Descriptions for Yoga Classes

Beginner Level These classes lay a foundation for a basic yoga practice using the fundamentals of yoga with an emphasis on health enhancing alignment and breathing. Chair yoga poses are included.

Gentle Beginner  These classes support students who need a gentler practice due to physical limitations and therapeutic needs, or just enjoy taking it a bit easy. Incorporates options with a chair and BodyMind Ballwork on occassion.

Mixed Level Designed for those seeking a well-balanced array of poses with variations that are suitable for all levels* of students, along with some fun challenges.  *Beginning students are encouraged to participate in Beginning Level or Chair Yoga classes.

Restorative Yoga & Meditation Workshops With the use of yoga props-blankets and bolsters, the student discovers a practice that refreshes, renews and deeply relaxes the body, nervous system and mind.  Guidance for cultivating a meditation practice is included in these monthly workshops. All welcome. Check Homepage for date and time each month.

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Chair Yoga This class is offered to seniors and anyone who may have a more limited range of movement.  The use of a chair safely creates increased stability and enhanced balance while experiencing a full range of basic yoga poses.

Bodymind Ballwork (This method is currently being integrated into a Gentle-Beginner Mon. class). This is a practical and effective method of self-care using rubber balls of varying sizes and textures to release tight muscles, ease tension in specific areas of the body, and increase awareness and energy flow. In this class you will learn bodymind ballwork basics and explore specialized techniques.  All welcome.

Private Yoga Designed to address one's personal needs with tailor-made specifics. Especially useful for anyone seeking individualized instruction due to limiting range of motion, or need of stress reduction, etc. Also, helpful for athletes, artists, meditators, or anyone seeking to enhance their performance.

Special Group Classes Please inquire. www.shaktiyogageneseo@gmail.com