Classes

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS  |  LEVELS

About My Class

In person classes are not heated but are comfortable.

Expect to sweat, the style I teach is one of the more physical practices of asana.

• Bring water to class and take as many water breaks as you need.
• Bring a towel to class to pat down as needed.

I love music and play it in class

Do not fear, music is kept at a softer volume as not to drain out the instruction.

Music will only be played during in-person classes. If joining via zoom feel free to play music at your leisure as you will be muted.

What to do before/after class

It is recommended that you do not eat 2-3 hours before class, of course a light snack is fine, but a heavy meal is advised against.

• There is a physical benefit to every posture we introduce, and some postures require twisting and engagement of the core, therefore trying these postures on a full stomach may not provide for the best experience.

Let me (or any teacher) know of any injuries, chronic issues, recent surgeries, or any other ailment you may be recovering from.

• Letting me know what is occurring in your body allows me to better instruct and modify postures to keep you safe and protected so you get the most out of the practice.

After class, it is important to stay hydrated so drink up the H2O and indulge in taking a warm/hot shower or bath.

Do not be surprised if you experience muscle soreness the days following a practice. One of the biggest surprises people realize is that yoga is not just about flexibility but actually a balance between building both strength and flexibility in the body.

Class Description

Vinyasa Flow

Linking movement to breath in a steady but strong sequencing that is designed to build heat, strength, and flexibility in the body. Expect to be challenged, to sweat, and to burn through the day’s buildup. Challenging postures may be introduced/practiced such as arm balances & inversions depending on the class level.  Leave feeling strong, energized, and at ease.

Level Descriptions

While my class levels are mixed/all levels the definitions of levels within yoga can vary from teacher to teacher. These are how I define levels within yoga so you can better understand my approach to teaching or if you want to share with me where you feel you are at.

Level 1

New to Yoga, with little to no understanding and/or experience. Names and alignment of postures are unfamiliar. Feelings of confusion/awkwardness within flow sequence are present.

No need to worry if this you, anyone who has ever practiced yoga was once this person and you need to start some where. First timers are highly encouraged to come and try out any class! We will make you smile.

Level 1-2

Growing a consistent practice or have had a small one in the past. Have formed a basic level of understanding and/or experience of yoga. Some postures names and alignment within them are becoming recognizable. Still growing familiarity and comfort level, sometimes feel unsure but competence and comfort is taking shape.

Level 2

More concrete, familiarity with yoga. Understand basic postures names and alignment. Feel comfortable and competent in basic flow structure. Able to follow along with ease. Learning more modifications and variations in postures as well as exposure to new postures that test your boundaries.

Level 2-3

Strong comfort in the practice. A consistent regular practice has been held at some point in time or currently. Introduction to more complex postures (arm balances; inversions) has started to take form – even if you cannot do them. Able to modify as needed, with props or alternate variations, that feel right in your body without the need of a cueing by the teacher. Basic posture names and general alignment of poses are more familiar without the need for cues.

Level 3

Strong, consistent practice. Has attained a bigger vocabulary of the postures names and able to recall basic alignment points within a majority of the postures without cues. Ability and takes action to modify practice as needed that day for your own personal needs without instruction or hesitation. Have experienced challenging postures (arm balances; inversions) and incorporate them regularly into practice (regardless if you can do the posture or not).