Classes We Offer
BEGINNING YOGA- A yoga class designed for those who have no experience or very limited experience with yoga. Instruction includes: a beneficial breathing practice to learn to lessen stress throughout the day; a beginning meditation practice to increase focus, mental stamina, and positive thinking; user-friendly poses with lots of instructions for correct alignment to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and agility; and a final relaxation which helps the mind and body to assimilate all of the healthful activities of the class and leaves participants feeling rested, relaxed, and restored.​
MIXED LEVEL YOGA- When a class is diverse and made up of experienced practitioners as well as those with little or no experience, a mixed class is the way to go. Instruction includes: a beneficial breathing practice to learn to lessen stress throughout the day; a meditation practice to increase focus, mental stamina, and positive thinking; a multi-level approach to poses so that participants choose a modification to lessen or increase strength, balance and flexibility desired in a pose; and final relaxation which helps the mind and body to assimilate all of the healthful activities of the class and leaves participants feeling rested, relaxed, and restored.
CHAIR YOGA- Yes, a yoga practice in and/or with a chair! Perfect for participants who spend most of their day in a seated position whether it’s due to their job, or their physical needs. So much damage is done to the body by being still throughout the day, and this is the perfect class to counterbalance that stagnation. This class includes: a beneficial breathing practice to learn to lessen stress throughout the day; a beginning meditation practice to increase focus, mental stamina, and positive thinking; a yoga practice designed to be completed in a chair and/or beside a chair; and final relaxation which helps the mind and body to assimilate all of the healthful activities of the class and leaves participants feeling rested, relaxed, and restored.
YOMASSAGE (TM) SESSION
This hour-long class is the perfect blend of complete restoration and healing touch. Limited to 5 attendees per class, a restorative class is offered in which participants are guided through release poses, supported with blankets, blocks and bolsters. Luminary lights offer a warm glow throughout the room. The specially trained yoga instructor circulates through the attendees offering light adjustments and massage. It doesn't get much more relaxing than this! A great gift for yourself, or a loved one, or both!
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PRIVATE YOGA CLASS- Private yoga classes are offered for those wishing to have a more individualized yoga class. After initial consultation to determine goals and a yoga session plan, participants work with the yoga instructor to determine a location suitable for all participants involved. An individualized yoga session is planned to meet the yoga needs of the practitioner, and a printout of the sequence is provided as well for independent practice. All equipment is provided and brought to location. Contact cynthia@balanceyourlifeyoga.com to set up your initial consultation.