STYLES OF CLASSES

RaqsAsana was created to combine Jamie‘s two movements loves: Bellydance and Yoga. In this class we will start with 30 minutes of Bellydance drills where you will learn how to safely and correctly perform the beautiful movements of Bellydance. Then for the last 30 minutes we will practice Restorative style yoga, with lots of props and stretching to help integrate what we’ve learned as well as calm the mind and body in preparation for the rest of our day. No dance or yoga experience needed, absolute beginners welcome. Coin belts provided, please bring a yoga mat if you have one and water.

Yoga Nidra  – Yoga Nidra is a state between sleeping and waking. The body is completely relaxed and made comfortable through props, and Jamie then helps to turn the awareness inward by walking your conscious mind around each part of your body to help it relax even further. It is much like a guided meditation, but the state of relaxation is much deeper and results in complete relaxation and expansion the individual’s self-awareness. Drop in rate is $15 or save by purchasing a multi class pass, both available at www.danceyogaheal.com

Yoga Strap Stretch and Release –  Yoga straps are an extremely diverse tool that allows the user to stretch more comfortably, safely, and sometimes more deeply. In this class, we will explore the many ways they can be used in a wide variety of poses that make the practice more comfortable and accessible. Special straps with loops are provided that reduce or eliminate the hand fatigue that usually accompanies their use. Class is limited to 10 participants. Please sign up at www.danceyogaheal.com

Drop in price is $15 or buy a class package and save! Purchase one time and multi class passes at www.danceyogaheal.com

STYLES OF CLASSES

Hatha 2 – Suitable for students who have done yoga for a year or two and want to develop a stronger all around practice. We will also do inversions in this class, and there are always options. 

Viniyoga is a Tradition Developed by Gary Kraftsow

Gary Kraftsow studied for about ten years with Krishnamacharya and his son, Desikachar.  They then told him he was to complete his studies in anatomy and physiology at the University.  Gary remembers saying, “I don’t want to teach science I want to teach yoga.”  He was told it was his path to combine the science of the West with their teachings of yoga. 

Gary Kraftsow has written two books about Viniyoga..  The first book, “Yoga for Wellness”,  is a summary of case histories for various conditions.  The second book, “Yoga for Transformation”, by Gary Kraftsow emphasizes the deeper meditative aspects of yoga.  The focus of Viniyoga is to respect each unique individual and fit the yoga practice to the individual. The structure of each person is unique and this unique structure is further amplified by our life experiences.  For example, some people have flat upper backs and some have rounded upper backs, so poses that emphasize that part of the back will be adapted for each pose, so each person will benefit.  The practice of Viniyoga helps you to discover yourself.

Viniyoga encourages you to feel the movement of the body as you explore the benefit of the experience.  The repeated movement in and out of poses allows the body to “warm up to the experience” and DISCOVER new ways of being present with the pose.  Repeated movements also benefit by increasing circulation into specific areas of the body.  In addition to repeated movements there are a variety of ways to hold the body in the pose to experience additional benefits of opening and relaxing our body.  Viniyoga provides numerous experiences of each pose.

Breath is an integral part of Viniyoga.  The experience of the body is affected by the length of the breath while moving in and out of the pose and holding the pose for a specific number of breaths.  Learning to be present with the breath brings focus to the practice and is calming to the mind.  Many students report a sense of serenity and peace after the practice.  Keeping the mind focused on the breath can reduce stress.  Viniyoga adapts the breath to fit your specific needs.

Breath is an integral part of Viniyoga. 

We hope you will be interested in exploring the benefits of Viniyoga!!!