Yoga Levels 1-2 and 2
Yoga Level 1-2, Yoga Level 2, and other intermediate level yoga classes are geared toward students who have some yoga experience and are looking to deepen their practice. Not sure where to start? Contact us, and we'll be happy to offer guidance.
Yoga Level 1-2
Building on the foundation of Level 1 classes, Yoga Level 1-2 includes more postures for the advanced beginner and some preparations for a Level 2 practice. Level 1-2 classes typically emphasize building strength and endurance in postures, refining alignment, and working with more challenging variations on basic postures. Level 1-2 is designed for continuing students who have taken Level 1 classes and who are familiar with basic standing and seated poses. Level 1-2 is not intended for students who are new to yoga.
Yoga Level 2 classes offer more complex aspects of yoga including nuanced philosophical concepts, mantra, and pranayama. Posture practice in Level 2 includes an introduction to and exploration of deep twists and backbends, binds in standing and seated poses, as well as arm/hand balances. Intended for intermediate to advanced practitioners, Level 2 is not appropriate for students new to yoga.
Yoga and Functional Movement
Part of the magic of yoga is that it invites us to move into body positions that are outside our habitual patterns. In this way we rediscover flexibility and build strength. Functional movement adds to that repertoire, emphasizing simpler forms that provide similar benefits. When both are employed with the breath, yoga and its impact grow. This class is most appropriate for students comfortable in a Level 1-2 practice.
Supportive Yoga for Larger Bodies
Do you have a large, round, or curvy body? Think yoga isn't for you or struggling to make yoga work for you? Want to learn new ways to support your body in your practice? In this class, you will learn to stretch, strengthen, and build endurance with a yoga practice designed to complement your individual shape. Michelle will help you explore all the amazing possibilities for your yoga practice with pacing, posture sequences, and variations on common poses that are specifically adapted for your body.
Yoga for Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals
A place to build community while exploring breath practices and yoga poses to support self exploration, this class will begin with topical discussion followed by gentle explorations of movement, breath, and meditation. There will be a focus on embodiment for individuals who identify as transgender, nonbinary, genderqueer, questioning gender, and anyone who identifies under the trans+ and nonbinary umbrellas. Gender neutral, body-positive, and invitational language will be used throughout the class. Participants are encouraged to explore as deeply or lightly as feels good for them.
Iyengar Yoga All Levels
Iyengar Yoga is a form of Hatha yoga, based on the teachings of BKS Iyengar. This class emphasizes the importance of precision, alignment, and attention to detail in order to cultivate vitality of body and clarity of mind. Through the asanas, we explore the balance of stability and flexibility and work to bring intelligence and awareness into our actions, both on and off the mat. Props are used to enhance and/or modify the posture. Each class is thoughtfully sequenced and welcomes both the beginner and the more seasoned practitioner.