The word “Hatha” is an umbrella term
for any physical practice that is called yoga. At Karuna Arts Yoga we
offer Viniyoga and Anusara-Inspired yoga.
Viniyoga: In this approach to yoga
practice, postures emphasize balancing the spine and breath awareness.
The term viniyoga translated from Sanskrit means “to adapt.” Adapting
the practice to fit each student's needs is the essence of this
methodology whose roots draw from the teaching of Sri Krishnamacharya.
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Beginning Viniyoga:
This class assists those who have never practiced yoga, those
requiring a slower pace, or those who have not practiced yoga
for a number of years. Feel the ease and balance yoga offers as
you start with the basics: safety, breath, movement and
awareness. Whether you are a beginner or in need of a refresher,
feel the ease and balance yoga offers as you start the basics.
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All-Levels Viniyoga:
A great
class for beginners and open to all levels of students. Use the
power of breath, mind, and body to unfold into the balance
available only through yoga practice. The instructor offers
students options to customize the practice to their needs.
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Prenatal: Pregnancy and
childbirth are events filled with change and new experiences.
The balance and stability available through yoga practice offers
each student calm confidence during pregnancy. Each Prenatal
Yoga session is designed to address the issues unique to your
pregnancy and prepares you for childbirth. Click
here to download prenatal class coupon.
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Senior: This class
promotes flexibility, balance, mind-body awareness, and
breathing in this class for those 60 years and up. The
instructor has 20 years experience with application of
therapeutic exercise.
Anusara-inspired Hatha Yoga:
Anusara-inspired
Hatha Yoga: These classes are inspired by Anusara yoga as developed by
John Friend. Anusara is distinguished by its attention to alignment
principles in the body and with the Deeper Order of the Divine. Each
class includes time for centering and an active flowing (vinyasa)
practice – linking poses with attention to body awareness and breath,
with a particular focus for the day.
Release and
Restore:
Whether you are
new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, this gentle class offers
support for relieving tension and stress, balancing energy, and becoming
more centered. Each class is comprised of active modified,
energy-building poses that invite the body to stretch and open as well
as passive, supported yoga postures to promote a sense of calm and
tranquility.
Intermediate
Viniyoga: This class is a little stronger than the All Levels
Viniyoga class and will require experience knowing your limits as it
will challenge your core strength and will offer a number of traditional
yoga postures.
Hatha Flow: Great class to strengthen, tone,
gain flexibility and MOVE! definitely more of a 'power yoga' class,
you'll sweat and work your edge!! You'll learn breathing techniques,
focus and balance. Learn how becoming more aware of your physical body,
mental body and breathing can change your life, especially beyond your
yoga practice. Previous experience in a hatha flow class is a plus and
please be free of any major injuries. This class can be physically
demanding- please honor and respect your body.
Gentle Yoga: This gentle class utilizes
asana (yoga postures), pranayama (breathing practice), and yoga nidra
(relaxation) techniques to deepen the effects of the practice taking the
body, breath, and mind softly into a deeper state of relaxed awareness.
Kids Yoga:
In this class children will learn where yoga comes from and what it is.
By learning to calm the mind and become aware of their bodies and
breathe, children will get the opportunity to experience themselves and
the world more fully. Learning self calming techniques and increasing
awareness can help bolster children’s sense of independence and self
esteem. The postures and movement will be adapted to fit each child’s
ability level, so that feelings of personal success can be fostered.
And…It will be fun! This is a series class, please check website or
phone for dates.
Meditation
Classes: In these weekly classes the instructor offers simple and
practical advice that we can use to develop peaceful, positive minds.
Each evening is self-contained and includes a guided relaxation
meditation, a Dharma talk, and questions and answers. Classes are open
to all regardless of previous meditation experience. $10 per class, $5
students and seniors. No pre-registration is required.
Tai Chi Ch'uan
(Yang Style, short form): with Colleen Hart, ND. Tai Chi is a
relaxed, fluid, non-impact exercise form that promotes strength,
flexibility, and inner tranquility. This class is a series class, please
check the schedule for the start date of the next series To register and
for series dates please ring the instructor @ 206/528-9096.
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