MIND AND BODY CLASSES

Class Descriptions

 

Mat Pilates

Mat Pilates is a strengthening and lengthening form of exercise using your own body weight that focuses on your core (trunk) muscles while also training your arms and legs. Mat Pilates is based on the original exercises Joseph Pilates developed to strengthen his own body as a very young man and then began teaching others.


Gentle Yoga

A modified Yoga practice utilizing props and chair to aid those needing a little extra care with the movements and poses.  Focuses on connecting the breath to movement and improving posture and range of motion.  Modifications are provided for all skill levels and capabilities. Part of our Silver & Fit program.


Hatha

This yoga class improves strength and flexibility through movement, breathing and held poses


Power Yoga

An energizing Vinyasa Yoga practice, emphasizing deep breathing, challenging stretches and power movements with locks and intense postures. The practice generates heat and brings balance to mind and body.


Vinyasa

A blend of yoga breathing and seated and standing flows to energize the body and calm the mind. This practice improves physical strength, flexibility, and balance while relieving stress and anxiety.


Yin

Performed to stretch the connective tissues of the body. Primary connective tissues include the hips, thighs, and lower spinal area. These types of tissues do not stretch the muscles (as in the yang form of yoga) but they stretch and exercise the joint areas of the body. This type of asana practice is beneficial to a wide variety of people.


Yoga For Flexibility

A yoga practice that's main focus is improving flexibility.