Drop in Class Descriptions
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With over 20 drop in classes to choose from our wide variety of classes offers something for everyone. Beginner? No problem. Most of our classes are geared towards beginners and we always welcome new students into any drop in class. Whether you are looking to strengthen, tone, reduce stress or have a deep stretch, we've got you covered. If you are not sure which classes would be best for you read below for a full description or drop a message into our contact section for one on one advice to find the best class to suit your needs.
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Beginners Yoga
For beginners or those wanting to go back to the basics. Postures will be broken down for a deeper understanding of alignment. Students will be given opportunity to explore within each pose and modify as need be. This class will offer a more thoughtful approach while providing deeper knowledge of the foundational postures of yoga.
Centered & Strong
Strengthen and tone with Bootcamp style instruction followed by the delicious lengthening benefits of yoga with, of course, a well deserved Savasana at the end of practice.
Flow & Restore
Enjoy the best of both worlds! This class begins with an energizing flow that will warm your whole body in preparation for deep release and restoration in the second half of your class. Great for someone who is looking to strengthen and tone but can also appreciate the ability to quiet the mind and soothe the body in fully supported holds.
Gentle & Restorative
A gentle start to the practice with light movement and stretching. Deep relaxation in the body is created through the use of props while the mind becomes quiet through guided meditation. An excellent practice in times of high stress or limited mobility.
An hour to completely unplug and recharge. You will not regret it!
An hour to completely unplug and recharge. You will not regret it!
Gentle Sages
This 55+ Yoga is run weekly on Mondays at 12:45 pm and Wednesdays at 11:00 am for the low drop in rate of $10! Modifications are made available to welcome limitations and injuries into this class. Props will be offered for comfort and accessibility as well.
Hatha
You can expect mindful stretching and strengthening in this "Yoga For All" class. Hatha Yoga aims to restore the balance between the mind, body and soul. The result is a discovery of inner peace, inner contentment and mental clarity. Varied themes will be explored in these classes allowing ample time to explore each posture with modifications and props made available. This class differs from Vinyasa Flow in that there will less Sun Salutation movements or chaturangas to link postures together. Students will be exposed to some Pranayama
( breath work) and mindful awareness (meditation) in this class.
( breath work) and mindful awareness (meditation) in this class.
Mindful Flow
A gentle therapeutic practice designed to leave you feeling good in your body. Movement is led by breath and curated to build awareness of the mind/body connection. This practice will bring you a sense of vibrant aliveness in mind, body & spirit while awakening a sense of connectedness and peace.
Myofascial Yoga with the Tune-Up Balls
This class involves a combination of rolling and light stretching to help repair 'bound/tight’ tissues in the body, helping to restore range of motion and decrease fascial resistance, enabling you to move more freely. As we repeat the same movements though life we create different holding patterns. This class gives you the opportunity to explore and open different areas of your body that stretching alone cannot get to.
This accessible class is for everyone. You will leave feeling like you just had a 60 minute massage!
This accessible class is for everyone. You will leave feeling like you just had a 60 minute massage!
Vinyasa Flow
Vinyasa Flow links body movement and breath together to awaken energy or prana and create strength in the whole body. Sun Salutations or Vinyasa's are used to link postures and maintain heat in the body. Standing postures, balancing, backbends, hips, core and inversions may be offered in these classes. This class is open to all levels as modifications are always made available for a safe and enjoyable practice.
Warm Funky Flow
A gently heated room with music that will motivate and inspire you! Power Flow is based on the Baptiste style of yoga. A Power Flow sequence will be designed to link body movement and breath together to awaken energy or prana and create strength in the whole body. Sun Salutations or "Vinyasas" are used to maintain heat in the body. Standing postures may include balancing, back bends, hips, core and inversions. Modifications are always made available for a safe and inspiring practice for every body in attendance.
Yin
Move into stillness. This class features long held static poses that target the joints and connective tissues of the body, helping to restore hydration and mobility in the fascial web, and stimulate the energetic meridians of the subtle body. Yin Yoga is a deep, quiet and contemplative practice that promotes body awareness, enhances meditation, and encourages the release of physical, emotional and mental tension.
Yin and Lymph
Suffering from sluggish lymph? This class features all of the amazing benefits of Yin Yoga, with the addition of specialized movements to improve the circulation and drainage of the lymphatic system, a vital component of your immune system. We will incorporate small rhythmic movements as we rebound and unwind from our long held static yin poses.