Class Descriptions

The perfect introduction to Yoga, teaching the fundamentals of the postures, breathing and relaxation in a safe and nurturing environment. Using a slower blend of vinyasa (flowing), this class moves through all the main postures, with a focus on correct alignment and ease of purpose to warm up the body, bring flexibility the all muscles and joints and wake up the nervous system. Pranayama (breathing) is incorporated into all the movements, so fantastic feelings of inner calm are felt. We emphasize practicing in a relaxed manner and feeling content during your practice. This practice ends with deep relaxation, breathing and meditation to remove impurities and bring a sense of well-being to the body and radiant peace to the mind.

More challenging than a Level I class, with the next phase of postures and their variations from Level I being introduced, in a vinyasa (flowing) style. Geared for students at all levels, though a familiarity with the basic standing poses is recommended.

More challenging than the Level I or Level I & II class, incorporating more progressive poses and variations from Level I series, in a vinyasa (flowing) style. Geared for students at all levels, though a familiarity with the basic standing poses is recommended. A series of deeper balancing, stretching, back bending, twisting and inverted postures is taught.

More challenging than Levels I and II, and geared toward Intermediate-Advanced students, though Advanced Beginners who wish to practice are very welcome. Be ready for an amazing and deeply challenging practice.

Master classes for Intermediate-Advanced Students and Yoga Teachers. Rooted in Classical Hatha Raja Yoga, these classes take you through a practice of asanas (postures) and their variations in a progressively flowing manner. These amazing sessions begin with Spiritual Purification discussions and continue with in-depth and challenging Shiva Namaskar Vinyasa Advanced Posture Series, a challenging and physically absorbing Hatha practice, including Mantra, Purification, Pranayama, Meditation, Deep Relaxation and Yogic Philosophy, all steeped in the classical tradition. Personal attention and help are given throughout the session as well as direction toward to true goal of Yoga. This is an advanced practice, not for beginners.

Divinely revealed techniques will prepare your mind for the serious practice, greatly strengthening the powers of concentration. Learn how to draw your attention away from the material world and place it within, where the truth lies. Instructions are partially telepathic in order to impart spiritual or psychic knowledge that words cannot. Thus, spiritual matters can be easily understood.

Meditation stimulates the pituitary and pineal glands in the base of the brain, balancing all the systems of the body and enhancing mental sharpness and clairvoyance. Removing the stress of daily activities, calming the monkey mind, promoting one-pointedness of mind, the practice of meditation leads to higher states of physical and mental health, culminating ultimately into blissful Self-realization.

Satsang is a traditional spiritual gathering in which the teacher imparts the teachings of Self-realization through holy discourses, scriptural readings, kirtan and answering student’s direct questions. As the practices influence the student's thoughts positively, the seeker can then begin to clear the negative thoughts and lead a life of rapid spiritual progress. Satsang clears the doubts and awakens true heartfelt devotion.

A slow, moving posture sequence, which will gently flow through one's muscles, bones and joints. Your body and mind will be trained to work with and through any discomforts or injuries in a natural healing manner. You will feel very calm, relaxed and meditative as you progress through the session. This class is especially beneficial for those returning from illness or injury, seniors, pre-natal, and those just wishing to enjoy moving slowly.

A gentle, deeply relaxing practice ideal for recovery from injury or illness, stress reduction, to complement an active practice or simply renew the mind, body and spirit. You will learn how to incorporate props such as blankets, bolsters and blocks. We will use the breath to assist you in restoring and letting go in the asanas. This class will enhance any type of class you attend. All levels welcome.

A wonderful class designed for ladies in all stages of pregnancy. You will learn techniques such as breathing for concentration and balancing of the nervous system. In each class we will focus on asana to stretch, strengthen and relax the body, followed by deep relaxation. The class ends with concentration and meditation techniques to foster an inward focus, connection with the baby, and the inner Self for deep feelings of peace and ease.

A class for postpartum moms and babies up to crawling age. This sweet and loving class is designed to help stretch and strengthen Mom's changing body, bring peace and bonding between mother and child, and help to develop baby's strength and motor skills.

A healthy way to promote exercise, relaxation and focus. Classes are taught with breathing, meditation and asanas (poses) appropriate for children to strengthen their mind, body and spirit. Children are welcome to move, laugh, and enjoy the benefits of these weekly yoga classes! Parents can enjoy our lounge during the classes.

A wonderful class designed specifically for elders. This slower-moving class includes a sequence of poses that will stretch the entire body, loosen joints, increase flexibility and stability, and build muscle and bone density. Students will also learn breathing and meditation techniques to help improve the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems, which calms the mind, and strengthens and relaxes the entire body.