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Foundation Level 1/All Levels An
important class for newcomers to the studio! Create strength, flexibility and balance with a solid "Foundation". Build a safe and healthy yoga practice
by working at a slower pace with detailed alignment, use of props and Ujjayi breath. Prerequisite: Interested inYoga
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Core All Levels Awaken your core and connect with your true source of strength and energy - your "life
force" within. Develop stronger, toned abdominals, improve posture, feel taller and leaner. Blending slow sun salutations with upper body strengtheners &
pranayama (breathwork). Learn the subtle aspects of backbending along with in-depth abdominal exercises to strengthen and support the lower back. Feel energized,
and find your "Bandhas". Prerequisite: An empty stomach is best!
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Traditional Level 2/3 (Prevously known as Pure Prep) Learn the traditional Ashtanga Primary (1st) series (see Traditional Level 3/4 ) in this moderate tempo, up-beat class. Advanced students refine your practice. Learn jump-throughs and jump-backs with props given for the more challenging postures. This class produces a deep internal heat which detoxifies, improves digestion, increases stamina, strength and flexibility.
Prerequisite: Foundation or Core.
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Traditional Level 3/4 (Thursdays); Level 4 (Sundays) + Teacher Approval (Prevously known as Pure) Ashtanga Primary (1st)
Series as taught by the late Sri K Pattabhi Jois (our teacher) in Mysore, India. Students must understand Ujjayi breath, bandhas and all the seated postures to be ready to work at the traditional pace. Strengthen and detoxify your body with this powerful and graceful practice.
Prerequisite: Traditional Level 2/3. Please note: Sunday's
class is 15 mins longer and teacher approval is required.
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Yoga Sculpture Level 2/3 A slow-motion, super-deep class based on Dana's own personal yoga practice. Create a stronger, leaner body and
calm your busy mind by holding and repeating postures and multiple backbends. Finish with deep stretches and inversions to restore and rebalance. Ashtanga based,
Forrest Yoga inspired. Prerequisite: Core or Traditional Level 2/3.
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Improv Level 3/4 (Tuesdays); Level 5 (Saturdays) + Teacher Approval A challenging & dynamic flowing series with impeccable sequencing and an in-depth weekly focus (hips,
backbends, arm balancing, etc.). Combine prep work with the more challenging postures of Primary (1st), Intermediate (2nd), and Advanced A (3rd) Series along with
inspiration from Forrest Yoga. Integrate a deeper breath & longer holds and reach new levels in your practice! Prerequisite: Traditional Level 2/3 (Tuesday); Teacher approval is required on Saturday.
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Don't Mind the Kids!
All Levels Bring the kids and get a great yoga practice for yourself. Children get exposed to yoga in this fun and
creative class, but the emphasis is on their parent getting to stretch, strengthen, de-stress and breathe! Kids can join in or play together. Prerequisite:
None: Accompanied children 2 months –10 years are welcomed free
– Only parents pay (as usual!)
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Intro to 2nd Level 4 + Teacher Approval Learn the traditional Ashtanga 2nd or Intermediate Series in sequence with prep work given for the more
challenging postures. Students must have a strong Ashtanga practice and feel confident in Traditional Level 4 (Primary Series). Prerequisite: Traditional 3/4 or 4 or Mysore equivalent plus Teacher Approval
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Intro to Mysore Level 1/All Levels Recommended for beginners and/or any student new to Mysore. Learn the traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa sequence in
a safe, step by step, non-intimidating atmosphere. Arrive anytime between 6:45-7:45 am. See Mysore description for more details. Prerequisite: Foundation or Core recommended
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Mysore All Levels
Experience Ashtanga Yoga the way it is taught in Mysore, India. Open practice
time, students can arrive anytime during the hours posted. Move at your own pace, in silence, to the rhythm of your own breath. The teacher assists you in the form
of hands on adjustments and personal attention. Develop a strong, confident practice with correct alignment, and deepen your understanding of yourself. This class
is suitable for expectant mothers. Level: All Levels Prerequisite: Foundation, Traditional Level 2/3 or Intro to Mysore.
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Yoga Blast All Levels
Friday nights we crank up the heat (internally and in the studio) and "blast the
music" with the ultimate, end-of-the-week cleanse. This sweat-with-spirit class begins with a 45 min cardio-yoga workout – both challenging and invigorating! Complete the practice with deep stretches & restorative yoga. De-stress from the week and get ready for a wonderful weekend.
Prerequisite: Core or Traditional Level 2/3. .
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