Class Descriptions
“Hatha” means body-mind. Yoga brings your body and mind back into a state of health, balance and harmony. We do NOT teach extreme yoga. Each person is encouraged to start where they are and find their own pace, with the help of their instructor. Our teachers are experienced, caring professionals dedicated to making your yoga experience a positive one.
Back Care Practice techniques designed to prevent and manage back pain using gentle yoga to improve core strength and posture. Focus on alleviating neck/back pain and lengthening & decompressing the spine.
Beginning/Continuing This multi-level class introduces multiple variations of the postures, allowing students to practice at their own level of expertise.
Back Care Practice techniques designed to prevent and manage back pain using gentle yoga to improve core strength and posture. Focus on alleviating neck/back pain and lengthening & decompressing the spine.
Beginning/Continuing This multi-level class introduces multiple variations of the postures, allowing students to practice at their own level of expertise.
Chair Yoga:
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Gentle A slow-paced class emphasizing breath and body awareness. Gentle stretching and light movements. Easy breathing techniques, mudra and meditation are weaved throughout the practice.
Intermediate A dynamic 90-minute practice with emphasis on building strength, flexibility and stamina. Inversions and back bends are practiced under the guidance of qualified instructors. An ongoing practice is recommended.
Midday Yoga A 60-minute multi-level Beginning/Continuing Hatha Yoga class.
QiGong for Health Qigong for Health is a mind-body practice that has the potential to improve physical, emotional, and spiritual health via practicing different Qigong postures. Qi invigorates us on all these three levels as well. But to do this, the obstructions must be opened. This is where the wonderful process of healing begins!!
Restorative Yoga A passive and slow practice using props to profoundly support the body for maximum support and comfort. This allows the body to gradually open and release on it's own. A very good practice for beginners.
Rise & Align Rise and Align is a slow-paced class with an emphasis on breath and body awareness. The practice progresses from gentle stretching to active postures with a focal point of alignment and connection to breath. This class will build heat and energy to carry you through the rest of your day! Wonderful for beginners and all levels.
Yin Yoga Target connective-tissue and fascia with floor-bound shapes held for 3-5 minutes. Inner and Outer stillness is encouraged as sensations begin to build and develop over time. Experience greater mobility of your hip-joints & spine! Beginners welcome, though some yoga experience is recommended.
Yoga by Donation Everyone is welcome to this all-levels class taught by recent graduates who volunteer their time to teach! Your donation benefits local or community focused non-profits in the greater Tucson area! Suggested Donation: $5-$10
Yoga for Increased Energy and Focus Morning yoga. awakens your senses, finds your breath and gets the blood flowing. This is a great way to start your day. Overall well-being and mental clarity. Practice new ways to be in our bodies and connection to breath. All level class, seated, flow and wall poses. Ends with a guided meditation.
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