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YOGA FUN-DAMENTALS! An 8 Week Series Beginning January 21st Saturdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Taught by Angelina Salama
Whether you are an absolute beginner to yoga or a seasoned practicioner, this series is for you. We will explore each aspect of yoga asana, breaking down each foundational pose’s key points of alignment and linking these with the physical benefits that result from practicing the pose. There will be ample opportunity for discussion and practice, as well as tips offered to facilitate home practice. Each session will be in a class format, beginning with a warm-up and ending with a final relaxation. Every class will focus on a particular topic and can be attended on its own or in a series.
Week I – Introduction to yoga: For those who have always wondered the what, where, when and why of yoga but were always afraid to ask! We will touch on the history of yoga, the eight limbs of yoga, general benefits of asana as well as class etiquette. Most important, we will explore the yogi’s 2 best friends in asana practice, downward dog and child’s pose!
Week II: Sun Salutations- Understanding that importance of the sun salute, learning the flow and linking it with the breath.
Week III: Foundational Standing Poses – Warrior 1 and 2, Side Angle and Triangle explored
Week IV: Foundational Seated Poses - Understanding the correct approach to seated poses and exploring the simple twist, hero, baddha konasana, to name a few.
Week V: Breathing/Drishti/Meditation: Why is this so crucial to yoga and how its use can greatly improve your practice.
Week VI: Forward and Lateral Bends: Finding a consistent and unified approach, whether standing or seated.
Week VII: Balance: Taking the mystery away and learning the ABC’s to balance.
Week VIII: Backbends
$20 for a drop-in or $136 in advance for all 8 classes. (Class Cards can be applied)
SOUND HEALING – Yoga and Live music with Larry Schmitt
Experience the deep resonance of electric guitar within the physical body to create balance and harmony. Take your relaxation and meditation to a new level!
The basic framework of this class will consist of three parts: a 10-15 introduction to sound & vibration energy; a 75 minute yoga practice; a 30 minute guitar & vibration accompanied relaxation period.
All levels welcome.
$35 or bring a friend, two for $60 Pay in advance (by Feb. 10th!) $30 or two for $50
About Larry: Lawrence first discovered yoga while searching for relief from chronic low-back discomfort. With relief from pain, his practice continues to be inspired by the mind-body-spirit connection.The teaching of “Mindful Yoga” includes an eclectic variety of styles. Experiences will typically include: meditation on breath awareness, traditional Hatha Asana practice mixed with moderately paced Vinyasa sequences, hands-on adjustments to promote optimum alignment as well as releasing muscle tension, Yin style postures to create balance and space, and peaceful, musical relaxation.
Lawrence believes the most important things to bring to the mat are an open mind and sincere intention, then staying present and following the muse.
Aside from practicing yoga, Lawrence has a deep passion for music, has studied the guitar and occasionally experiments with sound healing theory.