Sama-Set
Sama-Set is a radical experience combining breath, body, meditation and relaxation. Every few months we will introduce a NEW Hatha Yoga sequence + theme that enables students in deepening their yoga inquiry + understanding of the relationships of the energetic and physical bodies working together. It encourages us to look at deepening our understanding of how we connect to ourselves and our environment, moves us physically to strengthen and reduce tension, mentally calms and clarifies and emotionally releases and cleanses.
Included in each class:
• monthly theme/yoga posture focus
• pranayama (yogic breathing exercises)
• guided mediation (seated or reclined | 5-10 min each class)
• yogic philosophy
Why this style? We need foundations. Theory can help us to create intention in our practice and then our experience integrates into our understanding. This class will deepen any students understanding of the yoga practice.
HOT 26 + 2
Often referred to as Original Hot Yoga, this class, developed in the Ghosh lineage in Kolkata (Calcutta) where the climate is naturally very warm, is a 90 minute - set sequence of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises. All postures are done twice. It is characterized by a fluctuation between exertion and relaxation where after each posture there is deep relaxation to integrate the benefits of the pose. Emphasis is placed on proper alignment + not on the depth of each posture making this set challenging yet accessible for all levels of experience. This practice is therapeutic in focus, emphasized by stillness in body and mind. There is no music, just the sounds of silence and your own sweat gently dripping, purifying and detoxing your body.
Modifications are offered to suit your unique body. Watch yourself progress as you deepen your practice and stillness with each class and you reap the benefits of repetition.
Core
We take the best from Hatha Yoga and Pilates to create a flow that allows you strengthen and tone your entire body with just one class each week. Yoga and Pilates are blended together to create an atmosphere that is complete for all fitness levels- from beginner to fitness enthusiast. Goal: Weight-loss, boost metabolism, total body conditioning and strengthen of CORE muscles- chest, abs, back and legs.
Sling + Stretch Suspension Yoga™
The Suspension Yoga™ Sling is an exceptional yoga tool, designed to increase flexibility, balance, coordination, and personal power, while experiencing the uplifting effects of heightened prana and life force. This is the perfect yoga accessory for handstand training, split training, hip opening, chest and shoulder stretching, supported back-bending, and hamstring lengthening, with the ability to use proper alignment techniques and dynamic flow. Dramatically advance your personal yoga practice and be ready to fly!
++ Attend after 2 hour Suspension Yoga™ Immersion Pre-requisite only.
Yoga to Live Drums
The soft beat of a Djembe drum can easily transform a yoga practice into a powerful experience that combines music, rhythm, the body and the mind. Drumming and yoga connect body, mind and spirit. Both are healing to the inner most parts of our beings. Drumming and yoga form a natural partnership. The vibrating resonance of the drum seems to pull the practioner deeper into the practice. The drummer moves energy into space while the yogini moves energy through the body. This is a pop-up class that will be on the west end and downtown schedules at various times, temperatures and days.
Ashtanga Mysore
Mysore is open to all levels, from absolute beginners to more experienced students. The class is NOT led and all instruction is given on an individual dasis. As you gain strength, stamina, flexibility and focus, poses will be added on to your sequence.
THE FORMAT OF THE PRACTICE ALWAYS REMAINS THE SAME. One always begins practice with Surya Namaskar, concludes with Padmasana and rest, and the various asanas gradually fill the space between these two poles.
YOU CAN SHOW UP ANYTIME WITHIN THE FIRST HOUR OF PRACTICE AFTER WHICH WE WILL CLOSE THE STUDIO'S DOOR. This way you will have enough time to finish your full practice by the end of the allotted time. If you are new to the Ashtanga Method, we will ask you to come at the beginning to get the full tutorial.
YOU CAN DEVELOP YOUR MEDITAITON PRACTICE BY FOLLOWING YOUR OWN BREATH. Ashtanga is intended to be a moving meditation. Led classes are a fantastic way to learn about the breath and the vinyasa, but Mysore-style is where you follow your own beath and deepen your focus and meditation skills.
YOU GET INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION. In any type of yoga we come across poses or aspects of the practice that are difficult and challenging. In a led class you may just skim over a difficult pose, but in Mysore style, you have the chance to work one-on-one with a trained teacher. Most people feel this individual attention helps their practice soar.
Learning yoga in this traditional manner benefits the student on many levels. It is possible for one to gain independence and confidence in their sadhana (spiritual practice), as well, something truly becomes on'e own when they learn it by heart.