CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
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WHY POWER
WHY's signature class is a strong dynamic flow integrating deep,
long holds, and bringing attention to breath. This vinyasa style challenges body and mind, builds
core power, ignites internal heat, promotes a cleansing sweat, and offers the opportunity for
deep healing and release.
Heated room. Level I: Moderate, Level II: Vigorous
HOT YOGA
This challenging class will take you through a series of
focused, progressive postures to promote a cleansing sweat, reshape
muscles, and increase strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
The heat improves the body's pliability in order to deepen your practice.
90 degree plus room. All Levels
WHY ALL LEVELS
This upbeat class is a creative eclectic blend of many yogic
traditions and styles. Modifications of postures are made to accommodate
everyone, offering both beginning and advanced students a satisfying,
accessible, and energetic experience.
GENTLE YOGA
Based on the Kripalu tradition of cultivating inner
peace, this class is designed to revitalize your body, relax
your mind, increase energy, and reduce stress. For beginners;
people with back, joint, or heart problems, or experienced
students who want a slower paced, less strenuous class.
YIN YOGA
Yin yoga is a quiet practice that encourages the body
to open as each pose is held passively for several minutes. It
targets the deep, dense connective tissues, tendons, ligaments
and cartilage and activates the movement of prana through the
core of the body. This practice is a wonderful opening
experience into self discovery and awareness. Yin yoga nicely
complements the more muscular “Yang” styles of yoga (i.e.
Power, Vinyasa, or other active forms of yoga).
WHY POWER INTENSIVE (FORREST YOGA®)
This energetic and dynamic 1 3/4 hour class will challenge and
transform. Pranayama (breath work), core/ab sequencing, vinyasa flow, and
inversions will reconnect your to your power. Move beyond emotional and
physical barriers and deepen your practice. Prior experience required.
CORE/AB POWER (FORREST YOGA®)
Tone your abdomen, strengthen your back, and create a strong
center. Transform the body through breath, go deep into internal organs to
release toxins, and bring freedom and fluidity into your body. This class
targets often neglected muscle groups. A strong core will help you avoid
injuries. A great compliment to your regular yoga practice. All levels.
FORREST YOGA®
Learn to use breath to connect with your body in this
exhilarating practice. Strengthen, tone and condition as you
become proficient at safely tailoring each pose to work with
your specific physical and emotional needs. By learning to
work your edges with integrity, you will develop effective
tools to face fear and struggle. Feel strong in body and mind
as you gain self-awareness and learn to work deeply without
damage.
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Take a break from your busy life and find time for tranquility and
well-being. This class is designed to help reduce stress, obtain focus,
and achieve calmness. Guided breath work and imagery combined with gentle
postures encourage relaxation and peace of mind. Appropriate for those
recovering from chronic illness. All stressed-out Type A's encouraged to
attend. No experience required.
YOGA ROCKS
Power up your Saturday night with this rockin’vinyasa flow
class. Cool music, great yoga, lots of fun. All levels.
SPECIALTY CLASSES & PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
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COMMUNITY YOGA
$5 donation to charities
An all levels yoga class to benefit our community. All proceeds
go to local AIDS, homelessness, high risk youths, animal welfare, and environmental causes. Practice
together and experience the joy of yoga and the satisfaction of giving.
Connect with your body and nurture your spirit. Many thanks to all
WHY teachers who donate their time and talents to make this class
possible. See where your donations are
making a difference. No experience necessary.
INTRO TO YOGA - FREE
WHY offers a free Introduction to Yoga class one
Saturday each month at 1:00 pm. If you've been wanting to try
yoga but don't know where to start, come and check us out. Our
instructors will introduce you to basic yoga postures and
techniques, and you will have an opportunity to visit our warm
and spacious studios. Bring a friend (or two)! Everyone
welcome. Please see Intro to Yoga
for dates. No experience required.
PRENATAL YOGA
Expecting mothers can prepare their bodies and minds for
natural childbirth by integrating yoga and meditation into
their lives. No experience necessary. Appropriate at any point
during your pregnancy. Check with your physician if there are
any complications with your pregnancy or if you have any
concerns. All Levels. more info
MEDITATION - FREE
Meditation is at the core of all stress reducing techniques. We
will concentrate on the foundations of mediation: focused breathing,
relaxed awareness, and an open heart. Shankara, Ben Lawton, Madeline
Bombetto, Lata Altman and Roy Maurer
bring their own perspectives to this ongoing class. No experience
necessary - everyone welcome. A special thanks to these talented teachers for donating their time
for this class.
The third Wednesday of each month is "minimum instruction" day. Roy will
lead this class in which more time will be devoted to meditation, and
relatively little to instruction. Beginners are welcome to attend, and
this is an opportunity for those who have been meditating to sit more
deeply with the group.
PRIVATE YOGA INSTRUCTION
There are times when it is appropriate for a student of yoga to consider
private instruction. Such times include when a student:
- is just getting started with yoga
- has concerns about injuries or is recovering from illness
- seeks to overcome limitations or plateaus in their practice
- when a student wishes to work more deeply with a particular teacher
We will be happy to arrange private sessions at the studio or in your
home, and will match you up with the instructor who best meets your needs.
Please call 860.953.9642 to set up a private session.
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