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Starseed Class Descriptions:
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Appropriate for beginners!)
***BEGINNER
YOGA: Beginner level class designed for thosebrand
new to yoga or those wishing to revisit thebasics of alignment,
breath, and precision in thepose. Each week you will explore
a different series ofbasic poses: standing and seated poses,
twists,backbends, and restorative work. Learn the essential
poses from the ground up and prepare to move deeperinto the
experience of your yoga practice.
***LEVEL 1 & MEDITATION:
Yoga to open mind/body/ spirit, preparing
you to enter into deep levels of meditation. One hour of yoga
followed by one-half hour of meditation.
***LEVEL 1: An active class that
introduces the basic yoga poses (asanas), breathing techniques
(pranayama), as well as meditation.
LEVEL 2: An
intermediate level class that incorporates backbends and inversions.
LEVEL 1-2: For
beginners and students looking to deepen their practice.
LEVEL 2-3: For
the student in transition between Levels 2 & 3, further
analysis of backbends, inversions, Sutra study and pranayama.
OPEN LEVEL: Open to all levels
of students-beginner to advanced. Poses can be modified to
accommodate all levels.
***IYENGAR:
A detailed and refined approach to yoga
that emphasizes muscular and skeletal alignment, and creates
strength, flexibility, and balance. Deep stretching occurs
through holding poses for longer periods.
VINYASA 1 & OPEN: Movements are synchronized with breath in flowing sequences of postures, designed to warm and stretch the body. Performing a practice of poses and counterposes helps one move into symmetry and achieve a sense of balance and a subtle state of meditative awareness. Level 1 Vinyasa classes introduce the dynamic of conscious breath with movement, and maintain a focus on correct alignment and muscular engagement throughout the poses. Open Vinyasa Classes build on this foundation, while moving at a more vigorous pace and adding more challenging postures.
JIVAMUKTI: Jivamukti means “living liberated” in Sanskrit. A rigorous form of asana sequences, intrinsically linked with breath and yoga philosophy without losing sight of the goal of the practice: liberation. This style encourages intellectual pursuit and spiritual awareness through the study of sacred yogic text, Sanskrit chanting, listening to uplifting music, and the spoken word.
***LUNAR
FLOW: An evening Vinyasa yoga class, which moves through
an asana practice inspired by the phases of the moon. It is
an inward journey to release the tension of the work week
and create a fresh beginning to celebrate the weekend.
***CANDLE LIT YOGA:
Gentle yoga done in the studio lit with soothing candle light
will help you to access a deeper state of relaxation and release
layers of stress. A gentle flowing asana practice will be
followed by a longer period for savasana and some time for
meditation or pranayama. Music, essential oils and reflexology
will be incorporated into this class. Come to relax and maybe
you'll sleep a little better too!
***BACK CARE BASICS:
Valuable for the continual maintenance of a healthy spine
as well as restoration and relief from joint and structural
pain. Class includes classic poses, props and the Kredic Rope
System in a personalized and therapeutic approach.
***PRENATAL:
This class is designed to prepare you for a healthier pregnancy
and to allow an easier delivery. Starseed recommends that
mommies-to-be begin this class as early in their pregnancy
as possible, but women at all stages of pregnancy can be easily
accommodated. Emphasis is on pelvic alignment, and breathing
exercises.
***POSTNATAL (Mommy
& Me): This class provides
new mothers and infants a wonderful way to restore their bodies
after labor. A safe and nurturing environment is provided
for you and your baby that fosters a growing confidence in
movement and body awareness, while at the same time gently
instilling the peaceful nature of yoga. This class is appropriate
for babies 6 weeks to 15 months.
SOFT TISSUE YOGA:
A unique approach to yoga, valuable
to teachers and middle-to-advanced students. Madelana brings
her knowledge of anatomy, Thai Yoga massage and Traeger Bodywork
into a unique, personal approach which softens the bodyso
that you can go deeper into yoga poses often with less effort.
To learn more go to: http://www.madmatyoga.com/articles.php?id=27
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