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class descriptions (sign-up classes)

Many of our classes are organized into sessions, making it easier for you to fit a series of classes into your schedule for a specified time. Our sign-up classes generally last for four, eight or twelve weeks. Check the Class Schedule for days and times. You can even sign up right online! Feel free to contact us with any questions — we'd love to talk with you!

yoga 101 • Mark Nelson

Have you heard all the good things yoga can do for you, but just don't know where to start? Have you ever wanted to try a yoga class, but didn't want to stand out? Now's your chance to learn the basics side by side with other beginners!

In this easy, four-week program you'll learn: Basic yoga postures so you can follow along in any of the open classes at the Yoga Garden: Breathing techniques to calm the mind and soothe the senses: Variations on the basic yoga postures so you can adapt the practice to your own needs. You'll come out of the classes feeling relaxed and ready to make yoga a part of your healthy lifestyle! And when you're done, we'll work with you one-on-one to select teachers and classes at the Yoga Garden who are a good match for your needs and abilities. (back to top)

FEBRUARY SESSION:

 

4-week session • sundays • Feb 5 – 26 • 4:30 – 5:30 pm
$60 • drop-in: $18 • call or email to register

 

Yin Yoga – A Quiet Practice • Katrin Elia

This five week series on Wednesday evening will be the perfect opportunity to explore the meditative and physical side of YIN Yoga. Through the long-holdings in the posture, certain targeted connective tissues (facia, ligament, tendons, etc.) will be stretched to gain flexibility and agility, which constitutes the physical benefit of this practice. The meditative side starts by concentrating on the breath or a body part throughout the practice that allows the mind to relax and to be in the moment. Once into the posture, silence will ensue. In this way, the student will be able to explore the full range of sensations, physically and mentally.
If you are looking for a more relaxing form of Yoga after work and before bedtime, you will be in the right place. This practice is suitable for experienced Yin Yoga students, as well for beginners.

FEBRUARY SESSION:

 

5-week session • wednesdays • Feb 15, 22, 29, Mar. 7 & 14 • 7:30 – 8:30 pm
$75 • drop-in: $18 • call or email to register

 

mom & baby yoga • Marla Sussman

Bond with your baby as you get back into shape! Share peaceful time with your little bundle of joy through this yoga practice meant to energize and calm you while stimulating your baby. Stretch and tone while creating harmony between the two of you. Gentle flowing movement will help relieve tight shoulders and rejuvenate weary minds. Your baby will participate throughout the class (as age allows) as you include her or him in breathing exercises and asana (posture) practice. For babies who are not yet crawling. Please bring a soft blanket. (back to top)

6-week session • tuesdays • Jan. 14  – Feb. 28

11:30am – 12:30pm

$90 • drop-in: $18 • please call or email to register

 

qi gong, mindful movement cultivating vitality • Dawn Weisbord

Qigong is an ancient healing art that combines movement, deep breathing and meditation. The practice of Qigong cultivates a natural flow of Qi, creating healing, well-being, and transformation. The practices are designed to reduce stress, improve physical health, balance the emotions, and open the heart. In harmony with nature,  we will revitalize ourselves learning and practicing  the forms Awakening the Soul and The Five Treasures.  In each class we will practice Taoist non-moving qigong(meditative) and qi 'self-massage'.  This four-week course is designed to benefit students of all levels. (back to top)

MAY SESSION: 6-week session • wednesdays • may 23  – jun. 27

7:30pm – 8:30pm

$90 • drop-in: $18 • please call or email to register

 

OCTOBER SESSION: 8-week session • wednesdays • oct. 24  – dec. 19

7:30pm – 8:30pm

$120 • drop-in: $18 • please call or email to register

 

 

 

* We request full payment for sign-up classes in order to reserve a spot. Full refunds will be given up to 10 days before the event. Less than 10 days, we offer a 50% refund. No refunds are given for sameday cancellations or missed classes.