Welcome, yogis! Have you ever wanted to try a new yoga style? Or maybe you’re wondering what Ashtanga even means? This weekly drop-in class is open to yogis of all levels and explores a different yoga style each week. We start every session with an overview of the style’s history, key terms, and signature poses. Then, we warm-up with breathing exercises before a guided practice of the style’s key poses. Modifications are offered for students to explore range of motion, balance, and personal preference in poses. Join once to explore your favorite style 

Fall 2023 Schedule: Mondays September 11 - October 30
*Styles requiring props, please see details
Sept 11, 2023: Hatha Yoga
Sept 18, 2023: Vinyasa Yoga
Sept 25, 2023: Iyengar Yoga
Oct 2, 2023: Ashtanga Yoga
NO CLASS WEEK OF OCTOBER 9, 2023
Oct 16, 2023: Yin Yoga* Suggested props this week: Towel or blanket that can be rolled or folded, 2-4 books that can be stacked at different levels, small pillow.
Oct 23, 2023: Chair Yoga* Suggested props this week: Chair, couch, or comfortable seated area.
Oct 30, 2023: Restorative Yoga* Suggested props this week: Towel or blanket that can be rolled or folded, 2-4 books that can be stacked at different levels, small pillow.

Winter 2023/2024 dates and times to be announced this fall -- Save this class to receive updates when new sections are scheduled!

Weekly Class Format (45 minutes)
- Intros and settling in; overview of the week’s style, history, and key poses
- Guided warm-up and practice of key poses
- Cool-down and reflections

Drop-in Approach
Due to the nature of this drop-in course, every session is beginner-level. Students do not need to attend any one particular week in order to be ready for another week’s style. I specialize in teaching beginners – Beginners are welcome and encouraged to enroll any week!

This drop-in class meets weekly and yogis are welcome to join and leave the series as they please. Students should expect to participate by engaging in discussion during the introduction, overview, and reflection portions of each session. This class does not typically use background music, instead keeping the practice sequence quiet of background noise while the instructor verbally guides yogis through poses and modifications. I will demonstrate every pose and modification for students and will repeat any pose requested to further guide students. Regular rest and reflection are built into each practice, giving students ample opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences with fellow yogis.

No Yoga Experience or Mat Required
New to yoga? Welcome! This course is designed to welcome yogis of all levels, whether you've never reached for the sky before or can easily wrap your arms around your ankles.
Don't have yoga props? That's okay! We'll learn to modify poses to fit each individual’s range of motion. You do not even need a yoga mat to begin a healthy practice. In fact, I'll often practice and demonstrate poses without a mat to show students that you can do yoga with no mat at all. And for styles that rely on props such as Yin and Restorative sessions, I’ll show students how to use common household items like pillows, rolled towels, or stacked books when necessary. Please see the schedule above and refer to suggested props for any styles marked with*.

Focus on Form, Not Sweat
This is not meant to be a workout class that concentrates on breaking a sweat. Rather, this is a safe space to learn and explore yoga styles and build a strong foundational practice. Our goals focus on personal understanding, acceptance, and calm movement.

English Instruction with Sanskrit Vocabulary
Class is taught entirely in English with occasional Sanskrit vocabulary introduced for common yoga poses. This way students will feel comfortable, confident, and prepared to take more yoga courses in the future.