Monthly Archive: July 2007

Jul
05

Rockin Vinyasa

Vinyasa literally means movement and breath combined. I also like to introduce music to the vinyasa classes. Flow yoga takes the students on a hard working series based around sun salutations and downward dog, combining the fluid movements in and out of asanas with smooth deliberate breaths. This class is for L2 students and plays …

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Jul
05

Dynamic Hatha

Dynamic Hatha is a general style of teaching classical yoga postures. Hatha literally means union of two opposites. It is the union of strength and flexibility in the body, and mind, in equal parts. It is the union and balancing of the the two sides of the body, as well as the union of the …

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Jul
05

Restorative, Mediatation and Yoga Nidra

Restorative yoga brings energy and oxygen to the body through longer held, supportive deep stretches. The body and mind can completely relax, thus freeing energy to focus on healing and balance. Restorative yoga is very nurturing and supportive for the central nervous system, endocrine and respiratory system. It is highly recommended for injuries and stress …

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Jul
05

Pilates

Pilates mat classes focus on building strength of the core area while in correct, neutral alignment. Pilates students build from the core and then are able to support the body using the correct muscles. Many of us over compensate with some muscles while hardly using the correct muscles. L1 is for beginners, first time students …

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Jul
05

Peggy Preston

I attended my first yoga class in 1992. It was an Ashtanga class at the town hall in Crested Butte, Colorado. One class and I was hooked. It was a dynamic flow class that was strong and moved like dance through my body from one posture to the next. It was an instant love affair …

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