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Active YogaActive Yoga is a Vinyasa (flowing) style of yoga proven to improve strength, cardiovascular health, breathing, and flexibility. Core work is done in each class using the muscles for power from the center of your body outward. This class is a mixed levels class.
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Roller Therapy Yoga
Included in Active Yoga Classes
Roller Therapy has been proven to be the best form of treating the fascia of our bodies . It's gentle yet so effective. Myofasia is a fibrous network of collagen and elastin and if this becomes restricted through not stretching it can become like glue and stick together which makes the mobility of the muscle not work correctly causing pain. Myofasia roller therapy has proven effective in the treatment of: muscle aches and pains, headaches and migraines, arthritis, Whiplash, scar tissue damage, depression, emotional conditions, poor circulation, low immune system, IBS and digestive disorders, anxiety and stress and insomnia but is in no way limited to this list! You do have to get your own roller and bring it to class.
Monday Active
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Wednesday "Hot" Active
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Friday Active
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HOT YOGA
Our studio is a dry heat!Our Hot Yoga is a 60 or 75 or 90 minute practice of yoga in a room heated to 100 degrees where you will receive the benefits of detoxifying while lengthening and strengthening your body while focusing your mind and breath with the movement of your body. We offer Hatha and Vinyasa flowing series of asanas (postures), and the Bikram Method of yoga static asanas that may vary from class to class. Come hydrated and be prepared to sweat and detoxify your body - don’t forget your towel and water!
It does take a couple of classes to see how it feels, so please be patient and consider taking the MINI- Hot Yoga class if this is your first time taking a hot yoga class. If you are expecting and are in your 1st trimester, heat may not be recommended, so check with your doctor before attending. BEFORE CLASS
“Hydrate well in advance. I find that I feel the best when I’ve had plenty of water the day before I hit the studio. – Andrea “Rinse your hair and face. No one wants goopy hair product (or make-up) running down their face. – Joe “Eat a snack an hour before class and keep yourself hydrated. A piece of fruit can help keep your energy up during class without weighing you down and drinking plenty of water beforehand can prevent that gurgly feeling in your stomach during the class.” – Carolyn, Joe, and Lin |
This 60 minute class is for students new to Hot Yoga or yoga in general. This class will introduce the basic concepts of the Hot Yoga 90 minute class. Hands on assistance and demonstration of the postures will be provided to assist beginners to become familiar with what to expect in Hot Yoga and focus on alignment, positioning and accurate practice; all to ensure benefits of hot yoga are obtained in practice. Come hydrated, bring a towel, water and be prepared to sweat and learn.
YOUR GEAR
“Wear tighter fitting, breathable clothing. Baggy clothes will get heavy and uncomfortable. Guys , go shirtless.” – Matt, Joe, Colin and Niamh “Wear a headband. If you don’t need to worry about brushing the hair out of your eyes, you can focus more on your poses.” – Carolyn “Take your mat, a towel, and water. You’re going to sweat it out, so replenishing your fluids is important. If you’re a heavy sweater, bring two towels – one for your mat and one for you. Sound like a lot of baggage? Most studios provide mats and water for a small fee.” – Sarah-Kate 
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“Take a buddy. You’ll be more motivated to go and have more fun during class if you have a friend there to support you.” – Margaret
during class
“Position yourself near the door. It tends to be a little cooler.” – Joe
“Breathe deeply. Deeper breathing equals stronger poses.” – Matt
“Try not to fidget. It’s easy to get distracted but your class will be way more rewarding if you focus on your breathing and not that sweat bead tickling its way down your neck.” – Margaret and Elissa
“Listen to your body– it will tell you what it needs. It’s normal to feel a little dizzy. Anytime you start to get the spins (or feel a wave of nausea), lie down on your mat.” – Jenna and Lina
“Go easy. A hot class is similar to a marathon - it’s a big endeavour and you’ll want to pace yourself.” – Sarah-Kate
AFTER CLASS
“Give yourself time after class to enjoy your much-deserved shower. Nothing is better after a hot class than a lukewarm shower with Dr. Bronner’s peppermint soap. It’s the ultimate in refreshment.” – Elissa
“Refuel. Everyone has their post-class ritual. Mine is coconut water. It replenishes fluids and electrolytes.” – Alana
Sibina recommends taking small sips of water instead of big gulps. She adds Emergen-C to her water to get her vitamins and electrolytes without the added sugar.
Alex reminds everyone that classes are often taught at mixed levels so it’s important to not expect yourself to do advanced postures right off the bat. “It took me a while of feeling less capable until I had this realization. Love it!”
Kristina’s words really resonated. “Keep your focus inward and remember yoga is about personal growth and not trying to do the pose the same way your neighbor can. You may never touch your toes but you may get closer and know that is enough.”
Jen recommends getting in the room at least 10 minutes early to get used to breathing in the heat and humidity.
Rachel says to leave your ego at the door. “Be compassionate with yourself and don’t try to be a hero.”
during class
“Position yourself near the door. It tends to be a little cooler.” – Joe
“Breathe deeply. Deeper breathing equals stronger poses.” – Matt
“Try not to fidget. It’s easy to get distracted but your class will be way more rewarding if you focus on your breathing and not that sweat bead tickling its way down your neck.” – Margaret and Elissa
“Listen to your body– it will tell you what it needs. It’s normal to feel a little dizzy. Anytime you start to get the spins (or feel a wave of nausea), lie down on your mat.” – Jenna and Lina
“Go easy. A hot class is similar to a marathon - it’s a big endeavour and you’ll want to pace yourself.” – Sarah-Kate
AFTER CLASS
“Give yourself time after class to enjoy your much-deserved shower. Nothing is better after a hot class than a lukewarm shower with Dr. Bronner’s peppermint soap. It’s the ultimate in refreshment.” – Elissa
“Refuel. Everyone has their post-class ritual. Mine is coconut water. It replenishes fluids and electrolytes.” – Alana
Sibina recommends taking small sips of water instead of big gulps. She adds Emergen-C to her water to get her vitamins and electrolytes without the added sugar.
Alex reminds everyone that classes are often taught at mixed levels so it’s important to not expect yourself to do advanced postures right off the bat. “It took me a while of feeling less capable until I had this realization. Love it!”
Kristina’s words really resonated. “Keep your focus inward and remember yoga is about personal growth and not trying to do the pose the same way your neighbor can. You may never touch your toes but you may get closer and know that is enough.”
Jen recommends getting in the room at least 10 minutes early to get used to breathing in the heat and humidity.
Rachel says to leave your ego at the door. “Be compassionate with yourself and don’t try to be a hero.”
Wedneday nights at 6:30pm is blissful Flow yoga
Relaxation Rotation Yoga with April
An all levels class sequenced to provide new yogis the fundamentals of yoga while encouraging more experienced yogis to unfold to their highest potential. Alignment is emphasized and yogis are encouraged to allow their breath to guide their practice. A full mind/body workout will leave you in a state of yogic bliss. restorative yoga - using props - we have what you need.
Restorative yoga benefits
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Youth Yoga - ages 3-9
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Tai Chi - for health and wellness
Tai Chi, based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, enhances the flow of life energy (Qi) in the body. Tai Chi helps mental concentration and leads to inner and outer harmony by integration of the mind and body (Tai Chi for Health Institute, 2005). This program will be based on the Sun and the Yang style. Although called “Tai Chi for Diabetes,” this form of exercise is enjoyable and safe for participants of all ages, with or without diabetes.
Tai Chi improves
Tai Chi improves
- Heart and lung function
- Muscular strength
- Flexibility
- Balance
- Reduces stress
Yin Yoga
Wed. 11:15pm & Fridays 11:15am
Yin Yoga is a more meditative approach with a physical focus much deeper than Yang like practices. Here you are trying to access the deeper tissues such as the connective tissue and fascia and many of the postures focus on areas that encompass a joint (hips, sacrum, spine). As one ages flexibility in the joints decreases and Yin yoga is a wonderful way to maintain that flexibility, something that for many don’t seem to be too concerned about until they notice it is gone. These poses are passive and held for 3-5 mins each and we use lots of props to get us truly relaxed.
Some of the benefits of Yin yoga are:
Some of the benefits of Yin yoga are:
- Calming and balancing to the mind and body
- Regulates energy in the body
- Increases mobility in the body, especially the joints and hips
- Lowering of stress levels (no one needs that)
- Greater stamina
- Better lubrication and protection of joints
- More flexibility in joints & connective tissue
- Release of fascia throughout the body
- Help with TMJ and migraines
- Deeper Relaxation
- A great coping for anxiety and stress
- Better ability to sit for meditation
- Ultimately you will have a better Yang practice
- I really do believe that if you incorporate a little of both will create a more well-rounded practice as well as a better-rounded version of the awesome you!