Class Descriptions
Our teachers are professional, passionate and dedicated. Each offer their own approach to yoga, embodiment and movement. We encourage you to read our class descriptions to find the best class suited to your ever changing needs, whether it be sweaty cathartic vinyasa or softly held restorative.
Levels
LEVEL 1 + 2
appropriate for people new to yoga as well as seasoned practitioners
LEVEL 2
best for those who have yoga experience
Exertion + Pace
MILD
gentle and slow, little to no physical demand
MODERATE
a manageable pace, accessible elements of coordination, some physically demanding postures, you might get sweaty
STRONG
breath + movement, more demands of coordination and physicality, you will definitely get sweaty
HATHA
LEVEL 1 + 2
MODERATE
Hatha yoga explores functional alignment, therapeutics and somatic awareness in traditional yoga postures along with pranayama (breathing techniques) and guided relaxation. Class will explore a varied mix of postures (standing, supine, seated etc). The sequencing and pace are accessible for most abilities with time for adjustment in every posture. Great for beginners or anyone desiring a slower pace and more instruction.
SLOW FLOW
LEVEL 1 + 2
MODERATE
Vinyasa Flow, but slower. There is less breath on movement and more time held in each postures to allow for cueing and instructions from your teacher. Like Vinyasa flow, sequencing will vary from class to class and teacher to teacher.
FLUID FLOW
LEVEL 2
STRONG
Connect deeply. Fluid Flow is Anna’s take on vinyasa yoga that utilizes rhythmic breath, intelligent sequencing and nuanced somatic cueing to guide you to your fullest potential. Blending out-of-the-box variations and classical yoga postures, functional and primal movements, each class is intentionally designed while deeply connected to embodied expression.
VINYASA FLOW
LEVEL 2
MODERATE - STRONG
This class incorporates traditional yoga postures as well as non-traditional poses and transitions. Breath and movement are often linked together as well as longer holds. Gain body awareness, coordination, balance, strength and mobility. Each class will vary in sequencing and pace with each teacher offering their own approach. Class will include a combination of postures (standing, balancing, back-bending, inversions etc).
CLASSICAL VINYASA
LEVEL 1 + 2
MODERATE-STRONG
Based on the Ashtanga Vinyasa method, this athletic style includes Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) and follows tradtional sequencing of standing, balancing, back-bending and seated postures practiced with drishti (gaze) and bandhas (locks). Increase your stamina, improve body awareness, coordination, mobility and strength.
FOUNDATIONS
LEVEL 1 + 2
MODERATE
Learn the foundations of yoga and movement. Each class will include an anatomical lesson/theme, detailed instruction on functional alignment in traditional yoga postures, somatic exploration and guided relaxation. Learn about yoga, about yourself and your body. Excellent class for beginners or anyone desiring a slower pace and more instruction.
RESTORATIVE
LEVEL 1 + 2
MILD
Restorative yoga is essentially an entire class of guided relaxation. Passive postures are held for an extended period of time (generally 5-15 minutes). The body is fully supported by bolsters, blankets and blocks to create mild sensation. This practice is mainly oriented around calming the nervous system and shifting one into a parasympathetic state (‘rest & digest’). The mild stretching in each posture also offers benefits of increased body awareness and tension relief.
YIN
LEVEL 1 + 2
MILD
Passive stretching postures are held for longer periods of time (generally 1-3 minutes). This type of practice affects the connective tissues (myofascia) promoting cellular synthesis and improves flexibility and range of motion. Great for athletes, runners, cross-fitters etc.