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How to Meditate Ann Bissanti, Instructor How to Meditate is $98.00 for the 5 week session. It is for All levels and you must register for all 5 classes. The class is held in the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. Register by 04/14/12. Drop-in and passes do not apply to this class. No refunds. Mon. 04/16 - 05/21 5:20 - 6:50 PM No class 05/07 Learning to be still, calm and at ease leads to happiness, a universal human need. Meditation is the practice that gets you there. This course covers: What is mediation? The “relaxation response” How to create a personal practice Overcoming the obstacles that arise Practice form 20 minutes to 40 minute meditation habit Q&A feedback This class is great for beginners or those wanting to re-inspire their practice.Staff.htmlshapeimage_4_link_0
Hatha/Iyengar Yoga Ann Bissanti, Instructor All Hatha/Iyengar classes this session are $154.00 for a 11 week session. A 3 CLASS PASS and a Drop-in rates are available (see side box) for any Hatha class except for the Int-Exp class. New Beg 1 & 2 students may start at any time throughout the term. Fees for beginners will be prorated for the remainder of the term. The class is held in the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. Mon. 04/09 - 06/26 7:00 - 8:30 PM Multi-level No class on 05/28 Tue. 04/10 - 06/19 6:00 - 7:20 PM Beg 1-2 Wed. 04/11 - 06/20 9:30 - 11:00 AM Beg 2-Int Thu. 04/12 - 06/21 5:40 - 7:10 PM Int-Exp Fri. 04/13 - 06/22 9:30 - 11:00 AM Beg 1-2 Sat. 04/14 - 06/30 10:00 - 11:20 AM Beg 1-2 No class on 05/26 Created by B.K.S. Iyevgar, is a form of yoga know for its use of props, such as belts and blocks, as aids in performing asanas (postures). It is firmly based on the traditional eight limbs of yoga as expounded by Patanjali in his Yoga Sutra, emphasizing the development of strength, stamina, flexibility and balance, as well as concentration (Dharana) and meditation (Dhyana). A form of Hatha Yoga, it focuses on the structural alignment of the physical body through the development of asanas. Through the practice of a system of asanas, it aims to unite the body, mind and spirit for health and well-being. This discipline is considered a powerful tool to relieve the stresses of modern-day life, which in turn can help promote total physical and spiritual well-being.Staff.htmlshapeimage_5_link_0
Restorative Yoga Ann Bissanti, Instructor Restorative Yoga is $90.00 for a 5 week session. It is for Multi levels and you must register for all 5 classes. The class is held in the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. 
Register for Session 1 by 04/12 and Session 2 by 05/17/12. Drop-in and passes do not apply to this class. Fri. 04/13 - 05/11 (Session 1) 5:30 - 7:00 PM Fri. 05/18 - 06/22 (Session 2) 5:30 - 7:00 PM No class 05/22 Feeling Depleted? Selected sequences (yoga poses), fully supported by props, allows you to be the recipient rather than the activator of this renewal process. Restorative class focuses on the autonomic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system is directly calmed by this work. To fully relax, come to class with an empty stomach. Some prior experience with basic yoga is suggested. This practice is more subtle than some typical yoga classes.Staff.htmlshapeimage_7_link_0

Yoga Rates

11 week term $154

3 class pass $54

Drop in $20
(Student) $16

Private Lesson $70/hr.

Semi-private lesson
(with a friend)
$35/hr./person


The 3 CLASS PASS can be used for any Hatha/Iyengar Beg 1&2 or Beg 2-Int Yoga class and it must be used within the term it was purchased.

No credits or exchanges.

 

See our  class and events calendar for any classes that may be finishing up in the current or previous terms

Combo Yoga & Meditation Combo Yoga & Meditation is $72.00 for the 4 week session. You must register for all 5 classes. This class is held n the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. Register by 06/02/12. Mon. 06/04 - 06/25 5:30 - 6:45 PM
Schedule
Spring 2012

In selecting your class, the following explanations of experience levels may be helpful to you.

  1. ‣Basic Beg 1 & 2 – The foundations of Hatha Yoga. this class includes the essential building blocks of yoga: mostly standing poses form the core work as they provide the strength, stamina and the will to study yoga.  These building blocks are the substance of moor advanced work and at the same time they provide a complete and balanced practice in their own right.  Observation, relaxation skills and breath awareness are also included. 0-3 years of experience.

  2. ‣Beg 2/Intermediate – A wider range of poses from different categories such as: back-bends, inversions and arm balances.  Learning more about sequencing, sustain poses longer and body wisdom/self awareness are included in this level.  You will find breathing coordinates with poses more naturally. 1+ year or more experience

  3. ‣Intermediate/Experienced – Permission of instructor is required. If you are a dropping-in, please consult with Ann Bissanti a few minutes before class.  Practice deepens, poses are held longer and new complex poses may be tackled.  Inversions and mental flexibility are expected.  The insertion of pranayama classes, meditation segments, restorative and flowing sequence, yoga philosophy are used at teacher’s discretion.  3+ years or more with consistent practice.

  4. ‣All Levels – Everyone is welcome. No prior experience is necessary.

  5. ‣Multi Level – Some prior yoga experience (6 months) is recommended.  Includes changing but well balanced yoga practices based primarily on foundation work and most of the essential yoga asanas.

Beginners T’ai Chi John Dansereau, Instructor T’ai chi is $84.00 for the 7 week session and is held n the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. T’ia Chi is a form of traditional Chinese exercises that grew out of the martial arts and became popular for its health benefits. The slow and deliberate movements make it a form of moving meditation. This class will consist of standing, sitting and moving qigong exercises and basic Shaolin form Tai Chi movements with emphasis on the internal structure and energetics of movement. While it will be appropriate for beginners, those with prior experience with T’ai Chi will also be able to apply the principles to the form they know. The Benefits of T’ai Chi are Tension release Strengthen and tone muscles Improve flexibility Increase sense of well being Immune system, coordination and balance. Wed. 04/11 - 05/23 5:00 - 6:00 PMStaff.htmlshapeimage_12_link_0

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Silent Meditation This is not a class. The yoga studio is open prior to the class for individual meditation. It is for all levels and it is free to participate if you are enrolled in the Yoga session. It is held in the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. Wed. 04/11 - 06/20 9:00 - 9:20 AM
Advance T’ai Chi John Dansereau, Instructor T’ai chi is $84.00 for the 7 week session and is held in the Yoga Studio at 232 Chandler St. You’ve learned the basics, Now it’s time to take i to the next level. This Shaolin form T”ai Chi begins with the Golden Belt Cover and includes meditation and ChiKung excercises. Previous T”ai Chi experience is required for this class Sat. 04/07 - 05/19 12:00 - 1:00 PMStaff.htmlshapeimage_14_link_0