Class Descriptions

Intro to Yoga
Learn the foundations of yoga, from the ground up. Never taken a yoga class and interested in trying? Practiced for years but wondered how you should really be doing that downward dog? And what about all that breathing anyway? If you can say yes to any of the above, this is the class for you. We will explore the foundations of yoga, focusing on the physical alignment for the basic postures, and the basics of breath work and meditation that are also part of the practice. No experience in yoga is needed, but a basic level of physical fitness is required—i.e., you are able to get up from a seated position on the floor, are reasonably comfortable on hands and knees. This class is periodically offered as a multi-week series.

Private Instruction
If you are looking for private instruction, we will happily try and meet your needs, whether it’s for one person or a group, at the studio or your home. Rates vary accordingly; please contact us if you would like to set something up!

Hatha
Ideal for beginners or continuing students who are looking for an class with methodical instruction. We explore basic postures (asanas) with an emphasis on correct alignment supported as needed by blocks, blankets and other props. While we may introduce the fundamental tools of vinyasa yoga—or posture flow coordinated with breath—the focus of the class is on proper alignment and body awareness. Holds may be longer, to build stamina and stability. Hatha classes are often themed to invite inquiry into aspects of yoga other than the physical practice.

Vinyasa Flow (levels 1, 1-2, and 2)
Vinyasa Flow classes work well for intermediate students or athletic beginners who like to move. Building on the foundation of proper alignment, asanas (postures) are linked together with the breath to create a moderate to challenging, always creative posture flow. The flow and rhythm of a vinyasa practice creates a kind of moving meditation. Vinyasa sequences will often playfully and skillfully build toward a peak challenge pose, before winding down toward closing postures and Savasana.

Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga classes are a great way to restore and rejuvenate. The class is taught in a supportive atmosphere and open to all levels, for anyone looking for a quiet practice. We explore mostly seated and restorative postures, with some standing postures, and props are used liberally to support the body. Please note that this class is not designed for acute states of illness, nor is it specifically therapeutic. Students should be able to get themselves to and from the floor without assistance. We request that students with injuries seek permission from a physician before attending class. Pregnant women are welcome.

Bhakti Flow
Bhakti — the yoga of love and devotion. Come join Natasha to explore moving and breathing in community. This class will leverage the practice of yoga as a portal of exploration to deepen our connection to self and to others. Bringing playfulness and curiosity to our asana, we will learn to be in more loving, accepting, and compassionate relationship to ourselves and to those around us. An inclusive space for practitioners of all levels, this class focuses less on what the posture looks like, and more on a felt sense of moving in a way that feels supportive and nourishing. Leave this slow flow feeling embodied, connected, and reveling in the benefits of full-body tending.

Restorative
Restorative Yoga is exactly what it sounds like—a combination of gentle yoga and restorative poses. Restorative postures use multiple props to support the body so that you can hold poses for longer than is typical in an active practice. This nourishing support allows you to open the body through passive stretching. The postures are usually adapted from supine or seated yoga poses with the addition of blocks, bolsters, and blankets to eliminate strain. This class is generally offered once a month.

Sunrise and Shine
Sunrise and Shine classes offer a shared, predictable online sequence designed to help you get your day off to a grounded, balanced start. Class begins with 10 minutes of guided meditation and centering, followed by 15 minutes of floor-based stretching. We fire things up a bit with core work and standing poses, and finish up with some seated or supine pranayama (breath work) to nourish the nervous system and prepare for a blissful 5 minutes of Savasana. This is grounding practice suitable for newer and experienced yogis alike. It is helpful to have a few props around (blanket, strap and blocks) if you are joining virtually.

Flow+ Deep Stretch
This 60 minute class splits time between a steady vinyasa practice and longer holds in poses intended to increase mobility and invite relaxation rounding with a final restorative pose. Vinyasa sequences are built around specific poses or body parts with a corresponding focus in the stretching portion of class. Sometimes we begin with stretching, sometimes the stretching follows the flow, and sometimes we alternative throughout class. This class is ideal for students looking for strength and stretch and relaxation all in one place. Suitable for those with some vinyasa experience.

SATYA
Taught by Leslie, SATYA (sensory awareness training for yoga attunement), akin to somatic training, is a system developed by Tias LIttle of Prajna Yoga. SATYA movements complement both active asana and the contemplative yogic practices of meditation and pranayama. SATYA builds new pathways of perception and feeling through movements that are done on the floor in a flowing fashion, without force. These movements cultivate inner listening and interoception, and heighten proprioceptive awareness, lighting up the body’s innate intelligence. The exercises are non-weight bearing and involve sliding, gliding and circular movements to reduce myo-fascial holding in the body. Like in vinyasa training, breath is combined with movement in order to deepen the respiratory rhythm. The movements and the pauses, combined with awareness of our own pulsatory rhythms (breath, heart rate, etc.) help us move out of the ego, outside of conscious control, and toward the experience of Samapatti, or inward absorption. Leslie’s Monday Hatha 1 class begins with about 20 minutes of SATYA.

Sunday Reset
Acknowledge the week past and set yourself up for the week ahead. This class is a whole-system reset that begins with pranayama to open the energetic passages, builds a little heat with movement and muscular activation and then moves into more sustained poses and myofascial release. We'll end with attentive rest/restorative postures. Open to all levels.