Open to beginners and students who would like to review basic alignment, breathing and sequences. This class covers yoga poses and their variations in more detail than the other classes and includes some of the more challenging poses. Student will explore longer holds and flowing sequencing to increase strength, balance and flexibility.

Let it flow like water................... Within the physical body is a subtle flow of rhythmic energy pulsations that we call prana, or life force. FLOW (Vinyasa) is a form of yoga in which each pose flows into the next in coordination with the breath and through carefully balanced sequences. The progressions and long-holds cultivate a moment to moment sense of awareness deepening our experience of life. The fundamental principals of internal alignment (bandhas), yogic breathing (Ujjayi Pranayama), breath synchronized movements (Vinyasa) and the sequencing of traditional asanas (Hatha Yoga), prepare the practitioner to open the body, develop steadiness of mind and freedom of vital life force energy. Using meditation to quiet the mind, and music to inspire, students are guided to more advanced levels of practice and spiritual development. Moving with the rhythm of the breath helps us recognize our experience as a reflection of the greater spanda (pulsation) of the universe, constantly pulsing— the rising and setting sun, the ebbing and flowing tides, the beating of the heart. Move through the forms in a flowing state of grace. The breath leads the way. This is Flow.

Forrest Yoga is a unique style of yoga, developed over 30 years by Ana Forrest, specifically to address the stresses and challenges, both physical and emotional of our modern culture. Forrest Yoga uses heat, deep breathing and intense pose sequences, compassionately taught, to help you become strong and centered, to bring aliveness into your entire body and to sweat out toxins. The long holds in the pose progressions help you flush, oxygenate and rejuvenate every cell. As a beginner to Forrest Yoga, you learn to breathe deeply and connect in feeling with your body. As you progress, you get proficient at safely tailoring each pose to work best for you; particularly with physical and emotional injuries. As you advance in Forrest Yoga, you learn to intelligently ride your breath into the exhilarating advanced poses. In addition, you learn to exercise your emotional body through the full spectrum of feeling and embody the luminosity of your spirit. Forrest Yoga does not require strength or flexibility; it only requires that you bring a willingness to learn how to feel authentically and respond honestly within your practice. Forrest Yoga will teach you to go deeper, find your truth and encourage you to take these gifts you have earned beyond the mat into the rest of your life.

"The main objective of Hatha Yoga is to create an absolute balance of the interacting activities and processes of the physical body, mind and energy. When this balance is created, the impulses generated give a call of awakening to the central force (sushumna nadi) which is responsible for the evolution of human consciousness. If hatha Yoga is not used for this purpose, its true objective is lost ." Swami Satyananda Saraswati, founder of Bihar School of Yoga This class focuses on three aspects: technique, sequencing and timing. TECHNIQUE means that in practice one learns ever finer adjustments in the alignment of how to perform the asana and pranayama. Correct alignment allows the body to develop energetically and harmoniously in an anatomically correct way so as to avoid pain and injury. We begin with the alignment of the joints and the bones, and then move to the muscles, ligaments, skin etc. Props (such as blocks, straps, and blankets) are used to adapt the posture to the student for proper alignment and to develop even strength and flexibility. SEQUENCING refers to the order of postures or pranayama. There is a powerful, cumulative effect achieved by practicing asanas in particular sequences. By varying the order of postures, the mental and emotional effects of the practice can be intensified in a manner not otherwise possible in order to bring about changes to the whole being including one's spiritual evolution. TIMING: Postures are practiced mindfully, sometimes with long holds, to create stability and cultivate awareness. When this has been achieved, then one remains stable for some time to intensify the depth of the posture and so extract its benefits. The prolonged practice of asana and pranayama affects the individual on an organic (physiological), mental, spiritual and physical level.

There are many ways to be in asana (yogic postures/poses). Forrest yoga teaches you how to be in asana in a way that HEALS and ENLIVENS your body mind and spirit. In this class you will learn the seven basic moves which are the foundation of Forrest Yoga alignment and then apply them throughout the rest of the practice. There will be demonstrations of most poses and guidance on how to safely enter, sustain and come out of each pose. In this class you will begin to articulate muscles you didn’t even know you had and learn how to use breath to make challenging poses into energizing experiences!

Postnatal Yoga class is a great way to support the body's recovery after birth with your baby by your side. Postures, breathing techniques, and meditation offer a practice that supports healing, relaxation, and toning. Benefits include strengthening of the back, abdominal and pelivc floor muscles, releasing tension in shoulders and neck muscles, and decreasing overall stress. Meet other mothers in this moderate-paced class designed to energize and support you on this remarkable journey. Postnatal classes are appropriate for women from about four to six weeks postpartum and up until about six months, or when baby begins to crawl.

Baptiste inspired power vinyasa yoga. Bring towels and prepare to leave behind anything that you don't need. The focus is: being in the now and empowering you to live life to its fullest potential. Appropriate for any level student who is committed to growth through the practice of transformation.

Pregnancy is a powerful time for women and an amazing rite of passage. Use your prenatal yoga practice to tap into your innate strength and wisdom and deepen your connection with your body, your baby and other pregnant women. Pre-natal yoga helps to strengthen the uterus and pelvic floor muscles, open hips and low back, improve circulation, aid in digestion, exercise the spine and increase overall comfort. Yoga can also alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica. Within a supportive community, a pregnant woman can become more aware of her changing body and more attentive to her developing relationship with her growing baby. Using mindfulness practices, women learn breathing and relaxation techniques that facilitate the birthing experience. A safe, open community allows you to freely discuss any issues, from discomforts and concerns, to the wonderful experience of birth! Classes are designed to challenge and inspire as well as to relax and restore.

If you’re looking for a healthy natural high THIS IS IT!!! Shiva, the Divine Original Yogi is also celebrated as Nataraj, Lord of the Dance!!! Yoga and dance have been intertwined since the roots of existence as each embodies the inseparable union of Shakti (Divine Primal Creative Force) and Shiva (Divine Eternal Consciousness). Both return us to our primal wisdom and timeless nature. Yoga Dance Jam is the time to transcend the little boxes we crawl into in order to function under the pressures of time and society, shake off the burden and step into the expansiveness that is your birth right and divine design! Come celebrate life and MOVE just because you can and it FEELS GOOD!!! Each Yoga Dance Jam begins with a Vinyasa Yoga sequence then flows seamlessly into guided movement to set the tone for sacred connection to body, mind & spirit as well as loosen the muscles, joints and inhibitions. Next, the space is opened up, the music is turned up and movement becomes self guided as you embark on your journey. This is not a place to worry about “performance” as each individual is encouraged to explore finding personal freedom through expansion into their own unique expression.

Yoga for Recovery In this class you will learn various techniques of mindful awareness for healing from the effects of trauma and addiction. Addictions are broadly defined to include eating disorders, relationship, and other behavioral addictions in addition to substance addictions. Trauma is the fragmentation within, resulting from an overwhelming experience that happened in the past, making it difficult to experience and enjoy life fully in this moment. Yoga is the exact antidote for the symptoms that define addiction and posttraumatic stress disorders, bringing an immediate sense of calm and focus. You will not be asked to label yourself in this class. Each session ends with deep relaxation. No prior yoga experience necessary, and all levels of yoga experience welcome. For more info www.lovingriver.com