Class Descriptions

Beginner Yoga Classes

(in approximate order of physical difficulty)

Integral Yoga

A peaceful spiritual sequence of Hatha Yoga postures combined with chanting, breathing exercises (Pranayama) and deep relaxation, ending with meditation. Based on the teachings of Swami Satchidananda and his teacher, Swami Sivananda Parmhansa. For All Levels

Anusara Yoga

Hatha Yoga that focuses on the alignment and form of individual postures. Helps prevent injuries and makes yoga practice more efficient using methods developed by John Friend. An excellent complement to any yoga style or for rehabilitation after injury. For All Levels.

Beginners Ashtanga

A slow posture flow coordinating breath with postures. Serves as a simple introduction to the practice of Ashtanga Yoga for those students who need more experience before attending Ashtanga 1. For Beginners.

Community Yoga

An easy inexpensive Ashtanga Class dedicated to the Clifton Community. Practice basic principles of breath, bandhas, drishti and vinyasa using key standing and seated postures from a Modified Primary Ashtanga Series.
For Beginners ($3 Suggested Donation).

Ashtanga 1

A dynamic practice using a Modified Primary Series based on variations from the Primary Series developed by Pattabhi Jois. Develops endurance, inner strength, and flexibility while burning toxins and overcoming fatigue. Creates a firm foundation for building an Ashtanga practice. For Reasonably Fit Beginners.

Vinyasa Flow 1

Each class is unique, incorporating creative sequencing based on Ashtanga and Hatha postures that will keep you on your toes. Be ready for anything! Yoga is about adapting to change and surfing the flow of life using breath, bandhas and drishti. For Fit Beginners.

Vinyasa Flow 2

A Vinyasa Flow to build core strength and awareness. Each class explores energetic yet graceful movements, using sequencing that reveals both the softness and depth of power within each posture. For Experienced Beginners/Intermediate.

Yoga Fusion

A fusion of Hatha, Ashtanga, Pilates & Dance in a wonderful celebration of movement. Like ocean waves, you'll become soft but strong with the ability to move with liquid crystal shining awareness. Bring light into all your dark spaces. For Fit Beginners.

Intermediate Yoga Classes

(in approximate order of physical difficulty)

Rocket

The Rocket gets you there faster! A short fast-paced practice of Ashtanga 1 & 2 postures, adding creative arm balances and strength-building moves. Step up your practice and watch yourself soar into a new level of fitness and endurance! For Experienced Fit Beginners.

Hot Yoga

Like to sweat and build endurance? This class is for you! A powerful flow in a hot environment that will intensify your inner fire, creating movement where there was stiffness and energy where there was torpor. For Experienced Very Fit Beginners.

Ashtanga 2

Expand your practice with sequences based on the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Ashtanga Series. Develop your energy while purifying your nervous system. Use energy locks to store prana and establish a firm foundation of foot, body, hand and eye alignment. For the Beginner/Intermediate to Advanced Levels.

Power Yoga

Build endurance and flexibility using fast paced vinyasa, long power holds, and slow deep stretches. Using martial arts training principles, find your hidden inner strength and mental endurance. For the Beginner/Intermediate to Advanced Levels.

For Experienced Students Only

Yoga Adventure

Advanced instruction in arm balances, back bends, inversions and other interesting postures taken from all six Classical Ashtanga Series. Learn to customize postures to your needs with hands on adjustments. Ashtanga 2 Experience Required.

Specialty Classes

Yin Yoga

A soft meditative form of stretching and inner reflection that is a wonderful complement to active yoga styles. Uses long passive holds, which lengthen the body's deeper connective tissues and change neural-muscular patterns. Increases flexibility and ease of movement. For All Fitness Levels.

Ayurvedic Meridian Yoga (Yin & Vinyasa)

An exploration of the subtle energetic properties of asana practice. This class combines Taoist Yoga principles with Ayurvedic Yoga principles with the intention to balance the flow of subtle energy through the various energy pathways in the body through the use of stretching and pressure points. Although parts of this class may be physically challenging it is more concerned with feeling good than getting into shape. For All Fitness Levels.

Pilates Mat Class

Incorporates Eastern and Western exercises to realign posture, improve balance, and strengthen abdominal & back muscles. Originally developed by Joseph Pilates for professional dancers and athletes to strengthen, stretch, and build their core strength. For All Fitness Levels.

Yogalates

Fun-filled dynamic movements combining the best of yoga postures and pilates exercises. Increases core strength, endurance, and flexibility-while having a good time. Good for post-natal bulge, spare tires, flabby abs, slow metabolism, and computer slump. Previous Yoga or Pilates experience recommended.

Meditation

Peaceful stress-relieving group practice using breathing exercises, chanting, and meditation. Come experience meditation as the highest achievement of yoga. Facilitated by an experienced practitioner who can answer your questions. Beginners through advanced are welcome (FREE).

TEACHERS

Indu Bhardwaj, Michael Burgasser, Rebecca Anne Bedel, Cindy Bowling, Sunshine Celesti, Jo Grifith, Shalini Latour, Kurt Mathys, Alexandra MacPherson, Jen Painter, Jon Reid, Stacy Samano-Fisher, Michelle Ward, Anele Woo, Lori Young.