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We offer a variety of classes and approaches to yoga so you can find the class that's right for you! Here's a quick guide to our levels of classes:
| Beginners/Gentle | Perfect for those who are new to yoga, stiff, recovering from injury or illness, or simply wanting a mellow practice. Pregnant students welcome too. |
| Mixed-Level | Most of our classes are mixed-level, fine for beginners and more experienced students. Teachers generally offer modifications and variations so that each student can work at their level. |
| Intermediate | For students who have already been practicing yoga, or beginners in good shape that want more of a challenge. |
| Movement/Dance | Free-spirited yoga and mindful movement classes for everybody! |
| Jump to: Beginner/Gentle | Mixed-Level | Intermediate | Movement/Dance| |
Introduction to Yoga with Gloria (Mon) and Natasha (Tues)
If you've never tried yoga, or would like a refresher on the basics, this is the class for you! Certertified teachers, Gloria Owens and Natasha Raymond make learning yoga safe, fun and accessible in this class geared especially for beginners. They teach the fundamentals of breathing and alignment in basic yoga poses, gently guiding each student to access their inner grace, strength, balance and wisdom. See class schedule.
Gentle Yoga with Natasha
Ease your way into yoga with a gentle yoga practice that is perfect for those recovering from an illness or injury, and for stressed-out "Type A" personalities who want to unwind. Guided visualizations act as a tonic for the mind and gentle yoga poses using supports (blankets, blocks, straps) help the body release tension. You will leave feeling lighter and rejuvenated with a deep sense of peace & relaxation. See class schedule.
Gentle Vinyasa Yoga with Natasha
Ease into the middle of your week with this introduction to the "vinyasa flow" style of yoga. Flow gently through a series of poses, linked to the breath gradually building to a more challenging flow with plenty of opportunity for attention to alignment and detail and a deep relaxation. Leave with a strong, flexible and centered feeling. Beginners and seasoned practioners welcome. See class schedule.
Meditation & Mindfulness with Jai Bhava (Ken Sprano)
Six week session: Sundays at 7:30pm from 6/7/09 – 7/19/09 (no class 7/5)
Are you stressed-out or anxious? Curious about meditation? Don't know where to start? Join Jai Bhava (a.k.a. Ken Sprano) for this six-week introduction to meditation & mindfulness-based stress reduction on Sunday nights in the serene atmosphere of YogaSpace. You will learn a variety of techniques including various approaches to meditation, Bio-feed back, self-hypnosis, breathing and deep relaxation. You'll leave feeling lighter, happier and ready to face your week with clarity and ease. Sign up for all six weeks for the full experience and a discounted rate. 6 weeks for $90 ($15/class) or drop-in for $19/class. Sign up for the session here.
Anusara-Inspired Yoga with Mary or Colette
Anusara means "flowing with Grace." A heart-oriented and spiritually inspiring style of yoga, Anusara is grounded in the Universal Principles of Alignment for both the inner and the outer body. It is a uniquely integrated style of hatha yoga in which the artistic glory of the human heart blends magically with the scientific principles of biomechanics. Through vigorous poses, specific alignement, keen self awareness, and attention to energy, Anusara students will find themselves tapped into a river of Grace. All levels welcome. See class schedule.
Kripalu Yoga with Gloria
A well-rounded class for beginning & intermediate students that helps release chronic tension, activate energy, develop strength in the body, and cultivate inner focus and clear awareness. Classes include asanas (postures), pranayam (breathing techniques) as well as brief periods of meditation and/or relaxation. Compassionate self-acceptance is taught as an essential element of the practice, helping student let go of their judgemental mind as well as their stress. See class schedule.
Kripalu Yoga by Donation with Heather
A mixed-level Kripalu style yoga class on Sunday afternoons, perfect for those who want a way to top off their weekend with an inspiring class. Come away relaxed, centered and ready to face your work week! This is our special by-donation class, with any amount, large or small, going to charity. Find out more about Community Yoga. See class schedule.
Laughter Yoga with Joe
Laughter is the best medicine for a troubled mind in a troubled economy such as this. Come laugh your worries away with Yogi Feel-Good Guru Joe Gillotti! Joe will serve up a mix of Laughter Yoga, Deep Relaxation and Meditation. Laughter Yoga is fun and energetic and provides a great workout. Laughter is a natural relaxant; it strengthens the immune system, helps lower blood pressure and relieves stress. Laughter also makes you look younger and improves self-confidence. This class will generally meet on the first Friday night of each month at 8pm. Check our special events calendar for upcoming Laughter Yoga dates.
Mixed Level Yoga
with Dina (Mon), Karen P. (Mon), Dina (Tues), Sarah (Thurs), Sharona (Fri) and Ned (Sun)
This creative, engaging and relaxing class is an eclectic blend of many yogic traditions and styles. Each teacher brings their own style and sensibility to the practice, so each class is unique. What they all have in common is an intention to meet you at your level; modyfying postures to accomodate varing needs, thus offering both beginning and advanced students a satisfying, accessible, and transformative yogic experience. See class schedule.
Stress Buster Yoga with Dina (Tues) and Natasha (Thurs)
An eclectic mixed-level class that teaches postures, yoga flows and breathing techniques to help students transform stress. Guided visualizations and a deep relaxation at the end of the class will leave you feelings restored, refreshed and ready to face the world. See class schedule.
Sunrise Yoga with Lisa G.
Calling all early birds! Join Naam Yoga teacher, Lisa George for a peaceful early morning practice that includes a sweet mix of movement, meditation and mantra to gently awaken your body as well as your spiritual wisdom. See class schedule.
Vinyasa Yoga with Kristi
Kristi leads a fun and light-hearted Vinyasa style class on Fridays to help you leave the work week behind and flow into your weekend. This class builds strength, flexibility and stamina by moving from one posture to the next in a flowing form, linking the movement with breath. TGIF! See class schedule.
Vinyasa Yoga with Natasha
YogaSpace founder, Natasha Raymond, offers up her magical, organic, flowing style of yoga in this poetic mixed-level Vinyasa style class. She weaves poses together using breath, guided imagery and deep bodily awareness. An inspired class that will leave you feeling stretched out and out-of-this-world! See class schedule.
Yoga for Fertility with Lisa R.
Trying to conceive? Yoga is a great way to help you release the tension, fear, anger and depression that can accompany couples experiencing infertility and sabotage their best efforts o become pregnant. Taking the time to allow your body and mind to relax unleashes a powerful wave of harmony and healing that could potentially help you conceive. Created just for you, this class is intended to help you reclaim your fertile ground. Instructor Lisa Rosenthal, RYT, is a former fertility patient. She has worked for 17 years as a national patient advocate of couples facing infertility. Lisa trained with Lotus Gardens for her 200-hour RYT. She is uniquely qualified to understand the specific challenges that couples trying to conceive encounter. Focusing on stress reduction and mindfulness-based techniques, Lisa has crafted this class for women and men with all different diagnoses. See class schedule.
Kripalu Yoga II with Jane
A more challenging Kriplau yoga class for intermediate students (or capable beginners) who want an in-depth yoga practice. Poses are generally held longer in this class to awaken Prana (life-force energy), and then flow with Prana in a meditation-in-motion style. See class schedule.
Vinyasa Yoga II with Colleen
Flow, sweat and purify with Colleen and challenge yourself with a dynamic flow sequence. Colleen brings an Anusara Yoga approach to Vinyasa Yoga - bound to inspire you and open your heart! Excellent for weight loss, detoxing and deepening your practice. Not for beginners. See class schedule.
Mixed Level Yoga
with Dina (Mon), Karen P. (Mon), Dina (Tues), Sarah (Thurs), Sharona (Fri) and Ned (Sun)
This creative, engaging and relaxing class is an eclectic blend of many yogic traditions and styles. Each teacher brings their own style and sensibility to the practice, so each class is unique. What they all have in common is an intention to meet you at your level; modyfying postures to accomodate varing needs, thus offering both beginning and advanced students a satisfying, accessible, and transformative yogic experience. See class schedule.
Level II Yoga with Natasha (Sat) and rotating staff on (Sun)
Weekend warriors unite! Each Saturday and Sunday morning look forward to breathing deeply, challenging yourself and breaking a sweat through the vinyasa portion of class. This is a dynamic and energetic practice designed to build strength, enhance flexibility and improve balance. Expect a unique experience each week as you experiment with different teachers, styles and poses. As always, finish off with a deep relaxation and glide into the rest of your weekend feeling wonderful. See class schedule.
Drum and Dance with Supriya
Join Supriya for a yoga-dance journey to the beat of live drums! Supriya weaves dance, yoga, meditation, improvisation and play to create a personal & communal journey of discovery and delight. You will leave feeling relaxed, connected and alive. Come to dance, drum or both. No experience is necessary. All you need is an open heart and a willingness to move and be moved. - see special events.
YogaDance with Mary M. and Gloria
This class is a little yoga, a lot of dance, and more fun than you ever thought exercise could be. Infuse your weekly workout with heart-pumping, soul-filling, funkadelic joy! No dance or yoga experience necessary; YogaDance is all about freeing your own inner dancer! Mary McLaughlin (theatre professional and Kripalu-certified YogaDance instructor) and Gloria Owens (Kripalu Yoga Teacher, figure skater, mover & groover) will joyfully take turns leading YogaDance on Mondays starting 6/29/09.
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| Jump to: Beginner/Gentle | Mixed-Level | Intermediate | Movement/Dance |
Contact us: YogaSpace | 777 Federal Rd., Brookfield, CT 06804 | (203) 775-6220 | info@yogaspace-ct.com
