Yoga Classes
Vinyasa:Beginner,Intermediate, Advanced
Vinyasa Yoga is an energetic blend of flowing yoga postures informed by precise attention to alignment and supported by the relaxed movement of breath throughout the body. Vinyasa translates from Sanskrit meaning “to place in a special way” and by synchronizing the breath with movement sessions become an energetic way to transform the body and find a deeper understanding of yourself and a more personal connection to the world around you. State of Yoga offers various levels to meet every participants needs.
Vinyasa Foundations classes are beginner level, designed to give you the time and support to learn how to move with your breath and understand the proper alignment of Yoga postures (asanas) and breathing. You will begin to flow through Sun Salutations, learn the fundamental yoga postures and you will be introduced to your first inversion step-by-step and in a safe way, as we help you build confidence in the postures and experience the wonders of Yoga.
Vinyasa open is a medium pace yoga practice that cultivates presence by connecting movement with breath. Intelligent sequencing makes this classes fun and dynamic. Most classes feature several elements of traditional Ashtanga yoga—including sun salutations, standing poses, preparation for arm balances, dynamic stretching, and pranayama (breathing exercise). This moving meditation practice will build strength and aid balance while reducing stress and increasing vitality. All levels.
Vinyasa 2 classes are designed to take you to a level where you will expand on your strength, stamina and flexibility as you master more advanced postures and more demanding sequences under the guidance of an experienced yoga teacher. Vinyasa 2 classes involves more complex sequences, inversion variations, arm balances and jump backs. These classes require a deeper level of focus and concentration that builds endurance both mentally & physically. For intermediate and advanced practitioners
Jivamukti Open class
A Jivamukti Open class is a comprehensive yoga class that transforms, invigorates and energizes, while at the same time grounding and leading the student inward on an exploration of the deeper spiritual aspects of the self.
Every class includes Sanskrit chanting, breathing practices, creative vinyasa flow and asana sequences, physical alignment exploration, Yogic philosophical teachings drawn from the focus of the month, meditation and deep relaxation. Music plays an integral role and each class features an eclectic playlist, ranging from Indian kirtan to hip-hop, rock, funk, trance, classical and spoken word.
Hatha
Considered as the classical yoga, Hatha is the most popular form of yoga practice in the west, and its the foundation of many other new yoga styles. Hatha Yoga is said to balance the opposing energies of the body - sun and moon, male and female and all the dichotomies in the universe. This form of Yoga is most often identified with the practice of basic yoga postures(asana), experience breathing techniques, and relaxation.
In Hatha yoga, we manipulate the energy on the physical and energetical body, to reach all the different layers of our consciousness. Hatha Yoga will promote physical vitality and mental balance.
All levels welcome.
ASHTANGA REMIX
This Ashtanga vinyasa flow is suitable for those who are new to the Ashtanga practice, as well as anyone with an existing practice. Students are guided through half of the asanas in the Primary sequence with additional instruction and modifications provided so that the practice is accessible to all. The class includes all the standing asanas from the Primary series, various seated asanas from the Primary and Intermediate series, and modified closing and finishing asanas. The sequences will slightly change with each class, but expect there to be some repetition of asanas, as well as a great playlist to keep you moving through the more challenging asanas.
Mysore style
A Mysore style self-practice is for everyone and every level. Named after the city in India where it originated, Mysore is the traditional method in which Ashtanga Yoga is taught. Students are taught a sequence of postures through one-on-one instruction using customized poses, and progress at their own individual pace with personal instruction and guidance from the teacher in a small room environment. It’s like having a private lesson in a group setting. There is a flexible start time. Just show up between 7-8:45am and you will be taught a sequence that you will move through at your own pace.
gentle flow
Gentle Flow combines a series of postures, where with a gentler, lighter paced flow, students will be able to move with a sense of ease from one posture to another, coordinated with the breath. This softer pace will allow you to be more present with each posture.
60-minute class
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga regulates the flow of energy in the body .
It is a more meditative approach with a physical focus much deeper than Yang like practices. Here the practitioner is trying to access the deeper tissues such as the connective tissue and fascia and many of the postures, that we hold for longer periods of time, focus on areas that encompass a joint (hips, sacrum, spine).
Yin yoga is an effective practice to maintain the flexibility of the body, to deepen the connection with the breath and train the mind to remain present through the entire practice.
Yin yang Yoga
Yin Yang Yoga blends two styles of yoga into one practice - bringing together the benefits of passively holding yoga poses with more dynamic sequences and standing postures.
A Yin Yang yoga class will often start dynamically (Yang) and end with longer held poses to relax and calm the nervous system. The sequencing of the class can have a powerful effect on your energy levels and how you feel after class.
For all levels.
prenATAL YOGA
Our unique prenatal yoga classes go well beyond simply modifying yoga poses. We celebrate community and strive to make your pregnancy as comfortable as possible. We will address any aches or pains in your body so you will feel more comfortable.
Each class includes poses that bring balance and alignment to the pelvis, pelvic floor and encouraging your relationship with your baby. We are here to help build a support system with other moms going through the same process.
Suitable for all trimesters we will finish the practice with some restorative postures leaving you energized, stretched and relaxed.
60-minute class
VINYASA KRAMA
Vinyasa Krama is the original yoga system of Krishnamacharya. It means “wise progression.” During this practice, every pose is experienced in a flow and with a special breathing methodology under the guidance of a teacher. Vinyasa Krama develops all directions of mobility, strength and extended flexibility. New sequences designed uniquely for each class, considering the season, time of day, and the needs of each student. Different Vinyasas (the transitions between poses) will be offered, keeping this a fun and engaging flow class.
Vinyasa Krama is the foundation for the high art of truly skilled, compelling and powerful yoga teaching, yet for all levels. Over time, the practitioner would recognize and learn the original yoga sequences. The main motivation of this yoga session is to bring the body, mind and breath in harmony in order to create a special energy effect.
therapeutic yoga
This class is designed to give you an opportunity to relax, settle into your own body and shift into being mode. Supported and stabilized by various props (blankets, bolsters, blocks, straps, walls, chairs, eye pillows etc.), one experiences the Yoga postures as profoundly relaxing and deeply rejuvenating, invoking a natural state of healing rest, renewal and equanimity. The results are a balanced state of being from inside out. Appropriate for anyone at any age or stage of life and in any physical condition.
Restorative Yoga NIdra
Students can expect to lie down or sit comfortably during the practice supported by blankets and props. The benefits of a Yoga Nidra practice are: decreased stress, anxiety, fear and depression; decreased insomnia and sleep disturbances; decreased perception of chronic and acute pain; improved interpersonal relations; increased energy levels; increased sense of control in their lives; more confidence and joy in their lives and a greater sense of peace and well-being.
All levels welcome , 75-minute class
Meditation
This 45 minute session will begin with some light breath-work to focus the mind, followed by a few brief asanas (postures) to rid the body of excess energy and release stiffness in the body. Afterwards, the teacher will guide the participants through various meditation techniques designed to help invoke a sense of calmness and find peace from the constant fluctuations of the mind.
acro yoga for all
This fun class focuses on fundamentals and poses catering to everyone no matter where you are in your practice.
No partner needed!
All ages and levels welcome
Kids yoga
In this class, children will immerse into the yoga universe in a fun way, by playing different games and telling stories. Each class includes interactive postures, breathing techniques and relaxation. Children can practice joyfully the yoga postures to explore their body flexibility and strength and balance. Kids Yoga is also a good support to the mental development, improving concentration and focus, easing and balancing the mind, helping the kids to express themselves, developing their imagination and improving their creativity.
45-minute class
TWEENS & Teens yoga
Aside from the physical benefits of yoga, yoga teaches tweens and teens techniques for coping with the unique issues they're faced with everyday—insecurity about their changing bodies, the pressure to fit in, stressful schedules, and uncertainty about their beliefs and their futures. Here's plenty of creative movement through sun salutes, backbends, some partner work and a fabulous guided relaxation to finish.
60 minute class
Restorative pilates flow
Taking from the classical method designed by Joseph H. Pilates, and balanced with Yin and Restorative Yoga, comes this class that consists of movements that are low-impact, with few repetitions, emphasizing form and alignment. Pilates focuses on the ‘core’, the muscles of the back and stomach, and also targets the intrinsic, supporting muscles to give a long, lean physique.
The movements are integrated with the breath and emphasis is placed on focus so that the mind becomes more in tune with the body, creating a connection that can be carried out of the studio to improve grace, balance, and focus in daily life.
Classes end with stretches based on the Yin and Restorative yoga methods allowing you to leave class feeling taller and calmer.
60 minutes. All levels welcome.
Primal movement
Primal Movement is a unique, fun and physical class based around our human movement patterns. It connects you to your body through fundamental primal positions and transitions that work, load and stretch through the body’s natural ranges.
In life, we take our first journey across the floor on our hands, knees and feet. Primal takes this principle and adds balances, twists, stabilization techniques, the progresses to a roll or perhaps a balance or 2! In keeping with this return to our childhood agility, this class is FUN!
Each class combines warming up the body through range, adds expansion and strength work, skills, balances, adds complexes and movement forms to help you practice, adapt and explore what your body is capable of.
60 min- All levels welcome
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