RYC – CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

 

 

INTRODUCTION:  This class takes the mystery out of yoga.  No experience is necessary and the class is appropriate for all regardless of age or physical challenges.  The class progresses gently with emphasis on alignment principles for safe yoga practice.  Introduction to basic poses (called asana) and breathing are presented to increase strength, flexibility, stamina, balance and overall health.

 

Wednesday 5:45-7:15 pm Kirsten

 

FUNDAMENTALS:  Examine the fundamentals of classic yoga poses with an emphasis on alignment and safety at a pace that allows for refinement.  This class is ideal for returning students who have practiced but not recently, students who have practiced before but not in alignment based methodology as well as students recovering from injuries or working with a limited range of motion.

 

Sunday 6:45-8:15 pm Laura

Thursday 8:15-9:45 am Beth ­

 

LEVEL I:  Having completed Introduction and/or Fundamentals and having an understanding of alignment based asana study students dedicated to learning more and developing a home practice will explore classic standing poses, twists, forward bends and simple backbends at a deeper level.  Emphasis is on refining the poses and building endurance in the poses.  Basic preparation for inversions is included.

 

Monday 5:45-7:15 pm Jane

Tuesday 10-11:30 am Jane

Wednesday 7:30-9 pm Kirsten

Thursday 6:30-8 pm Jane

Friday 10-11:30 am Jane

 

LEVEL I/II:  For the experienced Level I student who wishes to transition to a deeper practice this class offers continued refinement and variations in the poses.  New poses are introduced and time in the pose is increased to build stamina.  This class moves at a quicker pace.  Headstand and shoulder stand refinement is included.

 

Tuesday 6:30-8:00 pm Jane  

 

LEVEL II:  More advanced asanas are introduced as well as a deeper focus on the details and refinement of each pose.  Physically more demanding, this class is appropriate for students strong in standing poses and inversions.  Students must be able to do shoulder stand, headstand & full arm balance at the wall and push up into a full backbend with straight arms or know the appropriate modifications.  Please speak with Jane before signing up for this class.

 

Monday 10-11:30 am Jane

Thursday 10-11:30 am Jane 

 

WAKE & REAWAKE:  Build heat in the body with sun salutations, standing poses and core strengthening moves before settling down into a long deep stretch to commonly resistant areas:  hip and shoulder openers, backbends and forward bends.  Add to your home practice repertoire and start your day in a joyful way!  (ALL LEVELS but NOT appropriate for those who have never studied before or those with health concerns)

 

Tuesday 6-7 am Kirsten

Thursday 6-7 am Kirsten

 

 HATHA/FLOW:  This class begins with instruction in the alignment of poses and proceeds toward linking all the poses together in a continuous flow that moves with the breath.  Energizing and fun this class may be faster linking one breath to each body movement to build heat and stamina or slower to build strength and endurance.

 

Monday 7:30-8:30 pm Jeff

Saturday 10-11 am Jeff/Leslie

 

SLOW FLOW WITH DEEP STRETCH:  Designed for those who prefer a slower paced vinyasa (flow) style. This class ends with deep stretching to augment the sequences. All levels welcome, including beginners.

 

Wednesday 10-11:30 am Leslie

 

TGIF YOGA:  Shake off your work week and renew your body and mind for the weekend with poses that seek to undo the effects of stress and sitting. This class will include “anti-chair” poses and basic preparations for inversions. It will conclude with restorative poses. All levels welcome; completion of Level I preferred.

 

Friday 5:45-6:45 pm Leslie

 

 

SATURDAY SPECIALTY CLASSES:

 

Due to limited studio space it is suggested you email (from the website) or call 856-1390 to reserve a space in the Saturday Specialty classes and avoid disappointment.

 

FREE COMMUNITY CLASS:  Raleigh Yoga Center offers a FREE class to the community as our way of giving back and saying thanks. This 90 minute class will be held at 1:00 pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. This is an ALL LEVELS class but is not appropriate for those with health concerns.  Instructors vary.

 

RESTORATIVE/PRANAYAMA/MEDITAION:  Experience the mental and physical benefits of yoga with little effort thanks to a plethora of props.  A sequence of supported yoga poses and breathing techniques allows you to settle deeply and completely into the pose and maximize its benefits.  Learn mindful relaxation – a must for us all.  Delicious!  This 2 hour class will be held at 1:00 pm the 3rd Saturday of the month.  The cost is $25 and is open to ALL.  Instructors vary.

 

ASANA INTENSIVE:  Ahhhhhh the luxury of time!  Fun and challenging.  Spend 3 hours exploring and preparing for deeper actions and greater understanding of the asanas.  Come with an open mind and a sense of humor.  This 3 hour class will be held at 1:00 pm the 4th Saturday of the month.  The cost is $35 and is appropriate for all Level l and Level II students.  Instructor:  Jane

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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