Class Descriptions

Heated Power Flow

Power yoga links movement with breath to create a dynamic flow of poses. This is a vigorous, detoxifying, strength-based class, that works on building flexibility, and endurance.  You will experience some fun and creative variations to the traditional Baptiste Yoga methodology and sequencing. You can expect high energy, playfulness, and inspiration to get your body moving and clear your mind. Beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners receive direction from the instructor to create poses that work for their individual level. This allows all practitioners to be challenged and find their own personal edge together in the same class. This class is heated and is considered an intermediate level class.

Vinyasa Flow

The literal translation of Vinyasa from Sanskrit is connection, or to place in a special way. In terms of yoga asana, we can interpret this as a connection between movement and breath. A cat-cow stretch is an example of a very simple vinyasa, because the spine is arched on an inhale and rounded on an exhale. A sun salutation sequence is an example of a more complex Vinyasa. Each movement in the series is done in time with an inhalation or an exhalation. One posture follows another in a specific and orderly manner. In this way one posture prepares you for the next, or counterbalances the previous posture. The postures build from one to the next revealing an internal logic of body, breath, mind and movement. The postures are well placed and lead to a balanced, complete feeling at the end of the practice. This practice is good for those with some yoga experience as well as more advanced students.

Gentle Flow

This class's intensity falls right in between our Vinyasa Flow and Gentle classes.  It is a perfect blend of relaxation and gentle postures along with poses that will build strength, balance, stamina and flexibility. You will gain mind-body awareness by uniting breath and movement, all the while reducing stress and cultivating peace of mind. This class is perfect for beginners and intermediate students.

Gentle

Gentle yoga classes are great for those who want a softer, slow-paced and relaxing practice. Postures may be approached in gradual steps, with plenty of time to focus on breathing and repetition so that the practice is simple to and not overly strenuous. Gentle-style yoga classes attempt to serve a variety of distinct needs: people with movement limitations, or profound stiffness due to lack of activity, illness or injury, as well as seniors, new practitioners, and those seeking stress-reduction or weight management. This class is great for those new to yoga and those wanting a more relaxing class.

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Chair Yoga makes yoga accessible to people who cannot stand or lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to lying down.  While seated on chairs, students can do versions of twists, hip stretches and forward bends. In addition to a good stretch, chair yoga participants can also enjoy other health benefits of yoga, including improved muscle tone, better breathing habits, reduction of stress, better sleep, and a sense of well-being.  This class is great for those with limited mobility.

Restorative Yoga

Often, yoga is seen as an active practice, moving from pose to pose, building heat, increasing strength and flexibility. Restorative yoga is different. It's about slowing down and opening the body through passive stretching. In a restorative class, there may be hardly any movement at all, holding a few postures in the course of an hour. During these long holds, muscles relax deeply. It's a completely different feeling from other types of yoga classes since props are used to support the body instead of the muscles. Restorative classes are very mellow, making them a good complement to more active practices and an excellent antidote to stress.

Yin Yoga

Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat, and the lengthening and contracting of our muscles. Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine. While initially this style of yoga can seem quite passive, or soft, yin practice can be quite challenging due to the long duration of the poses. We can remain in the postures anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes. It's about effortlessly settling into a pose, often supported by props such as cushions and bolsters. While the postures are reminiscent of Classical Hatha Yoga asanas, they've been renamed to stand apart. There are three tenets of Yin Yoga: find your edge where you can feel the stretch but without straining; remain still; and allow yourself to stay here for time—typically three to five minutes. It’s a simple practice with profound therapeutic benefits for longevity, vitality, flexibility, and more. The room will be gently warmed, all levels welcome.

Prenatal Yoga

Our Prenatal is perfect for any woman at any stage of her pregnancy. We will focus on poses that are beneficial to you and your baby, as well as meditation and breathing techniques that will come in handy during labor.  You will learn to connect more deeply with your changing body, your baby and the other moms to be in your community. In our Prenatal classes mothers are taught to move beyond the stress and fear that often comes up and surrounds pregnancy, as well as learning to tap into their sensitivity and intuition.  Let us help you to have a confident, conscious birth and help you to bring your baby into this world already knowing the virtues of breathing and meditation. What a wonderful gift to give your child!

"If a woman is living in calmness, radiance, joy and good health, remember that this is the atmosphere in which her baby will enter the world."  

-Gurmukh Kuar Khalsa, founder of Khalsa Way Prenatal Yoga

Private Lessons

Private Lessons are great for anyone looking to deepen their practice or those totally new to yoga.  You will have a one on one session with one of our wonderful teachers where your personal yogic needs/goals can be addressed in a private space. Private classes are perfect for those recovering from health concerns, injuries, or any other limitations you may experience. If you are concerned about the possibility of a re-injury, working one-on-one with a private yoga instructor you will learn how to adapt certain postures and use modifications as well as find out if there are specific poses to avoid when in class. Experienced yoga practitioners can also benefit from private yoga lessons especially for those who want to take their practice to the next level. A private yoga instructor can work closely with you in leading you into more challenging poses in a safe and inspiring environment. Private lessons are also great for those with a hectic schedule since you get to pick what time of day works best for you. Call or stop by to schedule your lesson.

Tai chi

Tai Chi, also known as shadow boxing, is an internal martial art that originated in ancient China. Nowadays it is practiced throughout the world as an effective exercise for health.  Qigong refers to a variety of medical and non-medical practices and movements which are also designed to cultivate and circulate energy or “qi” (pronounced “chee”).  Both practices consist of fluid, gentle, mindful movements that are relaxed and slow in tempo and are a powerfully holistic approach to better health.   They can be practiced almost anywhere and are a suitable form of exercise for just about anyone, regardless of age, health or fitness level. Benefits include stress reduction, improved strength and balance, reduced pain and stiffness, and improved fitness.   In this class, students will learn an easy Qigong form and be introduced to beginning Yang style Tai Chi

Donation based Meditation

Curious about starting a meditation practice but would like a little guidance? Perhaps you're a seasoned practitioner who would prefer to meditate in a group for the collective energy?  Gathering with others to meditate adds uplifted energy to all and regular group meditation is found to be highly beneficial to all over body and emotional health.  Learn to quiet the mind, cultivate serenity and enjoy the silence and stillness that a regular meditation practice brings.  All levels welcome.