Classes
= Gentle = Active = Vigorous Alignment Focused Flow
In this dynamic and multi-layered yoga style, students build inner and outer strength and have a joyful time doing it. Flow based, poses will be linked together in vinyasa styled sequences, though longer holds may be practiced, and certain poses will be broken down to reveal the hidden gems of self knowledge and empowerment stored within them. Between the elegant principles of alignment, and a heart-based philosophy grounded in your every day world, you'll be surprised to discover what you're capable of. Please note: **This class is heavy on verbal instructions, good to know if you prefer a quieter class**
All Level Hatha Flow
Hatha Flow classes connect asana (postures) and breath through gentle warming movements, strength and awareness building flows, and restorative openings. Attention to alignment, personal inquiry into sensation, breath work, and fun are emphasized. Classes are neither competitive nor dogmatic. Students are encouraged to practice at their own pace in order to develop a clearer connection to their inner wisdom. Hatha Flow differs from our Vinyasa classes with less emphasis on sun salutations and transitions, yet pace and intensity depends on style of teacher. Classes are appropriate for beginners as well as intermediate students.
Amy Mathews Yin Yoga Class
We are pleased to announce that Amy Mathews – co-Author of ‘Yoga Anatomy’, considered by many to be one of the foremost yoga teachers in the country will be guest teaching Yin on Sunday May 19th for Renee Sills.Those of you who love Renee’s attention and intuitive guidance on anatomical detail will love to meet her longtime teacher Amy. We hope you can join us for this rare honor. The class will be priced as usual and class card and memberships are fine, but we recommend that you pre-register online. This one will sell out!Here is a bit about Amy:Amy Matthews, CMA, IDME, BMC Teacher, RSMT/RSME has been teaching movement since 1994. She is a Certified Laban Movement Analyst, a Body-Mind Centering Teacher, an Infant Developmental Movement Educator, and a movement therapist and yoga teacher.Amy co-taught with Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen for five years and was on the faculty of the Laban/Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies for ten years. She has taught embodied anatomy and movement workshops for programs in the United States and internationally, and leads the BMC & Yoga programs in the United States.Amy co-authored with Leslie Kaminoff the best-selling book Yoga Anatomy, and together Amy and Leslie teach The Breathing Project’s Advanced Studies courses in New York City. Visit Amy’s website at embodiedasana.com
Booty Luv
Booty Luv™ is a fusion of Yoga, Pilates, functional training, kick-boxing, and
a touch of dirty dance moves that are designed to lift, tone, and tighten your best
asset. The first half hour involves standing work that will warm you up, while the
last half hour is spent on the mat. There is no complex choreography and no impact
on the joints- just a fun combination of all you need to bring a positive awareness to
the core, hips, glutes, and thighs. The music consists of original mixes by local DJ/
producer Danny Corn. This class is open to both men and women, and is guaranteed
to get your heart pumping and your booty bumping!
a touch of dirty dance moves that are designed to lift, tone, and tighten your best
asset. The first half hour involves standing work that will warm you up, while the
last half hour is spent on the mat. There is no complex choreography and no impact
on the joints- just a fun combination of all you need to bring a positive awareness to
the core, hips, glutes, and thighs. The music consists of original mixes by local DJ/
producer Danny Corn. This class is open to both men and women, and is guaranteed
to get your heart pumping and your booty bumping!
**Please note: Held in the Northeast Studio Annex on Thursdays. Please enter on 30th, between Cup and Saucer and LMT.
Gentle Hatha
Combines gentle movements with breath. These classes are perfect for beginners as well as people with specific limitations and those recovering from injury. More experienced students who crave a more restorative practice or need to deeply relax and de-stress will also enjoy Gentle Hatha.
**Suitable for those with injury or limited mobility.
**Suitable for those with injury or limited mobility.
Happy Hour Pilates Mat
This all levels class incorporates Pilates Fundamental movements while introducing intermediate exercises. These exercises provide a foundation for building core abdominal strength, stability, and flexibility that Pilates is famous for!
Happy Hour Vinyasa
The word Vinyasa means flow. The asana practice itself is dynamic, focusing on the movement of the breath and the body and the synchronization of the two. Flow is attained by setting a personal intention for the practice, linking the breath to the movement of the body and staying mindfully connected to the body not only in the postures, but also in the transitions. Our Vinyasa Flow is a fun class with sequences from various schools of yoga. Cultivate inner awareness while building strength and flexibility. The level of intensity depends on the style of the teacher. Please note: **Vinyasa classes tend to be fast paced with shorter holds**
Hatha
In the context of modern asana practice, the general term Hatha has come to be used to describe a more classic approach, a one-pose-at-a-time style class, with focus on alignment, anatomy, body mechanics, and mindfulness. Students will work on both postures and breathwork to achieve strength, balance and flexibility in their practice. Hatha classes differ from Vinyasa classes because students will spend more time concerned with each individual posture.
Restorative Yoga and Anatomy: (Held in small studio)
Restorative and meditative body awareness classes that focus on anatomy and the embryological origins of anatomy. Each class has a specific focus that is introduced as a brief anatomy or embryology lesson and then further explored through meditation, free movement, asana, and partner or group work. These classes are open to all levels of ability and experience. In these classes individuals will gain further insight into subtle energetic patterns of yoga asana and will experience deeply restful and healing approaches to movement and body awareness. Mondays are focus on anatomy, Wednesdays are focus on embryology and developmental patterns.
**Please note: Held in the Northeast Studio Annex. Please enter on 30th, between Cup and Saucer and LMT.
Saturday Night Donation Class!
The third Saturday of every month join Melina for an evening donation-based all levels class. All donations will go to the Portland area division of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI).
Vinyasa & Restorative
This class is infused with classical yoga teachings, breath awareness, detailed alignment and meditation. We will begin with dynamic movements to warm and loosen the body. The last part of class will focus on restorative and yin yoga postures to open the hips and spine and invite the mind and body into a state of rest.
Vinyasa Flow
The word Vinyasa means flow. The asana practice itself is dynamic, focusing on the movement of the breath and the body and the synchronization of the two. Flow is attained by setting a personal intention for the practice, linking the breath to the movement of the body and staying mindfully connected to the body not only in the postures, but also in the transitions. Our Vinyasa Flow is a fun class with sequences from various schools of yoga. Cultivate inner awareness while building strength and flexibility. The level of intensity depends on the style of the teacher. Please note: **Vinyasa classes tend to be fast paced with shorter holds**
Vinyasa Flow 2
A faster paced, vigorous Vinyasa class that challenges the experienced yogi. Explore more advanced postures while focusing on alignment for greater precision in your practice.
Yin Yoga
Classes involve a relaxed practice of floor postures that are held from three to five minutes at a time. There are far fewer postures or asana in the Yin style of yoga as are found in more active styles. Although Yin yoga is a more passive practice it can be quite challenging due to the length of time postures are held. This Yin yoga class is open to all levels of students and is a perfect compliment to a Yang or more active style of yoga such as Vinyasa Flow.
**Suitable for those with injury or limited mobility.
**Suitable for those with injury or limited mobility.
Yoga Foundations
A class covering fundamentals of yoga: New to yoga? Start here!
