In this 8-week series of gentle yoga, you will be introduced progressively to some of the basic asanas (postures), principles and healing aspects of this ancient practice. You will learn a set of movements for the health of the joints and the stimulation and balancing of the hormonal system. Pranayama (the science of breath), and the introduction of a relaxation practice are designed to provide you with tools for stress reduction. Each class also provides a brief theme of philosophy that introduces you to the deeper underlying principles of yoga. This beginner’s class is good for anyone who has never done yoga, who has not practiced yoga for a long time, older adults or who wants to improve their flexibility and strength. This class also helps activate the synovial fluids around the joints and helps balance the glandular system for a better sense of well-being. Experience immediate benefits as you learn about this ancient, Eastern practice that combines the power of mind, body and spirit.

In this 8 -week series, you will continue to explore meditation as a path to liberation, and expand your knowledge of yoga asanas (postures) progressively. Continuing with an understanding of basic movements for the health of the joints and the stimulation and balancing of the hormonal system, you will deepen your awareness of the mind-body connections for integrative healing. Each class provides on-going themes of philosophy to deepen your understanding of the underlying principles of yoga. You will learn “Pranayama” (the science of breath) and be introduced to sitting meditation through the practice of Dhahrana (concentration of the mind). The goals of Yoga Level II are to establish a natural harmony of body and mind. This class is good for individuals having some preliminary knowledge of yoga, who have a personal practice or who want to grow into a personal practice. Ideally, you will have completed our Level I Progressive Yoga class or have similar yoga experience. Students wishing the maximum benefits should register for the entire series.

This gentle yoga class has an emphasis on form refinement, increased awareness of the mind-body interface, deepening your practice at that level. This class incorporates aspects from both Beginners I and Beginners II or anyone who has equivalent yogic training and/or some established personal practice. It is however, good for all beginners, those who have not practiced for a while, or those who want to improve their flexibility

In this 8-week series, continuing students will build on the foundation established in Levels I and II Beginners Yoga. We will increase our sitting meditation practice. More challenging asanas are introduced in a progressive manner as you continue your journey towards developing yoga as a sadhana, (lifestyle) and deepening your awareness of the mind-body interface. As with all our yoga classes, each class provides on-going themes of philosophy to deepen your understanding of the underlying principles of yoga. You will learn more advanced practices of “Pranayama” (the science of breath). The goals of Yoga Level III are to deepen a natural harmony of body and mind, to increase physical strength and endurance, and to improve cardio-vascular health. It is recommended that you have completed our level II yoga series or that you have an equivalent level of yoga experience before taking our Level lll class. Students wishing the maximum benefits should register for the entire series.

In this 8-week series continuing intermediate level students of Hatha Yoga will be extending meditation practice, improving flexibility and developing upper body strength, to develop mental and physical poise and to support you in maintaining a regular practice. In this course, you will practice basic and advanced postures, deepen your relaxation skills and increase internal awareness of body, breath and mind. At this level of our practice, we will be sitting for a more extended time with the practice of Pranayama and Dhahran. Discussion material will introduce additional themes from the classical yogic literature

PREREQUISITE: This is geared toward advanced students and yoga instructors. In order to participate fully you should have completed our Level III yoga series (or have the equivalent level of yoga experience) and are committed to your sadhana and meditation practice. Students wishing the maximum benefits should register for the entire series. To ensure maximum benefits, students must register for the entire series.

A mixed-level class, perfect for more experienced beginners looking for a drop-in class. In this class you will have the opportunity to practice at an intermediate level in an ongoing, open class format.Students should have basic understanding of yogic principles and asanas. Attention will be given to individuals according to their experience and abilities. It is highly advisable that you have completed beginner levels of practice before joining this class. Perfect for experienced yoga students or yoga teachers who seek to benefit from a structured setting as a way to refine their personal practice. This is geared toward advanced students and yoga instructors. This Hatha Yoga class is also suitable for level III students with gentle warm-up postures, breath work, sitting and standing, and inverted postures that are adaptable to the abilities of most students.