Vinyasa
This is the main format of my classes and is used most often.
Vinyasa is made up of two Sanskrit words meaning to “to place” and “in a special way”. Thus, the sequencing of a vinyasa class has an intention to link postures together in a way that feels right within the body.
Movement within the flow is fluid and at times intensive. Teachers sequence their classes to smoothly transition from pose to pose, as breath is linked to movement. No two vinyasa classes are the same and can vary depending where and who the instructor studied under.
Good For: Intense exercisers, runners, endurance athletes; those that like variance and to test their physical limits. Looking for more cross-training in their routine.
Similar Style: Ashtanga
Hatha
Hatha yoga refers to any type of yoga that teaches physical postures – which encompasses almost all types of yoga taught.
A hatha labelled class generally means that you will get a gentle introduction to the basic postures.
Not as physically challenging as Vinyasa but you should end up leaving class feeling you had a well rounded practice and gained length and space within the body.
Good For: Beginners; those needing a softer style due to limited range in movement; recovering from injury.
Restorative & Yin
Restorative yoga is a great way to relax and soothe overstimulated nerves. Restorative classes use bolsters, blankets, and blocks to prop students into poses so the body can experience the benefits of a pose without having to exert much effort. Rejuvenation and healing of the body and mind as well as creating calm and relaxation are the benefits of this type of class.
Yin
Working off the restorative ideals of creating calm, yin yoga poses are held for several minutes at a time. A more meditative practice designed to target deeper connective tissues, tendons, and fascia, restoring length and elasticity. You’ll use props so your body can release into the posture instead of actively flexing or engaging the muscles. Like meditation, it may make you feel antsy at first, but stick with it for a few classes and its restorative elements may get you hooked.
Good For: Everyone; those who need to slow down (stress, anxiety, etc); recovery for athletes; coming off an injury (more so restorative than yin if you are injured); those that need to stretch and unwind.
Iyengar
I do not teach Iyengar Yoga but am influenced by his teachings and highly recommend this style of yoga.
Iyengar yoga was developed by the infamous yogi B.K.S. Iyengar.
Iyengar is very detailed with great attention paid to finding the proper alignment in a pose. Through the use of a multitude of props, this style helps student find the proper alignment in their bodies. This is not a strong flow style class but there is still a strong physical & mental challenge offered to students.
Good For: Those with injury or chronic condition; Detail-Oriented folks; those interested in anatomy, and beginners.
Ashtanga
I do not teach Ashtanga but it is a similar style to vinyasa.
A style based on ancient yoga teachings, brought to the West by K. Pattabhi Jois. It is a rigorous style of yoga that follows a specific sequence of postures that links every movement to a breath.
The difference between Vinyasa and Ashtanga is that Ashtanga always performs the exact same poses in the exact same order.
There are 6 series within the practice that allows students to go from beginner to advanced.
Good For: Type A personalities and those who seek perfection and find the need to follow strict guidelines.
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