. Athina Pride guides you into a sense of peace and calm. Check schedule.
Yoga Nidra
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Known as conscious yogic sleep. A guided relaxation practice that is intended to induce total physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. It is practiced with props in a comfortable restful position. Studies have shown that Yoga Nidra can ease insomnia, anxiety and stress. It fosters feelings of peace, calm and clarity. Check schedule.
Mindfulness & Meditation with Lani Donlon
3rd Thursdays of the month 7:00-8:15 p.m.
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Donation Class: No set fee; $10 suggested, attendees may pay what they like
Mindfulness meditation is the practice of bringing attention to our present moment experience, observing what is happening without judgment. It is a simple practice that can have a huge impact. It can be an island of calm and clarity in the middle of the rushing stream of life. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, all are welcome.